Talking Elite Fitness

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. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Use the code "TEF" and the link below to save 20% and improve your sleep and recovery. https://thirdzy.com/TEF?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=tef

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. Our contestants include James Hobart, Tim Paulson and Ellia Miller. 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=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=death_by

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. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Use the link below and the code "TEF" to save 20% and improve your sleep and recovery. https://thirdzy.com/TEF?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=tef

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. 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=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=death_by

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. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Use the code "TEF" and the link below to save 20% and improve your sleep and recovery. https://thirdzy.com/TEF?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=tef

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. This episode is presented by Vuori. Head to vuoriclothing.com/TEF and automatically save 20% on your order. This episdoe is sponsored by Thirdzy. Use the link below and the code "TEF" to save 20% and improve your sleep and recovery. https://thirdzy.com/TEF?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=tef 

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. Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Matt O'Keefe and Justin Cotler. 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=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=death_by

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. This episode is presented by Garmin. Head to garmin.com to shop their selection of smart watches including the Epix Pro model. This episode is sponsorted by Thirdzy. Use the code "TEF" and the link below to save 20% and improve your sleep and recovery. https://thirdzy.com/TEF?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=tef

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. Our contestants include Tommy Marquez, Tim Paulson, and Ellia Miller. 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=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=death_by

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. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Use the link below and the code "TEF" to save 20% and improve your sleep and recovery. https://thirdzy.com/TEF?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=tef

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. Get your Garmin today using the link below: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/894067/pn/010-02803-10

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.