Chalking Fitness
Weekly episodes with, about and for the UK-centric CrossFit® & functional fitness community IG: @chalkingfitness
Mon, July 18, 2022
#103 - Its Five Times for Friel
On the podcast this episode is Kelly Friel, who's season - after a painful start - now sees her returning to Madison in the 40-44 division for the fourth time. Actually the fifth time she has qualified in the same division - a feat not matched by any other age group athlete! We chat about her journey into CrossFit, as a methodology & a sport, taking to the Regionals floor in 2018 as 40 y/o Individual athlete before heading to Madison as Masters athlete for the first but far from the last...
Fri, July 01, 2022
#102 - TEC Tales w/ Carl Saville
Celebrating 10 years of The European Championships, we sit down with Carl Saville - taking a look back and look forward to one of the household names in UK competition. From humble beginnings in a sports hall to making the move to the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham - it was special to understand what makes Carl tick when it comes to events and the quest to return the UK scene to a colesium style venue. The 2022 TEC Live finals will by on August 16-21st, including Day 1 held off-site at Holm...
Fri, June 17, 2022
#101 - Me and Ste Fawcett
Prior to SemiFinals, I sat down to chat with Ste Fawcett of JST Compete & High Performance CrossFit. We discuss the changes in the sport since Ste's first trip to the Games in 2015 & how competitive programming can help to create structure, focus & reward outside of the changing landscape of the Games. With JST Compete in their new home of High Performance CrossFit, we chat the intent of that centre and what it means for his daily coaching & training experiences. Finally, as a...
Thu, June 09, 2022
SiD Special #3 - Motion Training
Wrapping up the SiD mini-series down in London at Motion Training - home of CrossFit Surbiton. Affiliate Co-owners Harrison & Grace not only went to the Games last year but finished 4th in the process. This season was looking different with no firm plans to compete but went new blood showed competitive potential, things evolved from there! Support the show
Tue, June 07, 2022
SiD Special #2 - CrossFit Witham
This week we're running a SiD mini series as we fast approach CrossFit Strength in Depth - a CrossFit Games SemiFinal taking place in London at the Excel. Now we head down the A1 and chat to the team from CrossFit Witham. Making it as far as Regionals/Semifinals was a long-standing goal for the affiliate - which they achieved last year & its awesome to see them repeating that achievement now we're back to live events. Speaking to the team its very apparent that whilst 4 take to the elit...
Mon, June 06, 2022
SiD Special #1 - Dauntless Fitness
This week we're running a SiD mini series as we fast approach CrossFit Strength in Depth - a CrossFit Games SemiFinal taking place in London at the Excel. Today we chat the team from Dauntless Fitness (CrossFit Blaydon) who are making the trip down from the North-east. We chat about final preparations including worm rigidity of all things! Stay tuned for short chats with more UK teams this week. Support the show
Fri, June 03, 2022
#100 - Ready, Set, SiD w/ Sam Briggs
What better way to mark the Episode 100 of the podcast than to welcome Sam Briggs! With over a decade a the pinnacle of the sport, Sam is in her last year as an individual and is soon to be heading to CrossFit Strength in Depth to try and secure another trip to Madison. We take time to reflect on the evolution of the sport over the last 10 years but also focus on this season, spending time training here in the UK and get excited to take to the floor with a ticket to the Games on the line on...
Fri, May 27, 2022
#99 - Affiliates Assemble: Trainer Development and the Level 3
Back with another episode from the CrossFit UK & Eire Affiliate Gathering. This time sitting down with Shortz of Flow State & Gavin Hesleton of CrossFit Glasgow. With only 1% of trainers obtaining the credential, we chat about the intent of the Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer and how it helps to further develop a trainers knowledge. Beyond this we also discuss the importance of continual development through a trainers journey, from giving & receiving feedback to how thing...
Fri, May 20, 2022
#98 - Goin' t' Wigan with Georgia Radley
Following a trip to the Games in 2021, Georgia Radley made the move to JST Compete. But more than that, she made the move to Wigan and a focus on training full-time. We chat about her journey with CrossFit, the journey to Madison and some of the frustrations with competitive CrossFit when you're giving your all day-in-day out. Be sure to follow Chalking Fitness on Instagram & sign up for the Chalking Fitness Newsletter for more podcast insights & UK centric competition news & art...
Fri, May 13, 2022
#97 - Affiliates Assemble: New Affiliate Owners
Recording on-location at the CrossFit® UK & Eire Affiliate Gathering, we're talking with affiliate opening & ownership with some of the newest affiliate owners in the UK & Ireland. Roice Gummer, of CrossFit Thurrock, along with David Marks & Rebekah Thompson of Avenge CrossFit, Northern Ireland, share their experiences of opening during the last couple of years. From finding a premises to welcoming new members, there's plenty to cover! Chalking Fitness is sponsored by B...
Fri, May 06, 2022
#96 - ShireFit SemiFinalists
This week we're chatting with Tara Watkins & Max Camozzi of Team ShireFit. Along with team mates Hannah Morton & Jack Turner the team are heading to the CrossFit Lowlands Throwdown in just a couple of weeks time. As well as chatting about how their fitness journeys brought them both to ShireFit West Yorkshire we talk about the dynamic of team training and making the commitment to each other to make team the focus. Be sure to follow Chalking Fitness on Instagram & sign up for the...
Fri, April 29, 2022
#95 - Team Talk w/ Josh Al-chamaa
Josh Al-chamaa is no stranger to the competition floor, with multiple Regional & Sanctionals appearances as an individual plus a Games invite from Wodapalooza in 2020. We reflect on the 2021 season, which went from an uncertain start to the Last Chance Qualifier & Fittest in the UK! On to 2022, Josh shares how it is to be doubling down in San Diego with Team Invictus with sights firmly set on Madison. Josh's is known for his energy & this is apparent as we chat about the excitem...
Fri, April 22, 2022
#94 - Diggin' The Defiant Co
Joining us on the podcast this week is Ste Beckett - co-owner of The Defiant Co. More than just an apparel company, we chat about the motivation to not own set up The Defiant Co but also nurture a community around it that includes an impressive ambassador team as well. If this wasn't enough, and reflecting that larger community target, after two postponements in the last 2 years, we'll see The Defiant Games taking place at the Institute of Sport in Sheffield on May 14th. On behalf of the org...
