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Europe Is Coming
The 23 Games debrief with John Singleton.
Vicki and John dive deep into the Games and how it panned out for him and his coaches and athletes Moritz Fiebig and Ella Wunger. This episode is also available on The Progrm You Tube channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7ueGlfhOrIWe have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make yo...
2023-08-17
47 min
Europe Is Coming
The Games FOMO Show PT 5
Well, here's the final of the FOMO shows with Vicki and Rumsey. Hope you enjoy listening, and get in touch if you have some thing you'd like to comment on... we think there might be a couple of controversial views expressed in this one! And it turns out that this is show #100 of Europe is Coming, so thanks SO MUCH for listening! We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to...
2023-08-12
41 min
Europe Is Coming
The CrossFit Games FOMO Show PT 4
Recorded on Sunday 7am Madison time. Featuring our woman on the ground. Carmen Olias Camero, the Operations Manager for The Progrm and her behind the scenes take on this year's Games. We speak about what her role, how she supports the athletes that she is responsible for, her own opinion of the cuts, and she reveals that she knows where the next venue for the Games will be. This and plenty of chat about the programming, some fan girling and other crucial BTS FOMO with Vicki and Rumsey. Vicki predicts that Adle...
2023-08-06
48 min
Europe Is Coming
The CrossFit Games FOMO Show PT 3...
It's Saturday morning, Vicki and Rumsey are joined by Enrico Zenoni, a Games athlete and the fittest in Italy. They talk about competition strategy, what it`s like competing as a rookie, how it feels to be cut and what it is like to be on the outside looking in: is it inspiring or just frustrating? All this and a tonne of chitchat about Friday's Games, including some gossip nuggets. Enjoy! We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athl...
2023-08-05
59 min
Europe Is Coming
The CrossFit Games FOMO Show PT 2...
Vicki and Rumsey are joined by Jacqueline Dahlstrom, Games Athlete, friend and badass. Jac is in Madison and she tells V and R about her thoughts on competing, what she has been telling her training partners Moritz and Ella, and they speculate as to what damage Justin Medeiros endured during Test 1. (Thanks for nothing Riverside, we might go back to Zoom tomorrow!)We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout t...
2023-08-05
49 min
Europe Is Coming
The CrossFit Games FOMO Show PT1
Your hosts for this week's special episodes are me (Vicki) and Rumsey. Join us as we talk about the Games, the tests, the atmosphere, and get some BTS from The Progrm team with their feet on the ground. AND we'll try not to let our intense FOMO overtake us! (It's a bit rough and ready, but come along for the ride. Next episode will be out Thursday night, 23.00 CET with better audio, promise).Please follow and support teen athlete: Veronica https://www.instagram.com/veronika_voriskova/Your hosts for this week:Rum...
2023-08-02
30 min
Europe Is Coming
Moritz is ready
Moritz Fiebig's story continues. His second Games, how does he think he will approach it, and what are his personal expectations? We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!You can find Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/The Progm at https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/
2023-07-30
19 min
Europe Is Coming
Athlete's final prep for the 23 Games is underway
Just time for a chat about cuts, Games programming and plans for the final days before showtime with John Singleton. You can also see this on 2023 CrossFit Games | What Do We Expect? Europe is coming #2 - YouTube We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!You can find Vicki at...
2023-07-29
37 min
Europe Is Coming
Scheila, small but mighty, Meister.
Scheila Meister is an Olympic Weightlifter. She is currently the best in her country of Switzerland and finished 4th in the 2023 EWF European Weightlifting Championships. She competes in the 55kg category and her current total is 189kg. You can follow Scheila here https://www.instagram.com/scheila.meister/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and A...
2023-06-29
36 min
Europe Is Coming
Bergh Out, Castro In...
This is the audio from a vodcast responding to the news that the position of GM of Sport at CrossFit HQ has been replaced. If you prefer to watch Vicki and John chatting then hit this link https://youtu.be/S49MCyDvmho Please subscribe to the YT channel to stay up to date with Europe is Coming. 00:00 intro00:30 Updates after Semifinals04:30 Justin Bergh out05:38 Justin bergh's role in CrossFit07:28 What the hell happened?14:05 CrossFit development17:00 What might Castro bring to the sport?19:43 The Lane 8 debate22:51 What is the...
