x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Talking Elite Fitness

Tommy Marquez & Sean Woodland

CrossFit Games Analysts Sean Woodland and Tommy Marquez and Lauren Kalil, bring you all the latest information, updates, and analysis on the sport of fitness, and the CrossFit community.

health & fitness fitness

All Episodes

57:51

The GOAT goes for 8 and What to Make of the Turnover...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/06/26

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"

en

01:06:02

Tia Taps, Last Chance Qualifier, and Bill's Due

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/06/20

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

en

01:16:12

NorCal Chaos, A Near Miss for Alex Gazan, and Tia...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/06/13

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

en

01:38:54

Super Semis Weekend Review and a Conversation with...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/06/06

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

en

57:06

Super Semis Weekend

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/05/30

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

en

01:19:22

Games Event 1 Announced, Ticket Trouble, and A...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/05/22

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

en

01:16:01

Semifinal Score Adjustments, A French Scare, and WFP...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/05/14

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

en

01:15:32

Semifinals are Semi Done, An Adidas Deal, and the WFP...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/05/08

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

en

01:33:22

Indies are up, Safety First, and Will Moorad talks...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/05/02

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

en

01:12:56

There's Running!? and Hicks Helps the WFP

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/04/24

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

en

01:31:17

Goodbye to the GOAT, and Upon Further Review...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/04/18

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

en

01:33:22

A Classic at Mayhem, and Jason Grubb Has Some Issues

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/04/11

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 the

en

57:28

Unleash the Mayhem, Good Seats Available, and Age...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/04/04

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 weekend

en

01:09:36

Tia Takes on HYROX, Emma is a Brute, and Semifinals...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/03/27

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 around

en

01:37:57

Open is Closed, Golden Girl wants CrossFit, and All...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/03/20

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. And

en

01:12:24

25.2 Review, Copyright Drama, and Wilson Pak and...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/03/12

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 prepare

en

01:29:07

A Conversation with Max El-Hag, Reviewing 25.1, and...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/03/06

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 collagen

en

01:14:17

A Conversation with Ben Bergeron, The Open is Here,...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/02/27

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 presented

en

01:00:42

Pat and Jelle are Out, Is Tia taking up HYROX, and...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/02/20

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/TEF

en

01:10:37

Chandler Checks Out, Open Announcement Details, and...

Talking Elite Fitness ·

2025/02/14

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 episode

en

223 results

Similar Podcasts

Доктор Тройняшкин

Доктор Тройняшкин

The Dry Eye Treatment PODCAST

Dry Eye Treatment

Différent et alors ?

PATRICK SULAY

Kyle Kingsbury Podcast

Kyle Kingsbury

The Real Weight Loss Coach

Matty Lansdown