Fri, April 15, 2022
#93 - Business Basics with Team Up
We're joined on the podcast this week by Tim Green of Team Up and take a membership journey - from first inquiry through to an established & engaged member that is an essential part of the community in any facility. We talk about the importance of a virtual store front to attract new members, tracking attendance, navigating membership pricing and how software can offer automation to enable coaches & business owners to focus on the human interactions that matter most. Head to goteamup...
Fri, April 08, 2022
#92 - Waffles and Weightlifting with Eleiko UK
This week I'm joined by Polly, Madi & Sarah - three of the team at Eleiko UK. As women in sport - both professionally & personally - we talk about their individual journeys with sport & how they coalesced to all be working for a world leader in strength equipment. We chat about the importance of role models, facilitating participation as well as performance and some of the exciting partnerships Eleiko have with the likes of BeaverFit & here in the UK, JST Compete. Finally, ...
Tue, March 29, 2022
#91 - Lorna Heyes on CrossFit Livin
Lorna Heyes opened CrossFit West Dublin back in 2011 when there were only a handful of CrossFit affiliates in Ireland. In 2021, she made the tough decision to sell her 10 year affiliate and move north to Ballycarry on the Antrim Coast, Northern Ireland. However, this was never going to the end of affiliate ownership for her & she has since opened CrossFit Livin - right next to where she now lives. A decade of coaching & affiliate ownership have allowed her identify what she enjoys - ...
Fri, March 25, 2022
#90 - Emily Hart on CrossFit 13
With lockdowns halting Emily's ability to earn & a desire to retain her independence, she decided to realise the dream and took the opportunity to become owner of CrossFit 13 2021. We reflect on the last 11 months of ownership and the lessons learnt in that time. We also chat about female role models in CrossFit, at the affiliate level and across the UK, and how this can help individuals to identify and strive for healthy, realistic goals. This series of episodes is sponsored by Eleiko....
Tue, March 22, 2022
#89 - Katie Ward on CrossFit Nottingham
When CrossFit Nottingham opened in 2011 there were less than 40 affiliates in the UK. Whilst the CrossFit methodology hasn't changes, in that time Katie & the coaching team certainly have adapted to ensure their affiliate remains successful. We also chat about Katie's own journey into CrossFit, both as a competitive athlete & coach. Here the demands have also changed over time as Katie reflects on adjusting training when becoming pregnant and juggling parenthood with being a passiona...
Fri, March 18, 2022
#88 - Sarah MacDonald on CrossFit Haddington
As Div 1 softball player & scholar at Georgia Tech. Sarah MacDonald was no stranger to an athletic lifestyle and pursuing her goals. When family brought her to Scotland CrossFit certainly rekindled that fire & ultimately led her to opening her own affiliate, CrossFit Haddington. We chat about her own journey with coaching and supporting others with a coaching development pathway before rounding out talking about plans for the future, particularly for teens and providing increased str...
Tue, March 15, 2022
#87 - Oaks Woodhouse on Forrest Flow CrossFit
We continue our Female Affiliate Owners Series, sponsored by Eleiko, with Oakley Woodhouse, owner of Forrest Flow CrossFit. Finding CrossFit at a relatively early age, Oaks' competitive aspirations were clear and she sacrificed a lot, along with the rest of the CrossFit JST team, to make the CrossFit Games in 2017. We talk frankly about that opportunity, how she has moved on from that achievement as an athlete, member of Seminar Staff & since early 2020, owner of Forrest Flow. Forrest F...
Fri, March 11, 2022
#86 - Kerry Cooley on CrossFit Iron Duke
We kick off the Female Affiliate Owners Series - celebrating International Women's Day - with Kerry Cooley, co-owner of CrossFit Iron Duke on the outskirts of Portsmouth. In this episode Kerry shares her journey from corporate life to affiliate ownership and striving to create a safe space for all to train. It's clear inclusivity is also highly valued at Iron Duke, with mums, kids & adaptive members all accommodated and made to feel welcome. What's apparent from talking to Kerry is the ...
Fri, March 04, 2022
#85 - Mindset Matters with Tom Foxley
With the Open upon us many of us may be challenged not just by the prescribed workout but how we visualise ourselves and out ability to tackle it. This can harm not just harm performance, but also basic enjoyment of the experiences that surround this community-centric event. Therefore, it was great to sit down with founder of Mindset Rx, Tom Foxley, to discuss key aspects of mindset, how it can be used to maximise potential not just for training & competition, but for life in general. Si...
Fri, February 25, 2022
#84 - Ty on Talisman
By his own words, Tyler Hatherly found the fitness industry relatively late & at the beginning, owning a CrossFit affiliate was not in the plan. However, after experiencing CrossFit himself - and more specifically the communities that exist around it, he took his community on a journey that resulted in a new facility & affiliation in early 2020. Resolve was hardened through lockdown with Talisman as a business & community now going from strength to strength. Note: enjoy a 15 mi...
Fri, February 18, 2022
#83 - Taking the RedPill with James Jowsey
With over a decade coaching CrossFit Games athletes, including Sam Briggs since 2011 & Emma McQuaid since 2017, few have the level of experience and insight into the sport of fitness as James Jowsey. A long-time scholar of placing training & movement mechanics into context, James is co-founder of RedPill Training which, whilst starting as an education platform, now has a host of knowledgable coaches, individualised programming for athletes & more recently RedPill Generic for anyon...
Fri, February 11, 2022
#82 - Adaptive Advocacy w/ Ross Austen
Having sustained serious life-altering injuries whilst deployed with UK Military in Afghanistan, Ross Austen's (@rausten59) rehab journey took him from the camaraderie of Headly Court all the way to the GB Squad for para-powerlifting, World Championships & the Invictus Games. After six years in the GB squad, he stepped away from that sport & quickly found CrossFit. In the year since, the methodology has opened his eyes to movements he never thought possible with his injuries and he is...
Fri, February 04, 2022
#81 - Strong with Sian
In the quiet between Christmas & New Year I had the pleasure of sitting down with Sian Evans (@strongwithsian). We chat about her motives to quit the corporate life & pursue a career in PT & coaching - reflecting on how getting that fulfilment from a job you love means the wishing away the time to Friday at 5pm is a thing of the past. We also talk about competing, from the joy & tears of competing team & setting the challenge to strive & thrive as an individual. Sign-...
Fri, January 28, 2022
#80 - Games Memories with AOD Fitness!
