Podcast appearances and mentions of pat vellner

Lucy Campbell is coming of one of the most improbable years in CrossFit Games history. After battling through a career-threatening wrist injury, Campbell finished in second place at the Games in 2025. Lucy joins Tommy Marquez and Lauren Kalil to talk about her incredible run towards the top of the sport and how she hopes to build on that momemtum in 2026. Plus, Open registration continues to trend in a positive direction, the idenities of the athletes who will be participating in 26.1 have been revealed, Pat Vellner has a minor heart procedure and the World Fitness Project signs more athletes to pro cards. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen so you can improve how you sleep and recover.  

Presenting Sponsor Thirdzy!  https://thirdzy.com/JAZZYPromotion Code for 15% off: JAZZYEveryday we take a break from the busy work day to catch our breath, hang out with friends and talk about the world of Sports, Entertainment and specifically CrossFit. Today we talk about how I am not a man, but how the tier system Hiller comes up with is something I saw back in the 1980's.  Should the CrossFit Games Season have an all-star or pro-bowl game?  Plus during this recovery time from surgery I have watched a lot and want to share what is worth it and what is not.

Presenting Sponsor Thirdzy!  https://thirdzy.com/JAZZYPromotion Code for 15% off: JAZZYEvery Day we Take a break from the busy work day to take a breath hang out with friends and talk about the world of sports, entertainment and specifically CrossFit.  Today we talk about a comment in the chat about the competitors who sat our last season, The Chicago Bears actually have the it factor, TFX is coming up soon, and my work on the Hattie Kanyo Documentary.

Presenting Sponsor Thirdzy!  https://thirdzy.com/JAZZYPromotion Code for 15% off: JAZZYEvery Sunday night Carolyne Prevost, Jamie Latimer and Scott Switzer break down the world of CrossFit and other fitness competitions.  Tonight we talk about PEDs creating more soft tissue and Ligament and Tendon issues, Should the Open actually be the first event of the CrossFit Games Season? Should athletes not participating in the CrossFit Games Season be allowed to compete in Semifinals? What are our thoughts on the new Food Pyramid and will Pat Vellner compete in the Games Season?

Uncle Pat is back. Fresh off leading Team North America to their second-straight TYR Cup Championship, Pat Vellner sits down with Tommy and Lauren to talk about his experience in Southern California, how he's managing the competitive season and how he's dealing with the fact that the end of his competitive career is quickly approaching. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve your sleep and recovery.  

Everyday we take a breath from the busy workday, Take a break and hang out with friends to talk about the world of Sports, Entertainment and Specifically CrossFit.  Today we talk about Hattie's announcement, we look at how many opportunities an athlete gets, What drama is continuing to go on today.

Everyday we take a breath from the busy work day to catch our breath and hang out with friends to talk about the world of sports, entertainment and specifically CrossFit.  Today we talk PED's, how many chances does an athlete get, WFP and their PR problem and we will update how my mom is doing.0:00 Welcome!0:33 Catching Up with Cory, 5am Classes8:19 Mama Switzer Update11:29 Age Group Testing / Captren Crunch & Raisin Branavar21:08 Amanda Hari's Interview with Will Moorad / WFP'S PR34:51 Pat Vellner on Coffee, Pods, and Wods37:29 Boys Interrupted39:01 Criticism of CrossFit & WFP42:19 Wrapping Up

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Every Sunday Night Carolyne Prevost, Jamie Latimer and Scott Switzer break down all the news in the CrossFit and fitness space.  Tonight they talk about the new CrossFit Games Season, Wrap up the TYR Cup, New partnerships CrossFit is Making and how it all makes sense, sneaky big news inside the presenting sponsor announcement, Rogue finishes up their roster announcement, plus whatever else you all want to talk about.

Every day we take a breath from the normal work day to catch our breath and hang out with friends to talk about the world of Sports, Entertainment and specifically CrossFit.  Today we talk about the Bears big win, the criticism of  Caleb Williams, TYR Cup wraps up, and what show are you looking forward to most returning or premiering this Fall?