2023-06-27
55 min
Europe Is Coming
The judges have entered the chat: Elaine Ennis, Irish Fitness Judge.
Elaine Ennis is a well known face on the European CrossFit scene having travelled all over the place over the last 7 years to judge competitions, from local throwdowns to Semi Finals level. Vicki asked Elaine to sit down and chat with her about why she is so passionate about the sport, how the art of judging can be supported and improved, and what it is like to be on the big stages under pressure. Thanks Elaine for a great chat. You can find her at https://www.instagram.com/irishfitnessjudges/We h...
2023-06-15
42 min
Europe Is Coming
Lane 8
This wasn't the episode I was expecting to be releasing post Berlin Semi Finals, but some things went down which need to be spoken about. We will do a Semi Finals round up soon. We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!You can find Vicki at...
2023-06-06
42 min
Europe Is Coming
Games athlete Elisa Fuliano, true grit, Italian-style.
Elisa Fuliano came to train in Mallorca, so we took the chance to talk face to face. Elisa talks about her career in CrossFit so far, the challenges she has to face with her health and her rheumatoid arthritis, her achievements and her future goals, which definitely include getting back to the Games this year. Best of luck at Semis Elisa! Go get it! You can find Elisa here https://www.instagram.com/_fulix_We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the...
2023-06-01
29 min
Europe Is Coming
Jan Matiaska, injuries and life decisions.
The Swiss athlete Jan Matiaska who has qualified for the Berlin semifinals, sits down to talk to Vicki about some recent events which are taking some interesting turns for him and his future. You can find Jan here https://www.instagram.com/janmatiaska/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!
2023-05-25
31 min
Europe Is Coming
Getting to know Franzi "Ogre" Hoeger.
As the countdown is on to European Semi Finals, there are plenty taking training retreats in Mallorca, focusing on their lead up to the competition, and testing the workouts. Franzi is a German CrossFit athlete who qualified last year for semis, but missed out due to illness. This year she is ready to rock it! Thank you Franzi! You can find her here: https://www.instagram.com/franzi_hoeger/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete...
2023-05-18
28 min
Europe Is Coming
Breaking down the first 3 semi final workouts with John Singleton
The first three workouts have been announced and there's lots to talk about. Which workouts suit which athletes, and how's the prep going for Berlin? You can find John here https://www.instagram.com/johnchristiansingleton/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!You can find Vicki a...
2023-05-11
23 min
Europe Is Coming
From Sudden Death Syndrome to Mindset Coach, Tom Foxley's story
Tom Foxley has coached more than a 1000 CrossFit athletes to improve their competitive mindset. His origin story includes the phrase "Sudden Death Syndrome" which is quite a thing to get your head around. Hope you enjoy this episode! You can find Tom on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/tomfoxley/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at...
2023-05-04
43 min
Europe Is Coming
The Italian Stallions in Palma, Enrico Zenoni and Emanuele Biviano
Chatting on a street corner to be exact, because that's how we roll. With the assistance of Rumsey (https://www.instagram.com/a.rumsey/) who speaks Italian and English, we get to know two of the Italian athletes who have their flights booked for Berlin this June. Thanks for the chat chaps! You can find them here: https://www.instagram.com/enricozeno/https://www.instagram.com/oividbivio/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in...
2023-04-27
21 min
Europe Is Coming
Talking with Thibaud, Willy Georges, Chiara Silva, Matúš Kočar and Alex Hipwell: The Crown Pt2
In between events at C23 I managed to get some time to chat with Thibaud Saline from GoWod, athlete Willy Georges and Nike Master Alex Hipwell. Then... once the dust on the weekend had begun to settle I caught up Chiara Silva to chat about her weekend, and the overall male winner Matúš Kočar. Thanks for listening guys, please share the show with your friends, it all helps us to grow! https://www.instagram.com/chiarasilva__cf/https://www.instagram.com/matuskocar/https://www.instagram.com/thibaud_saline/https://www.insta...
