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If you have watched pretty much any elite CrossFit event, you’ll know Niki Brazier! Sideline reporter for The CrossFit Games and multiple events that come with them, Niki has been involved in CrossFit Media for a decade, and is a staple to any event. We talk about how CrossFit has evolved over the years, where she found her love for it, becoming a Coach, and a Parent, and all of the challenges, wi...

PRVN Fitness is an organisation you have most probably heard of, created by 6 x CrossFit Games Champion Tia Toomey-Orr and husband Shane Orr - they have become one of the most successful and established training camps and programmes in the industry. Today, Leah is joined by CEO of PRVN Nic Johnston and Mitch Harbaugh, who joins the team as Affiliate GM for their brand new HQ in Nashville, Tennesse...

This week, Leah is joined by Joe Linton - co-founder and event organiser of The Legends Championships, the competition that will be hosting the Masters CrossFit Games as of 2024! They chat all things Legends, from it's inception where 36 people took part, to their most recent event in which they had over 500 athletes. Plus, all about plans for the Masters Games, including potential locations, more...

Happy New Year! Welcome to our first episode of 2024! Today I'm joined by Grace Walton - one of the most notable Australian CrossFitters of the last few years, and one to watch heading into the 2024 CrossFit Games season! I caught her just before she heads out to Wodapalooza next week and got the down low on her prep, plus her recent podium at the Down Under Championship, and much more! As always,...

As one of the most notable faces in the Team Division at the CrossFit Games, Taylor Williamson has stacked up 7 appearances since 2016. With two 1st places, a 2nd and a 3rd, she has achieved things that not many others can say they have... and she did it all whilst juggling work and school also. We chat about all these experiences, how she manages the balance, her plans for next year and whether o...

Over the last few years, Matt Torres has become one of the most notable Elite CrossFit coaches in the world. As the co-owner and Head Coach at Brute Strength, that coach athletes such as Dallin Pepper and Danielle Brandon, Matt has his work cut out for him. We chat about what it takes to become an Elite coach, how he developed his business, as well the notable events coming up for his athletes, in...

Undoubtedly one of the strongest people within the sport of CrossFit, in this episode we welcome Mia Hesketh! We chat about her numerous CrossFit Games appearances in the team division, representing her Country in Weightlifting, training as a Parent, and of course how preparation is going for her individual appearance at the Dubai CrossFit Championship next month. One of the most loved people in t...

Rory Mckernan is one of the most recognised faces in CrossFit, from hosting Open Announcements to Post-WOD Games Interviews, he worked for CrossFit HQ over it's biggest growth period yet. Now, as a part of CrossFit Mayhem, Rory is still a huge part of the community. We chat about the rise of the Sport, and the true Heroes within the affiliates. It's a special episode and I really hope you enjoy it...

Joining Leah today is Lena Richter. As part of team CrossFit Oslo, she has gone to the CrossFit Games three times, and stood on the podium every time. We chat about how she got into the Sport, how it has changed throughout the years, training with her Heroes, and of course her plans for next season. As always, don't forget to like rate and subscribe to let us know what you think and be the first t...

Justin Cotler is one of the best Coaches in the sport of CrossFit. As the Founder of Underdogs Athletics, Justin has coached hundreds of athletes over the years, and been by their side as they have achieved incredible things, including Podium places at the CrossFit Games. We chat about how he became the Coach he is today, similarities between the Sport and Music business, coaching top athletes, an...

Another special bonus episode for you all! Today, we welcome Hannah Mittoo, co-founder and Director of The Academy Programme, as well as two of their Youth Ambassadors, Molly Butcher and Hannah Wendt. The Academy is a Sports & Fitness programme which uses CrossFit as the building block to improve educational and vocational opportunities for young people in the UK.We get to know all about it's...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - I am thrilled today to bring you a Bonus Episode with Lindsey Marcelli, Founder of Compete for a Cure. Compete for a Cure are a non-profit organisation with a mission to fund breast cancer survivors and thrivers wellness, and provide breast health education for coaches, trainers and athletes. They are doing some incredible work and everything we discuss i...

Lucy Campbell took the main stage at The CrossFit Games last year, and returned home to the UK with a stellar performance as a Rookie, which included 2 event wins. Since then, an unfortunate wrist injury which has since led to surgery, left her out of the 2o23 season. We chat through what that has been like, mentally and physically, as well as getting an update on how she is going. Lucy also gets...

