Talking Elite Fitness
CrossFit Games Analysts Sean Woodland and Tommy Marquez bring you all the latest information, updates, and analysis on the sport of fitness, and the CrossFit community.
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Why we Can't Wait for Rogue and Mitch Bragg from the PFAA
10/03/2024
Why we Can't Wait for Rogue and Mitch Bragg from the PFAA
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
09/26/2024
Recapping TYR Wodapalooza SoCal and a Conversation with Tom Miazga
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 9th title. This episode is presented by Box Basics. Head to shopboxbasics.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on shoe brands like Nike, TYR, Reebok and Strike Movement. This episode is sponsored by Vuori. Go to vuori.com/TEF and save 20% on your first order and enjoy the most comfortable athleisure wear on the planet.
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Day 3 TYR WZA SoCal Recap
09/23/2024
Day 3 TYR WZA SoCal Recap
The first ever TYR Cup at Wodapalooza SoCal has officially wrapped up. After an exciting Sunday that included 4 scored events, Lauren and Tommy sit down to recap all the action that helped Team North America capture the win and saw Patrick Vellner become the first winner of the Lazar Djukic MVP award. This episode is presented by Box Basics. Head to shopboxbasics.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on your order.
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Day 2 TYR WZA SoCal Recap
09/22/2024
Day 2 TYR WZA SoCal Recap
The second day of competition at the TYR Cup at TYR Wodapalooza SoCal provided plenty of surprises as Team North America and Team World are all tied up after 7 events. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the biggest moments and top performances from an exciting night in Huntington Beach. This episode is presented by Box Basics. Head to shopboxbasics.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on your order.
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Day 1 TYR WZA SoCal Recap
09/21/2024
Day 1 TYR WZA SoCal Recap
The 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. This episode is presented by Box Basics. Head to shopboxbasics.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on your order.
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Live From WZA SoCal - TYR Cup Captains Chat
09/20/2024
Live From WZA SoCal - TYR Cup Captains Chat
Onsite in Huntington Beach, CA for the Inaugural Wodapalooza SoCal TYR Cup, Lauren Kalil & Tommy Marquez sit down with North America Captain Pat Vellner and World Captain Bjorgvin Karl Gudmundsson - two CrossFit Games legends - live at the Experience Stage to chat about their strategies for this new team format, get insight into how the teams are gelling together, and talk a little smack! This episode was brought to you by Box Basics, head to shopboxbasics.com and use the code TEF for 20% off everything in store!
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TYR WZA SoCal Friday Preview
09/19/2024
TYR WZA SoCal Friday Preview
We are set for another competition weekend. The TYR Cup takes center stage in Huntington Beach, California at TYR Wodapalooza SoCal. Sean, Tommy and Lauren preview Friday's events and tell us who they think will be taking the floor for each one from Team North America and Team World. Plus, they predict what the score will be after the opening day of competition. This episode is presented by Box Basics. Head to shopboxbasics.com and use the code "TEF" to 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
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Rogue Q Update, WZA SoCal Events and the Great Pumpkin Spice Debate
09/12/2024
Rogue Q Update, WZA SoCal Events and the Great Pumpkin Spice Debate
The Roque Q is in the books and some familiar names are looking to make their way to Aberdeen, Scotland for this year's invitational. Some of the events for TYR Wodapalooza SoCal have been released. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss why the competition in Huntington Beach next week could have a major impact on the sport moving forward. Joel Godett called all the action at the 2024 Teenage CrossFit Games. He joins Sean to recap the competition, tell us who stood out and what the fans and athletes thought about the experience. Plus, Sean, Tommy and Lauren make their cases as to when pumpkin spice products should hit the shelves. This episode is presented by Box Basics. Head to shopboxbasics.com and use the code "TEF" to 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
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A Conversation with Brent Fikowski and Pat Vellner
09/09/2024
A Conversation with Brent Fikowski and Pat Vellner
PFAA board members Brent Fikowski and Pat Vellner join Sean and Tommy to talk about the recent demands from the PFAA that were released following the conclusion of the CrossFit Games. They discuss why they feel Dave Castro needs to be removed from his position on the sport team, why they chose to release their demands prior to the conclusion of the investigation into Lazar Djukic's death and where they and the sport may go from here.
