Podcast
The Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast
Hosted by Krissy Krash · EN
The Krash Course Podcast (formerly Krissy Krash Podcast) is for roller derby athletes who are done guessing and ready to take their performance seriously.
Each episode features honest conversations with experienced skaters and coaches, alongside practical, no nonsense insights on training, mindset, and consistency. This isn’t about hacks or hype. It’s about understanding why hard work often fails to translate on the track, why self coaching breaks down under pressure, and what it actually takes to become a stronger, more reliable athlete.
Krash Course is a roller derby performance training company built by experienced skaters and certified personal trainers. Through structured strength, conditioning, and performance coaching designed specifically for the demands of roller derby, we help athletes train smarter, skate stronger, and stay in the game longer.
If you’re tired of almost being ready and want a system that supports your goals both on and off skates, you’re in the right place.
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Practice Failing: Why Messing Up Is the Key to Derby Growth
1w ago00:09:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller derby Podcast, we talk about perfectionism, fear, and why failure is not just normal in roller derby, but necessary.We cover why practice should be treated like a lab, not a performance, and how fear of looking bad can keep skaters stuck in their comfort zone.We dig into:why practice is for failinghow perfectionism limits growthwhy mistakes are datahow to stop skating smallwhy messy reps build masteryKey takeaway: if we only do what we can already do, we never become more than who we are now. At Krash Course, we are here to help skaters fail forward, train with purpose, and win.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Building a Stronger Mental Toolkit On and Off the Track
2w ago00:44:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we share a client's Study, Practice, Teach intensive on building a stronger mental toolkit on and off the track.We talk about how negative thought patterns can impact confidence, performance, and joy in roller derby, and how Socratic questioning can help us challenge those thoughts instead of letting them run the show.We cover:why mindset work matters as much as physical traininghow cognitive distortions show up in derbythe thought, feeling, behavior cyclehow to question negative self-talk in real timewhy “I suck at this” is rarely the full truthhow to create space between a thought and your responseKey takeaway: our thoughts are not always facts. When we learn to pause, question the story, and look for what’s actually true, we become more resilient athletes and stronger humans.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →How to Ask for Help at Roller Derby Practice Without Feeling Like a Burden
3w ago00:12:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we talk about how to ask for help at roller derby practice without feeling like a burden and why staying quiet might be the thing holding your progress back.We cover:why skaters avoid asking for help (fear of looking bad, slowing practice, or losing opportunities)how not asking leads to slower progress, overthinking, and disconnection from your teamthe mindset shift: asking for help is ownership, not weaknesspractical ways to ask for help effectively (be specific, ask at the right time, apply feedback, involve teammates, and stop apologizing)Key takeaway: the skaters who improve the fastest are the ones who ask questions, take up space, and actively seek feedback.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Why Your Pack Communication is Holding Back Your Roller Derby Game
4w ago00:08:51Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we break down why pack communication is one of the biggest factors holding skaters back and why it is not just about talking more.We cover:how lack of communication creates chaos, hesitation, and lost opportunities on the trackwhy silence is more damaging than saying the wrong thinghow communication issues are often tied to confidence and fitness, not just skillthe four keys to becoming a strong communicator: commit to being heard, communicate from the first rep, build fitness to support communication, and step into leadershipKey takeaway: communication is a habit and a leadership skill. If you want more trust, more track time, and better team performance, it starts with you speaking up.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Active Recovery and Recovery Protocols (With Coach Gwennie)
May 1400:09:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we break down what recovery actually means for roller derby athletes and why it is a non-negotiable part of performance, not a luxury.We cover:why derby places unique stress on the body (impact, rotation, and nervous system load)the difference between active recovery and passive recoverywhy soreness is not the same as progresscommon recovery mistakes skaters makehow to use the “Big Five” recovery pillars: sleep, nutrition, mobility, hot/cold, and nervous system careKey takeaway: you do not get stronger during training, you get stronger during recovery.If you want to skate longer, stay healthy, and perform consistently, recovery has to be intentional, not an afterthought.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →How to Trust Your Body on the Track Again After Injury, Pregnancy, or Time Off