2023-04-20
29 min
Europe Is Coming
The Crown 2023 debrief with John Singleton
Well, that was (in his own words) an E.P.I.C. weekend on many levels. The Crown 2023 is done and the King and Queen have been coronated. Vicki sat down with John for a "quick 5 minutes" which ended up being an episode of the pod on its own. So, enjoy! We'll release part 2 which has loads of interviews with the athletes, sponsors and team next.You can see all the action on The Crown's IG here https://www.instagram.com/theprogrmcrown/If you are enjoying the show please subscribe wherever you get y...
2023-04-13
33 min
Europe Is Coming
You either win or learn, Luka Djukic moves to the UAE and flourishes.
What a year Luka Dukic has had. From failing to land a Games spot, through back rehab to moving to the UAE and winning four competitions on the bounce. We talk about why he did what he did, and what he is hoping for next. You can find Luka on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/luka.djukic/Apologies for the ropey audio in some places guys. We are working on a solution going forward for the next interviews! We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% di...
2023-03-30
30 min
Europe Is Coming
Happy Birthday Fire Fighter Sam
What happened to make Sam Briggs decide she definitely wanted to return to firefighting? Does she intend to go back to competing? Does she order deep pan or thin and crispy? All this and more in this episode with the legend (and the namesake of Vicki's cat) that is Samantha Briggs. You can find Sam here https://www.instagram.com/bicepslikebriggs/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the...
2023-03-16
39 min
Europe Is Coming
Are elite athletes "Over" The Open?
What did John Singleton think about the programming for the start of the 2023 Nobull CrossFit Games season? What happened to the Europeans and is he top dog in his own gym? All this, and quite a bit more in this week's episode. We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!You c...
2023-03-09
28 min
Europe Is Coming
Mais Oui, Anais Lancry!
Anais talks about being a rookie in 2022 and what she's working on for 2023, making friends in CrossFit and how her life has changed since she moved to train in Mallorca. You can find Anais on Insta here https://www.instagram.com/mai__lan/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!
2023-03-02
20 min
Europe Is Coming
What REALLY happened in Madrid? Thibaud, Xabi, Gabi and Lazar tell all.
Whilst we wait for the announcement for 23.2 we've got the reactions from the main sponsor, spectators and athletes straight after 23.1 in Madrid. And, we have a statement from Adrian Bozman answering these questions... Q: What was the decision behind the repeat of 14.4?Q: Could the inclusion of such technical gymnastic movements in the first test of the season a barrier to participation for the majority of Open participants? Q: Was the mistake with the loading down to conversions between the weights? Li...
2023-02-23
17 min
Europe Is Coming
WTF is happening with The Crown? with John Singleton
When life gives you lemons you pivot and make lemonade. Adaptation is the key to long term success. John Singleton talks about why the format of The Crown, the teen competition, has been changed. We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!You can find Vic...
2023-02-15
23 min
Europe Is Coming
How Spain got chosen to launch the 2023 CrossFit Games season, with Nat Diez.
Nat Diez, the country manager for CrossFit in Spain finds twenty minutes in her schedule for a catch up. We talk about the incredible growth of affiliates in Spain, what Don Faul, the new CEO for CrossFit is like, what we can expect from 23.1 and a couple of secret tidbits about the event.... You can get tickets for 23.1 here https://games.crossfit.com/announcement/13981/gamesYou can follow CrossFit España here https://www.instagram.com/crossfitespana/You can find Nat here https://www.instagram.com/nat10p/To listen to the previous epi...
2023-02-09
22 min
Europe Is Coming
CrossFit Oslo Navy Blue blab about their secrets of success and their game plan for 2023
Lena Richter and Nico Billaudel are one half of Europe's best CrossFit team: CrossFit Oslo Navy Blue. They talk about how they got their name, what's important for the success of a team, and why they are "pretty sad" that Rich Froning has now retired from team competition. AND... can you guess what is the most popular soft drink in Norway? Lena knows! You can find Nico here https://www.instagram.com/nicobilla/Lena here https://www.instagram.com/lenarichter/ And the team here: https://www.instagram.com/teamcrossfitoslo/We have a...
