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In this episode, Joyce and Blake dive deep into the second stop of the World Fitness Project Tour, held in Mesa, Arizona (Aug 29–31, 2025).
We cover it all:
The Vibe & Production – from the professional commentary (with athletes like Annie, Katrin, Gabby Magalo, and Chasing Grooms) to the flashy lighting setups that gave it a “showtime” feel.
Events & Highlights – six workouts ranging from brutal endurance (2-mile run in the Arizona heat) to strength showcases (max clean), and the unforgettable GHD equipment fail that shook Event 3.
Athlete Performances – standout wins by Emma Lawson, Colton Mertens, Laura Horvath, Roman Khrennikov, and others; plus discussions of up-and-coming names like Sagafe and Lucy Campbell.
Injuries, Pregnancies & Comebacks – how athletes like Alex Gazan and Jeff Adler being out shifted the leaderboard, while Lucy Campbell and Ariel Loewen showed grit and consistency.
The Bigger Picture – what WFP means for athletes balancing Games vs. Tours, how contracts could change the landscape, and whether WFP can truly stand alongside the CrossFit Games in future seasons.
We also share our own takes on:
Why having athlete commentators matters.
How different body types and training mindsets showed up across events.
Which athletes we’re rooting for heading into the Copenhagen finale.
💡 Takeaway: WFP is still young, still bumpy, but it’s giving athletes and fans another stage — and that’s worth paying attention to.
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