May 700:11:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we talk about how to rebuild trust with our body and skating after time off, whether that break came from injury, pregnancy, work, or life.We cover five key shifts:stop comparing ourselves to pre-break versionsrebuild confidence through small winstrain the movements we are scared of at lower intensityfix off-skates training so it actually supports derbydetach our identity from single bad reps, jams, or practicesThis is a conversation about rebuilding trust, not rushing a comeback. If we want to feel strong, stable, and confident again, we need proof, structure, and patience.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →What it really takes to become a stronger, more confident, more resilient derby athlete on and off the track
Apr 3000:32:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we talk with Kat Sabbeth about what it really takes to become a stronger, more confident, more resilient derby athlete on and off the track.We dig into the five big shifts that helped her stop feeling stuck and start building real consistency:showing up for training even when it felt hardcreating structure and support instead of relying on motivationusing nutrition to fuel performance and recoveryrebuilding confidence through small winsletting derby growth spill over into the rest of lifeWe also talk about social anxiety, starting derby later, feeling behind, and how having a system can change everything.This episode is for any skater who cares deeply, wants to level up, and is tired of feeling like their effort is not translating.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →The 5 Key Pieces to Becoming a Strong, Confident, High-Performing Skater On and Off the Track
Apr 2300:16:59Tap to summarizeYou’re training.You’re showing up.But deep down… you don’t feel fully prepared.Not physically. Not mentally. Not confidently.And that gap?It shows up when it matters most.Inside this live, one of our athletes breaks down the 5 key pieces that changed everything for them:What real preparation actually looks likeWhy most training isn’t translating to performanceHow nutrition impacts your energy, focus, and recoveryHow confidence is actually built (not faked)And the shift that changed how they show up on AND off the trackThis isn’t theory.This is from someone who lived it.So as you watch, ask yourself:Which of these pieces am I missing right now?Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Roller Derby Quick Feet Unlocked (With Coach Pia)
Apr 1600:11:35Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, we break down what quick feet and agility actually mean in roller derby and why they matter for both jammers and blockers.We talk about why agility is not just about speed. It is about reaction time, control, lateral movement, and building trust in your edges so your body can respond without hesitation.Inside this episode, we cover:What skaters are really missing when they say they want “faster feet”How agility shows up differently for jammers and blockersWhy blockers need agility just as much as jammersThe difference between off-skates agility work and on-skates applicationCommon mistakes skaters make when training agilityWhy better agility leads to better decision making under pressureIf we want quicker feet on the track, we have to train more than drills. We have to build the balance, coordination, control, and confidence that make agility actually usable in gameplay.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
Transcribe →Derby Strength Secrets: The 6 Principles to Building True Derby Strength That Lasts Till the Last Whistle
Apr 900:23:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast, I break down what real derby strength actually looks like and why getting stronger is about way more than just lifting heavier in the gym.I talk about the difference between random workouts and training with intention, plus the six principles of derby strength that help skaters feel more powerful, stable, and confident on the track.Inside this episode, we cover:Why derby strength is different from gym strengthThe six principles that make strength translate to gameplayWhy repeatable power matters more than one big burstHow confidence is built through consistency, not motivationThe five systems that help skaters train like athletes off the trackIf you have been training hard but still feel weak, inconsistent, or unsure how to earn more track time, this episode will help you understand what is missing and how to fix it.Click here if you want to start down the path of being a powerful athlete on the track and in life with Krash Course: krashcourserollerderby.com(Here you can book your strategy call mentioned in the Podcast). We breed athletes, MVP's, and badasses in our proven system that has helped over 500 people level up their game.Follow me on Instagram for daily derby tips, tricks, and motivation @krissykrash
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