Podcasts by Ben Garves Podcast: Fitness, Nutrition, and Activism

Affirmations: the hot new thing replacing New Year's goals from 2022-01-02T17:00

We’re not strangers to the concept of ‘goals’. There are so many gurus out there championing the idea of putting your goals down on paper to make them more clear, voicing them out into the unive...

What's a Brazilian butt lift and why's it so dangerous? from 2021-10-21T07:00

Your Brazilian butt lift may bite you in the butt. Sorry. That headline was just asking for a dad joke.

Spend ten minutes on social media nowadays and it's hard to ignore the emphasis...

When should you get tested for diabetes? from 2021-09-01T06:00

Updated screening recommendations for Type 2 diabetes suggests your doctor start testing you at a younger age.

The USPSTF, which stands for the United States Preventive Services Task Force...

How to talk to a parent about aging and losing facilities from 2021-08-31T07:00

Oh, aging. We keep talking about it. 

It’s hard not to talk about aging, as a growing number of the baby boomer generation hit retirement age and begin to test the limits of our healthcare...

The stunning science behind fitness trackers from 2021-08-27T06:00

Between your phone, your watch, your pedometer, your glasses, your shoes, and your headphones, fitness devices are everywhere. In fact, some fitness devices have their own tracking devices in a ...

3 life hacks that fail miserably from 2021-08-26T06:00

There are so many incredible life hacks out there that work, but for every functioning life hack, there are probably hundreds of money-printing psuedoscience ideas that don’t. Let’s talk about t...

Learning from breast cancer survivors and weight loss from 2021-08-23T06:00

A study published in July and shared by the American Institute for Cancer Research share...

Should we be worried about these Coronavirus mutations? from 2020-12-22T13:00

Today we’re wading in on what we know about Coronavirus mutations, if they affect the effectiveness of our vaccines, if they make the virus more deadly, and if these mutations are common.

Should I wear a mask after getting the COVID Vaccine? from 2020-12-21T12:00

Wearing a mask after getting vaccinated against COVID-19 - everyone is asking - is it still necessary? We’ll dig into this today, especially in the light of the emergency use approval for a seco...

Justice Amy Coney Barret Does CrossFit - Should We Care? from 2020-12-18T06:00

On top of a global pandemic and an election year, we had a small war for control of the Supreme Court in 2020. Woof. How is that relevant? Well, did you know Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barr...

Aging, Flexibility, and the Apple Watch from 2020-12-17T08:00

If you’re a fitness tech fanatic like I am, you’ve been jumping into all sorts of mobility tools out there, like The Ready State, ROMWOD, and GOWOD. There’s a new one coming, and it’s something ...

Medical Racism: What Was the Tuskegee Experiment? from 2020-12-16T06:00

With the rollout of the first COVID-19 vaccine in the US this week, media coverage has been incessant about distrust of our medical industry in the black community. I’ve noticed very few of them...

Can you get COVID and Flu? from 2020-12-15T06:00

People put in a lot of effort to push for vaccination every year when the flu season rolls around, but we’re seeing an even larger effort this year in light of COVID-19. Want to know why? That’s...

COVID-19 Vaccine: When can you get vaccinated, and what will it be like? from 2020-12-14T06:00

It’s a huge day in the United States because it’s the day the Electoral College casts their votes in the presidential election, but also, front line workers around the nation will be punching th...

The Garmin Hack: We Don't Negotiate With Terrorists from 2020-08-20T06:00

I recently watched the movie Air Force One, partially to reminisce on a classic Harrison Ford movie and partially to reminisce on what it was like to have a badass president. One of the most ico...

The Big Business of Anti-Aging Products from 2020-08-18T18:00

Okay, is it just me, or does the world have an unhealthy aversion to the idea of aging? There’s a statistic story in TIME, titled: “COVID-19 Isn't the First Pandemic to Affect Minori...

COVID-19 Heart Damage from 2020-08-17T06:00

When it comes to COVID-19, we talk a lot about the lung symptoms - the way the lungs inflame and fill with fluid, preventing oxygen from being passed into your blood system. What’s talked less a...

Canada Says Obesity Isn't Weight-based from 2020-08-16T06:00

Canada is doing something I think the whole world can learn from, but take it with a grain of salt. They’re changing the way they ...

Kids and Coronavirus from 2020-08-15T06:00

Those of you who are parents know that your kids can be great at so many things. Chiefly among those skills, like saying the darndest things and sometimes being cute, is a unique ability to carr...

Diversity in the Gym from 2020-08-14T18:00

I talk a lot about the importance of our efforts to diversify the communities we serve with our health and fitness work. Today I’m going to read you an Listen

Can You Get COVID Twice? from 2020-08-12T09:00

There seems to be a huge list of misinformation out there regarding COVID-19, antibodies, and immunity. So I thought I’d take some time this morning to tell you there is no evidence, there is no...

We're All Suffering from Peloton FOMO from 2020-08-11T06:00

 Is anyone else feeling just a little left out because they’re not rich enough to join this Peloton craze? Trust me. I’d tear it up on one of these bikes if I could, but I’m just apparently not ...

Pandemic Inside a Pandemic: Opioid Abuse in America from 2020-08-10T06:00

You’ve probably seen or heard headlines the past few weeks that opioid abuse and overdoses have exploded over the course of quarantine. The stories seem to echo across the country. In Illinois’ ...

