Summary In this episode of the Conquer Athlete Podcast, Ryan Bucciantini and Jason Leydon discuss various topics surrounding the CrossFit community, including the significance of mustaches, the dynamics of the CrossFit Games, the importance of community, and the need for strong leadership within the sport. They explore the challenges faced by athletes, the impact of recent events on participation, and the future direction of CrossFit as a whole. The conversation emphasizes the need for clear communication and a strong community to support the sport's growth and sustainability.   Takeaways

• Mustaches are a fun topic but also a serious conversation about charity.
• Corruption in charity organizations is a significant concern.
• The CrossFit Games are seeing a shift with new athletes emerging.
• Athletes are making choices based on their beliefs about CrossFit's direction.
• Community support is crucial for the survival of CrossFit.
• The leadership of CrossFit needs to be more vocal and engaged.
• The methodology of CrossFit has its strengths but needs to adapt.
• There is a disconnect between the Games and the average affiliate experience.
• Marketing from HQ influences public perception of CrossFit.
• The future of CrossFit relies on strong leadership and community engagement.

Topics 

• Mustaches and Morality: A CrossFit Conversation
• The Changing Face of the CrossFit Games

Sound Bites

• "Everybody's corrupt."
• "It's a passing of the guard."
• "It's a messy topic at best."

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Mustache Talk 06:43 The State of the CrossFit Games 14:33 Athlete Perspectives and Future of CrossFit 19:47 The Community's Resilience and Hope 21:16 Consolidation in the Fitness Industry 23:10 Driving the Affiliate Forward 24:56 The Role of the Games in CrossFit 27:09 Leadership and Vision in CrossFit 28:06 Methodology and Its Impact 32:19 Balancing Capitalism and Fitness 38:25 Affiliate Responsibility and Education