In this episode of The CrossFit Podcast, Nicole Carroll sits down with Denise Thomas to reflect on her 20-year journey — from how she discovered CrossFit in 2004 and the lessons she’s learned over two decades, to why she believes CrossFit is more relevant now than ever.
Topics Covered:
- Nicole’s fitness journey and introduction to CrossFit
- The evolution of her role within CrossFit
- The importance of preserving CrossFit's foundational principles
- The relevance of CrossFit today
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Community Highlight:
This week, we recognize Keefa Hawkins of
CrossFit Iconz in Lilburn, Georgia, for her work with Next Steps Fitness and Rehabilitation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting disabled veterans. Next Steps provides free CrossFit classes, nutrition guidance, and social support to help veterans rediscover their strength, resilience, and sense of community.
To learn more and support Next Steps, visit
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