Team AOD Fitness made their debut at the CrossFit Games in the 2021 season. I sit down with half that team, Helen Nutter & Mike Allen, to reflect on their journey to & experience at the Games as they prepare to make a run at Madison for a second year. Sign-up to the Chalking Fitness Newsletter for all the UK-centric community & competition news: http://eepurl.com/hPNI8j Sign-up before the end of January 2022 to be in with a chance of winning free entry to a 2022 UK HYROX event. ...
Fri, January 21, 2022
#79 - Owen-ing Aylesbury
This week we're at CrossFit Aylesbury, chatting to Head Coach & Co-owner Owen Jones. Having found CrossFit whilst at university, when it came to opening his own affiliate in 2015, he looked for a gap in the Affiliate Map and CrossFit Aylesbury was born! Home to The Athlete Program CrossFit Games team as well as a bustling affiliate, its apparent that a great deal of experience & expertise from the whole coaching team ensures that those of all athletic abilities & aspirations can b...
Fri, January 14, 2022
#78 - Just Jess? (Far from it!)
Jess Rosart is the Gym Manager & Coach at WIT House LDN - the training space & CrossFit affiliate at flag ship store of WIT Fitness opposite St. Pauls in London. Whilst playing host to top athletes, brand activations and multiple daily drop-in, WIT House LDN also has its own dedicated community and Jess shares how they ensure their members get a top-class experience as much as those who see it as destination. We also chat about juggling working in a gym with your own training goals &a...
Fri, January 07, 2022
#77 - What's HYROX?
We start 2022 by sitting down with the founder of HYROX, Christian Totzke. The UK had two of these live mass-participation fitness events in 2021 and the first of 2022 is only a couple a few weeks away in Manchester. Christian shares the concept of the fitness race for everybody, no matter you athletic ability or training methodology. We did into how the format was defined to maximise accessibility & feasibility for events that (here in the UK) are already toping 2000 participants. We wra...
Fri, December 31, 2021
#76 - The Steadman Files
Rounding out 2021, I'm joined by both Rachel & Karl Steadman. As UK & Ireland Community & Country Manager respectively, with well-over 25 years combined experience, I'm keen to get their insights on how affiliates & the community have developed over the years. We also chat more specifically about 2021 & get excited about plans for UK & Ireland CrossFit in 2022. As we cover a lot, I've included Chapters on this episode so it's easier to navigate. Chalking Fitnes...
Fri, December 24, 2021
#75 - "Cringle all the Way"
Christmas arrives one day early as I sit down with Aimee Cringle. We talk about finding CrossFit as a teen, juggling training & competing alongside a degree in nursing and now, with the degree complete, increasing focus on how far she can go in the sport. Since then she has topped the podium at The European Championships and qualified for the individual elite category at the Wodapalooza Finals in January and had more time to attend TAP training camps. She hasn't let those successes go to ...
Fri, December 17, 2021
#74 - One Year Deep: Going Pro w/ Reggie Fasa
This week we sit down with Reggie Fasa and reflect on his first year of going pro. From quitting the day job and moving from the North-East to Wigan, Reggie shares some of turning what was a past-time and outlet from work into a full-time gig. Like any full-time job, we talk about the importance of taking a break and how his training & relationship with Ste at JST Compete has evolved. Shifting to the competition floor, we also talk feeling like a pro athlete under the lights at the ...
Fri, December 10, 2021
#73 - Master & Commander at CrossFit Nidus
Despite initially doing his CrossFit L1 simply to increase his understanding of the methodology, Matt Tucker has since gone on to attend and coach at a number of boxes - including CrossFit Nidus, which he opened with wife and business partner Aneta! Nestled between the M5 and the Cotswolds, the attention to detail and unwavering quality offered to their members is very apparent. We chat training as masters athletes, affiliates and the fun to be had when you're judging your other half and ther...
Fri, December 03, 2021
#72 - Jolly “Sandy” Sailor
Fresh off the back of WIT SID Origins 2021, I sat down for a chat with Sandy Gibson, Co-director & Head Coach at Jolly Sailor Crossfit. Not only did Jolly Sailor Crossfit retain their crown, with the Invincibles finishing atop the podium, but this year they took three teams to the Finals in Bath. Now given Jolly Sailor operates on about 110 members, I was keen to understand more about the culture & community in Longdowns near Penryn. Thanks to Sandy for sharing insights from the weeke...
Fri, November 26, 2021
#71 - JST Jak'd? Calmer Competitive Waters
Sitting down with JST Compete's Jak Cornthwaite, I ask about his background prior to CrossFit and how that's influenced both his own competitive career and role as a coach. We then dig into, what is fast becoming the eleventh element of fitness, mindset and how important Jak sees that in helping athletes of all abilities and aspirations manage the demands of training & competition. Finally, we also talk about the future of the sport and more specifically work to grow the UK competitive sc...
Fri, November 19, 2021
#70 - SID Special
As we approach what is undoubtedly one of the highlights of UK competition calendar, co-founder of Strength in Depth, Ollie Mansbridge, takes some time out from planning to chat all thing SID Origins. From the desire to create opportunities for more athletes to shine on the competition, to the added "on tour" experience that comes with taking such a big team on the road, we talk about what makes SiD Origins such a unique event. Ollie shares insights into how such an event comes together, so...
Fri, November 12, 2021
#69 - Memory Lane with Fran Calvert
A great chat with one of the OG competitors in the UK CrossFit scene. Fran was taking to the Regionals competition floor before many had perhaps even heard of CrossFit! We reflect on how the sport has grown, the additional of dimensions of social media & how it was returning to the competition floor for the first time in 3 years with the Battle Cancer Team at CrossFest. As the Market Manager at Inov8, we also chat about rubbing shoulders with some of the biggest names in the space and how...
Fri, October 29, 2021
#68 - The 180 Project: "Addicts to Athletes"
I'm delighted to help raise awareness of The 180 Project with this week's episode; a recovery programme in the North-east of England that is using CrossFit to help break the cycle of substance abuse, crime & prison. Taking a break from the last week of his 100 Triathlon Challenge, Pete Williams is joined by fellow CrossFit Delta Fox coach Fee to talk about the work of The 180 Project and how the stories & individuals it is helping are hoping to fuel Pete through his marathon of a chal...
Fri, October 22, 2021
#67 - Out East with Evie Hollis
Having initially discovered CrossFit for supplementary conditioning for football as a teenager, Evie has been training & competing for nearly decade. In that time she has been to the Games as teen back in 2013 & more recently making repeat appearances as an individual at Sanctionals whilst coaching at boxes here in the UK, Guernsey & the British Virgin Islands. We chat about the differences across these communities, how her competitive aspirations developed and how lockdowns in 20...
