Talking Elite Fitness

Greetings, Seasons! The WFP and CrossFit Unveil New Ways to Compete in 2025 Dec 19, 2024

The past week has been full of new information on what we can expect in 2025. The World Fitness Project revealed the structure of its planned competitive season for the new year and CrossFit released details of the Community Cup. Sean, Tommy and Lauren tell us what they like about each one, what may be a problem, and what questions they still have that need to be answered.

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CrossFit Movie Mania and a Conversation with Pat Vellner Dec 12, 2024

The latest CrossFit documentary was released last week, and it didn't take long for it to hit the top of the charts. Sean, Tommy and Lauren give a quick review of Fittest on Earth: Final Showdown in Madtown. Pat Vellner joins the show to talk about CrossFit's response to the closing of the investigation into Lazar Djukic's death, why the PFAA made certain demands, and where things may go from here.

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So Long, Sled Dog and the PFAA Responds Dec 05, 2024

Two-time fittest woman on Earth Katrin Davidsdottir is calling it a career. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about her career highlights and the legacy she leaves behind. CrossFit has finally released the documentary from the 2023 CrossFit Games. So, what took so long? Two competitions take center stage this coming weekend. FitFest and the Dubai Fitness Championship will have eyes on them for different reasons. Plus, the PFAA responds to CrossFit after the organization announced the close of the investigation into the death of Lazar Djukic and the subsequent changes being made.

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'Tis the Season (For Changes), Caroline Lambray, and Do We Even Need the Games Anymore? Nov 26, 2024

CrossFit is constantly varied, and it turns out so is the Games season. The speculation is over as we now know what the 2025 season will look like. Sean, Tommy and Lauren summarize the changes and talk about what stands out to them. Carolilne Lambray, coach and partner of Jeff Adler sits down with Tommy Marquez to give her thoughts on the season changes. Finally, the crew asks and tries to answer the question, "Do we even need the CrossFit Games anymore?"

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The Investigation is Over. Now What? Nov 21, 2024

The third party investigation into the death of Lazar Djukic is over, but plenty of questions remain in the aftermath. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss the changes CrossFit is planning on implementing moving forward, the lack of transparency, and where the sport goes from here.

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Tommy is a Dad, Tia Says Hello to HYROX, and a Rogue Recap Nov 16, 2024

Babywatch has officialy come to an end! Tommy Marquez is a dad. He gives us a recap of the last week of his life as he and his wife Tiffany welcomed their new son Miles to the world. Fresh off her win at the Rogue Invitational, Tia Toomey is getting ready to give HYROX a try. The PFAA is working on electing a new Board of Directors. And speaking of Rogue, Sean and Tommy recap the competition that took place last weeken in Aberdeen, Scotland.

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The Professor Calls it a Career and Buy or Sell: Rogue Invitational Edition Nov 06, 2024

The Rogue Invitational will be Brent Fikowski's final competition. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren discuss The Professor's decision to call it career, what legacy he leaves behind, and what he's still looking to accomplish. We finally know most of the events the CrossFit athletes will face at the Rogue Invitational. Plus, we preview this weekend's competition in Scotland with another edition of "Buy or Sell."

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A New Project, The Super Team That Wasn't, and a Conversation with Mitch Hooper Oct 31, 2024

A potential rival to the CrossFit Games has emerged. What exactly is the World Fitness Project and who is behind it? We almost had a new super team on the scene. Sean and Tommy talk about the social media post that had the internet buzzing. More Masters athletes are facing penalties for failing drug tests, and one of them has been here before. Plus, Lauren and Tommy sit down with th defending Rogue Invitational Strongman Champion Mitch Hooper. "The Moose" talks about his diverse athletic background, how he got into strongman, and what he's looking forward to seeing in Scotland next week.

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An Online Season, More Rogue Reveals, and CrossFit Jobs Oct 24, 2024

The Rogue Invitational is just two weeks away and we may have gotten a sneak peek at a new piece of equipment. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about that as well as the new broadcast features Rogue is rolling out this year.

If you want to be part of the CrossFit Games team, now's your chance! CrossFit is hiring. What could a specific job's availability mean for the upcoming season?

And speaking of the upcoming season, is it possible that the 2025 season could be conducted mostly online? The crew discusses the rumors swirlilng around about that very possibility.

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Dubai Drama, Roman's Hip and a Conversation with Sam Belliveau Oct 17, 2024

We know more about the injury that is putting Roman Khrennikov on the shelf until next season. There were some sudden and unexpected changes to the qualifying process for the Dubai Fitness Championship. Some athletes earn a nice little pay day at an up-and-coming offseason competition while another event is set to take center stage Down Under.

Sam Belliveau recently won her 4th title of Strongest Woman in Canada and is getting ready to make her first appearance at the Rogue Invitational in November. She holds the world record in the dumbbell press with 2 reps at 185 pounds at the 2024 Arnold Strongwoman Classic. She talked with Lauren and Tommy about the opportunity to compete in Scotland at Rogue and how she and her fellow competitors are growing the sport of strongwoman around the world.

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What's up with the Investigation, Roman Rests and Campbell's Comeback Oct 11, 2024

Roman Khrennikov is shutting it down for the rest of the year. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss his decision to withdraw from the Rogue Invitational and Dubai Fitness Championship. Lucy Campbell finally gets back on the competition floor, and a CrossFit power couple gives Hyrox a try.

