Get With The Programming

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 Cr...

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 me...

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 dis...

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...

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, an...

Bill Grundler and Chase Ingraham break down the 2026 Legends Championship programming in this episode of Get With The Programming. They dissect every event from the Del Mar Semifinal — the heavy complexes, gymnastics, skill tests, and surprises — and reveal exactly what it demands from elite individuals and Masters athletes, who it favors, and how it will separate the field heading to the CrossFit...

🚨 Was the 2026 Mayhem Classic a legit ticket to the CrossFit Games… or just a Mayhem grindfest? Chase Ingraham & Bill Grundler go full breakdown mode on the programming. Heavy sandbags ✅ Unbroken Clean & Jerks under fatigue ✅ Brutal midline work ✅ Did it actually test well-rounded fitness… or just favor the gritty Mayhem-style athletes? We break down who crushed it, who got exposed, and whethe...

Bill Grundler and Chase Ingraham break down the programming for the 2026 Mayhem Classic, diving into what the tests reveal about the competition's priorities and how they'll shape the race for a CrossFit Games berth. From classic Mayhem-style grit to potential curveballs, they analyze which athletes are best positioned to thrive based on the demands of the workouts.

Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler aren't just analyzing the 2026 season—they're rebuilding it. In this episode, they reprogram the CrossFit Open and Quarterfinals from scratch, breaking down what worked, what didn't, and how to create a better, more complete test of fitness. If you've ever thought, "I'd program it differently…"—this one's for you.

Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler break down the programming behind CrossFit Open Workout 26.3—what worked, what surprised them, and how it tested athletes across the board. Chase also shares his firsthand experience competing in 26.3 at Wodapalooza in Miami, giving insight into the atmosphere, execution, and experience on the community floor.

Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler break down CrossFit Open Workout 26.1—covering strategy, pacing, and key takeaways for athletes of all levels. Then they watch and analyze Chase's own workout video, offering real-time commentary, honest critique, and insight into the decisions that shaped his performance.

Dave Castro has dropped his first Open hint of the 2026 CrossFit Games Season. Chase and Bill sit down and try to figure out what is coming for 26.1

Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler sit down to break down the programming of the 2026 Fittest Experience —but this analysis comes with a new lens. Fresh off the competition floor, Chase shares the lessons he learned while competing and how the intent of the event reshaped the way he evaluates the workouts. Together, they dive into the purpose behind the programming, how the tests rewarded specific t...

Chase Ingraham recaps his full experience at The Fittest Experience 2026 —from preparation and pressure to the workouts, mindset, and moments that defined the weekend. Behind-the-scenes stories, hard-earned lessons, and what it really takes to show up when it counts. Fresh off the competition floor, this is the raw TFX 2026 breakdown.

The Open is coming—and whether you're chasing a higher leaderboard finish or just want to show up fitter, stronger, and more confident than ever, this episode is your roadmap to the 2026 CrossFit Games Open. We break down how to actually prepare for the Open, from long-term training priorities to the final weeks of sharpening. You'll hear what to focus on now, what mistakes athletes make every yea...

The directors of the Northern California Classic CrossFit Semifinal join Get With The Programming to talk event vision, programming philosophy, athlete experience, and what it takes to run a top-tier semifinal in today's CrossFit season.

What happens if you strip the 2025 CrossFit Games down to its rawest form? This podcast takes on the challenge of reprogramming the 2025 CrossFit Games—no machines allowed. No rowers, no bikes, no SkiErgs—just barbells, bodyweight, dumbbells, odd objects, and classic CrossFit tests of strength, stamina, and skill. This episode breaks down how removing machines changes athlete separation, event flo...

Andrew Hiller recently posted a video on youtube from Mason Startup about the exponential rise of machines being programing during the CrossFit Games Season but even more disturbing the amount of machines in every day programming for the general public. Is he right? Have we fallen too far from traditional CrossFit methodology that we don't even recognize ourselves anymore?

It's that time of year where we reflect on all the things are grateful for in 2025. CrossFit has given us all so much and today we list our Top 4 things we are thankful for in 2025.

"The clean is a pure bit of functionality. The clean is simply pulling a load from the ground to the shoulders where frequently the object is being readied for lifting overhead." - Greg Glassman