Over-training During Quarantine from 2020-08-09T06:00

Today, let’s talk about overtraining. It’s something many of us are facing right now with limited outlets for our time and energy. Personally, I’m nursing a strained MCL after going from a few C...

Healthy Black Children Are 3.5x More Likely to Die 30 Days after Surgery from 2020-08-08T06:00

Let’s talk more about racial disparity in our country.

It affects us in so many more ways than most people realize and recognize. Research recently published in the Journal of Pediatrics f...

Author and Video Producer Erik Eff - Pig with a Crown from 2020-08-07T06:00

Today on the podcast I speak with author and award-winning video producer Erik Eff about his new book "Pig with a Crown". This gorgeous book, illustrated by Irving Herrera, is a modern...

Participating in a COVID-19 Vaccine Trial from 2020-08-06T06:00

What is it like participating in one of the COVID-19 vaccine trials running right now? Many people want to know as the world rushes to educate themselves in what the expedited vaccine developmen...

Fitness Promotes Stronger Bones as You Age from 2020-08-05T06:00

‘Aging’ is the topic of the day, as a research article published mid-July found an association between older participants’ physi...

Why the Pandemic Has Been Good for Fitness in America from 2020-08-04T06:00

Today we are talking about a story in TIME, titled “The Pandemic Is Turning Americans Against the Gym. That Could Be a Good Thing f...

Housing Inequality and Heart Disease from 2020-08-03T06:00

Today we are talking about a recent statement from the American Heart Association which fo...

Welcome to the new Ben Garves Podcast from 2020-08-01T06:00

Welcome to the first episode of the newly-pivoted podcast. It will no longer be known as the WODDITY Podcast for News About CrossFit. You’re now listening to the Ben Garves podcast, a daily show...

Our Last Episode About CrossFit from 2020-06-11T07:00

For full show notes, please see WODDITY: https://woddity.com/our-last-episode-about-crossfit/

Good morning everyone. I want to apologize for being silent yesterday. I was frustrated and...

This is not ‘cancel culture’, this is fighting systematic injustice from 2020-06-09T08:00

I’m going to keep it short and sweet today because my intent is to try to communicate to Cody Anderson why his statement...

The Weekend’s Aftermath: A Unified Community from 2020-06-08T08:00

See full show notes at WODDITY: https://woddity.com/the-weekends-aftermath-a-unified-community/

If you sat me down with a pen and some paper and told me to write down the craziest 72 ho...

WODDITY Set to Denounce CrossFit, Inc from 2020-06-05T09:00

So here’s the core point I’m trying to make. Following the example of Petworth Fitness and hoping we can continue to be the voice of change in our community, WODDITY will be formally denouncing ...

Sharing"Uncomfortable Conversations With a Black Man" from 2020-06-04T07:00

No news today, so instead we're sharing this great resource on how to better-understand how to begin having a conversation about racial inequality in our community. Audio is courtesy of Listen

CrossFit’s Noticeable Silence on Racial Inequality from 2020-06-03T08:00

For full show notes, please go to: https://woddity.com/crossfits-noticeable-silence-on-racial-inequality/

CrossFit has been awkwardly and very noticeably silent on racial injustice, EZ ...

[BLACK] CrossFit’s New [LIVES]Twitter Account [MATTER] from 2020-06-02T08:00

For full show notes, see WODDITY.com: https://woddity.com/black-crossfits-new-lives-twitter-account-matter/ 

It is a new day. Full of fresh opportunities, endless possibilities, and unf...

Debating Racial Diversity in CrossFit from 2020-06-01T08:00

For full show notes: https://woddity.com/debating-racial-diversity-in-crossfit/

So here we go. Diversity in the CrossFit community was a topic we worked hard to cover in the month of Fe...

WATCH: Norway’s ATA Games Live on YouTube from 2020-05-29T07:00

CrossFit competition returns this weekend with the ATA Games being streamed live from Norway, Reebok now sells face masks, and LifeAid’s Mothers of Fitness episode two is now out.

Good mor...

Dave Castro’s 2020 CrossFit Games Clues from 2020-05-28T08:00

Full episode show notes are available at WODDITY.com: 
 
Dave Castro has started posting clues for the 2020 CrossFit Games, Elite Sports Insider is profiling CrossFit athletes, and Matt ...

CrossFitter Angelo Castricone: “Labor of Love” Reality Show from 2020-05-26T08:00

Labor of Love is the latest network show to feature a CrossFit athlete, Hunter McIntyre misses his Murph goal, we peek at the Dubai CrossFit...

CrossFit’s Ongoing Efforts in Lockdown from 2020-05-22T08:03:28

CrossFit’s reality right now can be summarized in a few short key phrases: COVID-19, social distancing, masks, essential businesses, and gym closures...

2020 Mayhem Madness Team Competition Details from 2020-05-21T08:18:45

Rich Froning’s Mayhem Madness team competition is coming together nicely, Morning Chalk Up is now starting to gate content for members only, and Gillette...

Pro Sports in California, Are Gyms Essential Business? from 2020-05-20T08:34:41

Good news for the CrossFit Games as the state of California looks to potentially begin lifting restrictions on pro sporting events.

CrossFit Finalizes Theofanidis Doping Sanctions from 2020-05-18T08:01:05

CrossFit finalizes Lefteris Theofanidis drug sanctions, announces Alanna Fisk is in the appeals process, Dave Castro talks tough decisions for the 2020...