Plus, it's been two months since the tragic death of Lazar Djukic. The crew gives what they know about the latest in the investigation and discuss when they think we need to get answers.

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Why we Can't Wait for Rogue and Mitch Bragg from the PFAA Oct 03, 2024

Two of the biggest offseason competitions of the year are taking center stage. Sean, Tommy and Lauren give and update on the Dubai Fitness Championship qualifier and tell you why they think the Rogue Invitational championship man mean more now than it ever has. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Use the link below and the code "TEF" to save 20% and improve your sleep and recovery.

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Recapping TYR Wodapalooza SoCal and a Conversation with Tom Miazga Sep 26, 2024

TYR Wodapalooza SoCal provided us with some great moments on the competition floor and injected some new life into the team competition. Sean, Tommy and Lauren give their final thoughts on the event, how it can evolve and what kind of effect it could have on future competitions.

Tom Miazga just won his 8th championship in the seated with hip division. He joins the show to talk about his experience this past weekend in San Antonio at the Adaptive CrossFit Games, how he'd like to see the adaptive divisions grow in the coming years and whether or not he'll be returing next season for a run at a 9th title.

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Day 3 TYR WZA SoCal Recap Sep 23, 2024

The first ever TYR Cup at Wodapalooza SoCal has officially wrapped up. After an exciting Sunday that included 4 scored events, Lauren and Tommy sit down to recap all the action that helped Team North America capture the win and saw Patrick Vellner become the first winner of the Lazar Djukic MVP award.

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Day 2 TYR WZA SoCal Recap Sep 22, 2024

The second day of competition at the TYR Cup at TYR Wodapalooza SoCal provided plenty of surprises as Team North America and Team World are all tied up after 7 events. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the biggest moments and top performances from an exciting night in Huntington Beach.

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Day 1 TYR WZA SoCal Recap Sep 21, 2024

The inaugural TYR Cup is underway in Huntington Beach and things are all knotted up between Team North America and Team World. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the first three events, talk about what surprised them and who had the most impressive performances. Plus, they set the table for day 2 of competition as four more events are on tap for Saturday.

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Live From WZA SoCal - TYR Cup Captains Chat Sep 20, 2024

Onsite in Huntington Beach, CA for the Inaugural Wodapalooza SoCal TYR Cup, Lauren Kalil & Tommy Marquez sit down with North America Captain Pat Vellner and World Captain Bjorgvin Karl Gudmundsson - two CrossFit Games legends - live at the Experience Stage to chat about their strategies for this new team format, get insight into how the teams are gelling together, and talk a little smack!

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TYR WZA SoCal Friday Preview Sep 19, 2024

We are set for another competition weekend. The TYR Cup takes center stage in Huntington Beach, California at TYR Wodapalooza SoCal. Sean, Tommy and Lauren preview Friday's events and tell us who they think will be taking the floor for each one from Team North America and Team World. Plus, they predict what the score will be after the opening day of competition.

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Rogue Q Update, WZA SoCal Events and the Great Pumpkin Spice Debate Sep 12, 2024

The Roque Q is in the books and some familiar names are looking to make their way to Aberdeen, Scotland for this year's invitational.

Some of the events for TYR Wodapalooza SoCal have been released. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss why the competition in Huntington Beach next week could have a major impact on the sport moving forward.

Joel Godett called all the action at the 2024 Teenage CrossFit Games. He joins Sean to recap the competition, tell us who stood out and what the fans and athletes thought about the experience.

Plus, Sean, Tommy and Lauren make their cases as to when pumpkin spice products should hit the shelves.

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A Conversation with Brent Fikowski and Pat Vellner Sep 09, 2024

PFAA board members Brent Fikowski and Pat Vellner join Sean and Tommy to talk about the recent demands from the PFAA that were released following the conclusion of the CrossFit Games. They discuss why they feel Dave Castro needs to be removed from his position on the sport team, why they chose to release their demands prior to the conclusion of the investigation into Lazar Djukic's death and where they and the sport may go from here.

Luka Responds Sep 05, 2024

Luka Djukic is breaking his silence after the tragic death of his brother at the 2024 CrossFit Games. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the lengthy instagram post and how it could affect the discourse around Lazar Djukic's death.

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Masters CrossFit Games Recap Sep 01, 2024

We have crowned the fittest masters athletes on Earth after four action-packed days in Birmingham, Alabama. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about their favorite moments from the competition and why this was a huge win for the community and for the sport of fitness.

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The PFAA Supplies Demands and Previewing the Masters Games with Bob Jennings and Joe Linton Aug 22, 2024

The PFAA wants Dave Castro removed from his position with the sport team at CrossFit. That is just one of three demands the organization put out in response to the death of Lazar Djukic in the opening event of the 2024 CrossFit Games. Sean and Tommy go through the PFAA's statement and Brent Fikowski's article in Men's Health.

The Masters CrossFit Games are set to kick off next week in Birmingham, Alabama. Sean talks with event organizers Bob Jennings and Joe Linton about safety protocols they have in place, what fans and athletes can expect on-site and their inspiration behind the ten events they've programmed for the competition.

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Joshua Hicks - Former Medical Team Lead for the CrossFit Games Aug 15, 2024

Joshua Hicks worked with the CrossFit Games medical team starting in 2015 and was the leader of the group in 2022. He has also served as the Director of Medical and Safety at Loud and Live events (Wodapalooza, West Coast Classic, Granite Games) and the Rogue Invitational, while overseeing medical, security, and venue control.

