Double-under crossovers are returning to the CrossFit Games. Dave Castro announced on his Week in Review that the move that first showed up in Madison in 2022 will be making another appearance this year in Albany. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren talk about why this time around will definitely be much different than 3 years ago. Plus, Arielle Loewen is heading back to the CrossFit Games for the 5th time. She talks to Tommy Marquez about balancing her Games and WFP prep, finishing first at the recent Red ...
Jul 04, 2025•1 hr 6 min
It is official. Tia Toomey will go for her 8th CrossFit Games championship this August in Albany. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about Tia's decision, what it means for the Games and how if affects her legacy. There are a lot of new faces competing this year in New York. But is that something new, or is it business as usual? The team takes a look at what has happened in the past and explains why this year feels different. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "T...
Jun 26, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 391
Tia Toomey's pursuit of a World HYROX Championship is temporarily on hold. Sean and Tommy discuss her decision to withdraw from last weekend's competition and what it could mean for the CrossFit Games. The final two spots in Albany have been filled following the Last Chance Qualifier. Games rookie Bill Leahy joins Tommy and Lauren to talk about his win at the NorCal Classic and how he's preparing for his trip to New York. Plus, Marston Sawyers proves he's not only a great athlete, but an incredi...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 390
The in-person Semifinals are officially over, but the final weekend in Sacramento provided plenty of chaos on and off the competition floor. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren recap the NorCal Classic and give some perspective from the event organizers themselves. Plus, Tia Toomey sets her sights on a HYROX world championships, and the Last Chance Qualifier gets underway. This episode is presented by Victory Grips. Head to victorygrips.com and use the code "TEF" to save 15% on hand protection ergonomically...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 389
Four in-person qualifying events took place last weekend in the busiest three days of the CrossFit Games season. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren recap the biggest stories from each semifinal including another dominant performance from Tia Toomey. Does this mean she will be making another run at the CrossFit Games? The World Fitness Project unveils their plans for a Rec League, and the long wait is over for Anikha Greer. After plenty of near misses and flat out bad luck, she is finally set to make her de...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 388
The busiest weekend of semfinals is upon us! Four in-person competitions are on the schedule as we continue to close in on the 2025 CrossFit Games in Albany, NY. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren preview the Torian Pro, Rebel Renegade Games, Syndicate Crown, and Far East Throwdown. They talk about the top storylines from each competition, what athletes you should be watching, and where the most exciting matchups will be. This episode is presented by Kreatures of Habit. Head to kreaturesofhabit.com and use...
May 30, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 387
We still have 5 in-person qualifying events left on the schedule, but it's never too early to start talking about the CrossFit Games. Individual event 1 in Albany has been announced. It's not sexy, but it's definitely necessary. Four more athletes earned a spot at the Games through The Fittest Experience this past weekend. Lauren Kalil gives us a first hand account of what went down in Oklahoma. Plus, Alex Gazan joins the show to talk about her win at the first World Fitness Project Tour stop, h...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 386
The in-affiliate online semifinals are a closer to being officially done. Some major score adjustments have been handed out after videos were reviewed, and some big name athletes are now on the outside looking in. We had a scare at the French Throwdown this past weekend, but all is well thanks to a fast-acting medical team. The first tour stop for the World Fitness Project is in the books. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about what they liked, what they didn't, and what concerns they still have. Thi...
May 14, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 385
The virtual in-affiliate semifinals are done pending video review. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the top storylines from this past weekend's online event. Katrin Davidsdottir will soon be adding the title of "mother" to her list of accomplishments. The World Fitness Project is set to debut this weekend in the wake of their announcement that Adidas has signed on as their official footwear partner for the season. The crew talks about what they need to see from the new fitness league in order t...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 384
Individual competition is back on this weeked with the in-affilliate virtual semifinals. Sean and Tommy talk about why they think the programming is a home run. CrossFit introduces a new Head of Safety, but what took so long? Four more athletes are heading to the CrossFit Games thanks to the Wodland Fest, and Cole Sager officially retires. Will Moorad joins the show to talk about the first WFP Tour Stop taking place in Indianapolis next week. Moorad talks about he challenges he faced while progr...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 383
The team online semifinal workouts have been released and one movement is grabbing a lot of attention. For the first time we have running in an online qualfier for the CrossFit Games. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren discuss the decision and why they think it's a risky move. Plus, the World Fitness Project continues to add sponsors and partners, and four more athletes earn a spot at the 2025 CrossFit Games. Josh Hicks joins the show to talk about his new role as the Director of Medical and Safety for the...
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 382
Tia Toomey is planning on saying goodbye at the Torian Pro. But does that mean she's really done with CrossFit? Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about what might be ahead for the 7-time Fittest Woman on Earth and what legacy she leaves. The video reviews for the Age Group Semifinals are coming to a close. The crew talks about what they think went right, what went wrong, and what needs to be improved. This episode is presented by Kreatures of Habit. Go to kreaturesofhabit.com and use the code "TEF" to...
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 381
The first in-person Games qualifier is in the books, and the crew at CrossFit Mayhem set the bar pretty high. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren take a look back at a fun weekend in Cookeville, and tell the other events the lessons they should learn from Rich Froning and company. Speaking of qualifiers, the Age Group Online Semifinals are officially done and the review process has begun. Five-time Masters Champion Jason Grubb joins Lauren and Tommy to talk about his concerns with the review process, what t...
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 380
Live competition is here! The first in-person semifinal is set to kickoff this weekend in Cookeville, Tennessee. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren preview the Mayhem Classic and tell you who they think might have the inside track in the battle the first two tickets to the CrossFit Games. Speaking of tickets, they're on sale for the Games in Albany. Are slow sales a sign of things to come for the sport in general or just an isolated problem? Age group athletes take on their in-affiliate semifinals this wee...