2023-02-02
38 min
Europe Is Coming
How athletes make money, the business end of CrossFit with Carmen Olias Camero
Carmen originally studied law and was a practicing lawyer when a random IG story started her journey in a completely different direction. Now she is the Operations Manager and right hand woman to Europe's most successful CrossFit training progamme, and she negotiates deals on behalf of her athletes with brands such as Nike, Foodspring et al... We talk about the scarity of women BTS in the sport of CrossFit, what athletes and brands should be looking for when they try to work together, and what is next for her this year. Follow your heart, do what...
2023-01-26
38 min
Europe Is Coming
How John got punched at Wodapalooza...
Yep, that shiner wasn't a tattoo, John got walloped at Wodapalooza. He tells the story in this episode. Plus, how stopwatches can affect the leaderboard and how he and other training programmes are starting to work together to improve the sport. You can find and follow John here: https://www.instagram.com/johnchristiansingleton/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a lo...
2023-01-18
25 min
Europe Is Coming
Looking back on 2022, a stellar year for The Progrm, with John Singleton
A short overview of 2022, and some speculation about how 2023 will shape up.How did John go from a one man band, to a team of coaches, a media department an education branch, and an athlete management division? What did it take to get five athletes to the Games last year, and how is 23 looking for the top level athletes in The Progrm? How is the 23 season going to look and when will we know about the ranking system?You can find John here https://www.instagram.com/johnchristiansingleton/We have an EIC offer for you...
2023-01-12
26 min
Europe Is Coming
How Matilde Garnes' hit her goals in her Games rookie year.
What took Matilde Garnes from almost quitting competition in 2021 to 19th place at the Games in 2022? Matilde talks about her 2022 season, burn out, how to refocus, and what's next. Thanks Matilde for the great chat! You can find her here : https://www.instagram.com/matildegarnesWe have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES an...
2023-01-04
39 min
Europe Is Coming
Jan Matiaska, the new iF3 World Champion.
Jan Matiaska, fresh from his recent victory at the International Functional Fitness Federation (iF3) World Championships in Mexico talks about his professional sporting career, his ambitions for 2023 and what you can expect to have for lunch if you hang out with him in Switzerland. You can find Jan here https://www.instagram.com/janmatiaska/Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the...
2022-12-29
35 min
Europe Is Coming
"For the future of CrossFit" The Teen Camp and The Progrm Crown
In this episode we talk about the The Crown which is now in qualifiers, and the recent Teen Camp in Mallorca. The Progrm Crown qualifiers will run until January 22nd. The competition is for teens and young adults. You can find out more information: https://theprogrm.com/the-crown/You can find: The Crown https://www.instagram.com/theprogrmcrown/ John https://www.instagram.com/johnchristiansingleton/Simon https://www.instagram.com/simon__liedholm/ Maja https://www.instagram.com/maja_cf/ Stefano https://www.instagram.com/stefano.zucchiatti/ Ema https...
2022-12-22
35 min
Europe Is Coming
Making life decisions with Sólveig Sigurðardóttir
Sola has had quite the year. She talks about her decision to postpone her studies, her first individual appearance at the CrossFit Games, and moving to live in Mallorca. Along the way we talk about changing mindset, silencing doubts, and her future goals. You can find Sola here https://www.instagram.com/solasigurdardottir/And Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/BTW, we have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout t...
2022-12-15
35 min
Europe Is Coming
Off season recap with John Singleton
Sooo many competitions, sooo little time! The Progrm athletes and coaches have been very busy since Rogue. John gives a recap on events over the last 6 weeks and a preview of what's to come. NB; This episode was recorded the day before Dubai began, congratulations to Moritz who took home second, Giorgios who finished 10th, and Ella 14th. BTW, we have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the...
2022-12-08
21 min
Europe Is Coming
The Wee Beast, Emma McQuaid
Emma McQuaid talks about how 2022 has been going for her professionally and personally. We discuss if she should now be sponsored by Doritos after she recently set a new record in Ireland for the snatch, and what she is planning for 2023 and beyond. You can find Emma here https://www.instagram.com/mcquaid175/And Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/BTW, we have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get...