Joshua talks with Sean, Tommy and Lauren about how Emergency Activation Plans (EAP) are contstructed for events, who is invovled in the decision making around them, what safety measures are cutomary for events held on the water and how he and his teams have handled medical emergencies in the past.

Saturday Games Recap - The Struggle for Normalcy Aug 11, 2024

The CrossFit Games continued in Fort Worth, Texas and at times, things seemed like they might be getting back to normal. However, the shadow of Lazar Djukic's death on Thursday continues to loom over everything taking place at Dickie's Arena. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the different feelings they experienced on the competition floor, in the athlete warmup area and watching at home.

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Friday Games Recap - The Games Go on as a Community Mourns Aug 10, 2024

The CrossFit community continues to grieve the loss of Lazar Djukic after his tragic death in opening event of the Games on Thursday. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the events of Friday in Fort Worth, talk about the atmosphere on site, the positive things they saw and how we might be able to eventually find a way to move forward.

Last Minute Games Details, Testing Farrington Field and How to Pronounce "Taqueria" Aug 07, 2024

It's CrossFit Christmas Eve! Tommy and Lauren are in Fort Worth as we are ready for the beginning of the 2024 CrossFit Games. Two more events have been announced and more details are being released on the events that we already knew. Plus, Tommy takes on the Farrington Field Mile, and Sean and Lauren get a lesson in proper pronunciation of common Spanish terms.

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Buy or Sell with Katrin Davidsdottir, More Games Announcements and Castro Goes Camping Aug 01, 2024

We are one week away from the 2024 CrossFit Games. Two-time Fittest Woman on Earth Katrin Davidsdottir joins the show to help preview the individual competition with another round of "Buy or Sell." Will any rookie finish inside the top 10? Will Alex Gazan be the top American woman? Can Pat Vellner actually get off to a good start? The crew tries to answer these questions and more.

Plus, another Games event has been announced, but some of the key details are still a secret. It looks like we know how Chad will go down on Saturday at the Games and Dave Castro gets the community talking by floating the idea of a "top training camp award."

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Death By Episode 60 - Who Will Have a Better Games Finish? Jul 30, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether the top training camp award further separates the sport from affiliates or strengthens the sport as a whole, what the weight on the final barbell for the clean ladder should be and predictions of who will win the event, which athletes will finish higher in some head to head battles and their podium predictions at the CrossFit Games.

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Boz Talks Teams and Affiliate Cup Preview with Andrea Nisler Jul 25, 2024

It's a jam-packed show this week! Competition Director Adrian Bozman joins Sean and Tommy as he puts the finishing touches on the team events for the 2024 CrossFit Games. Boz talks about how the decision was made for him to focus solely on teams this year, what the collaborative process is like between him and Dave Castro, what he thinks makes a good team event and the lessons he's learned about how to program for the Games.

Two-time Affiliate Cup Champ Andrea Nisler then joins the show to help us preview the team competition at the 2024 CrossFit Games with another round of "Buy or Sell."

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Death By Episode 59 - Do We Need Multiple Running Tests at the Games? Jul 23, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether the Games should program multiple running tests, events that would gain viewership and if anyone can take down 6-time CrossFit Games champ Tia-Clair Toomey.

Our contestants include James Hobart, Tim Paulson, and Ellia Miller.

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Checking in with Justin Medeiros and New Movement Mystery Jul 18, 2024

Justin Medeiros is trying to get himself back on top of the podium after finishing 13th at the CrossFit Games last year. He talks with Tommy Marquez about what he learned from last seasaon, how he gained momentum with his win at the North America West Semifinals and what he's doing to put the finishing touches on his preparations for Texas.

Dave Castro is saying there will be a new movement at the CrossFit Games this year. Sean, Tommy and Lauren give their thoughts on what it could be and what it probably won't be.

Plus, headlines from the last week including travel troubles for a Games qualifier out of Russia.

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Death By Episode 58 - Who Would Win a Fight Matchup at the CrossFit Games? Jul 16, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether a strength test should be programmed before or after cuts, if testing open water events is necessary, and if the CrossFit Games were to program fight matchups, who they'd want to see and which athlete would win.

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Vellner gets Vulnerable and Running and Swimming and Chad, Oh My! Jul 11, 2024

Details of the 2024 CrossFit Games continue to be revealed almost daily. We know two events the individuals will face in Fort Worth - "Chad" and "Run Swim."

The Games are returning to ESPN for the second straight year. Find out how and where you can watch all the action.

Dave Castro is saying the CrossFit Games could be heading overseas sooner rather than later.

We have another failed drug test out of semifinals. We'll tell you who is out and who is stepping in.

And the TYR Cup athletes continue to be revealed for TYR Wodapalooza SoCal.

Pat Vellner joins the show and gives us his thoughts on what we know so far about the CrossFit Games, why training is so tough right now, the best trash talking moments he's witnessed and what if he walks away from CrossFit without having won the Games.

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Death By Episode 57 - What Movements Need to be Tested Before Cuts at the CrossFit Games? Jul 09, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss predictions for what the twist could be on "Chad," movements that need to be tested at the Games before the field is cut down and where the best place to host the 2027 CrossFit Games in Europe could be.

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Dave is Back (Again) and All-American Podium Picks Jul 03, 2024

It's a 4th of July extravaganza on this week's episode! First, Dave Castro is back in the business of programming the CrossFit Games. What can we expect to see him unveil in Texas? Three of the top four men in Asia tested positive for banned substances. Is it time to rethink the way we backfill these spots? Cuts return to the CrossFit Games and another Reps Ahead Pro event is in the books.

