'Tis the Season (For Changes), Caroline Lambray, and Do We Even Need the Games Anymore?
Talking Elite Fitness
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?" This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF this Black Friday and save a total of 45% off your purchase and improve...
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The Investigation is Over. Now What?
Talking Elite Fitness
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. This episode is presented by Kreatures of Habit. Head to kreaturesofhabit.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on overnight oats with 30g of protein in each serving and build healthy habits. This episdoe is sponsored by Thirdzy. Go to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen and improve your sleep...
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Tommy is a Dad, Tia Says Hello to HYROX, and a Rogue Recap
Talking Elite Fitness
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. This episode is presented by Box Basics. Head to shopboxbasics.com to shop the biggest selection of fitness gear. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Go...
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The Professor Calls it a Career and Buy or Sell: Rogue Invitational Edition
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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." This episode is presented by Box Basics. Head to shopboxbasics.com and use the code "scotland" to save 20% from now until November 15th. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Go to...
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A New Project, The Super Team That Wasn't, and a Conversation with Mitch Hooper
Talking Elite Fitness
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. This...
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An Online Season, More Rogue Reveals, and CrossFit Jobs
Talking Elite Fitness
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. This episode is presented by...
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Dubai Drama, Roman's Hip and a Conversation with Sam Belliveau
Talking Elite Fitness
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...
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What's up with the Investigation, Roman Rests and Campbell's Comeback
Talking Elite Fitness
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. This episode is presented by Vuori. Head to vuori.com/TEF to save 20% on your order and treat yourself to a new perspective on...
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Why we Can't Wait for Rogue and Mitch Bragg from the PFAA
Talking Elite Fitness
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. https://thirdzy.com/TEF?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=tef
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Recapping TYR Wodapalooza SoCal and a Conversation with Tom Miazga
Talking Elite Fitness
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...
info_outlineThe 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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