2022-12-01
42 min
Europe Is Coming
Think Fiebig or go home
What does it take to go from bodybuilder to CrossFit Games Athlete and the owner of three gyms? It's no surprise to know it's a lot of dedication and hard work. Moritz Fiebig talks about winning the German Throwdown this year, and how much his life has changed in the past twelve months. You can find Moritz here https://www.instagram.com/moritz_fiebig/And Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/BTW, we have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the...
2022-11-24
37 min
Europe Is Coming
Vive La France! with Julian Festor, Country Manager for CrossFit France
Julian Festor is the Country Manager for CrossFit in France, and until recently was also the Director of the French Throwdown. He talks about what it takes to run a successful CrossFit competition, how France has become the country with the most affiliates after the States, and his thoughts about the future of the methodology and the sport. You can find Julian here https://www.instagram.com/julianfestor/ CrossFit France here https://www.instagram.com/crossfitfrance/ And Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/BTW, we have an EIC offer for...
2022-11-17
47 min
Europe Is Coming
Tayla Howe rediscovers her why.
British athlete Tayla Howe talks about moving back to her parents, buying a house with her boyfriend Reggie, and her knee injury just before semis. She talks about her recent revelation of finding her joy for CrossFit at her local box and how she's approaching the Dubai Championship with a totally different mindset. You can find Tayla here: https://www.instagram.com/taylakalisehowe/And Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/ BTW, we have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, j...
2022-11-10
31 min
Europe Is Coming
Rogue Invitational Debrief with John Singleton
Behind the scenes of Rogue with John Singleton, Head Coach and Founder of The Progrm. We talk about how the competition went, what John, and others, thought of the programming, ponder the question of why there isn't a Strongwoman event and discuss the question of how to improve judging consistency and marvel at the size of the prize purse. BTW, we have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. V...
2022-11-03
34 min
Europe Is Coming
Xabi Osa, Adapt and Thrive
This time I have Xabi Osa on the show. Xabi is a Spanish athlete who has competed at the Games for two consecutive years in the Upper Extremity division. We talk about his childhood, what it was like growing up different amongst the "normal" kids, how he found CrossFit and what he would like to see at future Games for him and his peers. We also chat about his decision to go Team at Madrid, and how he made it work alongside his team mates.BTW, I have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10...
2022-10-25
47 min
Europe Is Coming
CrossFit changes for the 2023 season...
John Singleton, Head Coach and Founder of The Progrm, and Gommaar D'Hulst from WOD Science discuss the recent announcements from CrossFit HQ about the 2023 Games season. You can find Gommaar at https://www.instagram.com/wod_science/John here: johnchristiansingletonThe Progrm at https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit h...
2022-10-19
48 min
Europe Is Coming
How a single parent became a weightlifting champion. Shella Badaseraye.
This edition is a bit different, because it is about a weightlifter, and someone who needs some support and help with her dream. Shella is already European Masters Champ in her age and weight category, and she has qualified for the Worlds. She needs some help, and when you have heard her story, perhaps you will be inclined to support her on her road!Back to CrossFit on the next episode! You can find Shella here You can make a donation to Shella's costs here through her Go Fund Me. We have an...
2022-10-04
21 min
Europe Is Coming
Thibaud Saline, how GOWOD was born and where it is headed.
This time we have Thibaud Saline from GOWOD on the show. He talks about why and how the mobility app was born: the hard work, dedication and excel sheets that it took to refine it, and where GOWOD is headed in the future. You can find out more about the GOWOD app here https://www.gowod.appFollow them on Insta here @gowod_mobilityfirstThibaud hereYou can follow The Progrm hereJohn Singleton here Vicki McLeod here Want to support the show? Please like, subscribe and share the show...
2022-09-23
41 min
Europe Is Coming
Games debrief with John Singleton, news about Gabi and Kristof, and plans for the rest of 2022.