Athletes Share Reconfirmation and Cancellation Emails from 2020-05-15T07:23:20

Two versions of an email sent by CrossFit to athletes are floating around out there: one for those like Kelsey Kiel who have lost their CrossFit Games...

CrossFit: Solution to the World's Greatest Problem from 2020-05-14T07:33:47

We have an elegant solution to the world’s greatest problem and we have been the tip of the spear on the front lines for more than a decade fighting...

Major CrossFit Games Changes Cuts Hundreds from 2020-05-12T07:56:37

Annie and Katrin are back with more episodes of Dottir Talks, LifeAid’s new series talks athlete motherhood, and Friday’s announcement from CrossFit makes a deep cut to the 2020 CrossFit Games field.

More CrossFit Games Team Cancellation Developments from 2020-05-08T08:46:23

Our opinion piece last week on the Games doing away with the team competition this season looks to have gained some traction, as Morning Chalk Up has...

CrossFit’s Titan Games Takeover, Gym Defiantly Reopens from 2020-05-07T07:44:58

The Titan Games, hosted by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson are back bathed in CrossFit athletes, A CrossFit Affiliate in Florida opens illegally, and there...

Strongman Boxing Match: Eddie Hall Vs. Hafthor Bjornsson from 2020-05-06T08:24:28

Hafthor Bjornsson to box Eddie Hall for over a million dollars, three CrossFit athletes are in the return of the Titan Games, and something is being...

CrossFit Games Team Competition All but Cancelled from 2020-05-04T08:38:04

The writing is on the wall for the 2020 CrossFit Games team competition, tomorrow is the Reebok Nano X release date, and much much more.

Order Your Reebok Nano X CrossFit Shoes from 2020-04-28T10:43:57

The Reebok Nano X CrossFit shoe releases today in the UK and for Reebok UNLOCKED members in the United States. Our review is coming on Elite Sports...

GA Gyms Reopening: Global Warnings of Resurgence from 2020-04-27T08:38:53

CrossFit affiliates reopening in Georgia is not a good idea, the Asbury Park Summer Games has been postponed until next year, and we follow an athlete’s...

9 Stylish Colorways for the Reebok Nano X Release from 2020-04-22T16:59:09

We’ve now seen a total of nine Reebok Nano X colorways listed on Reebok.com, and two additional colorways (apparently secret, but not-so-secret) in the...

Forbes:"Uber Should Buy CrossFit."No, no, no, no. from 2020-04-21T12:01:29

No, the rumors of CrossFit being bought by Uber aren’t true, but the rumor of Forbes talking about it isn’t as outlandish as it sounds. Actually, it is...

3 Reasons You Should Support Morning Chalk Up from 2020-04-20T09:09:33

We just recorded the second episode of our Elite Sports Insider show. Morning Chalk Up is raising money, and has some important stats and guides for you.

CrossFit Games Returns to Aromas, Could Go Digital from 2020-04-17T12:08:08

CrossFit dropped a pretty wild bomb last night about the 2020 CrossFit Games. We’ll spend most of the show on that, plus a long list of honorable mentions.

The First Reebok Nano X Unboxing, With Tal Short from 2020-04-16T08:38:30

We continue with more deep diving into the new and soon-to-be-legendary Reebok Nano X CrossFIt shoe. Then, recipes from CrossFit.

Atlas Games Cancelled, More on Reebok Nano X from 2020-04-15T12:53:11

We get sad but candid news from the CrossFit Atlas Games. The Age Group Online Qualifier results have been pushed. And very few people, it turns out...

Reebok Nano X Release Date, CrossFit Games Confirmed from 2020-04-15T12:47:31

The Reebok Nano X release date has been confirmed for May 5th, but you can order a week early with a few quick steps. CrossFit has confirmed the CrossFit...

Elite Sports Insider, Gym Closures, Lowlands Cancelled from 2020-04-13T08:14:49

We launch our new YouTube live show, CrossFit Lowlands Throwdown is cancelled, and United in Movement goes big and stays home.

WHOOP Strap Validated by Scientific Study from 2020-02-21T04:00

Leading up to WODAPALOOZA, it’s been a relatively slow news week. Today, I scrape together one little story and try to make it last as long as possible.

7 Stories to Follow at WODAPALOOZA 2020 from 2020-02-19T07:00

Today we’ll talk everything you’ll ever need to know about and the important stories to follow at WODAPALOOZA in Miami this weekend.

All You Need to Know About WOD on the Waves from 2020-02-18T03:00

Slow news days mean we get to play. So, let’s talk about the 2020 WOD on the Waves fitness (and CrossFit) cruise of workouts and nutrition.

The Fittest Documentary, Norwegian Championship from 2020-02-17T10:03:46

Norwegian CrossFit Championship turns in a strong performance. The Fittest Documentary is available for presale, and Alexis Johnson suffers a big injury.

Podcast Special: Diversity in CrossFit Part 3 from 2020-02-13T23:59:47

Cooler heads will prevail as I revisit the CrossFit hatred blog post I shared yesterday. We’re back for part three of our diversity in CrossFit series.

Sarah Gibson's Lying OpEd, Podcast Roundup from 2020-02-13T03:01

Today I take on a blogger who wrote some really dumb stuff about CrossFit, round up the best podcast episodes of the week, and digress on globo gyms.

Sanctional Live Streams, Imposters Selling Junk from 2020-02-12T15:13:16

Outside media seems to focus a lot on Mat Frasers’ old alcohol abuse, imposters try to sell us gloves, and we talk Sanctional live streams.