The fittest Americans join the show for a special edition of Podium Picks. Arielle Loewen and Dallin Pepper help us celebrate our nation's freedom by drafting the best things in life that are free. Like a bootleg firework, things go sideways quickly.

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Death By Episode 56 - Is There a Better Way to Backfill After Drug Tests? Jul 02, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss programming ideas during the Games for 'Friday Night Lights' at Farrington Field, thoughts surrounding Dave Castro interviewing all 80 individual Games athletes, and the best ways to backfill athletes as a result of failed drug tests.

Our contestants include Caroline Lambray, Matt O'Keefe and Justin Cotler.

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The Latest on Sean, Tommy's Big News, and Rating the Rookies Jun 27, 2024

Well, it's been an eventful week. Tommy is gonna be a dad and Sean gives us the latest on what's going on with the decision CrossFit made to not include him in the Games broadcast this year.

There's going to be some Friday Night Lights going down at the CrossFit Games and Jacob Heppner sees his winning streak at Tactical Games events come to an end.

CrossFit Games rookie Chris Ibarra talks with Lauren Kalil about his upcoming trip to Fort Worth while Sean and Tommy take a closer look at all the rookie's in the men's field and tell us who they think can make some noise in Texas.

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An Interesting App-lication, Aimee Cringle and the Women's Rookies Jun 20, 2024

Plenty of stuff went on off the competition floor this week in the CrossFit world. We have more information on the prize purse for all the divisions and CrossFit recently filed a trademark application that makes it seem like they are getting closer to releasing their own app.

CrossFit Games Rookie Aimee Cringle joins the show to talk about her finally being able to believe in herself and her love for breakfast buffets.

Sean, Tommy and Lauren take a closer look at the 12 women who will be appearing at the Games for the first time in 2024 and tell us who has the best chance of making some noise in Texas.

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Death By Episode 55 - What is the Most Impactful Moment in the Growth of CrossFit? Jun 18, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether CrossFit should own the name "CrossFit," what the most impactful moment for growth has been and who they predict will be the 2024 Rookie of the Year.

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Revisiting Our Top 10 Questions for 2024 and an Eventful Chat with Wilson Pak Jun 18, 2024

Sean, Tommy and Lauren run down the headlines from the past week including HYROX crowning it's 2024 Elite 15 World Champions and the latest online competition from CrossFit, the Service Cup.

Then it's time to check in on the top questions heading into 2024 with the help of Wilson Pak from the Syndicate Crown.

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Death By Episode 54 - How Would You Invest $1 Million Into CrossFit? Jun 11, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the Rogue Invitational Qualifiers ranking system VS CrossFit's worldwide ranking system, which athlete's stock increased the most during Semifinals and how each contestant would invest one million dollars into CrossFit.

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Rogue's New Ranking System and Grading the Semifinals Jun 06, 2024

Rogue unveiled its new Invitational Qualifying System this week. Resident smart person Barclay Dale joins the show to talk about what he likes, what needs improvement and what the CrossFit World Wide Ranking System should steal.

It's time to hand out grades now that Semifinals are in the rear view mirror. Sean, Tommy and Lauren hand out marks for everything from programming on on-site atmosphere. Find out which aspects of the competitions passed with flying colors and which ones require some extra credit to keep from failing.

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Death by Episode 53 - Should CrossFit Bring Back the Last Chance Qualifier? Jun 04, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether spot allocations at Semifinals were distributed correctly, if the order of events matters when it comes to who earned Games spots, if there's a benefit to bringing back the Last Chance Qualifier and the biggest overlooked moments from Semifinals.

Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Matt O'Keefe, and Justin Cotler.

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North America East Day 3 Recap Jun 02, 2024

The final day of competition at the Syndicate Crown had a little bit of everything. There was drama, incredible performances, heartbreak and triumph. Sean, Tommy and Lauren break down day 3 in Knoxville and start setting the table for what we are going to see at the CrossFit Games in Texas.

North America East Day 2 Recap Jun 02, 2024

There's a lot to go over after the second day of competition at the Syndicate Crown. Sean and Tommy take a closer look at the controversial no-calls and calls during the final heat of men's event 3 and set the table for Sunday for the individuals. We had some exciting moments in the team competition as the final qualifying spot in Knoxville comes down to the last event and one team's honesty nearly costs them a trip to Texas.

Attendance Matters, Torian's Pros and NA East Preview May 29, 2024

We are down to the final week of Semifinals. Sean, Tommy and Lauren take a look back at week number two before looking ahead to the Syndicate Crown. Justin Medeiros looked like his old self at the West Coast Classic while Abigail Domit stands atop the podium for the women. But most of the talk about what happened in Carson has to do more with who wasn't there than who was. The crew talks about the lack of attendance and what might help put more people in the seats in the future.

One of the deepest women's fields is set to hit the floor this weekend at the Syndicate Crown while Jeff Adler looks to continue his quest for a second-straight Games championship. Sean, Tommy and Lauren go through the storylines they'll be watching this weekend in Knoxville.

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Death By Episode 52 - Should Event Wins be Worth More? May 28, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss ways to increase attendance at live events, whether event wins should be worth more than 100 points, if Justin Medeiros is "back," and the biggest moments from this past Semifinals weekend.

