‘The Grind’

The off-season is the time when CFL players hone their craft and fine-tune their bodies for the upcoming season. You will often hear players call it “The Grind”. With that in mind, we sent CFL Host Brodie Lawson on the road to give fans an inside look into the lifestyle, workouts and training regimens of some of the biggest names in the CFL.

Now introducing, “The Grind.”

Our own Brodie Lawson has headed south to meet up with an array of CFL stars to see their hometowns, enjoy some dining hotspots and grind out some tough workouts.

Welcome to 'The Grind'

Welcome to an all new CFL series, “The Grind” with Brodie Lawson

Full Episodes

The Grind, Episode 10: California calling, Brodie answering

In her final stop on ‘The Grind’ tour, Brodie Lawson heads to Cali to meet up with Simmy Hov to try and dismiss the #PrayforBrodie hashtag.

The Grind, Episode 9: Training with the best in the Pacific Northwest

Both host Brodie Lawson & Bombers Quarterback Matt Nichols were worried about keeping up with each other when The Grind hit the pacific northwest. Who had the last laugh?

The Grind, Episode 8: AC905 direct flight to Mississauga

It’s ‘The Grind’ with some Canadian flare, as Brodie Lawson heads to Mississauga to work out with Brandon Bridge, Chad Owens, Courtney Stephen and a bunch of their pals.

The Grind, Episode 7: Fast times at Heritage High

Brodie Lawson was a little under the weather, so could she keep up with one of the top young talents in the CFL? Find out on this episode of ‘The Grind’.

The Grind, Episode 6: B.J., Stefan & D.C. Bad @$$ Beach Blast

Brodie hits the sandy beach of Fort Lauderdale, Florida to join Alouette receiver B.J. Cunningham and Roughrider receiver Duron Carter for a very specific work out designed to take advantage of resistance running.

The Grind, Episode 5: 'Getting Jacked in Jacksonville'

With eight kiddos running around The Grind gets a look at how newly-retired John Chick makes gains while keeping up with his growing family.

The Grind, Episode 4: Workout hell in the A-T-L

In the latest from The Grind, Brodie Lawson goes through her toughest workout yet… thanks to new Lions defensive end Odell Willis.

The Grind, Episode 3: Wetumpka, Alabama w/ Bear Woods

Argonauts linebacker Bear Woods spends his off-season in small town Wetumpka, Alabama. His garage gym gets a little drafty in the winter so instead Bear takes his workout to the local fire station. Known around the league as always being the first guy in the gym, Bear makes no exceptions for The Grind so we meet at the Wetumpka Fire Hall for a 5:30am workout. Rise and grind! For a full rundown of The Grind, including broadcast schedule and bonus features, click here.

The Grind, Episode 2: 'Dancin' in Louisiana with Diontae Spencer'

In the latest episode of ‘The Grind’, Diontae Spencer wants to take his training to the next level but when his trainer suggests boxing, he reluctantly agrees.

Presenting 'The Grind', Episode 1: Katy, Texas

Introducing ‘The Grind’, as Brodie Lawson’s off-season tour starts in Katy, Texas, where she works out with Willie Jefferson, Derel Walker and Reggie Begelton.

Behind the Scenes/Bonus Material

The Grind: Checking in with Brodie

CFL.ca’s Kristina Costabile checks in with CFL host Brodie Lawson to catch up with her about The Grind.

The Grind BTS: Sweet Home Alabama

We travelled to Wetumpka Alabama to visit Toronto Argonaut Bear Woods! The workout started at 5:30am so once we were finished Bear was gracious enough to host us at his home. Best part? He pulled out his guitars and played for our crew – basically any song we wanted! Enjoy this BTS episode of The Grind, the full workout comes out Tuesday!

The Grind: Behind the scenes in New Iberia

Brodie Lawson takes you behind the scenes with Diontae Spencer in New Iberia, La., in a sneak peak of the second episode of ‘The Grind’.