CrossFit Games Stay in Madison Through 2023 from 2020-02-11T03:01

We have found some clues as to CrossFit’s plans for the future location of the CrossFit Games through 2023, and it’s not a gigantic surprise.

Podcast Special: Diversity in CrossFit, Part 2 from 2020-02-10T09:00

This month I’m featuring stories about diversity in the sport of fitness, and we’re continuing with Part 2 of that story today.

Podcast Special: Diversity in CrossFit, Part 1 from 2020-02-07T15:45:07

While celebrating our 100th episode, we start our foray into a month of episodes featuring stories about diversity in the CrossFIt.

A CrossFit Cruise and Dave Castro on Games Changes from 2020-02-06T14:12:35

Dave Castro opens up about the CrossFit Games changes. The WOD on the Waves CrossFit cruise is back and more epic than ever.

Super Size Me 2 Review, CrossFit Baby Boom from 2020-02-04T14:46:18

Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken is out and blowing minds. CrossFit has had a rash of outbreaks. Not CoronaVirus - it’s had an outbreak of pregnancies.

CrossFit CoronaVirus, Fittest Baby on Earth, Diversity from 2020-02-03T16:41:35

Today we have some Sanctional headlines, the CrossFit CoronaVirus, Tia-Clair Toomey’s Diet, and CrossFit diversity for Black History Month.

Shiny New Shoes, Apparel Drama, Lefteris'"S**t"Attitude from 2020-01-31T12:24:58

Lefteris Theofanidis has an attitude after positive PED test. Reebok Nano X leaks. CrossFit releases a vast swathe of 2020 CrossFit Games ticket details.

FloSports, Loud and Live Hate Us, Josh Bridges is Back from 2020-01-30T09:00

Nobody wants to pay for Sanctional live streams. Kristin Holte makes a small surgery detour. Josh Bridges makes his return this year.

CrossFit Dogs, Confused Magazines, Boxing and CrossFit from 2020-01-29T09:00

I see some CrossFit dog cuteness in your future. Outside Magazine: hear what they have to say now. Major boxing blogger swears by CrossFit.

Rich Froning Still Dominates as an Individual from 2020-01-28T15:44:13

Did Rich Froning Win the Mayhem Classic? More on CrossFit Vs. NSCA with Russ Greene, and an 80-year old CrossFit grandfather with a hero workout.

Depression and Suicide Prevention from 2020-01-21T15:19:12

If you’re depressed, in crisis, need someone to talk to, and a judgement-free environment, please call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

Mayhem Classic, Dani Speegle Wreck, Glassman on NSCA from 2020-01-13T19:20:59

Domination at the Mayhem Classic, Dani Speegle survives a wreck in Colorado, the new Nike React Metcon is released, and Glassman responds to NSCA suit.

Dani Speegle is Back, National Champions, Mayhem Classic from 2020-01-07T10:17:28

Dani Speegle is back and being amazing like always, here comes the Mayhem Classic, and the CrossFit Open is officially official.

The AMRAP Roundup to End AMRAP Roundups from 2020-01-06T10:14:36

We have thirteen big CrossFit news stories this morning, ranging from WODAPALOOZA to CBD, new CrossFit shoes to competing in prison.

WODDITY's 4 Best Top-10 Articles of 2019 ;) from 2020-01-01T13:35:52

We summarize all those top-10 articles from the New Year. AMRAP Roundup returns with stories about CrossFit and pregnancy, sponsor changes, and more.

20 Years of CrossFit, 2019 CrossFit Rap, The Phoenix from 2019-12-30T10:52:08

SCMP takes a look at 20 years of CrossFit, and the athletes and media coverage that shaped the community. The Phoenix is helping with fitness and addiction.

Happy Holidays, from WODDITY from 2019-12-25T14:31:35

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Solstice, Ramadan, or any other belief system I apologize for missing, I wish you the best.

Reebok Nano X Pictures Leak, Veganism, KBK Bankrupt from 2019-12-24T10:10:06

Reebok leaks images of the new Nano X CrossFit shoe. James Newbury goes vegan. We now know what happened to Kettlebell Kitchen: bankruptcy.

CrossFit for Older Adults, NSCA Lawsuit, The Foundry Noise from 2019-12-06T13:35:48

ProjectStrong is helping older adults stay functional using CrossFit methodology. The Foundry in Chicago is an affiliate under fire for noise complaints.

NSCA Ordered to Pay Nearly $4M in CrossFit's Legal Fees from 2019-12-05T10:34:05

The NSCA has been ordered to pay nearly $4 million in CrossFit's legal fees surrounding discovery of documents they've reportedly deleted or obstructed.

Dating App for CrossFitters Taken Down, New Nike Metcon from 2019-12-04T11:36:49

The dating app for CrossFitters, WODAboutADate has been taken down due to IT issues. A coach has written an open letter to Dave Castro about the Open.

Roman Khrennikov Is Not a Spy, Pandaland is Coming from 2019-12-03T18:02:21

Despite all the rumors swirling around him, Russian National Champion Roman Khrennikov is not a spy. Pandaland will be the third Sanctional of the season.

Rich Froning on Men's Health Cover, Open 20.5 Penalties from 2019-12-02T09:00

Rich Froning is featured on the cover of the January 2020 edition of Men's Health Magazine. CrossFit has issued penalties for the final Open workout.

