What does it take to be a gym owner, a father of two, and a CrossFit Games athlete—all at once?

In this episode of On the Air, Sydney Smith sits down with Tyler Cooke, owner of CrossFit 1124 in Marietta, Georgia, to talk about the balance between family, business, and elite competition. Tyler shares how his journey into CrossFit started with a simple goal—help his dad get healthier—and evolved into building one of the most respected gym communities in the country.

They dive into what it was like competing at the Games for the first time, how training has shifted over the years, and why tools like AIRWAAV have made a lasting impact on his performance and recovery. For Tyler, AIRWAAV isn’t just for high-level athletes—it’s something he recommends to everyone at his gym.

“If you lose control of your breathing, you lose control of the workout. AIRWAAV helps me stay focused and composed.”

Whether you’re a Games athlete or just trying to finish your daily WOD, this episode shows how breathing with AIRWAAV can be the difference-maker—and how community keeps it all going.