The CrossFit Podcast

Liang Kong was the first Chinese coach to join the CrossFit Seminar Staff. CrossFit is rapidly gaining traction in China, the world’s most populous nation, with an average of one new affiliate opening each week. Notable mentions: Sevan Matossian, Liang Kong, Dale Saran, Matt Bischel, Eric Maciel, CrossFit Seminar Staff, CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course, Vijay Raj, Erin Cafaro, Cherie Chan, Dave Castro, Nicole Carroll, Leah Polaski, Kevin Lim, Michael Dalton, Gary Roberts, Karianne Anthes, Karl Steadman.

Shiloh is 12 years old. He’s been doing CrossFit for 5 years, and he’s all in. Notable mentions: Shiloh Ellis, Mike Burgener, CrossFit Free, CrossFIt New England, Ben Bergeron, Katrin Davisdottor, “kettlebells4kids,” Chandler Walker, CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course.

Dr. Sean Rockett is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He’s also a member at CrossFit New England and part of the Games Medical Team. Rockett is experienced in treating injuries. As a CrossFit athlete, he’s also familiar with human movement and injury prevention. Check out his blog “321GOMD.com” for tips and tricks. Notable mentions: Sevan Matossian, Dr. Sean Rockett, Matt Bischel, Eric Maciel, Jonji Barber, Mat Fraser, Stephane Rochet, Ben Bergeron, Heather Bergeron, "321GoMD.com," Patrick Vellner, Kirsten Pedri, Hayley Matossian, Rich Froning, Dan Bailey, Katrín Davíðsdóttir, Dave Castro, Patrick Vellner, Ben Bergeron,

Karianne Anthes didn’t know how much CrossFit would change her life when she started training a group of women at a local park in Morristown, New Jersey. By 2008, she had opened her own affiliate, CrossFit Morristown. There, she serves a double role as passionate affiliate owner and coach. She is now a Certified CrossFit Coach (CF-L4), as well as Dave Castro’s whisperer during the Games. Notable mentions: Sevan Matossian, Karianne Anthes, Paul Farmiga, Matt Bischel, Eric Maciel, Dave Castro, Jon Gilson, Maggie Tincher, CrossFit Morristown, Tom Brady, Todd Widman, Greg Glassman, Hope for Kenya, Josh Bridges, Bill Anthes, David Osorio, "Behind the Scenes" series

Dan Bailey enters the “un-safe” room once again. Sevan and Matt provide 10 suggestions to make today’s guest better, including, “Stop missing the Games.” Notable mentions: Sevan Matossian, Dan Bailey, Matt Bischel, Eric Maciel, Cara Hipskind, Hayley Matossian, Sam Dancer, Aaron Hoff, Matt Bickel, Nicole Peyton, Jason Khalipa, Miranda Oldroyd, CrossFit Video Contest, Worldwide: Diabetes Video Contest, Mexico: Concurso de video, Brazil: Competição de vídeos, Danny Broflex, Rogue Fitness, Kevin Daigle, RIch Froning, Hilary Froning, Bill Henniger, Caity Matter Henniger, Dave Castro, Scott Panchik.

Paul Farmiga had emergency open-heart surgery. He claims that CrossFit helped him through the procedure physically and mentally. Listen to his story and contact him for more details. If you want to learn more about Farmiga's story, send your questions through the form on his website (https://takeheart.today/contact/) or via email (farmiga@gmail.com). Notable mentions: Paul Farmiga, Karianne Anthes, Dr. Bob Spears, Greg Glassman, Guerrilla Fitness: Montclair, CrossFit Morristown, CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course.

Chris Spealler has competed in seven CrossFit Games as an individual. He’s not only a legend in the CrossFit world but also an affiliate owner, husband and father. He recently released his autobiography, “Speal: A David and Goliath Story.” Notable mentions: Sevan Matossian, Chris Spealler, Andréa Maria Cecil, Matt Bischel, Eric Maciel, CrossFit Video Contest, Josh Bridges, Mikko Salo, Rob Orlando, Kara Webb, Annie Thorisdottir, Camille Leblanc-Bazinet, Rich Froning, “Speal: A David and Goliath Story," Aaron Hoff, Dan Bailey, Heber Cannon, Noah Ohlsen, Katrin Davidsdottir, Ben Bergeron, Heather Bergeron, Dave Castro, Rob Forte, Mat Fraser, Jason Khalipa, Tahoe Throwdown: Rogue Vs. Again Faster, Pat Sherwood, Josh Bunch.

Noah Ohlsen finished one spot shy of the podium at the 2017 Reebok CrossFit Games. He talks with the podcast crew about his journey into the Sport of Fitness and experiences as a Games athlete. Notable mentions: Sevan Motassian, Noah Ohlsen, Eric Maciel, Matt Bischel, Joann Leigh, Dave Castro, Brooke Wells, Andrew Gwinn, Brooke Ence, Patrick Vellner, Chris Spealler, Mat Fraser, Katrin Tanja Davidsdottir, Annie Thorisdottir, Sara Sigmundsdottir, Tyson Oldroyd, Emily Abbott, Sam Dancer, Marston Sawyers, Guido Trinidad, Ronnie Teasdale, Ben Smith, Rich Froning, Kenneth Leverich, Hillary Froning, Chuck Carswell, Jenni Orr, CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course.

