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- It's time to finish up where we started almost 8 years ago. Marston Sawyers and Heber Cannon, aka "The Buttery Bros" join Sean, Tommy and Lauren for a trip down memory lane as the crew says goodbye for now.
Thanks to everyone who has listened and supported us for the last 8 years. We are extremely grateful for your support and look forward to seeing all of you at events around the world. Remember to take care of each other, be better and we will talk to you all again sometime. What we learned from the Mayhem Classic and what it Could Mean for the Future of the Sport
24/04/2026 | 52 mins.The first in-person semifinal is officially behind us. The 2026 Mayhem Classic sent the first 6 individuals to the CrossFit Games, but it also showed us a potential way forward for the sport of fitness. Sean and Tommy discuss the key learnings from the event, how they think it could shape things in the coming years and what moments stood out from the competiton.- Thousands of reps were performed during Quarterfinals, but it's the one that wasn't done that is getting the most attention. Sean, Tommy and Lauren break down the penalty for Jay Crouch's missed overhead squat. Was it fair or was it over the top? Also, Semifinals start this weekend with the Mayhem Classic in Cookeville, TN. It's the system we have, but is there a better way to organize this crucial stage of the season?
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. - In-person competition is one week away as Semifinals get kicked off in Cookeville, Tennessee with the Mayhem Classic. Rory McKernan joins the show to preview the competition, talk about the things most people don't know about when it comes to putting on an event like this and what the future might hold for the Mayhem Classic. Plus, Ro takes time to pay tribute to Rob Orlando.
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 how you sleep and recover.
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CrossFit Games Analysts Sean Woodland and Tommy Marquez and Lauren Kalil, bring you all the latest information, updates, and analysis on the sport of fitness, and the CrossFit community.
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