After a brief summer break, the Europe is Coming podcast is back and catching up with Coach John Singleton. How did all of The Progrm athletes get on at The Games? What was his and Vicki's experience of the competition? How long did it take to recover?! What's next for John and The Progrm athletes? All of these questions are answered in this edition of the pod. You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/John here: https://www.instagram.com/johnchristiansingleton/And Vicki here: https://www.instagr...
2022-09-05
52 min
Europe Is Coming
Mike Molloy from M2 Performance Nutrition talks about fuelling Games Athletes
Mike Molloy talks to Vicki about how M2 Performance Nutrition has grown into one of the most popular nutrition coaching systems for competitive CrossFit athletes ahead of the 22 Games in Madison. You can find more about them https://www.m2performancenutrition.com/You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki here: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to...
2022-08-03
42 min
Europe Is Coming
Justin Bergh, GM of Sport and Coach John Singleton
Leading up to the Games we were lucky enough to get an hour of Justin Bergh's time to talk about how he started in the sport, the future of CrossFit worldwide and in Europe, and how the Games are shaping up. You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/Justin https://www.instagram.com/jb_crossfit/John here: https://www.instagram.com/johnchristiansingleton/And Vicki here: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or th...
2022-07-28
49 min
Europe Is Coming
Masters Games Athlete, Greg Hung
Greg Hung is a Masters Athlete who qualified for the games in 2017 and 2018. What are the secrets to longevity, is beer actually a recovery drink and what's Greg up to now?You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki here: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a...
2022-07-08
27 min
Europe Is Coming
SiD Sounds with Jacqueline Dahlström, André Houdet, and many others.
All of the interviews from the Strength in Depth weekend in one hit! Chats with a wide variety of people from the event: the organiser Ollie Mansbridge, coach John Singleton, victorious athlete Jacqueline Dahlström, the elated André Houdet, proud agent Snorri Baron, some of the dedicated volunteers like judge Elaine Ennis, and MC Sam La Roche, team CrossFit Cirencester, and Scott Britts from Battle Cancer, quick chats with the guys from Whoop and Nocco, and a big, big loved up squeeze from mindset coach Alex Hipwell, and the lovely Karen Simmonds, mum of El...
2022-07-06
39 min
Europe Is Coming
Strength in Depth debrief with John Singleton
A Strength in Depth debrief with coach John Singleton about how Strength in Depth went, we talk about the last chance semis, drug testing and what's next for the four athletes he has going to the games. In the next episode of the podcast we have a Strength in Depth special including an interview with Justin Bergh, Andre Houdet and Jacqueline Dahlstrom and lots more, so please like, subscribe and share Europe is Coming with your friends, It all helps! You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/John here: https://www.in...
2022-06-23
43 min
Europe Is Coming
Off to London for SID with Coach John Singleton
A coach's POV on preparing for the semi finals, in advance of the second and final European semi final for the 2022 CrossFit Games, John Singleton talks about the mental and physical preparations that must happen before. You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/John here: https://www.instagram.com/johnchristiansingleton/And Vicki here: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to ge...
2022-06-10
26 min
Europe Is Coming
CrossFit's European Manager, Ollie Mansbridge talks about Strength in Depth & the growth of European CrossFit
Ollie Mansbridge talks about the origins of Strength in Depth, how CrossFit changed his life, and the growth of CrossFit in Europe. You can follow Strength in Depth here: https://www.instagram.com/strengthindepthuk/You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a l...
2022-06-06
40 min
Europe Is Coming
"It's possible guys" Moritz Fiebig on qualifying for the Games.
German athlete, Moritz Fiebig talks about Lowlands and how it feels to have qualified for the Games. You can find Mortiz here https://www.instagram.com/mrtzfbg/His podcast is Brathletic City https://open.spotify.com/show/37CYjkOYU8dw16Yr5rouzw?si=d_rFTTisTGOGekXskDnbjQYou can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the c...
2022-06-02
19 min
Europe Is Coming
Lowlands debrief with John Singleton
How difficult is it coaching athletes during semi finals? What's John's opinion about the rope situation, and when is he ever going to get some time off?You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make y...