We get together everyday to take a break from the busy workday and hang out and talk sports and entertainment specifically CrossFit. Today we talk about the Unbreakable with Pat Vellner and Danielle Brandon, we talk Dave's Week in Review.  Is he getting to worried about liability and getting to generic in his programming, plus we announce the winner of our thumbnail contest.

What happens when tragedy strikes at one of the most celebrated fitness events in the world? Hear from coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85 and Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic as we tackle the deeply felt repercussions of Lazar Đukić's tragic drowning at the CrossFit Games last year. This heartbreaking incident has not only fractured the CrossFit community but has also led to a substantial dip in Open registrations. Join us as we examine the actions of prominent athletes like Pat Vellner, Annie Thorisdottir, and Chandler Smith, who have stepped back from the 2025 Games season, and understand the ripple effects this has on the sport, both as a business and a community built on personal conviction and diverse viewpoints.The CrossFit community often blurs the lines between leaders and influencers, and we can't help but spotlight Chandler Smith's influential presence. Our time with key figures such as Patrick Vellner and Dave Castro gave us invaluable insights into the intricacies of leadership within CrossFit HQ. These interactions highlighted the camaraderie that the CrossFit Open fosters, even amidst recent turmoil. We explore how these events shape perceptions of CrossFit's leadership and discuss the need for discernment when choosing whom to follow.As the future of CrossFit unfolds, the tension between CrossFit HQ and professional athletes advocating for change is palpable. Our conversation pivots to the evolving relationship between CrossFit affiliates and the overarching brand, stressing the importance of community involvement over competitive edge. We encourage open dialogue and mutual appreciation, urging listeners to consider multiple perspectives. By embracing diverse viewpoints, we can better navigate the challenges of leadership and change within the vibrant world of CrossFit. Join us for a thoughtful discussion that aims to enrich and reshape our approach to fitness, community, and mindset.@crossfitbison @crossfittraining @crossfit @crossfitgames #crossfit #sports #exercise #health #movement #crossfitcoach #agoq #clean #fitness #ItAllStartsHere #CrossFitOpen #CrossFit #CrossFitCommunity @CrossFitAffiliates #supportyourlocalbox #crossfitaffiliate #personalizedfitness

The latest CrossFit documentary was released last week, and it didn't take long for it to hit the top of the charts. Sean, Tommy and Lauren give a quick review of Fittest on Earth: Final Showdown in Madtown. Pat Vellner joins the show to talk about CrossFit's response to the closing of the investigation into Lazar Djukic's death, why the PFAA made certain demands, and where things may go from here. This episode is presented by Kreatures of Habit. Head to kreaturesofhabit.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on the healthiest and tastiest overnight oats on the market. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Go to thirdzy.com/TEF and save 20% on their rest and recovery collagen and improve your sleep and recovery.

We look at Dubai and Fit Fest both happening this weekend, in addition we explore the idea of boycotting the CrossFit Season.  Plus catch up with the Crew on everything happening in their lives.

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Jamie and Scott Break down the first day of competition at the Rogue Invitational.  3 Events to start the weekend and a little Strongman and Strongwoman.

The Crew hangs out for lunch and talks what is going on in their lives as well as the big Rogue Invitational.  Who will win!  Is this the Games for some?

We talk about the weekend that was with TYR Wodapalooza SoCal and the Adaptive CrossFit Games.  We also talk about the Masters Fitness Championships happening this weekend. Plus Hurricanes affect on Beach Brawl.

We look at one of the busiest weekends on the offseason Calendar.  WheelWod and the Adaptive CrossFit Games have an awesome weekend. The TYR Cup debuts with an awesome trophy and nice new uniforms for the athletes at WZA So Cal, Rogue also announces who gets an invite from the "Q". Plus all the other news out there.

PFAA board members Brent Fikowski and Pat Vellner join Sean and Tommy to talk about the recent demands from the PFAA that were released following the conclusion of the CrossFit Games. They discuss why they feel Dave Castro needs to be removed from his position on the sport team, why they chose to release their demands prior to the conclusion of the investigation into Lazar Djukic's death and where they and the sport may go from here.

