Talking Elite Fitness

Tommy Marquez & Sean Woodland
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Talking Elite Fitness

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.

  1. 6D AGO

    Open is Closed, Golden Girl wants CrossFit, and All Business with Chris Cooper

    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 finally, Chris Cooper from Two Brain Business talks with Sean about the impending sale of CrossFit, why someone might be interested in purchasing the brand, what are the key events over the last ten years that led us to this point, and what he thinks new owners need to do on day one. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery collagen and improve your sleep and overnight recovery.

    1h 38m

  2. MAR 12

    25.2 Review, Copyright Drama, and Wilson Pak and Jeremy Thiel talk Semifinals

    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 to overcome them, and why this is a great opportunity for them to continue to grow their events. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery collagen to improve you sleep and recovery.

    1h 12m

  3. MAR 6

    A Conversation with Max El-Hag, Reviewing 25.1, and Tia's Extra Effort

    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 and improve your overall sleep.

    1h 29m

  4. FEB 27

    A Conversation with Ben Bergeron, The Open is Here, and the CAC Speaks

    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 by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF and save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen.

    1h 14m

  5. FEB 20

    Pat and Jelle are Out, Is Tia taking up HYROX, and What we Know about the Sale of CrossFit

    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 and save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen.

    1h 1m

  6. FEB 14

    Chandler Checks Out, Open Announcement Details, and can the WFP and the Games Coexist

    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 is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/TEF to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen.

    1h 11m

  7. FEB 7

    Annie's Out, WFP Rosters, and Special Guest James Sprague

    Iceland Annie is sitting out the Open. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren discuss the Queen of CrossFit's decision to not sign up for the first time in her career. The rosters have been finalized for the inaugural season of the World Fitness Project. Can the new league rekindle interest in the sport? James Sprague talks with Tommy and Lauren about winning the CrossFit Games last year, what is motivating him this season, and what is ahead for him in 2025. Plus, Tommy does his civic duty at his local Costco. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com/tef and save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen and improve your sleep and recovery.

    1h 26m

  8. JAN 31

    Wodapalooza Review and Dave's Not Here, Man!

    The first major competition of the season has come and gone as TYR Wodapalooza wrapped up this past weekend in Miami. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the experience at the new venue, the broadcast, and the top stories from four days of competition. The World Fitness Project continues to put together an impressive roster of athletes for their first season. Find out the latest athletes who are signing on with the new league. Dave Castro dropped some news about the 2025 Open, and it looks like we will be seeing a lot less of him this time around. This episode is presented by Reebok. Check out the new Nano X5, the most comfortable, breathable and stable Nano yet! This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Go to thirdzy.com/TEF and instantly save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen.

    1h 1m
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    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.

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    • Creator
      Tommy Marquez & Sean Woodland
    • Years Active
      2019 - 2025
    • Episodes
      101
    • Rating
      Explicit
    • Show Website
      Talking Elite Fitness

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