Fri, October 15, 2021
#66 - Hard Hitting with Evander Harewood
Evander Harewood jumps on the podcast fresh off finishing top of the team podium at the Midlands Fitness Games. With individual podium finishes at the European Champs & the Arnold Fitness Games, it'd be easy to think the 2021 season is been plain sailing for Evander. The slump around the Open that many had was there for Evander too but since then he's approaching qualifiers and live competitions alike we a revised strategy - that looks to be paying dividends. We also chat about his pr...
Fri, October 08, 2021
#65 - Living it Lowry
Fresh back from the Arnold Fitness Games UK, I sit down for a chat with Jamie Lowry. After hanging up his boxing gloves, Jamie found CrossFit as a teen before moving to Loughborough and juggling degrees in Excercise Science and S&C with training at CrossFit BFG. Now back down at Gain Line in Berkshire with new responsibilities, but a keen eye on competition too. Whilst Jamie had a good run in the Games season, only just missing out on Semis, the AFG didn’t quite go to plan - tune in to...
Fri, October 01, 2021
#64 - Making a Splash with Georgia Davenport
Despite only getting into CrossFit in 2019/2020, Georgia finished well with the global top-1000 of the 2021 Open and 11th in the Rx Division of the European Champs. We chat about how CrossFit only came about as an outlet to stay active after 15 years of training & elite competition in diving, however it's clear that plenty of both physicality and mental determination and transferred over into this new sport. It's fascinating to hear insights from someone with extensive experience in anoth...
Fri, September 24, 2021
#63 - Koach Kudders on CrossFit
From stumbling across CrossFit in New Zealand to stepping into ownership of Ore Fitness Community here in the UK, this episode is a fascinating chat with Kudders about his experience with the global community that has the CrossFit methodology at it's core. As a coach and affiliate owner, Adam shares his reflections on the changes in the brand over the last 15 months and what he got out of the UK Affiliate meet-up that took place in London back in August. Finally, we also discuss making space ...
Fri, September 17, 2021
#62 - Management Matters with Cesca Baguley
Both before and after finding CrossFit in 2018, Cesca has experience working for and with brands in the fitness industry. In this episode, its apparent that the same passion that has seen her compete in body building, ultra running and functional fitness is also driving her to help pave the way for better athlete representation in our sport. We discuss the under-representation of women on both sides of the contract and what we, as both consumers and contributors in the sport can do to help gr...
Fri, September 03, 2021
#61 - Sitting down with Spencer
It was great to sit down face-to-face with Spencer Whiteley for this episode. We chat about getting into CrossFit, his feelings about the significant differences between the methodology for the masses vs. competition and of course his experience over in Madison at the 2021 CrossFit Games! Spencer reflects on some of the workouts, how awesome it was to have a host of athletes representing the UK and the close-knit camaraderie between competitors that exists (especially within the Masters commu...
Fri, August 27, 2021
#60 - Scratching that Itch with Helena Collins
Building on a strong 2018 season, Helena found herself stepping out on to the competition floor with JST Compete at the 2019 CrossFit Games! However, this turned out not to be the ultimate goal with her focus turning to individual competition. Getting as far as the virtual semifinals in the 2021 season, Helena also qualified in 2nd for the European Championship - which are taking place Sept 3-5. Underpinning this all is a strong ethos of balance across business, training & parenthood. A g...
Fri, August 20, 2021
#59 - Competitive Cauldron on the Isle
From finding CrossFit back in 2009 in Manchester, to opening the first box on the Isle of Man, this weeks guest is owner of CF IOM Dan Bonett. We chat about running an affiliate for nearly 10 years, branching out into multiple facilities & his focus now on coaching competitive athletes from the grass roots up. Support the show
Fri, August 13, 2021
#58 - Madison Memories w/ Elliot Young
It wasn’t until the Open that Elliot Young realised adaptive CrossFit was a thing & that more so, he was eligible for the Mens Lower Extremity. As the season developed, Elliot’s years of training & competitive drive culminated in a trip to Madison for the 2021 NoBull CrossFit Games! From handstands in the garage to handstand walks on North Park, we chat about experiences on & off the competition floor, including event wins under the lights of the Coliseum and a third place p...
Fri, August 06, 2021
Plate Stack Chat Take Over
Bringing you some bonus content and sharing Episode 33 of Plate Stack Chat. Jason, Sam and myself as regular co-hosts are joined by guest host Matt Whieldon to chat all about the recent 2021 CrossFit Games. Sharing our favourite moments and stand-out performances, it no doubt reflects conversations across our community. If you like it, be sure to check out Plate Stack Chat on your preferred podcast provider where the full back-catalogue has more of the same with a great range of guest hosts. ...
Fri, July 23, 2021
#57 - Talking Team with Owen Roberts
We sit down to talk team with Owen Roberts, individuals Sanctionals athlete who made the move to go team with The Athlete Program in the 2021. The sacrifice and dedication of moving to CrossFit Aylesbury was worth it as Owen and the Team are now on their way to Madison for the 2021 CrossFit Games! We chat about being approached to join the team, the shift in mindset around the Open & Quarterfinals and final preparations as some of the Team Events are released. Support the show
Fri, July 09, 2021
#56 - Getting Behind Box Armour
Box Armour started in 2016 when founder Tom, with a head for e-commerce and a passion for fitness, saw a gap in the market. Tom shares his journey in growing the brand from its Buxton beginnings, through having to a stand at its first competition and how shared values with customers and ambassadors is key when the space is a lot busier with brands than it was in 2016! Box Armour have a whole wardrobe of new lines available and will be at the UK first major live comp this weekend (Saturday Jul...
Mon, July 05, 2021
Drop-in #1 - Tommo at Move Forward Gym
As the world slowly starts to move again I've loved dropping in a boxes again. Back in May a finally made the trip down to the home of CrossFit Battle Cancer, the Move Forward Gym. After enjoying a drop-in with the 9:30 class I sat down with Head Coach Tommo for a quick chat about his settling into the role at MFG after leaving the Marines & leaning on that when putting the NOCCO team through their paces on Dartmoor. Taking the pod on the road is great, but it comes with background noise!...
Fri, June 25, 2021
#55 - Games-Bound with Kelly Marshall
In 2019, Masters Athlete Kelly Marshall made the decision to go "all in" with the goal of making it to the Games. It wasn't a decision made lightly, but made with the support of her wife and recognition of the commitment & sacrifice it would require to combine work, life and the required focus on training to make it to the Games. However, as a sports therapist and founder of The Body Clinc, Kelly is more than aware of the phyisical toll sustaining training at the required level can ...