It is CrossFit Games Week and we are here to cover all the news that breaks this week.  We will let you know what the plan is for the week.  We Rank our top Teams.  Dave is releasing news daily as the week goes on.  IE4 has been released, plus we will chat about what is on your mind.

CrossFit General Manager of Sport and Education Dave Castro talks with Games veteran Pat Vellner about the upcoming 2024 CrossFit Games.—Watch the interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/spzW0O4qj6o?feature=shared—The CrossFit Games are the ultimate proving grounds for the Fittest Man and Fittest Woman on Earth™ and are world-renowned as the definitive test of fitness.Every year since 2007, fans from around the world have attended the multi-day sporting event, streamed the competition online, or watched on ESPN, CBS, or a wide range of international broadcasts.The international field of play has included athletes from more than 120 countries. The CrossFit Games starts in the qualifying round with 300,000+ athletes competing around the world. Throughout the season the field is whittled down to just 560 athletes. Learn more about the CrossFit Games → https://cf.games/games-learn-more Learn more about CrossFit → https://www.crossfit.com/what-is-cros... Find a CrossFit gym near you → https://www.crossfit.com/map?utm_sour... View CrossFit workouts → https://www.crossfit.com/workout?utm_... Subscribe to CrossFit email newsletters → https://www.crossfit.com/newsletters/...

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Details of the 2024 CrossFit Games continue to be revealed almost daily. We know two events the individuals will face in Fort Worth - "Chad" and "Run Swim." The Games are returning to ESPN for the second straight year. Find out how and where you can watch all the action.  Dave Castro is saying the CrossFit Games could be heading overseas sooner rather than later. We have another failed drug test out of semifinals. We'll tell you who is out and who is stepping in.  And the TYR Cup athletes continue to be revealed for TYR Wodapalooza SoCal. Pat Vellner joins the show and gives us his thoughts on what we know so far about the CrossFit Games, why training is so tough right now, the best trash talking moments he's witnessed and what if he walks away from CrossFit without having won the Games. This episode is sponsored by Thirdzy. Use the code "TEF" and the link below to save 20% and improve your sleep and recovery. https://thirdzy.com/TEF?utm_source=talking_elite_fitness&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=tef

The GWTP Game Show is BACK for another round and this time it's the men's turn! Welcome to "The 5 Horsemen" where we discuss who will win the 2024 CrossFit Games between Ricky Garard, Roman Khrennikov, Jeff Adler, Justin Medeiros and Pat Vellner. CrossFit Games analysts, Bill Grundler, Jeremy Austin, Tyler Watkins and John Young join the show to play the game and determine what male athlete will win the 2024 CrossFit Games.

We talk training Camps, Hiller being pulled from the Open, Dave's week in Review, Plus all the goofy stuff you love from the Podcast. Should the Open be Scaled?  What about a skills challenge like the NFL Pro Bowl?

Scott and Jamie break down the final off season event of the year and look ahead at what it all means for the upcoming CrossFit Games Season. Plus so much more!

After a weekend with horrible weather, changing workouts last minute and do the best they could with what they have, where does this leave us with outdoor competitions in the offseason.

We look at the final two events from the Elite Individual competition and the Masters and RX athletes hit the stage for the first time this weekend.

We break down the first day of Individual Competition from Wodapalooza. So many surprises from Jack Rozema, Colten Mertens, Sam Kwant, Rebecca Fusselier, Emma Cary and Arielle Loewen.  Weather impacted day 1 tremendously by changing workouts, dealing with rain, rain and more rain.  We will be back tomorrow at 8:00PM EST to break down the end of the Elite Individuals.

We talk about Wodapalooza, how the holidays went for the crew, and cold plunging with Charlie

We give out our 2023 awards and predict who might win them next year.  plus we clean up some stuff from the last few weeks that we ran out of time to discuss.