Our contestants include James Hobart, Tim Paulson, and Kenny Johnson.

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Lack of Urgency in an Emergency, Oceania and NA West Preview May 22, 2024

The first weekend of Semifinals was not without controversy. Sean, Tommy and Lauren dive into what led to the slow response to Rebecka Vitesson's knee injury during the French Throwdown.

Jeremy Austin is ready to call a full weekend of action at the Torian Pro. He sits down with Sean and tells us what he'll be watching this weekend in Australia.

CrossFit action is returning to Carson, CA for the first time since 2016. The crew gives their top storylines heading into the West Coast Classic.

Death by Episode 51 - Is Europe the New Capital of CrossFit? May 21, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss if Europe is the new capital of CrossFit, what CrossFit should do if there's an injury on the competition floorand whether the tides are shifting from veterans to rookies. In two bonus rounds, each contestant gave their biggest weekend winner and discussed the impact of not reseeding the field before the final event.

Our contestants include Matt O'Keefe, Justin Cotler, and Chase Ingraham.

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Day 3 Europe and Asia Recap May 19, 2024

We have our first group of individual Games qualifiers as both the Europe and Asia Semifinal have wrapped up three days of competition. Sean and Tommy recap all the top stories and performances, talk about who stood out, the chaos that unfolded for the European men in event 6 and what conclusions we can draw from the Far East and French Throwdowns.

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Day 2 Europe and Asia Recap May 18, 2024

One day of competition remains in France and South Korea. We know the first 9 teams that are going to be making their ways to Fort Worth, Texas to compete in the CrossFit Games. With 3 events remaining for the individuals, plenty can happen on Sunday.

In Europe, it's tight on top of the women's leaderboard while there are some major surprises on the men's side.

Over in Asia, Veterans are leading the way on the women's side while the two top men are hoping to hold on for their first trips to the Games.

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Europe and Asia Day 1 Recap May 17, 2024

We are through the first of three days of competition at the Europe and Asia Semifinals. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the first three events for the teams and the opening event for the individuals. We had a couple big surprises in Europe as a pair of favorites have dug themselves an early hole. Who has the best chance of climbing out? A team in Asia is threatening to run away with the competition after winning the first three events and a close race in the opening event for the Europen women has a potential Games rookie thinking this may finally be the year she breaks through.

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Sara's Setback, Enjoy Your Appetizer, and Europe Semifinal Preview May 15, 2024

Another Icelandic star is sitting out the season. Sara Sigmundsdottir is calling it a season after being diagnosed with Reactive Arthritis.

CrossFit's coverage of Semifinals on Friday has been called an "appetizer." But what exactly can we expect them to serve up? CrossFit Games Podcast host Chase Ingraham sheds some light on that.

Speaking of Semifinals, competion gets started this weekend in Europe and Asia. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the top storylines they will be following.

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Death By Episode 50 - Should CrossFit Only Livestream Individuals at Semifinals? May 14, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether the allocation of Games spots is a cause for alarm or just growing pains of a new process, whether livestreaming the final two heats all three days is a better option than the current broadcast option and if it matters what a livestream looks like.

Our contestants include James Hobart, Cooper Marsh and Tommy Marquez.

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Katrin Talks Back, Games Spots Speculation and TYR's Take on Teams May 09, 2024

Semifinals are one week away and we finally have an idea of how many Games spots will be available at each competition. Sean and Tommy take a closer look at Mike Halpin's projections for the men and the women. Age Group Semifinals are officialy underway. Will we have a repeat of what happened during the Quarterfinals when it comes to judging? The TYR Cup was unveiled this week and it looks to put an exciting new spin on the team competition.

Katrin Davidsdottir is our guest this week. She talks with Sean about the back injury that is forcing her out of competition this season, why she felt she couldn't push through it and what the future might hold for her.

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Death By Episode 49 - Is Jonne Koski Going to Dominate Semifinals and the Games? May 07, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the biggest advantages TYR WZA SoCal has to the off-season, whether they love or hate going back to classic CrossFit style workouts for Semifinals and which male and female will make the biggest waves at Semifinals.

Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Matt O'Keefe, and Justin Cotler.

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Hangin' with Halpin and The Fallout from Quarterfinals May 02, 2024

If you were keeping a close eye on everything going on with Quarterfinals, odds are you were looking at Mike Halpin's spreadsheet. He joins Sean, Tommy and Lauren to take closer look at some of the numbers, what those numbers can tell us and why the penalties this time around are stirring up more controversy than past years. Following that, CrossFit Coach Kenny Johnson joins the show to talk about why he thinks this could be a watershed moment for the sport of fitness and what can be done to help make things better.

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Death By Episode 48 - Improving Quarterfinals and the Review Process Apr 30, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether we're at a turning point where the CrossFit sport and HQ break off, solutions for future years on how to best approach this stage in the season, and if the season schedule should change for age groups.

Our contestants include James Hobart, Tim Paulson and Adrian Conway.

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Quarterfinals Carnage Apr 25, 2024

Well, that escalated quickly. Penalties are wreaking havoc on the Quarterfinals leaderboards. Masters Champion Jason Grubb joins the show to talk about why this keeps happening and what athletes can and need to do to give themselves the best chances of emerging unscathed.

Plus, there are going to be uniforms at semifinals, Katrin Davidsdottir is out, one of America's best Strongmen is calling it quits and what we learned from Taylor vs. The World.