Fri, June 18, 2021
#54 - Serious about Semis
With week three of the CrossFit Games Semifinals complete - which includes the European virtual events - I'm joined by host of Coffee, Pods and Wods, Peter White to discus the highlights as the season hots ups. If you dont know about CPW be sure to check it out, not only does Peter host incredible guests from across the CrossFit space, but his knowledge and passion for the sport is truly infectious as well. Follow Peter here: https://www.instagram.com/coffeepodsnwods/ Support the show
Fri, May 28, 2021
#53 - Dialling it in with Aneta Tucker
With three trips to Regionals under her belt, Aneta Tucker is no stranger to progressing beyond the first stage of the CrossFit Games Season. However, since opening her own affiliate, Aneta would be first to say individual competition has not been her priority. That said, things are coming together nice this season. Initially unsure whether to enter the Open, Aneta qualified for both QFs and Semis before joining the JST crew in Wigan and storming to 2nd Worldwide in the AGOQ - sitting s...
Fri, May 21, 2021
#52 - Marth Cook: Starting with the Goal in Mind
Busy prepping for the CrossFit Games Semifinals, Marth Cook took time to chat about her journey so far. Different to many, Marth started working with a coach & a personal program very early on - with a goal to get as far as possible in the sport of CrossFit! Now co-owner and coach at Impact Bicester, Marth has temporarily moved to Wigan to join the JST Compete training camp and we chat about how different that is to training predominantly alone for the last year! Support the show
Fri, May 14, 2021
#51 - Competitive Continuum with Rob Walker
A regular Masters Competitor here in the UK, we sit down for a chat with Rob Walker. Rob shares his own fitness journey and how the competitive elements of CrossFit really drew him in to the sport. We also discuss the continuum of life and trying to keep the balance right between enjoying training and competing in CrossFit and other responsibilities in life. Unfortunately injury prevents Rob competing in this years AGOQ but we still chat out what we expected at the masters community at large....
Fri, May 07, 2021
#50 - Podcasts a-Plenty w/ Jason Croxon
For the landmark 50th episode we go back to where it all began and welcome Jason Croxon to the podcast. Jason, who hosts the CrossFit Bath podcast, joined me way back for episode 1 and 2 of the Chalking Fitness podcast and helped me find my feet in the podcast world. This time I make sure to ask him questions about his own fitness journey and juggling it as part of family life in the beautiful city of Bath. Without preaching to the choir too much we also discussed the value of pod...
Fri, April 30, 2021
#49 - Lockdown and Longevity with Lianne Thomas
This week we’re joined by 2021 45-49 division UK champ, Lianne Thomas. With both regionals team experience and multiple AGOQ qualifications, we chat about competing as well as the frustrations and realities of injuries. We also talk lockdown, the challenges and opportunities it brings, whilst also touching on some of the additional realities of being a female masters athlete. Support the show
Fri, April 23, 2021
#48 - Motion Training w/ Harrison Bell
Harrison Bell is co-owner and coach of Motion Training, the home of CrossFit Surbiton. We talk about how Harrison first discovered CrossFit through the Marines and how a love for training with good people ultimately led to the labour of love that is Motion Training. Housed in an old building in Surbiton, London, it now contains an incredible facility that is home to an awesome community. Harrison is also part of Team Motion, a team born in the Austrian Alps that is now all training together t...
Fri, April 16, 2021
#47 - Tip-top TAP with Mike & Maddy
As the individual quarterfinals were coming to a close, I sat down with Mike Catris and Maddy Harris, two members of Team TAP, who having finished 21st in Europe in the Team Division, very much have their sights set on the Team Quarterfinals. We discuss the one-and-done approach to the Open this year, watching the individual quarterfinals from the sidelines and the benefits that have come from co-locating to be eligible for the affiliate cup under the new format. We also touch on the addition...
Fri, April 09, 2021
#46 - Athletic Ambition with Blonyx
Founded in 2011, supplements grounded in science are at core of Blonyx. In the is episode, I chat with Rowan, CEO of Blonyx about these principles, serving those with athletic ambition and where supplementation sits in the wider balance of life and nutrition. A hot topic right now is beta-alanine so we dig into that in abit more detail before finally, as a fellow CrossFitter, we had to share our thoughts on the Open. Support the podcast & channel here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Cha...
Fri, April 02, 2021
#45 - Brew Basics with Cannonball Coffee
For many, including myself, CrossFit and coffee are near-synonymous; with a good day requiring a dose of both. This week Duncan, the founder of Cannonball Coffee, sits down to talk about his quest for a high caffeine coffee that doesn't compromise on taste. We cover the basics and not-so-basics of good coffee and as a fellow CrossFitter how he's worked & continues to work with a number of boxes around the south and south-west of England. Check out the coffee on offer over at: https://can...
Fri, March 26, 2021
#44 - Adaptive Aspirations with Luke Reeson
Injured in 2012 whilst serving in the British Army in Afghanistan, Luke's rehab journey took him into Paralympic swimming - competing in the British champs as well as the Invictus Games on three occasions. Like many of us, a friend introduced Luke to CrossFit, and safe to say he was pretty hooked from the outset. We discuss the what it likes for an adaptive athlete to do CrossFit, the welcome introduction of adaptive divisions to the CrossFit Games Open and the accessible nature of numerous c...
Fri, March 19, 2021
#43 - Picking the Brain of Brian Friend
For Brian, what started as a personal passion has grown into opportunities to work and travel for CrossFit, Sanctionals events and regularly contribute to the Morning Chalk Up. With a self-confessed head for names, numbers and placings in the CrossFit space, Brian and I discuss how following the data can help to find identify the lesser-told stories. We also discuss his thoughts on the current format of the Games season and who we might see rising to the top throughout the three-week Open. Su...
Fri, March 12, 2021
#42 Open Expectations with Alex Conroy
If you’re in the CrossFit Games Open this year, it's very likely circumstances are very different to previous years; coupled with the disruptions of the last year, it could be a bit lost on how to approach it. Alex Conroy, CF-L2, affilate coach and experienced programmer, provides some great tips for preparing physically and mentally to give an Open workout (or any WOD for that matter) a fair representation of your fitness. We also talk about how this new format of the CrossFit Games and wide...