2022-06-01
22 min
Europe Is Coming
Lowlands Sunday Report
Part two of the Lowlands Throwdown report includes reactions from the Sigmundsdottir and Campbell families, an interview with Games Rookie Matilde Garnes, Adaptive Athlete Charlie Holford, and the founder of the French clothing brand Unchained. Thanks to the https://www.instagram.com/crossfitlowlandsthrowdown/ for the invitation, you guys ran a great competition!You can find The Progrm here : https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki here: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or t...
2022-05-28
24 min
Europe Is Coming
Lowlands Throwdown Saturday report
Vicki finally gets to be a roving reporter in Amsterdam! There are tulips, canals, and bicycles everywhere, and PLENTY of CrossFitters. This episode features interviews with https://www.instagram.com/tanjadavidsdottir/https://www.instagram.com/mai__lan/https://www.instagram.com/noortjebleeker/Thanks to the https://www.instagram.com/crossfitlowlandsthrowdown/ for the invitation, you guys are running a great competition! You can find The Progrm here : https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki here: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you...
2022-05-22
30 min
Europe Is Coming
Robbin Stalma, Event Director for the CrossFit Lowlands Throwdown
A Sunday chat with Robbin Stalma just a few days before the Lowlands Throwdown kicks off. And did you ever wonder wtf the Benelux is? Then now is your opportunity to finally get that mystery solved. You can get your tickets for the semi final here https://www.lowlandsthrowdown.nl/You can find The Progrm here : https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki here: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, ju...
2022-05-16
19 min
Europe Is Coming
The Fittest Showman, Khan Porter
This time Khan Porter tells Vicki about how his life and training have changed since moving to Iceland, his love of competition, and the intricacies of being an international athlete. You can follow Khan here https://www.instagram.com/iamkhanporter/ The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://t...
2022-05-14
1h 06
Europe Is Coming
Preparing for semi-finals with John Singleton
Back again to chat about the Semi Final training camp, did The Progrm have the biggest group of European athletes training together, what about the seeding process, and does John ever get any time off? You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and tak...
2022-05-09
35 min
Europe Is Coming
Athlete Andre Houdet, inspiration and commitment.
Andre talks about setting goals to win Semi Finals, how his family inspire him, and what other big events are coming up in his life this year. You can find Andre at https://www.instagram.com/andrehoudet/ The Progrm at https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://thep...
2022-04-27
43 min
Europe Is Coming
Sam Stewart, the realities and joys of being a professional athlete.
Sam talks about martial arts, overcoming injury and his life as a professional athlete. You can find Sam at https://www.instagram.com/sam.stewart/The Progrm at https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!
2022-04-25
44 min
Europe Is Coming
Lazar Dukić, being the big brother and stepping up for his fellow athletes.
Lazar Dukić talks about his experiences at Quarter Finals, sibling rivalry with his brother and the Professional Fitness Athlete's Association. You can find Lazar at https://www.instagram.com/lazadjukic/ The Progrm at https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY a...
2022-04-22
33 min
Europe Is Coming
Gommaar D'Hulst from WOD Science
This time we have scientist Gommaar D'Hulst, one half of the team behind WOD Science in to chat about myths around Protein, Nasal Breathing, What Makes Elite Athletes SO Good, and his future research into pea protein. Click here to find the WOD Science book on ProteinYou can find Gommaar at https://www.instagram.com/wod_science/The Progrm at https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/Vicki at https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or t...
2022-04-18
54 min
Europe Is Coming
What's Up Doc? With Julie Hougard Neilsen
Julie Hougard Nielsen talks about her life as a full time doctor and a competitive CrossFit athlete. She tells me about her mum who is one of her sporting heroes, how her experience at Wodapalooza fuelled her fire for the 2022 season, and how the Danish live a sporty outdoor lifestyle.Follow Julie here: https://www.instagram.com/julie.hn/You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm co...
2022-04-13
31 min
Europe Is Coming
Quarterfinals debriefed with John Singleton
After a busy weekend of Quarterfinals, John Singleton takes some time to debrief with Vicki how the weekend went and how it feels to have seven athletes progressing through to the next stage. We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!You can find Vicki at https://www.i...