Todays guest is Lauren Kalil, an absolute force of nature in the world of CrossFit media. Now a part of the 'Talking Elite Fitness' team, Lauren has been broadcasting and creating great content in the sport for years, and boy is she good at it. We chat about how she made the move to CrossFit from local news, her own training, the best people she has interviewed and more. We loved this episode and...

In this episode, Leah is joined by 6 times CrossFit Games athlete Jamie Simmonds. One of the most loved and respected athletes in the sport, Jamie made a name for herself in 2016 by winning the Worldwide CrossFit Open, and then placing 3rd at the Games with CrossFit Yas. Since then, she went on to another 5 Games, and placed 3rd again in 2019. We chat about her multiple experiences, taking time of...

Vicki Finn-Smith is a UK CrossFit Games Masters Athlete who competed in the 35-40 category at the 2023 Games. We chat about what it took for her to get there, including the sacrifices made along the way, and her goals to get back there next year. As always, don't forget to like, rate and subscribe to be the first to hear all about new episodes and content, and let us know what you think of the epi...

Today's guest is Tasia Percevez. A former CrossFit Games athlete who topped the podium twice as part of the team CrossFit Mayhem Freedom, alongside Rich Froning. Tasia talks us through her career as an athlete, and Coach, including going to the Games with Hayley Adams, and starting her own business. Listen now and let us know what you think! Be sure to like, rate and subscribe to be the first to h...

Tayla Howe is one of the most well known names in the UK CrossFit scene. A huge presence and performer at many UK events, she is a 4 time CrossFit Games Semi-Finals athlete, and Commonwealth Games Weightlifter. Tayla talks to Leah about the transition from Gymnastics, to Weightlifting, to CrossFit, her goals for the next season, recovering from knee surgery, and new plans to expand her career outs...

Sarah Davies is a Commonwealth and Olympic Weightlifter, who is a British Legend in the sport. We talk about how she started Weightlifting before it was 'cool', learning to love her body, inspiring young girls and her dreams for the Paris 2024 Olympics. As always, don't forget to like, rate and subscribe if you have enjoyed and to be the first to hear all about our new episodes and content. @wodyo...

This week's episode features two-time CrossFit Games Masters athlete Kelly Marshall. An extremely loved and well respected member of the UK CrossFit Community. In the episode Kelly divulges on her journey to CrossFit and becoming a Masters athlete, the ups an downs of an athletic career, disappointment, wins, and the importance of a great support system. Don't forget to like, rate and subscribe to...

Bethany Flores is a 4 times CrossFit games athlete who is returning this year after 2 years off due to Covid and Injury. One of the most well known names in the sport, Bethany is a force to reckoned with and I for one can’t wait to watch her comeback this year. We chat about what it takes to go back and her experiences so far! Make sure you like, share and subscribe to be the first to hear all abo...

On today's episode we welcome Kate Gordon aka CrossFit Kate. She is a 2 time CrossFit games athlete, HQ seminar staff, coach and business owner. We chat discovering CrossFit, working through injury, even at the games, building a business and so much more. Let me know what you think and as always don’t forget to like, rate and subscribe to be the first to hear all about our new episodes and content...

Dr Julie Foucher is a four times CrossFit games athlete, family physician, and podcast host, who is known as a legend in the sport of CrossFit. Today, we discuss her journey to finding CrossFit, why she chose to compete, and her career since, including her hugely popular podcast ‘Pursuing Health’. We hope you enjoy this episode, please don’t forget to like, rate and subscribe to be the first to he...

Today’s guest is Arielle Loewen. A two times CrossFit Games athlete who will be going back for a third time later this year after securing 3rd place at semifinals. Known as the Fittest Mom in America, Arielle chats to us about her almost 10 year CrossFit career, winning semifinals and a games event, and training all on her own. I loved this chat and hope you do too. We hope you enjoy please don’t...

Cassidy Lance-McWherter is a five times CrossFit games athlete, regionals champion, and winner of the worldwide CrossFit open. A Mum of two, soon to be three, today she chats with Leah about her CrossFit career and new journey as a Mother and a Pregnancy and Post Natal Coach. Sharing her expertise and some great memories from the games, Cassidy was and is still a force to be reckoned with. Don't f...