Mon, March 08, 2021
#41 - Lowdown on the Throwdown - CrossFit Lowlands Throwdown Special
As one of the longest running events in our community, in it's eleventh year, the Lowlands Throwdown has been selected as a CrossFit Games Semifinal. Previously a Sanctionals event in 2019 before having to cancel in 2020, the team are excited to deliver a qualifying event for Madison whilst ensuring they continue to serve the community of the Benelux region. I talk to Robbin Stalma, Event Director of the CrossFit Lowlands Throwdown about what athletes can expect from the event, how they're pr...
Fri, March 05, 2021
#40 - Memes, Mics and Modified Movements
As the creator behind Make Wods Great Again and co-host of Make Pods Great Again, John Wooley is more than au fait with both the light-heart nuances of the CrossFit community and the more important topics that sometimes divide out community. Coupled with that, John is a 10-year CrossFitter so brings some maturity in approach to the methodology. We dig into the motives behind the memes and the addition of the mic before both advocating for the effective use of workout scaling to ensure t...
Fri, February 26, 2021
#39 - Killer Questioning with Coffee, Pods & Wods
Coffee, Pods and Wods started in 2019 and host Peter White had a mission to speak to those from across the CrossFit sphere with a desire to ask the not-often-asked questions. What followed is 100+ episodes with some of the biggest names in CrossFit with a hosting style that’s produced great conversations time and time again. Peter is modest and straight-shooting, we talk about his different approach to questioning, on the frustrations of been a (relatively) small podcast and how for hi...
Fri, February 19, 2021
#38 - The Wodable Way with Jay
This week’s guest is Jay Bright, owner of Wodable. Jay shares the passions and the principles that have driven the start-up and continued growth of this UK business. It was fascinating to hear how Wodable have brought the majority of their design and manufacturing process in house; giving them agility and freedom to break the mould. Thanks to Jay for allowing us to go “behind the brand” with a UK staple. Support the show
Fri, February 12, 2021
#37 - Games Vision with Vicki Finn
This week with sit down with Vicki Finn, competitive athlete and coach at CrossFit All Out. No stranger to the competition floor and top ranks of the leaderboard; we talk about her successes to date and the focus of her training, specifically targeting the CrossFit Games AGOQ. With a background in athletics and career as a PT prior to finding CrossFit, Vicki new she'd like CrossFit and when she walked in the CrossFit All Out six years ago, she hasn't looked back since! Thanks for an awesome c...
Fri, February 05, 2021
#36 - The Simba Sessions - Part 2: CrossFit, Commercial Fitness and Competitions
We complete the Simba Sessions with part two, talking with Chris Hughff about finding CrossFit and a career in the commercial fitness industry. Currently General Manager at GymBox, Elephant and Castle, we discuss some of the difference between your typical commercial gym and a CrossFit Box. We round out by looking at how Simba got into MC'ing and a small nod to his other activities on social media.... Support the show
Mon, February 01, 2021
#35 - The Simba Sessions - Part 1: Junior Sport and Javelin
Many will recognise Chris Hughff (or Simba) from competition floors across the UK and further abroad with either a barbell or, more recently, a microphone in hand. However, despite being on the CrossFit scene for 10 years now, his fitness journey started well before this; with a wealth of junior sport, time in the military and then decathlon and javelin at an elite level. Part 1 focuses on this and be sure to tune in for the next episode for part 2 where we talk CrossFit and picking up the mi...
Mon, January 25, 2021
#34 - Talking Trainers with Nano Nation (Reebok Nano X1 Special)
With the recent early-release and upcoming general-release of the latest version of Reebok's functional fitness training shoe, we welcome Paul to the Chalking Fitness Podcast. Paul is curator of ReebokNanoNation, a fan page for the archetypal CrossFit shoe. We chat about how he got into CrossFit and the passion for trainers that sees him both maintain a fan page and substantial collection of trainers. With the release of the Nano X1 we share first impressions of the shoe and how Reebok have y...
Sat, January 16, 2021
#33 - Ellie on Exercise and Eating
A bumper episode with Ellie Geldard this week as we cover her journey in to CrossFit and how her passion for coaching is growing beyond the box into nutrition as well. Many will recognise Ellie as a familiar face on the UK competition circuit; we discuss her love for this, individual vs team and how that sense of community is always there regardless. We then get into Ellie's development as a coach and more recently expanding into nutrition with EllieGeldardNurtrition. We then wrap up with s...
Fri, January 08, 2021
#32 - Ollie on the Open, CrossFit and more
We kick of 2021 with another cracker, speaking with Ollie Mansbridge. Memory lane is where we start as we look back on the opening of CrossFit Bath back in 2009 but also how the pillars of methodology, coaching and community can transcend a facility of any standard. Ollie is also the UK Country Manager for CrossFit and he shares how that role is evolving with the new leadership at HQ before we have some timely discussion on the format of the 2021 CrossFit Open - with new divisions and format...
Mon, December 28, 2020
#31 - Geeking out with The Greenwood
Prior to London and the south entering tier 4 and gyms having to close again, I swung by Priority 6 to catch up with Simon Greenwood. Simon has over 10 years experience as a coach and PT; with the last 7 years spent growing a business as co-owner of Priority 6 in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. After discussing how an athletic youth has evolved into a career in fitness, Simon shares his insights into how his perspective and priorities have evolved over the years both in terms of coaching, being ...
Mon, December 14, 2020
#30 - 180 bpm with Lois Smith
Four weeks post abdominal repair surgery, Lois Smith joins us for Episode 30 of the Chalking Fitness podcast. We look back on her 2020 season, competing both on a Sanctionals team at the NCC, individually at Crossfit Strength in Depth and discuss the differing elements of competing in each division. We then get into Lois' reasons for surgery, her focus through rehab and aspirations for next season and beyond. Thanks to Lois for a great chat and wishing her the very best in recovery - lo...
Fri, December 04, 2020
#29 - Fitness & Fortitude with Tricky Ricky
This week we sit down with Richard Hill; athlete, coach and box owner at Gritstone CrossFit. After talking about the challenges and opportunities offered by lockdown and lockdown 2.0, we go on to discuss the illness, wellness, fitness continuum with respect to mindset and mental hygiene. Thanks to Richard for taking the time to share his insights, be sure to give him a follow on Instagram @_tricky_ricky Support the show
Fri, November 27, 2020
#28 - Crouchy, Crossfit & Competitions
Nicole Crouch is no stranger on the UK competition scene - and has made the podium at a range of events. Nicole shares how she first got into CrossFit and her approach during competition to focus on the controllables and capitalise on adrenaline. Despite training restrictions this year, we talk about her recent introduction to Team TAP; both in terms of programming and training with likeminded and inspiring individuals. Support the show
Fri, November 20, 2020
#27 - Will on WIT
This week we chat with Will Griffiths who is Retail Manager at WIT Fitness in London, UK. From being a regular customer at the small shop in Clapham, to now working for WIT at their flagship store in the heart of the City, its fascinating to hear Will talk about his passion for fitness & retail and how WIT (as both a brand and destination) has grown over the years. As a fellow trainer geek, we talk about Will's mammoth Metcon collection but also not forgetting the WIT Nano X! Cheers Will....