Black Friday CrossFit Gifts, CrossFit is Back on Instagram from 2019-11-29T09:25:22

Our fitness holiday gift guide has the best gift ideas for CrossFit. CrossFit is back on Instagram. Ben Bergeron speaks at a TEDx event. Johnathan Haynes...

What is WODDITY? Live Streaming 28 Sanctionals. from 2019-11-27T07:00

WODDITY wasn't designed to replace Morning Chalk Up, BoxRox, The Barbell Spin, Talking Elite Fitness, or the Buttery Bros. But we are live streaming it ALL.

Filthy150, Faser's Tattoo, Jessica Danger on CrossFit Toby from 2019-11-25T09:05:49

Jessica Danger from Morning Chalk Up and Fresh Cup of Fitness weighs in on balancing parenthood, work, and fitness. Mat Fraser has a wild new tattoo.

Sweet Filthy150 Workouts and Movements, AMRAP Roundup from 2019-11-21T07:27:59

CrossFit Filthy150 kicks off tomorrow and we have links to the live streams. The event is paving the way with cool workouts and unique movements.

CrossFit Has a This is Us Problem, Not the Other Way Around from 2019-11-20T10:07:57

This is Us, a hit TV show, has painted CrossFit in a negative light and is shaming an actor and character for losing weight and being healthy.

James Newbury's Words on PEDs, AMRAP Roundup from 2019-11-19T10:17:30

James Newbury speaks out against PED usage. CNN is investigating Cookeville. Sort of. Lukas Hogberg is moving to Spain. Kettlebell Kitchen is still closed.

More On Kettlebell Kitchen’s Closure, More Failed Drug Tests from 2019-11-18T10:14:35

WODDITY is investigating the strange death of Kettlebell Kitchen and wants your help. There are also more drug sanctions and possible more Madison, WI.

Fraser on 3rd-Place Finish, Thuri Helgadottir Injured from 2019-11-15T10:23:36

Mat Fraser talks about placing third in the 2020 CrossFit Open. Thuri Helgadottir tells the world about her shoulder injury before the Open.

Mackenzie Christie’s Olympic Weightlifting Pageant Talent from 2019-11-14T09:20:27

Another holiday gift idea. Mackenzie Christie’s does a heavy snatch and clean and jerk as a pageant talent. Kristof Horvath in biking accident.

CrossFit Open Closure, Our Holiday Gift Guide for Fitness from 2019-11-13T10:12:52

I know what you're thinking. What do we do with ourselves now that the CrossFit Open is (closed?) Try taking a look at WODDITY's holiday fitness gift guide.

7 Exciting Stories to Watch on the CrossFit Open Leaderboard from 2019-11-12T10:54:01

CrossFit Open Leaderboard submissions are being finalized and we're watching seven crucial stories develop. Mat Fraser may have been passed by Patrick Vellner, and more.

Torian Pro Winners, CrossFit Noise, Dani Speegle Money from 2019-11-11T10:29:53

CrossFit Coolidge Corner is in dispute with a neighbor over gym noise. Dani Speegle talks how she makes a living. Torian Pro winners are some big names.

Kettlebell Kitchen Closes Its Doors. Brooke Ence is Back. from 2019-11-08T09:30:11

Kettlebell Kitchen announced Thursday they will no longer be a meal delivery service. CrossFit Open 20.5 is a brand new take. Brooke Ence will be back to...

Fittest in Cape Town Cancelled. Castro is Sporking Around. from 2019-11-07T09:44:59

CrossFit's Fittest in Cape Town took to Instagram yesterday to announce they are postponing indefinitely. Dave Castro posted a picture of a utensil.

Where is Castro’s 20.5 Clue? How to Watch Open 20.5. from 2019-11-06T11:24:19

We are on the search for Dave Castro's 20.5 workout clue. WODDITY will not be hosting a live stream of 20.5, but we know who will be. Reebok has a new Nano.

Dave Castro’s First 20.5 Clue, Open Leaderboard Update from 2019-11-05T11:37:40

Dave Castro first 20.5 clue came a little earlier this week, with him sharing at the end of his 20.4 workout that the fifth workout will be unlike...

6 Top CrossFit Stories Today, Open Leaderboard Update from 2019-11-04T10:44:05

We dig through the 6 top CrossFit stories today, including 15 year-old Emma Carry, who's dominating in the adult elite category.

What is Open 20.4? Live Stream Drama and Apologies. from 2019-11-01T13:06:55

What is Open 20.4? The fourth workout of the 2020 CrossFit Open is a long chipper with three movements. With 20 minutes on the clock, athletes will...

Today: Watch 20.4 Live Here, CrossFit Issues 42 Penalties from 2019-10-31T10:53:22

Watch the 20.4 live stream. We talk 20.2 penalties, the Lefteris Theofanidis video review, and Morning Chalk Up is hiring for a senior role.

Dave Castro’s 20.4 Clue, Rogue Invitational Details from 2019-10-30T12:37:15

Dave Castro's 20.4 clue is an old legend. Rogue Invitational details are out. 20.2 winners have been finalized. CrossFit Open video review process deets.

Rogue’s Stadium, 20.4 Announcement, 20.4 Predictions from 2019-10-29T10:51:27

About Rogue’s CrossFit stadium. How to watch the 20.4 announcement live stream. 20.4 workout predictions. Current Open leaderboard standings.

