New Year, Same Owners and WFP Saves Its Best for Last

A new year is upon us, but we are still waiting for a resolution on a sale of CrossFit. Is this ever going to happen? Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the strange saga of Wade Diebner's ill-fated attempt to purchase the brand and where things might stand now. Plus, the World Fitness Project saved their best for last as they wrapped up their inaugural season in Copenhagen. Tommy gives us the first-hand view of how things went down, what the athletes thought about the three tour stops and what is in store for 2026. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code TEF to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve the way you sleep and recover.  

The new rulebook is here! CrossFit has released their rules and regulations for the 2026 Games season and there are some notable changes from this past year. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss what they like and what they don't as we head into next season. Rich Froning and Jason Khalipa are combining forces for the good of affiliates. And rumors continue to swirl regarding the sale of CrossFit. Sean tells us what he knows about the latest on an ownership change.  This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to Thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve how you sleep and recover.

CrossFit is bringing the family back together! Masters, teenagers and adaptive athletes will all be competing in San Jose, California next year at the 2026 CrossFit Games. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss the move, what they love about it and what still needs to be figured out to make sure everyone has as good a time as possible. Plus, Sean has a scheduling idea for the WFP and Gym Reapers makes an acquisition. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen to improve how you sleep and recover.  

The 2026 Games season will be upon us before we know it, and there are a few key changes being made. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about what they like and don't like about the adjusments to competition next year. Speaking of changes, things continue to shift with the 2025 WFP Finals in Copenhagen. Tommy gets us caught up on what has happened so far and what it means for the competition. Finally, rumors continue to swirl around an impending sale of CrossFit. Sean recaps the conversation he had with individuals from two organizations that are interested in buying the brand. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Check out their Black Friday sale starting Friday, November 28 and running through December 2nd. Use the code "TEF" to get free shipping while enjoying up to 50% off savings site wide. This episode is sponsored by Reebok. Head to Reebok.com on December 5th to buy the new Nano X5 Edge Training Shoes.

Is CrossFit closer to getting sold? Rumors continue to swirl around the community after an interview by Hybrid Fitness Media and a mysterious Reddit post. Sean and Tommy talk about the latest news surrounding a potential sale, what they think is legitimate and what they think doesn't necessarily add up. Tia Toomey is expecting her second child next year and things could really interesting on the women's side of the competition as a result. Plus, despite lineup changes for the WFP finals in Copenhagen, there is still plenty on the line in the final event of the inaugural season. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen. And starting Friday, November 28th through Tuesday, December 2nd, our "TEF" code will get you free shipping along with sitewide savings of up to 50%.

The 2025 Rogue Invitational is officially behind us. Jeff Adler takes home his second Invitational championship while Laura Horvath earns her third title. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the weekend with their reviews of the entire event and their top takeaways from both the men's and women's divisions. Plus, the winner of the first ever Rogue Invitational fantasy fitness competition is revealed. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve the way you sleep and recover.  

Nearly all of the 2026 CrossFit Games season has been announced after the dates and locations of the Semifinal qualifying events were announced along with a NEW twist of Masters athletes getting to compete in-person. Sean's in Scotland for the Rogue Invitational, and Tommy and Lauren breakdown the workouts that have been announced so far and give their best guess at some of the twists and elements that have yet to be revealed.  This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve how you sleep and recover

The CrossFit Games are returing to the West Coast for the first time in 10 years. The Fittest on Earth will be crowned in San José, California in 2026. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the announcement, why they think it's a great move, what else might be in store for the event and what fans will need to keep in mind when visiting the Heart of the Silicon Valley. Plus, the Rogue Invitational gets going in a week and one of the top stars in the men's division is on the shelf. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve how you sleep and recover.  

It's time to draft teams for the 2025 Rogue Invitational. Sean, Tommy and Lauren pick a team of 8 individual athletes for some fantasy fitness. See who you think has the best collection of 4 men and 4 women, and have a say in what the "punishment" for the losers will be. Plus, the 2026 Open is heading overseas and a famous Dottir has a daughter. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 25% on their new Salted Chocolate Caramel flavored Rest and Recovery from now until Friday, October 17 at noon EST.

Uncle Pat is back. Fresh off leading Team North America to their second-straight TYR Cup Championship, Pat Vellner sits down with Tommy and Lauren to talk about his experience in Southern California, how he's managing the competitive season and how he's dealing with the fact that the end of his competitive career is quickly approaching. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve your sleep and recovery.