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Mat Fraser: In It to Win It

Mat Fraser: In It to Win It

You can't stop Mat Fraser. He made his first Games appearance in 2014, earning the title Rookie of the Year. He quickly proved he not only deserves a spot on the competition floor but also that he's here to stay. His back-to-back second-place finishes in 2014 and 2015 had people...

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The WOD Life Chats With Tia-Clair Toomey

The WOD Life Chats With Tia-Clair Toomey

She seemed to almost come out of nowhere. Tia-Clair Toomey had only been training in CrossFit for two years when she took second at the 2015 CrossFit Games. People called her Rookie of the Year, but she was set on proving her podium finish wasn't merely a fluke. And she...

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New Zealand’s Nicola Hanna — Her Journey in Fitness

New Zealand’s Nicola Hanna — Her Journey in Fitness

The world of functional fitness is full of passionate athletes from every corner of the globe changing their lives in the name of fitness. Each person is on their own unique journey to becoming a happier, healthier, fitter version of themselves, each inspiring in their own way. One such person...

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TWL’s Interview With Kristin Holte

TWL’s Interview With Kristin Holte

We recently watched her go up against Samantha Briggs for the 18.1 live announcement. She's made four appearances at the Games and was 2017's seventh fittest woman on earth. Kristin Holte, a former gymnast and endurance athlete who's also a nutritionist, has won over the hearts of many with her quiet...

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Are Mat Fraser and Rich Froning Going to be Neighbors?

Are Mat Fraser and Rich Froning Going to be Neighbors?

Could two of CrossFit's greatest champions soon be living in the same town? It just may be. You may have noticed that recently on Instagram, Mat Fraser posted a photo skeet shooting in Tennessee. Apparently, the scenery and hospitality are rubbing off on him. On a recent CrossFit podcast, Sevan Matossian...

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The Journey: Joel Munro in the Spotlight

The Journey: Joel Munro in the Spotlight

Joel Munro is no stranger to competition. The CrossFit athlete has repeatedly ranked as one of the fittest in Australia, and has in fact recently completed three competitions in three weekends, having podium finishes on each. Most recently, he competed at Battle on the Beaches with partner Sean Brickwood, Three...

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Khan Porter: More Than A World Class Athlete

Khan Porter: More Than A World Class Athlete

  Six months after seeing The CrossFit Games online, Khan Porter had earned himself a spot at the Australian Regional. Now, he is gearing up for his fifth Regional appearance (now the Pacific Regional), and his fourth ticket to the Reebok CrossFit Games. Though his biggest goal is making it...

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Day in the Life – Jessica Coughlan

Day in the Life – Jessica Coughlan

  The WOD Life spends a day with CrossFit Athlete Jessica Coughlan.   From an early morning rise, multiple workouts and good refuel Jess is undertaking a refreshed approach to her training going into the 2017 CrossFit Open season.   Enjoy a Day in the life - Jessica Coughlan!  ...

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CrossFit Open 2017 – The Journey Episode 1

CrossFit Open 2017 – The Journey Episode 1

The 2017 Open is only a couple of months away! In the lead up we're following a selection of athletes in their preparation and lead up to the world's biggest fitness competition.   In Episode 1 we're visiting Sean Brickwood and Josh Santhou on the central coast of NSW, Australia....

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Joe Rogan on CrossFit

Joe Rogan on CrossFit

Joe Rogan on CrossFit Joe Rogan is one of the most polarising thought leaders in today's age. With one of the most successful podcasts on the planet, "The Joe Rogan Experience" gives his insight into the world of CrossFit.   Do you agree with Joe?   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QKxYOYmJ54   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ech9lrUxwvY

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Road to the Games with Webb and Toomey

Road to the Games with Webb and Toomey

  Road to the Games with Webb and Toomey Often quiet in the media spotlight, Kara Webb and Tia Clair-Toomey are no strangers to fans Australia and the Pacific Region. Kara Webb has been dominating Australian regionals for multiple years now and despite the shock of many pundits, Toomey's place...

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Road to the Games – James Newbury

Road to the Games – James Newbury

  Road to the Games - James Newbury   The WOD Life sits down with James Newbury after a massive Pacific Regionals finishing second. We discuss the Regionals workouts, the training between now and the games and that outrageous haircut.   Enjoy Road to the Games - James Newbury!  ...

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