Reebok RF2, 20.4 Live Stream, James Newbury Breaks Back from 2019-10-28T13:11:03

Rich Froning 2 (Reebok RF2) leaks from Reebok. We have the 20.4 live stream. More on Lukas Hogberg's withdrawal. James Newbury broke his back.

20.3 CrossFit Workout, Jacob Heppner, Brooke Wells from 2019-10-25T13:09:41

The 20.3 CrossFit Workout is a repeat of 18.4, Jacob Heppner and Brooke Wells had controversial performances in this workout, so this is going to be very...

Dubai'Fittest'Doc, 20.1 Penalties, Hogberg Withdraws from 2019-10-24T11:20:01

The "Fittest in Dubai" documentary is available for pre-sale. Lukas Hogberg has withdrawn from the Open. Briggs and Aegidius are hit by penalties in 20.1.

Glassman De-Affiliates Gym, Buttery Bros + Film Festival from 2019-10-23T10:48:52

Greg Glassman removes problematic affiliate. The Buttery Bros will be at the NOBULL Fitness Film Festival. Startup is building functional fitness shoes.

ESPNW, Reykjavik, 20.3 Stream, Filthy 150, CrossFit in Space from 2019-10-22T11:24:18

Davidsdottir represents at ESPNW summit. We have the 20.3 live stream. Filthy 150 has a huge roster. An astronaut did Murph on the space station.

20.3, Norwegian Championship, 20.4, Annie Thorisdottir from 2019-10-21T14:14:35

Norwegian Sanctional opening CrossFit gym. Their 20.3 live stream with Kristin Holte and Nicolay Billaudel. Italian Throwdown to host Annie Thorisdottir.

20.2 Workout Woes, Live Stream Problems, 20.3 Details from 2019-10-18T13:21:05

The 20.2 workout is a treacherous one. Treacherous enough to take down two live streams. We'll host a live stream for 20.3.

Open 20.2 Announcement. Castro's Grass. Dirt Sandwich. from 2019-10-17T10:18:16

Watch the 20.2 CrossFit Open announcement live with WODDITY. Dave Castro posts another workout clue. Brent Fikowski eats a dirt sandwich as a part of Tra...

CrossFit's Website, Personalized Health Summit, 20.2 Stream from 2019-10-16T11:01:54

CrossFit has made a small but strategic change to their homepage. Kara Saunders and James Newbury are speaking at a health summit. The 20.2 workout live...

20.2 Announcement, NOBULL's Film, 20.1 Results from 2019-10-15T12:21

Watch the 20.2 Open announcement with WODDITY. NOBULL's new short film has a trailer with Katrin Davidsdottir, Brooke Wells, and Tia Clair Toomey.

20.2 Live Stream, 20.1 Guides, CrossFit Drug Testing from 2019-10-14T11:15:09

20.2 is coming. Watch the 20.2 Open Live Stream with us. All the 20.1 Open guides have been put in one place. Go inside the CrossFit drug testing lab.

20.1 Open Analysis and Tips, Fragkou's Drug Test from 2019-10-11T13:24:53

The Open 20.1 workout involves bar-facing burpees and ground-to-overhead barbells. Anna Fragkou fails a drug test. Annie Thorisdottir gets transparent.

Watch: CrossFit Open Live, More Dave Castro Donkeys from 2019-10-10T12:36:27

Watch CrossFit Open live announcement analysis with WODDITY tonight. Tommy Marquez has more to say about Castro's donkeys. Froning has a big day.

Open 20.1 Workout, Athlete Reactions, KT Trombetta's Ban from 2019-10-09T10:29:47

Dave Castro's latest CrossFit Open 20.1 hint makes us think we know what the workout is. So does Jacob Heppner, Kristi Eramo, and Chandler Smith...

CrossFit Open Predictions, Kristin Holte for 20.3 from 2019-10-08T13:35:51

CrossFit Open 2020 predictions, taking a look at past performances of athletes like Tia-Clair Toomey, Mat Fraser, Sara Sigmundsdottir, and more.

Open 20.1 Live Stream, NOBULL Podcast, Southwest Champ from 2019-10-07T13:31:40

Watch the 20.1 live stream with WODDITY. NOBULL has announced their new Behind the Horns podcast. Southwest Championship drama continues with unpaid staff.

CrossFit Games Prizes, Open 20.1, 20.2, 20.3, 20.5 from 2019-10-04T12:55:35

Justine Beath is pregnant. CrossFit Open live stream details. Dubai CrossFit Championship documentary. NOBULL Fitness Film Festival.

OUT in the OPEN, CanWest is Very Canadian from 2019-10-03T13:05:14

OUT in the Open hosts an all-inclusive CrossFit Open leaderboard. The CanWest Games is inviting the top-20 Canadians. NOBULL + Breast Cancer.

Tia, 20.5, Bob Harper, CrossFit Op-Ed, 3x Panchik, Nuuness from 2019-10-02T13:12:27

Norwegian Sanctional offers qualifier prizes. Bob Harper feature. Two viewpoints on CrossFit with Op-Eds. Nuun offers Nuuness prize.

NOBULL's Film Festival and Dress Shoe, Internet Bullying from 2019-10-01T12:17:31

NOBULL has released a dress shoe and is going to host a film festival in New York. Rich Froning underwent a hair transplant. I have words about bullying.

20.1 Live Stream, Rep Cutting, Super Teams are Back from 2019-09-30T12:08:05

WODDITY is hosting a 20.1 CrossFit Open Live Stream. Morning Chalk Up talks rep cutting. Super teams are back with the Filthy 150.

