Day 3 Europe and Asia Recap

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.

There's a lot to go over after the second day of competition at the Syndicate Crown. Sean and Tommy take a closer look at the controversial no-calls and calls during the final heat of men's event 3 and set the table for Sunday for the individuals. We had some exciting moments in the team competition as the final qualifying spot in Knoxville comes down to the last event and one team's honesty nearly costs them a trip to Texas.

We are down to the final week of Semifinals. Sean, Tommy and Lauren take a look back at week number two before looking ahead to the Syndicate Crown. Justin Medeiros looked like his old self at the West Coast Classic while Abigail Domit stands atop the podium for the women. But most of the talk about what happened in Carson has to do more with who wasn't there than who was. The crew talks about the lack of attendance and what might help put more people in the seats in the future. One of the deepest women's fields is set to hit the floor this weekend at the Syndicate Crown while Jeff Adler looks to continue his quest for a second-straight Games championship. Sean, Tommy and Lauren go through the storylines they'll be watching this weekend in Knoxville. This episode is presented by Garmin. Head to garmin.com and shop their selection of smartwatches that give you advanced training metrics and recovery insights. 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

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss ways to increase attendance at live events, whether event wins should be worth more than 100 points, if Justin Medeiros is "back," and the biggest moments from this past Semifinals weekend. Our contestants include James Hobart, Tim Paulson, and Kenny Johnson. 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