General Manager of CrossFit Dave Castro has kicked off a new series of guest programmers for the Workout of the Day on CrossFit.com. CrossFit has published a Workout of the Day every day since 2001. It has evolved to include scaling options and intended stimulus and is designed to be accessible to everyone — the new CrossFit athlete, the seasoned veteran, and anyone in between. This latest guest for .com's programming is Michele Letendre. Letendre is a six-time CrossFit Games veteran, former CrossFit Seminar Staff member, and founder and head coach at Deka CrossFit in Blainville, Quebec. In 2016, when Letendre retired from a career competing at the CrossFit Games, she knew she wanted to build something that would reflect her experience as an athlete, long-time coach, and Seminar Staff member. She put her experience to use and founded Deka Comp, where she's gone on to program and coach elite athletes, including 2023 Rogue Invitational champion and five-time Games podium finisher Pat Vellner.  Chase and Bill sit back and analyze the programming along side guest programmer Michele Letendre and walk through the potential patterns and processes they leaned on to create their workouts.

Today we welcome Pat Vellner back to the show for his second time. Pat had an incredible season this year, winning WZA on a team, being crowned the Second Fittest Man on Earth at the Games, and most recently winning the Rogue Invitational. We love having Pat on the show, he is fun to chat with and always speaks with passion and excitement about whatever topic is at hand. We cover everything from the challenges of parenthood while having two professions, his training, the differences between the Games and Rogue, his involvement in the PFAA and the CrossFit season, and what his thoughts are on what separates the top athletes from the rest. This was a fun one. Enjoy! Pat's IG: @pvellner •••• This episode is SPONSORED by: https://victorygrips.com/ Victory grips are the standard in hand protection plus they just launched their new Gym Affiliate Program.  As affiliate owners, they understand the demands of gym owners. Their goal is to keep their Gym Referral Program process as simple as possible.  You'll receive educational content, early access to upcoming releases and exclusive discounts for your members plus receive a percentage of the net sales.  

We catch up on all the CrossFit News pertaining to Justin and Mat doing a one off podcast, Boz appears on The Barbell Spin! do we have more answers?  Have we opened the door to more cheating? and so much more!

Another year of the Rogue Invitational has come and gone but this year may be the most memorable year ever for a variety of reasons. The race between Tia vs. Laura, Pat Vellner being Captain Never Die, Ricky Mac and Roman returning from injury but most importantly to us... the WEATHER and the PROGRAMMING. Chase and Bill sit down an analyze the programming and CHANGES in the programming of the 2023 Rogue Invitational

As we begin a bit of an off-season for the elite athletes we look to the 2024 CrossFit Games, who are the favorites? who will be the surprises? Who will fall off? plus so much more.

We wrap up the Rogue Invitational and see who won, who surprised us and who made a name this weekend.  We have Carolyne Prevost live from Austin, TX.

We breakdown the weekend at the Rogue Invitational and what has the crew been up to? Was Laura in a lose/lose situation? While Tia was in a Win/Win.  Who wins our mystery pack of Mint Trading Cards? Plus we talk a little legends and the Chandler Slide.

We recap the days events on Saturday at the Rogue Invitational with Carolyne Prevost Live in Austin, TX

We recap the days events from the Rogue Invitational with Carolyne Prevost live in Austin, TX Today was Seat at the Bar and The Circus plus a big Rain Delay and Monkey Bars in that Rain.  The day was dominated by Laura Horvath and Roman Khrennikov.  So much of the field ended up ripping hands that will play a factor moving into the next few days.

In this adrenaline-fueled episode, we're taking a close look at the epic rematch between Jeff Adler and Roman Khrennikov, two titans of CrossFit. If you thought their last encounter was intense, you won't want to miss this one! But the excitement doesn't stop there. We'll also dissect the performance of Pat Vellner, who came in 3rd at the CrossFit Games and narrowly missed victory at the Rogue Invitational last year. Is this his year to claim the top spot? And then there's the comeback story of Ricky Garard, who missed the Games due to injury but is back and hungrier than ever. What can we expect from this determined athlete in the Rogue Invitational? Tune in to uncover: The dynamic between Adler and Khrennikov – who will come out on top? Pat Vellner's quest for redemption and the Rogue Invitational title. Ricky Garard's triumphant return and his fight for victory. Whether you're a CrossFit fanatic or just curious about the action-packed world of fitness and competition, our podcast is your go-to source for in-depth analysis and expert insights. Join us for a riveting conversation that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Mix up your favorite cocktail, settle in, and let's explore the Rogue Invitational together.

