Expert CrossFit Games Analyst, John Young, joins the boys as they dig into athlete performances across the competition floor — consistency, big moments, and where the leaderboard ultimately landed. From James Sprague reclaiming the title to Aimee Cringle's dominance, plus the near-misses and standout efforts that didn't fully show up in the final standings. No fluff. Just the grades.

Special guest John Young joins the guys as they dig into athlete performances across the competition floor — consistency, big moments, and where the leaderboard ultimately landed. From James Sprague reclaiming the title to Aimee Cringle's dominance, plus the near-misses and standout efforts that didn't fully show up in the final standings. No fluff. Just the grades.

What's in a name you say? We say it's EVERYTHING! When it comes to the CrossFit Games Events we have a nostalgia that comes to mind when you hear "Strongman's Fear", "Push Pull" or "The Capital". It isn't just the programming, but the name that is forever tied to that moment. Today, we rename the 2026 CrossFit Games events to make them fitting for the moments we got from that weekend.

It's been a week since the 20th year of the CrossFit Games crowned James Sprague and Amie Cringle at the Fittest on Earth. Chase and Bill sit back and recap their personal experience and behind the scenes stories of the 2026 CrossFit Games.

Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler dive into the programming of XENOM — the Decathlon of Fitness. They break down the 10 fixed events, scoring system, and how it tests total human performance across strength, gymnastics, and engine.

They discuss what worked, what surprised them, the event's future as a licensed CrossFit series, and what it could mean for athletes, standardization, and the broader CrossFit ecosystem

Join Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler as they break down the programming for this weekend's Semifinals: the TYR Torian Pro in Brisbane and the REBEL Renegade Games in Johannesburg. In this concise episode, they analyze the expected workouts, format changes, and key qualification paths for 2026. They discuss top contenders fighting for Games spots — multiple from Oceania at Torian and the single men's, women's, and team spots from Africa/UAE at Renegade — plus who the programming will favor and potential surprises.

In this episode, Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler break down the full programming from the 2026 French Throwdown. They dive deep into each workout, evaluating movement selection, workout structure, scaling, and overall balance to assess whether the event delivered a true test of fitness or fell short as a qualifier for the 2026 CrossFit Games. With their signature no-nonsense analysis, the duo discusses what worked well, what missed the mark, and how the programming stacks up against other major Semifinals.

In this episode, Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler 30,000 foot view at the 2026 Age Group Online Semifinals programming. They analyze how the chosen movements and try to understand why the event selections were made after what was programming for the 2026 CrossFit Open and Quarterfinals. They break down key workout structures, movement standards, testing emphasis, and strategic takeaways that will shape the entire 2026 competitive season.

Bill Grundler and Chase Ingraham deliver a sharp, no-fluff breakdown of the 2026 Copa Sur Semifinals. They analyze every workout — movements, weights, rep schemes, time domains, and balance — to determine if the programming was truly Games-worthy or if it fell short. They discuss what separated the elite, how it impacted South American athletes, and what it means for future Semifinal design.

Get ready for an action-packed weekend of competition! On this episode of the podcast, Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler break down the programming for three massive semifinal events happening this weekend: the 2026 Far East Throwdown, Magic City Games, and Copa Sur.

From expected workouts and surprise movements to athlete storylines and key matchups, Chase and Bill deliver their expert preview, analysis, and bold predictions you won't want to miss. Whether you're competing, cheering from home, or just love high-level functional fitness, this episode is your ultimate guide to the action.