Apr 04, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 379
The greatest CrossFit athlete of all time is taking on a new challenge. Tia Toomey is turning her attention to HYROX. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss the move and tell you why they think she deserves to be considered one of the greatest female athletes of all time. Emma Lawson is hoping some Brute force will get her to the next level. The World Fitness Project's inaugural season is officially underway, you're gonna need more judges for the in affiliate semifinals, and live competition is right ar...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 378
The 2025 CrossFit Open is officially closed. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about what they liked these past three weeks and take a look ahead as we move to the semifinals. The World Fitness Project continues to release details about their inaugural season and have a way in which they're looking to partner with gyms. A former Olympian is interested in purchasing CrossFit. The crew discusses what Shawn Johnson could potentially bring to the table that would help grow the methodology and the sport. A...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 377
Colten Mertens and Mirjam Von Rohr are owning the 2025 CrossFit Games Open. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about their performances, why they love the live announcements, and what stands out on the leaderboard after two weeks. The CrossFit Games and the World Fitness Project run into a copyright issue. Plus, two men who will be running in-person semifinals, Wilson Pak and Jeremy Thiel, sit down with Lauren to talk about the challenges of running and event within a competitive season, how they prepa...
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 376
The first week of the Open is in the books. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren recap 25.1, take a look ahead at 25.2, and try and decipher Dave's latest hint. Max El-Hag from Training Think Tank joins the show to talk about why he took a break from social media, how he tries to find the middle ground in a polarized community, and how he's trying to facilitate civil discussions on controversial topics. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on their rest and recovery colla...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 375
The 2025 Open is here. Tommy and Lauren take a look a registration numbers heading into 25.1, update the list of athletes who are in, and the ones who are sitting out. The CrossFit Athlete Council has put out a statement, and it's managed to cause some confusion. Ben Bergeron is ending his gym's affiliation with CrossFit. He sits down with Tommy and Lauren to talk about why he made the decision, why it's the right one for his gym, and what the future holds for his business. This episode is prese...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 374
Two more athletes are sitting out the CrossFit Games season, and a long time affiliate is going out on it's own. Open registration continues to lag behind last year, but is a surge coming? Is a career change in the works for Tia Toomey? Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss her recent pivot towards HYROX. Plus, there's a lot of talk about an upcoming sale of CrossFit. The crew talks about what they know, and what still needs to be determined. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TE...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 373
Last week it was Annie Thorisdottir. This week it's Chandler Smith. Another top athlete takes a pass on the Open and the CrossFit Games season. Speaking of the Open, we have details on the live announcements for the first two workouts and The World Fitness Project continues to release details on their season with the release of a movements list. Plus, Sean, Tommy, and Lauren give their thoughts on whether or not the World Fitness Project and CrossFit Games can coexist in the long run. This episo...
Feb 14, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 372
Iceland Annie is sitting out the Open. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren discuss the Queen of CrossFit's decision to not sign up for the first time in her career. The rosters have been finalized for the inaugural season of the World Fitness Project. Can the new league rekindle interest in the sport? James Sprague talks with Tommy and Lauren about winning the CrossFit Games last year, what is motivating him this season, and what is ahead for him in 2025. Plus, Tommy does his civic duty at his local Costco....
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 371
The first major competition of the season has come and gone as TYR Wodapalooza wrapped up this past weekend in Miami. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the experience at the new venue, the broadcast, and the top stories from four days of competition. The World Fitness Project continues to put together an impressive roster of athletes for their first season. Find out the latest athletes who are signing on with the new league. Dave Castro dropped some news about the 2025 Open, and it looks like we...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 370
Registration for the 2025 CrossFit Open has been going on for about a week, and the numbers are down from last year. Sean and Tommy talk about where their Concern-O-Meters are at this point in time. We've wondered when a Last Chance Qualifier would make a return and it looks like the answer is this year. The guys talk about the leak of some news about the Games season. Wodapalooza Miami takes center stage this weekend in Florida. Sean and Tommy preview the individual divisions, give you their po...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 369
The Games are heading to New York. Albany is the official home of the 2025 CrossFit Games. Lauren gives us a local's view of the capital of the Empire State. We have an updated rulebook for this year's season. Sean, Tommy and Lauren take a look at how Open registration affects prize money and how much each stage could pay with an assist from our friends at The Morning Chalk Up. We have dates and locations for the three World Fitness Project events, and Open registration is live! Plus, the crew h...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 368
The 2025 CrossFit Games is drawing near and there is still quite a bit of confusion about how it is going to unfold. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren try and shed some light on the schedule, qualifying process, and the differences between the in-person qualifying events with a little help from the good folks over at The Morning Chalk Up. Plus, the World Fitness Project continues to add some impressive names to their roster of athletes, we have a location and dates for the Masters and Teens CrossFit Games...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 6 min
With a new year upon us, it's time to take a look back at 2024. Sean, Tommy and Lauren review the year that was in the CrossFit world. They talk about the highlights, the lowlights, the memorable moments, and the lasting impact of the tragic death of Lazar Djukic at the CrossFit Games. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% and improve your sleep and recovery.
Jan 03, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 366
Will Moorad and Jackson Terry are two of the main personalities behind the new World Fitness Project. They sit down with Tommy and Lauren to talk about how the idea for a competitive functional fitness season came about, what they have planned for their first year and beyond, and why they think they can succeed where others have failed. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on your order and improve your sleep and recovery. This episode is sponsored by Kreatur...
Dec 26, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 365
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. This episode is presented by Kreatures of Habit. Head to kreaturesofhabit.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their hi...
Dec 19, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 364
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. This episode is presented by Kreatures of Habit. Head to kreaturesofhabit.com and use the code "T...
Dec 12, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 363