CrossFit's 10-Year Affiliate Summit, Mat Fraser's New Coach, CrossFit Open Judge Certification from 2019-09-27T13:46:15

Mat Fraser is now being coached by Tia-Clair Toomey's husband and coach, Shane Orr. Greg Glassman met with 10-year affiliates in Whistler.

20.1 Open Announcement, Soledad O'Brien's Endorsement, Ghost Town Workout from 2019-09-26T12:24:32

CrossFit has released details about the 20.1 CrossFit Open live stream workout announcement. Soledad O'Brien is a believer. WODDITY goes to Wyoming for a...

CrossFit Open 20.5, Jacob Heppner and Chandler Smith Taking on Hunter McIntyre from 2019-09-25T13:05:56

Tia-Clair Toomey leaks details about CrossFit Open 20.5 and the workout announcement. Jacob Heppner, Chandler Smith, and Sean Sweeney are taking on Hunter McIntyre on his OCR turf.

Alexis Johnson Wins Beach Brawl, Lindy Barber is Engaged from 2019-09-24T13:21:15

Alexis Johnson, Chloe Smith, Cassidy Lance-McWherter, and Rachel Garibay throw down at the Beach Brawl. Lindy Barber got engaged. CrossFit Italian Showdown is moving.

CrossFitter Loses 270lbs, Sam Briggs to Filthy 150, The Dakota Games from 2019-09-23T12:42:10

Alex Porro lost 270 pounds doing CrossFit. Sam Briggs' Sanctionals return will be CrossFit Filthy 150. We introduce you to the winners of the Dakota Games.

OMG, So Much CrossFit News Today. from 2019-09-20T11:23:19

Mat Fraser was on the Today Show. Rich Froning, Chyna Cho, Tia-Clair Toomey, and more will be at the Torian Pro. Katrin at ESPN W. Reebok Maternity...

The Best Places for CrossFit News from 2019-09-19T12:03:17

Beside WODDITY, there are three main places I turn for the highest-quality news about CrossFit and elite fitness. For a newsletter, I would look at Morning Chalk Up. For videos, the Buttery Bros ke...

Cliona to Donate Picsil, FitAid Funds to Charity, CrossFit's 10-Year Affiliate Conference, Miami's CrossFit Mayor from 2019-09-18T10:20:43

Cliona NíCheallacháin NicChárthaigh donates Picsil and FitAid funds to charities. CrossFit is hosting a 10-year affiliate conference with Greg Glassman. Miami's CrossFit Mayor is featured in M...

Morning Chalk Up, Noah Ohlsen, Community, and Cliona NíCheallacháin NicChárthaigh from 2019-09-17T10:45:25

Morning Chalk Up and Noah Ohlsen start a GoFundMe to raise money for Cliona NíCheallacháin NicChárthaigh, an athlete who was denied her second-place prize purse by the Spanish Throwdown.

Sanctional Athlete's Positive Drug Test, Kristin Holte to Ireland from 2019-09-16T09:40:35

A Mayan CrossFit Classic athlete has tested for the same steroid as Ricky Garard. Kristin Holte has been confirmed as a wildcard alongside Dan Bailey.

Buttery Bros Go Team, Rich Froning's Mayhem Classic Sanctional from 2019-09-13T09:57:01

The Buttery Bros are back with another video premier. We talk through Rich Froning's CrossFit Mayhem Classic Sanctional and the Southfit CrossFit Challenge.

Dan Bailey's Return, Pandaland Sanctional, Dubai CrossFit Championship from 2019-09-12T08:28:19

Dan Bailey accepts a wildcard invite. We dig into the mysterious Pandaland CrossFit Challenge. Dubai's Championship returns for another epic year.

2020 CrossFit Open, Filthy 150, and 9/11 Memorial WOD from 2019-09-11T08:50:35

We talk Jon Stewart championing 9/11 first responders. The 2020 CrossFit Games season is near, including the 2020 CrossFit Open and Filthy 150 Sanctional.

Scott Panchik to Mayhem Freedom, CrossFit Open Hint, Epic Norwegian Sanctional from 2019-09-10T06:58:20

Scott Panchik and Mayhem Freedom rumors continue. Dave Castro with a CrossFit Open hint. Norwegian CrossFit Championship is a true destination. Sean Sweeney is getting married.

Scott Panchik to Join Mayhem Freedom, BarBend's History of Functional Fitness from 2019-09-09T10:51:56

Scott Panchik may be joining Rich Froning on CrossFit Mayhem Freedom. BarBend takes a look at the history of functional fitness.

Save Puppies, Michelle Kinney's Records, Camille Retires from 2019-09-06T11:47:11

Hurricane Dorian is going to leave countless animals abandoned, and they need your help. Four-time CrossFit Games athlete Michelle Kinney has set three world records, and Camille Leblanc-Bazinet is...

Thursday, September 5th, 2019 from 2019-09-05T11:12:34

ESPN publishes their behind-the-scenes videos of Katrin Davidsdottir naked, filming for her Body Issue edition. Jacob Heppner's family is raising money for St Jude's by auctioning Heppner...

Wednesday, September 4th, 2019 from 2019-09-04T10:05:41

ESPN's The Body Issue features Katrin Davidsdottir naked and performing CrossFit movements in nature. Australian event The Torian Pro does not have Sanctional status, but has attracted a giant...