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Death By Episode 47 - Does Europe Deserve a Second Semifinal? Apr 23, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss if Open scores should roll into the Quarterfinals leaderboard, whether Europe deserves a second semifinal based on the current world wide leaderboard and if CrossFit had to pick one video to review from everyone, which one would it be?

Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Justin Cotler and Matt O'Keefe.

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The Land of Boz, HWPO for Michele Letendre and Layman's Terms Apr 18, 2024

Individual Quarterfinals have begun! Competition Director Adrian Bozman joins the show to give us an inside look at what inspired him to concoct the four workouts, where he is in semifinals programming and what he's looking forward to when we get to the CrossFit Games in Fort Worth.

Michele Letendre is joining forces with HWPO. She tells us why this was the right time for her to make the move.

Cale Layman finished 7th overall in the Open, now we will see what he can do in Quarterfinals. Tommy Marquez talks to him about how he found CrossFit, how he had no idea who Mat Fraser was, attending West Point and his stint on a professional fishing tour.

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Death By Episode 46 - Can All Major Training Camps Survive? Apr 16, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss ways that major training camps can survive in the ever growing ecosystem, whether the team eligibility rule should change and what movements need to be programmed for indy quarterfinals in order to advance the correct athletes to Semifinals.

Our contestants include James Hobart, Kenny Johnson, and Rob Kearney

The PFAA's Hot Topic, Making the Open Matter and Team Quarterfinals Reaction Apr 12, 2024

The PFAA has questions about the heat in Ft. Worth but CrossFit is short on answers right now. Brent Fikowski joins the show to shed some light on why the PFAA reached out and what information they were hoping to get. Dave Castro is saying there are plans to make the Open matter again. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about what that might mean. Plus, Colten Mertens is really good at burpees and the crew takes a closer look at the Team Quarterfinals results.

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Death By Episode 45 - Should CrossFit Have Anonymous Submission Drug Testing? Apr 09, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the pros and cons of potentially having the CrossFit Open qualify athletes for the Games, thoughts surrounding CrossFit's new sponsor Hustle Up and whether athletes should be allowed to fill out anonymous submissions of athletes they think are on PEDs.

Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Justin Cotler and Jason Croxon.

Houdet Helps Teams and Strongwomen Go Rogue Apr 05, 2024

Team quarterfinals has begun! Games veteran and No Shortcuts coach Andre Houdet talks with Tommy Marquez about the programming and gives advice on how teams of all levels should approach the workouts.

Rogue is adding Strongwomen to the 2024 Rogue Invitational and offering an incredible prize purse as well.

The latest Reps Ahead event took place this last weekend. Fee Saghafi gives her insights on the competition and why she enjoyed the experience. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the format and why they think it has potential to really take off.

Death By Episode 44 - Do Quarterfinals Rankings Matter? Apr 02, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss what they do and don't want to see in the team quarterfinals programming, whether quarterfinals ranking matters and if 1-on-1 competition is a format that can grow the sport.

Our contestants include James Hobart, Ellia Miller and Tim Paulson.

CrossFit in Schools, Amazing Grace and Oceania Outlook Mar 28, 2024

CrossFit recently announced that they are offering 50 $10,000 grants to schools that want to form non-profit affiliates for students. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss the move and go through the rest of the top headlines from the past week.

Grace Walton is coming off a 2nd place overall finish in the Open. She talks to Tommy Marquez about following in the footsteps of legends, changes in her training this year and how she is continuing to build confidence.

Jeremy Austin, the Mayor of Australian CrossFit, helps set the table for Quarterfinals in Oceania and tells us who we should be watching in the next stage of competition.

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Death By Episode 43 - Should CrossFit Introduce Sports Betting to Competition? Mar 26, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the biggest surprises of the CrossFit Open, How Quarterfinals can be more interesting for sports fans and whether CrossFit should introduce sports betting into competition.

Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Justin Cotler and Matt O'Keefe.

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Danielle Brandon Energy, Wells Tries to get Well and Reviewing the Open Mar 22, 2024

There's some DBE on this week's episode! Danielle Brandon joins Lauren Kalil to talk about Imposter Syndrome, using fitness as an outlet and her upcoming documentary "Danielle Brandon Energy." Sean, Tommy and Lauren also go through the top headlines of the week including an athlete who is currently battling a shoulder injury. Plus, we review the good and the bad of the 2024 Open.

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Death By Episode 42 - Pass or Fail? What's Your Grade for The Open? Mar 19, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the controversy around Tudor Magda and Emily Claws 24.2 scores, their thoughts around the Open programming, and what grade they would give the Open as a whole.

Our contestants include James Hobart, Ellia Miller and Kenny Johnson.

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Tia Takes a Time Out, Kara Saunders on Women and Burnout, and CrossFit Has a New CMO Mar 13, 2024

Tia Toomey is bowing out of the 24.3 announcement, but some big names are stepping in. Meanwhile, CrossFit continues to set records for viewership for the Open. Two more athletes have announced they are taking a break from their respective sports. Sean, Tommy and Lauren get perspective from Kara Saunders on why burnout seems to be affecting women more than me. CrossFit has hired a new CMO in Jenna Hauca. The crew talks about what they would like to see happen under her watch.

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Death By Episode 41 - Why are Women Leaving the Individual Competition?" Mar 12, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss why fewer female Games athletes choose to go individual compared to the men's field, predictions for 24.3, and what we can expect to see in Quarterfinals this year.

