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🚨 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 whether this was the right test to send athletes to San Jose.

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 traits, and why context matters when judging whether a competition "worked." From athlete experience to event design, this episode reframes programming analysis through the lens of what the competition is actually trying to measure. If you care about competition design, athlete preparation, or how intent should drive programming decisions, this is a must-listen.

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 year, and how to balance strength, conditioning, skills, and recovery without burning out before Week 1. We also talk mindset—how to approach the Open with intention, manage expectations, and perform when it counts. If you want to train smarter, avoid common traps, and put yourself in the best possible position when the first workout drops, this episode is for you. The Open isn't about luck—it's about preparation. Let's get to work.

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 flow, and the overall test of fitness. We debate what's gained, what's lost, and whether a machine-free Games would better define the fittest on Earth.

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

CrossFit is more than just fitness — it's a community built on purpose, resilience, and respect. This podcast dives into the heart of that culture through the lens of Hero Workouts — the benchmark workouts created to honor fallen service members, first responders, and heroes who've given everything. Bill and Chase unpack the stories behind these workouts, explores why they matter so deeply to CrossFitters worldwide, and reflects on how they connect us through shared effort and sacrifice. It's about more than reps and times — it's about remembrance, gratitude, and the strength of community.