We catch up with Daniel, what was it like to be Mentored by Matt O'Keefe? How was being the equipment Manager for two D1 Schools helped him find his passion.  Being surrounded by amazing people like Matt O'Keefe and Dylan Malitsky helped him grow.  Daniel is going to be a girl dad in a few short months and so much more.

The Crew gets together to discuss the upcoming offseason and what it could look like?  We talk belching on mute (Hopefully) Smelling bad after a hike.  Change Plate Tricks, Kari Pearce and Mitch McClune got married, Spencer Panchik Got married and what if someone threw a lot of money behind an alternate CrossFit League/Championship? Plus as always, you the viewers have a say in which direction the show goes, see you all there.

Michele is a good friend who we have been following within the CrossFit space since her days out on the competition floor as an athlete. Michele is a 6x CrossFit Games Athlete who has made the transition into the world of coaching, founding the programming company: Deka Comp. She was the first female CrossFit Games coach to break into the space, and she has had tremendous success having coached Pat Vellner to multiple podium finishes at the Games. Michele is not only smart but also very passionate about what she does. These traits are evident in our conversation with her on this episode. Give it a listen, and enjoy! Michele's IG: mich_letendre •••••⁠ ⁠ This episode is brought to you by Bubs Naturals -⁠ ⁠ We are so thankful to have them as a partner of Power Monkey Camp this year - they brought the GOODS:⁠ ⁠ Collagen Powder, MCT Oil Powder, Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies, Coffee, and their newest electrolytes, Hydrate or Die,⁠ ⁠ It's packed with 2000mg of electrolytes which is 5 times more than other sports drinks, there's no added sugar, it's NON GMO, Gluten Free, Vegan...you name it, they've covered it with their powder. ⁠ ⁠ USE code "POWERMONKEY" for 20% off your first order of BUBS.⁠  

Pat Vellner and his coach Michele Letendre join the show to talk about Pat's recent second place finish at the 2023 NOBULL CrossFit Games. Plus, we have more clarity on what was wrong with Justin Medeiros in Madison and the Buttery Bros. continue to crush it.

All the individual semifinals tests have been revealed! Pat Vellner joins Sean, Tommy, Lauren and Brian Friend as they break down each one, talk about what stands out and what information still needs to be released. Plus, find out what Pat does to wind up his good friend and fellow competitor Brent Fikowski.

Sean, Tommy and Lauren take a look back at the men's Quarterfinals. Oceania Correspondent Jeremy Austin joins the show to tell us who we should be watching from that regiona heading into Semifinals. Plus, we hear from Pat Vellner and Bjorgvin Karl Guomundsson after taking on the 5 tests this past weekend.

Three guests in one episode! Lauren Kalil, the newest member of the TEF team, stops by to talk about how she got started covering the sport and why she thought it was a good idea to work with Sean and Tommy. CrossFit's Senior Manager of Competition Dave Eubanks goes through the worldwide ranking system and explains the process of determinining strength of field and awarding additional Games spots at each semifinal. Pat Vellner closes things out with his reaction to the ranking system and talks about what it's like to have his very own training shoe.

Pat Vellner is an 8-time CrossFit Games competitor, 2020 Rogue Invitational Champion and the 3-time defending Wodapalooza Champion. We talk to him about his experience at the CrossFit Games last year, coming up short in the final event of the 2022 Rogue Invitational, how the team of him, Brent Fikowski and Jeff Adler came together for Wodapalooza and what it would take for him to consider going team for the CrossFit Games.