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Luka Responds
09/05/2024
Luka Responds
Luka Djukic is breaking his silence after the tragic death of his brother at the 2024 CrossFit Games. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the lengthy instagram post and how it could affect the discourse around Lazar Djukic's death. 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
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Masters CrossFit Games Recap
09/01/2024
Masters CrossFit Games Recap
We have crowned the fittest masters athletes on Earth after four action-packed days in Birmingham, Alabama. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about their favorite moments from the competition and why this was a huge win for the community and for the sport of fitness. This episode 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
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The PFAA Supplies Demands and Previewing the Masters Games with Bob Jennings and Joe Linton
08/22/2024
The PFAA Supplies Demands and Previewing the Masters Games with Bob Jennings and Joe Linton
The PFAA wants Dave Castro removed from his position with the sport team at CrossFit. That is just one of three demands the organization put out in response to the death of Lazar Djukic in the opening event of the 2024 CrossFit Games. Sean and Tommy go through the PFAA's statement and Brent Fikowski's article in Men's Health. The Masters CrossFit Games are set to kick off next week in Birmingham, Alabama. Sean talks with event organizers Bob Jennings and Joe Linton about safety protocols they have in place, what fans and athletes can expect on-site and their inspiration behind the ten events they've programmed for the competition. 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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Joshua Hicks - Former Medical Team Lead for the CrossFit Games
08/15/2024
Joshua Hicks - Former Medical Team Lead for the CrossFit Games
Joshua Hicks worked with the CrossFit Games medical team starting in 2015 and was the leader of the group in 2022. He has also served as the Director of Medical and Safety at Loud and Live events (Wodapalooza, West Coast Classic, Granite Games) and the Rogue Invitational, while overseeing medical, security, and venue control. Joshua talks with Sean, Tommy and Lauren about how Emergency Activation Plans (EAP) are contstructed for events, who is invovled in the decision making around them, what safety measures are cutomary for events held on the water and how he and his teams have handled medical emergencies in the past.
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Saturday Games Recap - The Struggle for Normalcy
08/11/2024
Saturday Games Recap - The Struggle for Normalcy
The CrossFit Games continued in Fort Worth, Texas and at times, things seemed like they might be getting back to normal. However, the shadow of Lazar Djukic's death on Thursday continues to loom over everything taking place at Dickie's Arena. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the different feelings they experienced on the competition floor, in the athlete warmup area and watching at home. If you'd like to support the Djukic family, you can use the link below to donate. https://www.gofundme.com/f/lazar-dukic-support-fund
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Friday Games Recap - The Games Go on as a Community Mourns
08/10/2024
Friday Games Recap - The Games Go on as a Community Mourns
The CrossFit community continues to grieve the loss of Lazar Djukic after his tragic death in opening event of the Games on Thursday. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the events of Friday in Fort Worth, talk about the atmosphere on site, the positive things they saw and how we might be able to eventually find a way to move forward.
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Last Minute Games Details, Testing Farrington Field and How to Pronounce "Taqueria"
08/07/2024
Last Minute Games Details, Testing Farrington Field and How to Pronounce "Taqueria"
It's CrossFit Christmas Eve! Tommy and Lauren are in Fort Worth as we are ready for the beginning of the 2024 CrossFit Games. Two more events have been announced and more details are being released on the events that we already knew. Plus, Tommy takes on the Farrington Field Mile, and Sean and Lauren get a lesson in proper pronunciation of common Spanish terms. This episode is presented by Garmin. Head to garmin.com to shop their line of smartwatches. 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
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Buy or Sell with Katrin Davidsdottir, More Games Announcements and Castro Goes Camping
08/01/2024
Buy or Sell with Katrin Davidsdottir, More Games Announcements and Castro Goes Camping
We are one week away from the 2024 CrossFit Games. Two-time Fittest Woman on Earth Katrin Davidsdottir joins the show to help preview the individual competition with another round of "Buy or Sell." Will any rookie finish inside the top 10? Will Alex Gazan be the top American woman? Can Pat Vellner actually get off to a good start? The crew tries to answer these questions and more. Plus, another Games event has been announced, but some of the key details are still a secret. It looks like we know how Chad will go down on Saturday at the Games and Dave Castro gets the community talking by floating the idea of a "top training camp award." This episode is presented by Box Basics. Head to shopboxbasics.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% from now until the CrossFit Games. This episode 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
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Death By Episode 60 - Who Will Have a Better Games Finish?
