Talking Elite Fitness

What we think is going to happen and what actually happens is often extremely different. Such is the case with the 2025 CrossFit Games. Sean, Tommy and Lauren take a look back at their predictions leading into this year's competition. They were right on some, wrong on many, and downright awful on a few. Plus, CrossFit has a new ad campaign. Find out why the crew thinks it's a home run. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen. This episode is sponsored by Balance of Nature. Go to balanceofnature.com and use the code "TEF" to save 35% and receive a free tub of their Fiber and Spice supplement.

The Fittest on Earth have been crowned. The 20245 CrossFit Games are history, so where do we go from here? Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the weekend in Albany and tell us how they think CrossFit can build on this momentum. Plus, hear from Jonne Koski, Lucy Campbell, Ty Jenkins and Olivia Kerstetter. This episode is presented by Balance of Nature. Head to balanceofnature.com and use the code "TEF" to save 35% and receive a free tub of their Fiber and Spice Supplement.

It's time to turn our attention to the men's side of the field at the 2025 CrossFit Games. Two-time Games athlete Bayley Martin joins the show for another edition of "Buy or Sell." Will we have a first-time champion? Will North America dominate the podium? Who will win the battle of frenemies between Dallin Pepper and Jayson Hopper? Sean, Tommy, Lauren and Bayley give their thoughts on those questions and more as we are ready to crown the Fittest on Earth in New York. This episode is sponsored by Balance of Nature. Head to balanceofnature.com and use the code "TEF" to save 35% and get a free tub of their Fiber and Spice Supplement.

Three-time CrossFit Games athlete Alex Gazan joins the show for a CrossFit Games edition of "Buy or Sell." Alex helps Sean, Tommy and Lauren break down the women's field in Albany and even tries her hand as an odds maker. Will Tia Toomey have the championship locked up before the final day? Where will Danielle Brandon finish? What will the winning weight on the 1-rep back squat be? The crew dives into these questions and runs down the week's top headlines in the process. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen to get the most out of your sleep. This episode is sponsored by Balance of Nature. Go to balanceofnature.com and use the code "TEF" to save 35% on your first order and receive a free tub of their Fiber and Spice supplement.  

Two events that await the athletes in Albany have now been announced. Individual event 2 marks the official return of cross-over double unders. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss the event and why now is the perfect time to unveil it. The crew goes through the other main headlines of the week before giving their top 6 questions heading into the 2025 CrossFit Games. This episode is presented by Victory Grips. Go to victorygrips.com and use the code "TEF" to save 15% on their new rubber Conquer grips. This episode is sponsored by Balance of Nature. Head to balanceofnature.com and use the code "TEF" to get 35% off your first order and receive a free tub of their fiber and spice supplement.

The CrossFit Games field continues to change as we are three weeks away from the start of action in Albany, New York. Sean, Tommy and Lauren have the latest on a pair of athletes who will be sidelined for two very different reasons. Cole Sager takes some time to hand out advice to the younger Games athletes, and his message is one everyone needs to hear. Plus, CrossFit Games rookie Lydia Fish joins the show to talk about her path to Albany, choosing CrossFit over college and how she maintains balance as a young athlete. You'll want to stick around for the end of the interview as Tommy and Lauren give Lydia a well-earned surprise. This episode is presented by Balance of Nature. Head to balanceofnature.com and use the code "TEF" to save 35% on your first purchase of their Fruits and Veggies supplements as well as their Fiber and Spice supplement. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Go to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery collagen.

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 "TEF" to save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen. This episode is sponsored by Kreatures of Habit. Go to kreaturesofhabit.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Meal One overnight oats packed with 30 grams of protein per serving.

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 incredible race car driver. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code TEF to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery collagen.  

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 designed to keep you moving during your workout. This episdoe is sponsored by Thirdzy. Go to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen.

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 debut appearance at the CrossFit Games. Anikha talks with Tommy and Lauren about finally breaking through to the Games, her experience at the first World Fitness Project tour stop, how she's looking to improve from now until August, and her love for the sport of Pickleball. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen and improve how you sleep and recover.

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 the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Meal One overnight oats packed with 30g of protein per serving. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Go to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery collagen.

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, how she battled back from a shoulder injury, and how sleep might be overrated on a competition weekend. This episode is presented by Kreatures of Habit. Head to kreaturesofhabit.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Meal One overnight oats packed with 30 grams of protein per serving.

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. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen. Recover better while you sleep more soundly!

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 to call the kickoff a success. This episode is presented by Kreatures of Habit. Head to kreaturesofhabit.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Meal One prepakaged oats loaded with 30 grams of protein per serving. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Got to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen and improve how you sleep and recover each night.

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 programming, why he had to take the rest of the schedule into account when coming up with the events, and why he wanted a taste of his own medicine. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen to improve how you recharge while you sleep.