Fri, November 13, 2020
#26 - SiD & the AGOQ with James St Leger
James St Leger is a seasoned UK athlete and coach, competing at both Regional and more recently Sanctionals level. Since 2019 James has competed in the 35-39 division and we discuss his win at Crossfit Strength in Depth earlier this year before also delving into the success he had in the Crossfit Games AGOQ. Beyond this James shares his top tips for training as a master athlete, managing the many responsibilities in life and how to maximise the benefits of the restrictions imposed during lo...
Fri, November 06, 2020
#25 - Sitting Down with the Sorkins
Sarah and Simon Sorkin are both integral members of the Battle Cancer Team. We discuss their extensive involvement in the growth of these incredible events and how, more recently they’ve also personally invested to enable the MoveForward gym to open. Sarah shares how and why she met Scott Britton before even the first Battle Cancer event whilst Simon provides insights into the importance of fitness in relation to living with a diagnosis of MS. Talking with them both it’s clear how passi...
Fri, October 30, 2020
#24 - "Hence I started Hence" with Luke Backhouse
This week's episode is with Luke Backhouse, owner of Hence. As well as discussing Hence Green Stacks and CBD++ pods, we get into the the origins of his business, his uncompromising approach to nutrition first product development and partnering with other brands to offer the best products to his customer base. Luke's passion knowledge & passion is undeniable and is a clear driving force for the principles on which Hence has & continues to grow with strong support from athletes and amba...
Fri, October 23, 2020
#23 - Fifty, Fit 'n' Functional
This week we speak to Martin Thwaites, who’s life-long passion for fitness has taken him from body building, then Muay Thai boxing and has now found functional fitness & the CrossFit training methodology. Martin documents his dedication to training through his Instagram profile @50fitnfunctional and has also competed in a number of Master competitions as well as taken part in both the Battle Cancer London events. We share our experiences of the Battle Cancer events before Martin explain...
Fri, October 16, 2020
#22 - Renegade Games: Origins, Ambition and Invitational
This week we talk to Will, Matt & Sam about the Renegade Games. Founded by Will in 2018 to provide a platform to test competitive athletes in the Cambridge area, the event has strong values & links to the military. Matt joined Will as General Manager to help execute the vision & ensure the values could remain as they look to grow the event year on year. COVID restrictions have limited events this year but the pair proactively responded and will be delivering an i...
Fri, October 09, 2020
#21 - Matt O'Keefe on Competitive Crossfit
Fresh off the back of Stage 1 of the 2020 Crossfit Games, we sat down with President of Loud and Live Sports, Matt O'Keefe. We talk about the evolution of his career in athlete care/management to the merger with live & Loud Events to grow (initially) Wodapalooza. We also hadd to get Matt's insights into Matt & Tias performance in Stage 1 of the Games but also more broadly the commitment it takes from all athletes to consistently perform at the elite level. We then turn our head...
Fri, October 02, 2020
#20 - Moving well with MAP Online
We sit down with Hat Hewitt, sports therapist & head coach at Crossfit Watford to talk about MAP Online. Through MAP Online Hat seeks to share her passion & expertise to enable the wider community to improve their range of movement & simply move better - irrespective of their fitness goals. We also talk about how Hat transitioned into Crossfit from high-level rugby and the love she has for competition, especially in a team, that sees her regularly appearing on the Sanctional &...
Fri, September 25, 2020
#19 - Coaching with Chloe
This episode we sit down after some weightlifting training with Chloe Ralph, a competitive weightlifter come functional fitness coach who is also a familiar face on both the decks and arena floor of the competitive circuit! We talk about her journey first into weightlifting and then functional fitness as an athlete, before discussing how her passion for helping individuals of any standard move better has influenced her coaching career. Having previously done group coaching, Chloe now focuses...
Fri, September 18, 2020
#18 - Sanctionals with Jonah Jones
At 22 years old, Jonah Jones has already competed in 5 Sanctional events - two in the 2019 season & 3 in (what existed of) the 2020 season. Over the last 6 years Jonah has wholeheartedly committed to training & an aspiration to make it to the Games. We discuss how being young helps to facilitate this focus & reflect on some of the amazing experiences he’s had at competitions so far. Recognising his decision to make a career out of CrossFit (both coaching & competin...
Fri, September 11, 2020
#17 - Forging Elite Judging with Elaine Ennis
This week we speak with Elaine Ennis. A well-respected judge at CrossFit/functional fitness competitions on both sides of the Irish Sea & founder of Irish Fitness Judges. After sharing her own path into fitness & subsequently judging, Elaine shares her tips on how to an effective judge whilst making sure you still have fun in the process. Recognising the critical role judges play, especially at the Sanctional level, we discuss the need for more targeted & accessible ju...
Fri, September 04, 2020
#16 - Media Chronicles with Tommy Marquez
Heading back over the Atlantic this week and taking it all the way back with one of the masters of media in the CrossFit-space, Tommy Marquez. As well as sharing insights into where his own CrossFit journey began, Tommy also shares his insights into how media grew within Crossfit HQ and then has subsequently evolved independently with many platforms, including Talking Elite Fitness Support the show
Fri, August 28, 2020
#15 - Grips & Rips with Jay from REPS
This week we sit down with Jay from REPS. a relatively new company offering gymnastic grips to the U.K. fitness community. Jay speaks honestly & openly about what has driven him to set up REPS., the extensive research & work with athletes refine the designs & the challenges posed by the COVID-19 lockdown. Coupled with the products it’s very apparent REPS. are keen to offer support to the community in enabling optimum hand care, protection & training. Suppor...
Fri, August 21, 2020
#14 - Chris Callaway on Sanctionals, Sponsorship and the Cost to Compete
Chris stepped into the world of competitive CrossFit relatively recently; however not as an athlete, but rather a manager with years of experience in rugby and keen to enable athletes to qualify & complete as a team on the CrossFit Sanctional circuit. With lockdown easing in the U.K., I sat down with Chris to talk about the formation of Nasty x Saxons and his role as manager of a team that consisted of a number of U.K. athletes. As an relative but informed outsider, Chr...