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Seth Rollins on 24.2, The Meteoric Rise of HYROX, and Do We Need to Change the Teen Competition? Mar 07, 2024

Star power is coming to the live announcement of 24.2! WWE Superstar Seth Rollins joins the show to talk about how he got the opportunity to announce the workout, how CrossFit has helped him prolong his career in the ring, and whether or not he will curb stomp Dave Castro.

HYROX continues to grow in popularity and many CrossFit athletes are starting to enter races around the globe. Founder and CEO Christian Toetzke talks with Sean about why he started HYROX, what a typical event looks like, and what its popularity has grown so quickly.

Emma Cary recently announced she is going to step away from competition. The crew discusses if it's time to makes some changes to the teenage competition and what those could be.

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Death By Episode 40 - Could Seth Rollins Convince Millions to Try CrossFit? Mar 05, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether we should rethink the structure of the teen CrossFit Games, the impact Seth Rollins could have on Crossfit, and predictions for 24.2

Our contestants include James Hobart, Niki Braizer, and Tim Paulson

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Mal O'Brien's Discovery Journey, 24.1 Picks, and Can Invictus Keep the Affiliate Cup Green Feb 29, 2024

Mal O'Brien recenly made the decision to sit out the 2024 season. She talks with Lauren Kalil about working on discovering who she is, what her perfect day looks like, when she started feeling like she needed to step away from competing, and what it's been like taking up surfing.

Sean, Lauren and Tommy talk through the headlines of the week and give their predictions for who will prevail in 24.1.

CrossFit Invictus has a unveiled a new super team last week. Tommy talks with Josh Al-Chamaa about how Chandler Smith and Lauren Fisher got involved, and how they stay motivated after achieving the ultimate goal in the team competition at the CrossFit Games.

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Death By 39 - 24.1, Death By Burpees? Feb 27, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss who the favorite super team is this season, movement predictions for 24.1, and the biggest benefit of moving the Rogue Invitational to Scotland.

Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Jason Khalipa, and Justin Cotler.

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Here Come the Clues, Haley Adams on Competing in 2024 and Laura is Lifting Big Feb 23, 2024

When Dave Castro starts dropping clues, you know the Open is officially upon us. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss his latest "hint" and rundown the top headlines from the past week. More details about the Open announcements continue to emerge, Invictus has a super team and the PFAA believes the children are our future.

Haley Adams joins the show to talk about what led her to the decision that she is going to compete in 2024, how she got back into a positive head space and why she wants to be a blogger for a major theme park.

Laura Horvath recently finished 7th at the European Weightlifting Championships. Her brother Kristof talks to Tommy Marquez about her performance and what other goals outside of CrossFit she may have.

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Death By 38 - Love it or Hate it: 24.2 at Medeiros' Home Gym Feb 20, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether they love or hate 24.2 being held at Justin Medeiros' home gym, what the most exciting Open matchup will be, and what they would change about the Open announcements.

Our contestants include James Hobart, Niki Braizer, Tim Paulson and Travis Mayer.

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Death By 37 - Best and Worst Open Movements? Feb 19, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the best and worst movements for the CrossFit Open, where the line between having “balance” and going all in to be at the top of the sport is, and the pros and cons of having the Teen and Masters CrossFit Games on the same weekend. Our contestants include Matt O'Keefe, Justin Cotler, and Chase Ingraham.

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Death By Episode 35 - Who Will Return to the 2024 CrossFit Games? Feb 16, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss what successful Open registration numbers look like, ways that off-season events should invest in media, and which former Games athlete who didn’t qualify in 2023, has the best shot to qualify in 2024.

Our contestants include Matt O'Keefe, Justin Cotler, Jason Khalipa, and Chase Ingraham.

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Death By: Episode 36 - Goodbye Semifinal Regions? Feb 16, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss if CrossFit should do away with regions for Semifinals, if they love or hate floor plans for the Open, and if the Open will have more or less than 4 scored tests.

Our contestants include Ellia Miller, Matt Torres, and Tommy Marquez.

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Mal Makes a Decision and Talking to Team Peak Feb 16, 2024

Mal O'Brien reveals her plans for the 2024 season. Sean, Tommy and Lauren react to her announcement. Team Peak is looking to stand atop the podium as champions at the CrossFit Games this August. Sean and Tommy speak with Noah Ohlsen, Tola Morakinyo, Lena Richter and Matilde Garnes about why they decided to join forces, the things they've already learned during training, how they expect their collective experience to help them in Ft. Worth and why they think they can win the CrossFit Games.

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Legends from Birmingham Feb 13, 2024

The Legends Championship is taking place Labor Day weekend in Birmingham, Alabama. Event Director Bob Jennings speaks with Tommy Marquez about why they chose Birmingham, the things they took into consideration while making the decision, how CrossFit has helped them throughout the process and why Labor Day weekend made the most sense. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the decision, what they would like to see from a coverage standpoint and what they think might need to change moving forward.

Sweet Home Alabama, and Repairing the Region Exemption System Feb 09, 2024

We now have the full slate of dates for ALL of the CrossFit Games competitions, as the Legends Championship announced the details for the Masters' divisions. Brent Fikowski from the PFAA joins the show to shed some insight onto the current state of affairs for athlete exemptions, and why he thinks there is a better way forward for everyone involved.