Heber Cannon, Marston Sawyers and Mariah Moore are the creators of CrossFit’s most popular documentaries. The three filmmakers join the show and talk about the latest movie, “The Redeemed and the Dominant.” Notable mentions: Sevan Matossian, Mariah Moore, Marston Sawyers, Heber Cannon, Eric Maciel, Harvey Weinstein, Tyson Oldroyd, Quentin Tarantino, Connor Sparkman, Jenna Cannon, Torin Simpson, CrossFit Ohana, Nick Massie, “Cooking With Nick Massie: Meatza,” Ian Wittenber, “Froning: The Fittest Man in History - Official Trailer,” “Fittest On Earth 2015 - Official Trailer,” “Fittest On Earth: A Decade of Fitness – Official Trailer,” Rich Froning, Jason Khalipa, Scott Panchik, Katrín Davíðsdóttir, Mat Fraser, Dave Castro, Kevin Ogar, Carey Peterson, Sara Sigmundsdóttir, Ricky Garard, Tia-Clair Toomey, Kara Webb, Annie Thorisdottir.

Aaron Hoff is the owner of CrossFit Poipu and founder of the Keala Foundation. Hoff has been clean and sober for over 20 years. With CrossFit as his vehicle, Hoff is on a mission to deliver a safe and positive space for the youth of Hawaii. Notable mentions: Sevan Matossian, Aaron Hoff, Matt Bickel, Matt Bischel, Eric Maciel, Sam Dancer, CrossFit Poipu, Rory Zambard, CrossFit Kids, addiction, recovery, Greg Glassman, The Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run, Zach Forrest, CrossFit Kekaha, Keale Victorino, Lilly Thompson, Chris Cooper, Click here to GIVE - Campaign For Kekaha.

Matt Bickel is back on the show, joined by banana-hammock-wearing Sam Dancer. The new housemates discuss training, faith, and their health and fitness goals. Notable mentions: Sevan Matossian, Sam Dancer, Matt Bickel, Matt Bischel, Eric Maciel, Nick Massie, Ice Age Meals, Paleo Nick, CrossFit Invictus, Cara Hipskind, Eugene Monroe, Dr. Bob Spears, Jennifer Nobis-Dancer, Chris Cooper, Mark Divine, Brooke Wells, Cody Mooney.

Chris Cooper, author of “Two-Brain Business,” is back on the show.

Mr. Vellner is back! Today we hear tales from the CrossFit Games and training, and thoughts on the future of the competition. Notable mentions: Sevan Matossian, Patrick Vellner, Tyson Oldroyd, Eric Maciel, Matt Bischel, Brent Fikowski, Emily Abbott, Mat Fraser, Scott Panchik, Rob Forte, Cody Mooney, Tim Paulson, Jason Carroll, Zeke Grove, Ben Smith, Spencer Panchik, Saxon Panchik, Alec Smith, Dane Smith, Logan Collins, Noah Ohlsen, Brooke Ence, James Fitzgerald, Jason Khalipa, Rich Froning, Graham Holmberg, Greg Glassman, Dave Castro, Emily Abbott, Ronnie Teasdale.

Third-fittest man on Earth Patrick Vellner sits down with Sevan and Matt. The Canadian is a busy guy, balancing his training schedule, school and relationships. Notable Mentions: Sevan Matossian, Patrick Vellner, Matt Bischel, Eric Maciel, Rich Froning, Mat Fraser, Noah Ohlsen, Brent Fikowski, Josh Bridges, Elijah Muhammad, Cirque du Soleil, Kara Webb, Ricky Garard, Garret Fisher, Jason Carroll, Julian Alcaraz, Jeff Patzer, Wes Piatt, Christian Lucero, Brooke Ence.

Four years after his tragic accident, Kevin Ogar continues to be an inspiration. He is a successful affiliate owner, Level 1 Seminar Staff member, and vice president of the Reveille Project, a nonprofit that uses fitness, nutrition and community to support post-active-duty veterans with mood disorders. On today’s show, Ogar reflects on the accident, training for USA Para Powerlifting, and what it’s like to live as a paraplegic. Notable mention: Sevan Matossian, Kevin Ogar, Matt Bischel, Eric Maciel, Ogar: Will of Steel, Carey Peterson, Jay Vera, Megan Combies, Chris Stoutenburg, Wheel WOD, Zack Ruhl, Joshua Rucker, Dr. Bob Spears, Barbells for Boobs, Mat Fraser, Tyler Lasley, CrossFit Fringe, Matthew Bickel, CrossFit Specialty Course: Adaptive Training, Craig Hospital, Megan John, Johnathan Haynes, Zionna Hanson, Alec Zirkenbach, Logan Aldridge, Zach Forrest, Ben Smith, Brooke Ence, Brooke Wells.