Fri, August 14, 2020
#13 - MVMNT BOX with Becky Pykett
The 2020 COVID-19 lockdown has taught us all the importance of being able to train from home. However, for some, that comfort and/or convenience of training from home remains post-lockdown or has always been there - underserved. I sit down with athlete, coach, mother & co-founder of MVMNT Box, Becky Pykett, to discuss how this new business seeks to deliver all the values of a functional fitness training community to the comfort of your home. Becky is a passionate expert with over 15 years...
Fri, August 07, 2020
#12 - Bold Brave and Badass with Helen
Our third and final episode of our “Women in Fitness” series is with Helen, and it’s a great one. Currently “in theatre” with the RAF, we share the CrossFit coolaid before talking more at length about mindset & acceptance of change & uncertainty. Helen is also the founder & drive behind BoldBraveBadass, a movement & business seeking to empower individuals & address the wastage inherent in the fast-fashion culture. Find Helen on Instagram either @helenmelyn or @boldb...
Wed, August 05, 2020
#11 - Just Doing This Now! with Sophie
For this second episode in the “Women in Fitness” series we sit down with Sophie, who is the creative mind behind the YouTube channel “Just Doing This Now!”. With a background in professional theatre production, Sophie has brought that passion for sharing creativity with her into the CrossFit sphere. We also talk about the benefits that having a channel has offered during lockdown and make it clear that you don’t have to be a professional to starting creating - if you have that itch, jus...
Mon, August 03, 2020
#10 - Carrie Ogilvie Brown on Sanctionals
Carrie shares her experiences of competing as a individual at both Crossfit Strength in Depth & the Australian Crossfit Championships in the 2020 Sanctional season. Beyond this (and sharing top-tips on the best training music!) we discuss her approach to training and competing, how she is not overly competitive and what the plan is going forward in to 2021. Thanks to Carrie for a great chat & kicking off the “Women in Fitness” series! Support the show
Fri, July 31, 2020
#9 - CrossFit Cirencester with David and Anna
Sitting in your typical industrial estate nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, England. Crossfit Cirencester, whilst unable to run its typical 12-person classes during lockdown, has been far from quiet. I talk with David and Anna about how they responded to the Government-imposed lockdown; from launching a pre-prepared online program, to delivering fitness to wider Cirencester community. This provided opportunity to engage with their local MP and further showcase the role our CrossFit® gyms...
Mon, July 27, 2020
#8 - Adam Klink on Running, Squatting and Life Hacks
Following Episode #6 where Chris Hinshaw provided expert insights into Adam's incredible achievement of running a sub-5 minute mile and squatting 500 lbs in the same day, it was only proper to get Adam himself on to reflect on both the feat and the lens under-which Chris presented it. Adam provides fantastic insights into his training methodology to reach this level of all-round fitness and the shear grit that was required to deliver the sub-5 minute mile run. We round out the episode with so...
Fri, July 24, 2020
#7 - An Average Crossfitter on fitness and fundraising
This episode I’m joined by UK vlogger Jack Simmons (aka. An Average Crossfitter). After talking about what got him into CrossFit and blogging we get our heads round the 450 km bike ride he’s training for to raise money for Cancer Research UK. We round it out with some excitement about the Midlands Fitness Games - which is targeted an event date at the end of August. Support the show
Mon, July 20, 2020
#6 - Chris Hinshaw on Adam Klink's sub-5' mile run 500 lb back squat
On July 13th, 2020, Adam Klink successfully completed the Castro Challenge of running a mile in under 5 minutes and back squatting 500 lbs (227 kg) in the same day! I was honoured to speak with Chris Hinshaw, international endurance coach and CrossFit® SME on aerobic capacity. Chris provides his insights into what's required to achieve a sub-5-minute mile, he breaks down Adam's time to further quantify the achievement and explains how the addition of the 500 lb back squat really showcases wha...
Fri, July 17, 2020
#5 - The Athlete Centre with James Shields
As gyms can now target reopening on July 25th, it was great to sit down at The Athlete Centre in Oxford with James Shields. We talk about what inspired him to get into health & fitness and now sees him as founder of a business with multiple facilities, including one in the heart of Oxford, online programming and a wealth of classes & coaching expertise. We also talk about their decision to disaffiliate from CrossFit Inc & what the focus will be as doors reopen later thi...
Fri, July 10, 2020
#4 - Sam La Roche on Community, Competitions & Judging
I’m joined by Sam La Roche, aka. Papa Bear, aka. The Dancing Judge & host of the FollowtheBear Podcast. We talk about the importance of community in membership retention & what drives Sam to essentially be a serial judge/volunteer at numerous amazing events around the core. With volunteers being the life blood of our events circuit we also discuss what makes a good event experience for all involved. Support the show
Fri, July 03, 2020
#3 - Mike Catris on Sanctionals
The Athlete Program have a confirmed invite to Mayhem Madness in Cookeville, TN, and I sit down with TAP Head Coach, Mike Catris, to discuss the amazing Sanctional season that proceeds it. TAP made four appearances across the 2019 & 2020 season, finishing on the podium on each occasion. We reflect on both performance and experiences on & off the competition floor, how he balances his role as both coach & athlete on the team and what preparation for Mayhem Madness looks like for th...
Wed, July 01, 2020
#2 - Super Teams and Mayhem Madness
In the wake of the reduction in scope of the 2020 Crossfit Games, Crossfit Mayhem announced their intent to host a teams event in Cookeville, TN, in August. Teams previously winning Sanctionals would receive an invite with a further three invites available via an online Qualifier. With qualifiers complete but invites not confirmed, Jason and Tom dare to speculate who we might see on the competition floor. We also talk about how Super Teams make the team season so much more interesting & t...
Fri, June 26, 2020
#1 - 2020 Rogue Invitational (its competition, but not as we know it!)
In the midst of the 2020 COVID-19 global pandemic & associated lockdowns, Rogue Fitness delivered a logistical masterpiece to enable elite athletes from around the world to compete live but remotely. Jason Croxon, host of the Crossfit Bath Podcast, joins Tom to discuss what happened to the 2020 competitive calendar, what's left and could be expected and an overview of the format deliver by Rogue for their 2020 Invitational. A full two-hour discussion is available as a vlogcast on the Chal...
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