07/30/2024
Death By Episode 60 - Who Will Have a Better Games Finish?
On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether the top training camp award further separates the sport from affiliates or strengthens the sport as a whole, what the weight on the final barbell for the clean ladder should be and predictions of who will win the event, which athletes will finish higher in some head to head battles and their podium predictions at the CrossFit Games. Our contestants include Matt O'Keefe, Justin Cotler, and Caroline Lambray. 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
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Boz Talks Teams and Affiliate Cup Preview with Andrea Nisler
07/25/2024
Boz Talks Teams and Affiliate Cup Preview with Andrea Nisler
It's a jam-packed show this week! Competition Director Adrian Bozman joins Sean and Tommy as he puts the finishing touches on the team events for the 2024 CrossFit Games. Boz talks about how the decision was made for him to focus solely on teams this year, what the collaborative process is like between him and Dave Castro, what he thinks makes a good team event and the lessons he's learned about how to program for the Games. Two-time Affiliate Cup Champ Andrea Nisler then joins the show to help us preview the team competition at the 2024 CrossFit Games with another round of "Buy or Sell." This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Use the code "TEF" and the link below to save 20% and optimize 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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Death By Episode 59 - Do We Need Multiple Running Tests at the Games?
07/23/2024
Death By Episode 59 - Do We Need Multiple Running Tests at the Games?
On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether the Games should program multiple running tests, events that would gain viewership and if anyone can take down 6-time CrossFit Games champ Tia-Clair Toomey. 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
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Checking in with Justin Medeiros and New Movement Mystery
07/18/2024
Checking in with Justin Medeiros and New Movement Mystery
Justin Medeiros is trying to get himself back on top of the podium after finishing 13th at the CrossFit Games last year. He talks with Tommy Marquez about what he learned from last seasaon, how he gained momentum with his win at the North America West Semifinals and what he's doing to put the finishing touches on his preparations for Texas. Dave Castro is saying there will be a new movement at the CrossFit Games this year. Sean, Tommy and Lauren give their thoughts on what it could be and what it probably won't be. Plus, headlines from the last week including travel troubles for a Games qualifier out of Russia. This episode 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
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Death By Episode 58 - Who Would Win a Fight Matchup at the CrossFit Games?
07/16/2024
Death By Episode 58 - Who Would Win a Fight Matchup at the CrossFit Games?
On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss whether a strength test should be programmed before or after cuts, if testing open water events is necessary, and if the CrossFit Games were to program fight matchups, who they'd want to see and which athlete would win. Our contestants include Chase Ingraham, Caroline Lambray, and Marco Coppola. 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
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Vellner gets Vulnerable and Running and Swimming and Chad, Oh My!
07/11/2024
Vellner gets Vulnerable and Running and Swimming and Chad, Oh My!
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
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Death By Episode 57 - What Movements Need to be Tested Before Cuts at the CrossFit Games?
07/09/2024
Death By Episode 57 - What Movements Need to be Tested Before Cuts at the CrossFit Games?
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
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Dave is Back (Again) and All-American Podium Picks
07/03/2024
Dave is Back (Again) and All-American Podium Picks
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
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Death By Episode 56 - Is There a Better Way to Backfill After Drug Tests?
07/02/2024
Death By Episode 56 - Is There a Better Way to Backfill After Drug Tests?
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
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The Latest on Sean, Tommy's Big News, and Rating the Rookies
06/27/2024
The Latest on Sean, Tommy's Big News, and Rating the Rookies
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
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An Interesting App-lication, Aimee Cringle and the Women's Rookies
06/20/2024
An Interesting App-lication, Aimee Cringle and the Women's Rookies
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
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Death By Episode 55 - What is the Most Impactful Moment in the Growth of CrossFit?
06/18/2024
Death By Episode 55 - What is the Most Impactful Moment in the Growth of CrossFit?
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
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Revisiting Our Top 10 Questions for 2024 and an Eventful Chat with Wilson Pak
06/18/2024
Revisiting Our Top 10 Questions for 2024 and an Eventful Chat with Wilson Pak
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
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