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2019 from 2019-09-03T08:46:20

WODDITY is going on the road with a new YouTube series: Road Warrior Fitness. We'll do epic workouts in epic places, like National Parks, ghost towns, and abandoned airfields on our way to eve...

Monday, September 1st, 2019 from 2019-09-02T10:19:24

Two CrossFit athletes previously sanctioned for positive PED tests have registered for the 2020 CrossFit Open after serving out their sentences. A driver attempts to drive through CrossFit 557 in I...

Friday, August 30th, 2019 from 2019-08-30T10:19:25

CrossFit has launched CrossFit Open registration and released the 2020 CrossFit rulebook. We dig into it. International Online Qualifier workout four has been released, featuring Brooke Wells. The ...

Thursday, August 29th, 2019 from 2019-08-29T10:51:08

A CrossFit affiliate owner in Boise, Idaho is converting a closed McDonald's into a gym. The online qualifier for Sanctionals like Wodapalooza, FIlthy 150, and the Atlas Games is doing a cool ...

Wednesday, August 28th, 2019 from 2019-08-28T10:51:15

Camille Leblanc-Bazinet, 2014 CrossFit Games champion and long-time competitor, has launched a 90-day nutrition challenge. Marston Sawyers and Heber Cannon of the Buttery Bros are giving away a cha...

Tuesday, August 27th, 2019 from 2019-08-27T10:09:07

Katrin Davidsdottir will appear naked in this year's ESPN The Body Issue. Ben Smith has released details about his seminar at CrossFit Krypton. RPM's new Session 4 rope is a work of art.

Monday, August 26th, 2019 from 2019-08-26T11:30:13

Armen Hammer talks to Jeff Cain and Greg Glassman about Cain's resignation, Annie Thorisdottir and Katrin Davidsdottir dominate as the ROGUE Dottirs team, Karin Freyova, Adrian Mundweiler and ...

Friday, August 23rd, 2019 from 2019-08-23T09:22:57

The Senior Product Manager of Footwear at Reebok leaked a photo of the Reebok Nano 10, CrossFit CEO Jeff Cain resigns, and CrossFit is releasing the 2020 CrossFit rulebook.

Thursday, August 22nd, 2019 from 2019-08-22T09:55:19

Alec Smith takes to Instagram to announce he is gay, ten of the 2019 CrossFit Games athletes talk about their favorite CrossFit workouts, and the second workout of the International Online Qualifie...

Wednesday, August 21st, 2019 from 2019-08-21T10:36:07

The Buttery Bros release their second behind the scenes episode for their upcoming FITTEST documentary, and Annie Thorisdottir and Katrin Davidsdottir are officially the Rogue Dottirs team.

Tuesday, August 20th, 2019 from 2019-08-20T10:05:34

We crack open DOTTIR, by Katrin Davidsdottir and Rory McKernan. Josh Bridges recreates a more daunting version of the 2019 CrossFit Games Sprint Bicouplet event, the Atlas Games announces their off...

Monday, August 19th, 2019 from 2019-08-19T08:56:54

Today's news about CrossFit includes the toughest five-minute AMRAP Jacob Heppner has ever done, a myriad of cool YouTube videos from CrossFitters, and the CrossFit Strength in Depth Sanctiona...

Friday, August 16th, 2019 from 2019-08-16T09:01:41

Jessica Coughlan, Meredith Root, Emma McQuaid and Zach Sowder focus on IFFF WC, Jacob Heppner leaves his full-time job to focus on his business and training, and BarBend shares tips for transitioni...

Thursday, August 15th, 2019 from 2019-08-15T10:03:55

Today's news about CrossFit includes details about how to qualify for the Fittest in Cape Town and West Coast Classic Sanctionals. We also share about a competition Tommy Marquez and the Butte...

Wednesday, August 14th, 2019 from 2019-08-14T09:20:18

Today we delve into the first workout of the Independent Online Qualifier for WODAPALOOZA, Atlas Games, Filthy 150 and SouthFit Challenge. Ben Smith is hosting a training camp at CrossFit Krypton, ...

Tuesday, August 13th, 2019 from 2019-08-13T08:12:25

Greg Glassman told Armen Hammer about how the first cut of the 2020 CrossFit Games will work, and WODDITY publishes an article on CrossFit injury rates.

Monday, August 12th, 2019 from 2019-08-12T08:58

Today we report on the UK Event Alliance for the Strength In Depth Sanctional, Ben Smith talks about the cut system at the 2019 CrossFit Games, Morning Chalk Up reports on Games records, and FitAid...

2020 CrossFit Open, Games Title Sponsor, and Simon Mantyla from 2019-08-09T11:42:09

One more change we can expect to the Games is for them to take a hiatus from having a title sponsor | Jessica Danger from the Morning Chalk Up wrote an incredible article on Simon Mantyla | Also co...

2020 CrossFit Open, Games Title Sponsor, and Simon Mantyla from 2019-08-09T11:42:09

One more change we can expect to the Games is for them to take a hiatus from having a title sponsor | Jessica Danger from the Morning Chalk Up wrote an incredible article on Simon Mantyla | Also co...

2020 CrossFit Open, Games Title Sponsor, and Simon Mantyla from 2019-08-09T11:42:09

One more change we can expect to the Games is for them to take a hiatus from having a title sponsor | Jessica Danger from the Morning Chalk Up wrote an incredible article on Simon Mantyla | Also co...