Super Swedes, Sanctions Lifted, and Sean's Best Calls Feb 06, 2024

The super team news keeps coming as a new team in Europe joins the party. Tommy and Lauren break down the exciting new team from Sweden that has a podium pedigree. A new batch of athletes are returning from Drug Sanctions, plus we took a trip down memory lane in honor of Sean Woodland's 50th birthday to revisit our favorite live calls from his time as "The Voice Of The CrossFit Games."

Sneaky Sam Kwant and The Aussie Super Team Feb 02, 2024

We have another super team throwing it's hat into the ring. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the foursome from Down Under that looks to shake up the team competition in 2024. Sam Kwant joins the show to talk about his 3rd place performance at Wodapalooza, his goals for 2024 and why he thinks he often gets overlooked. Plus, the latest Open registration numbers and why Ellie Turner is fed up.

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Tom Brady is NOBULL, AI in Fitness and Catching up with Jack Farlow Jan 30, 2024

Tom Brady is teaming up with NOBULL. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the news that TB12 is joining forces with the shoe and apparell brand. Artificial intelligence is making its way into the fitness landscape, but will it work? Jack Farlow joins the show to talk about balancing a full school schedule with training, being the youngest of nine kids and breaking through to the upper echelons of the sport of fitness. Plus, Lauren hates dating apps and a friend ruins Sean's surprise.

Death by 34 - Is the Trend of Moving to Training Camps Dying? Jan 28, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss if it's more beneficial to have team and Individual competitions together or separately, whether the trend of living at a training camp is dying, and what year had the best programming at the CrossFit Games. Our contestants include James Hobart, Niki Braizer, Ellia Miller and Tim Paulson.

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Emma Lawson is All-In in 2024 Jan 26, 2024

The 2nd Fittest Woman on Earth, Emma Lawson, joins the show to talk about her expectations for 2024, graduating from high school, the dynamic between her and Jack Farlow, where she gets her confidence and how she stays so level-headed. Plus, Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss the recent article from Mike Halpin on The Morning Chalk Up tracking Open registration for 2024.

Office Hours with The Professor - Recapping WZA and Looking Ahead to 2024 Jan 23, 2024

Brent Fikowski joins the show fresh off his 2nd place finish at Wodapalooza. He gives his thoughts on how the partnership between the PFAA and Wodapalooza went in its first year, highlights from his individual performance in Miami, how his recent success will affect his training moving forward, and what the PFAA hopes to accomplish in 2024.

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Death By 33 - Should CrossFit Events Move Indoors? Jan 22, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether CrossFit events should move indoors, if they love or hate a two-attempt lifting event, and what some of their biggest surprises at Wodapalooza were. Our contestants include Matt O'Keefe, Chase Ingraham, Justin Cotler, and Snorri Baron. Want to maximize your recovery while you sleep? Use code "Deathby" to save 20% on all Thirdzy purchases through link below: https://thirdzy.com/DEATHBY?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=youtube&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=death_by

Top 10 Questions for 2024 Jan 19, 2024

The 2023 offseason is officially over and the 2024 Games season is quickly approaching. Sean, Tommy and Lauren give their top 10 questions heading into the year. Can Toomey win seven? Will any more super teams emerge? How will Ft. Worth stack up against the other Games locations? Plus, Lauren sees a movie and gives her subsequent review of an action classic..

Wodapalooza Day 4 Recap Jan 15, 2024

2024 Wodapalooza is officially in the books. Day four of competition wrapped up with some exciting races for both Elite Teams divisions. Sean, Tommy and Lauren look back on the biggest moments, talk about what might be done in the future when it comes to inclement weather, and award their Team and Moment of the day.

Death By 32 - No Title Sponsor for the CrossFit Games? Jan 14, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss GORUCK as the official shoe and clothing sponsor, whether CrossFit needs a title sponsor, potential concerns with the WheelWOD Games happening on the same weekend as WZA SoCal, and some predictions for TYR Wodapalooza.

Our contestants include James Hobart, Niki Braizer, Caroline Lambray, and Tim Paulson.

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Wodapalooza Day 3 Recap Jan 14, 2024

The Elite Team competition is underway in Miami. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the first day of action, give their Moment of the Day, and reveal their Team of the Day. Plus, a live appearance from some CrossFit fans from the Northeast.

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Wodapalooza Day 2 Recap Jan 13, 2024

We have crowned individual champions at Wodapalooza. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap Friday in Miami, give their biggest surprises for both the men and the women, award their Moment and Athlete of the Day, and give take a quick look ahead to the team competition.

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Wodapalooza Day 1 Recap Jan 12, 2024

The first three events are down for the Elite Individuals at Wodapalooza. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap all the action, give their Top Moment of the Day and name their Athletes of the Day.

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New Nanos Drop and WZA Preview Jan 09, 2024

It's Wodapalooza week! Sean, Tommy and Lauren welcome Director of Training Footwear for Reebok, Tal Short to the show to talk about the newest edition of the Nano. Tal discusses what they take into account when designing a new interation, how Reebok plans to stay engaged with the CrossFit community and what cools things the brand has going on down in Miami this week. The crew also takes a look at some of the top competition storylines at Wodapalooza with another edition of "Buy or Sell."

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Death By 31: Should Competitions Disclose Prize Purses in Advance? Jan 07, 2024

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether competitions should be required to announce prize purses ahead of time, if nutrition challenges offer more benefit than downfall, and what division is more exciting for spectators at TYR WZA, Elite individuals or Elite teams. Our contestants include Matt O'keefe, Chase Ingraham Justin Cotler, and Jason Croxon.

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