Six-time CrossFit Games athlete Amanda Barnhart joins Sean, Tommy and Lauren to talk about the decision she and her husband made to become foster parents right before the Games, how it affected her performance in Madison, what she is learning from the experience and what she hopes to accomplish in 2024.   This episode is presented by Strongest, the only app with personalized pacing guidance that reverse engineers a timeline to guarantee that you achieve a specific goal in service to your training plans. Head to strongest.app to download it for free!

A Conversation with Amanda Barnhart

The Mayor of Australian CrossFit, Jeremy Austin, joins Sean and Tommy to preview this weekend's Down Under Championship. Plus, Tommy advocates for astrology in our latest round of PRs and No Reps.

Down Under Championship Preview with Jeremy Austin

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the recent news of Morning Chalk Up being purchased by Barbend and Pillar4, the 2024 World Wide Ranking System and the concept of having a Triple Crown. Our contestants include Matt O'Keefe, Justin Cotler and Chase Ingraham. Get your hands on Born Primitives Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals! Save 30% sitewide and up to 70% off clearance items! * US: https://bornprimitive.com (International customers can shop from the US site and duties will be calculated and paid for at checkout) * EU: https://bornprimitive.eu/ * CA: https://bornprimitive.ca/ * AU: https://bornprimitive.com.au/ * SA: https://bornprimitiveafrica.co.za/

Death By Episode 26 - Future of Morning Chalk Up Under New Ownership?

Four-time Fittest Man on Earth Rich Froning joins Sean and Tommy to talk about his fondest memories from his competitive career, how he works with the athletes at CrossFit Mayhem, his love for western-style hunting, how he's keeping himself fit and what it's like to be a Detroit Lions fan in the midst of their best season in 60 years. This episode is presented by Airwaav. Head to airwaav.com and use the code TEF15 to save 15% on your order.

A Conversation with Rich Froning

Brent Fikowski and Dylan Malitsky join the show to talk about the partnership between the PFAA and Wodapalooza. Sean, Tommy and Lauren give their thoughts on Dave Castro teasing an offseason Triple Crown. Plus, The Morning Chalk Up has new owners. Tommy and Lauren talk about their time working there and what they hope comes out of the sale. This episode is presented by Momentous. Head to livemomentous.com to save 25% off all products during Black Friday.

PFAA + WZA, Triple Crown Talk and New Owners at the MCU

Programatrons...Assemble! Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler join Sean and Tommy to take a crack at programming the 2024 Open and Semifinals using nothing but repeat workouts. This episode is sponsored by Born Primitive. Use the following links to become a VIP and get early access to Black Friday deals. US: https://bornprimitive.com/pages/black-friday-vip-2023 EU: https://bornprimitive.eu/pages/black-friday-vip-2023 CA: https://bornprimitive.ca/pages/black-friday-vip-2023

Let's Program the Open and Quarterfinals with Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the to the 2024 CrossFit Games season. Our panel include James Hobart, Niki Brazier, Tim Paulson, and Ellia Miller. This episode is presented by Strongest. Make sure to download the Strongest app for free if you want to maximize your training! Head to https://strongest.com/train/

Death By Episode 25 - Should Every Semifinal Have the Same Number of Qualifying Spots?

Former CrossFit Games athlete and current two-time Tactical Games National Champion Jacob Heppner joins the show to talk about the fastest growing shooting sport in the United States, how he got involved, the similarities to CrossFit and what it takes to be successful in competition. This episode is presented by Strongest. Head to strongest.app to download the app for free. Strongest is the only app with personalized pacing guidance that reverse engineers a timeline to guarantee that you achieve a specific goal in service to your training plans.

Tactically Speaking with Jacob Heppner

Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss the changes to the 2024 season that CrossFit announced earlier this week.  They talk about what's good, what's potentially bad and what questions are still unanswered. This episode is presented by Thirdzy.  Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on your order and fuel your sleep.

Big Changes for the 2024 Season

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the CrossFit Open staying to a format of 3 weeks, Jay DeCoons as the new VP of Affiliates and how CrossFit can become more lucrative. Our contestants are Chase Ingraham, Justin Cotler, and Jared Graybeal. Make sure to download the Strongest app for free if you want to maximize your training! Click the link below for more info: https://strongest.com/train/ 

Death By Episode 24 - Jay DeCoons as the New VP of Affiliates. Good Move for CrossFit?

Two-time Fittest Man on Earth Justin Medeiros joins Sean, Tommy and Lauren to talk about his offseason so far, revisit his performance at the CrossFit Games and discuss the lessons he learned from 2023 and how he plans on using them to regain his title next year. This episode is presented by Momentous. Go to livemomentous.com and use the code "ELITE" to save 15% off your order.

A Conversation with Justin Medeiros

WheelWOD's Director of Games and Sport Kevin Ogar joins the show to discuss the 2024 adaptive season.  He talks about how to grow those specific divisions, what the season might look like, how to get more adaptive athletes into CrossFit gyms and what excites him the most about the opportunity to take over the adaptive Games season.

Adaptive Games Discussion with Kevin Ogar of WheelWOD

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil and the contestants discuss the Rogue Invitational and answer questions surrounding programming and athlete performances. BONUS ROUND -- With Dave Castro recently confirming the 2024 CrossFit Open will remain 3 weeks instead of 5, the contestants play an additional round where they discuss the Open format. Our contestants include two-time affiliate cup champion and Seminar Staff Head trainer James Hobart, CrossFit Games reporter Niki Brazier, and Crossfit Games athlete Tim Paulson.

Death By Episode 23 - Can The Duel and Max Deadlift Be Done in a Quicker Format?

Sean, Tommy and Lauren take a look back at the 2023 Rogue Invitational and talk about who had the best weekend, who was the biggest surprise and who managed to gain the most momentum heading into 2024. Plus, Tommy's travel troubles continue.

Recapping the Rogue Invitational

The 2023 Rogue Invitational is a WRAP! It was rainy and cold, but the competition was HOT! Lauren and Tommy recap the final day and the podium performances that should get the community hyped for the upcoming season. 

Epic Finishes & Clutch Performances, Rogue Invitational Sunday Recap

It may be midnight, we may have just spent 13+ hours at the venue, and we may have had a few surprise yawn attacks, but we're back again after a marathon Saturday to recap the ins and outs of the third day of the Rogue Invitational. 

Rogue Invitational Saturday Recap

After an eventful Friday in Austin, Lauren and Tommy sit down to revisit all of the action that took place in the individual and strongman competitions. 

Rogue Invitational Friday Recap

On this episode of Death By, Lauren Kalil dives into all the news items pertaining to the Rogue Invitational! Our panel of contestants includes the chief executive officer over at HWPO, Matt O’Keefe, affiliate owner and CrossFit analyst Chase Ingraham with Get with the Programming and CrossFit Games athlete Tim Paulson.

Death By Episode 22: Rogue Leaderboard Updates, Premium Viewing Options, & Podium Picks

The Rogue Invitational is officially upon us! Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the premium coverage Rogue is offering and why it's a huge win for the sport. Plus, Chase Ingraham stops by for a "Buy or Sell" preview of the individual competition.

Getting Ready for Rogue with Chase Ingraham

Head Coach of HWPO Strong Rob Kearney joins the show to help us get ready for the Strongman competition at the 2023 Rogue Inviatational. Rob also updates us on the latest happenings at HWPO as they work their way through the offseason and gives his thoughts on the things CrossFit can take from Strongman when it comes to building the sport's popluarity.  

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