2022-03-29
38 min
Europe Is Coming
Norwegian athlete, Leah Storen: discovering CrossFit in the pandemic
Leah Storen has surprised herself and her coach by finishing in 22nd place in The Open. Vicki chatted to her prior to Quarter Finals weekend. You can find Leah here https://www.instagram.com/leahstoren/Vicki here https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/And The Progrm here https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and...
2022-03-24
18 min
Europe Is Coming
Belgian athlete, Manon Angonese, the hunger and power of ambition.
Manon Angonese is from Belgium. She talks about swapping from professional showjumping to CrossFit. She explains why her nickname is Whiteshark, and talks about her hunger to get to The Games this year. You can find Manon here https://www.instagram.com/manon_angonese.whiteshark/Vicki here https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/And The Progrm here https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the...
2022-03-23
21 min
Europe Is Coming
Norwegian athlete, Andrea Solberg, moving to Oslo and overcoming injury.
Andrea Solberg has recently moved to train at CrossFit Oslo where the legendary athlete Kristen Holte and team CrossFit Oslo Wolfpack who finished second last year at the Games.Andrea has finished in 9th place in The Open and we caught up with her prior to the Quarter Finals stage to talk about where she's at and how she feels. She talks about her unique technique for warming up, her mental approach to competition, how she handles pressure, and her daily gratitude practice. You can follow Andrea here https://www.instagram.com/andreasolberg/
2022-03-22
32 min
Europe Is Coming
UK Athlete Reggie Fasa, hard graft and the motivation of losing.
This time we have a chat with Reggie Fasa from the UK. Reggie talks about what it's like to become a full time professional athlete and the reality of coping with the demands of the job. A quick warning there is some adult language, you can take the boy out of Newcastle but you can't take Newcastle out of the boy. You can find Reggie : https://www.instagram.com/reggiefasa_/You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offe...
2022-03-21
36 min
Europe Is Coming
Swedish athlete and 22.1 sensation, Victor Ljungdal
Victor Ljungdal scored a whopping 390 reps in 22.1 to take first place in that workout. He has now finished 6th overall in The Open. He speaks to us about this "surreal experience", what it's like working as a full time nurse, be the dad to 5 month old Vera AND still manage to train at an elite level. You can follow Victor here https://www.instagram.com/victorljungdalYou can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a...
2022-03-19
18 min
Europe Is Coming
22.3 Debrief and preparing for Quarterfinals with John Singleton
This time John Singleton and Vicki go over the Open Leaderboard and talk about what athletes are doing now to prepare for Quarterfinals. Please like, subscribe and share this episode with your friendsYou can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.co...
2022-03-15
24 min
Europe Is Coming
22.2 Debrief with John Singleton
Back again to chat Open Workouts, what's going for those who are training for Quarter Finals and how is John's Spanish holding up during the live Open announcements? You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES an...
2022-03-09
21 min
Europe Is Coming
Alex Hipwell, how to work on your mindset for the Open and beyond.
If you need a good kick up the butt, Alex Hipwell might just be the woman for you. Alex is a mindset coach taking care of elite female athletes to help them to get that extra 1% on the competition floor and in their daily lives. She reveals a few tricks to help you perform better under pressure, and how to remember to show up for yourself every day. Follow Alex on https://www.instagram.com/alexhipwell/ she answers a lot of messages every day so drop her a line if you feel inspired! You can...
2022-03-03
35 min
Europe Is Coming
22.1 Debrief with John Singleton
John talks about Gabi Migala's strategy for 22.1 which in four letters was "YOLO". You only live once, and if you are one of the fittest young athletes in the world, then why not go for it? 22.1 debriefed, a quick browse of the leaderboard, a chat about mere mortals versus elite athletes and some theories as to why the young female athletes are so bloody good. You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for...
2022-03-02
23 min
Europe Is Coming
What about The Open... with John Singleton
Whatever level you are as a CrossFit athlete The Open is a pretty exciting time of the year. John and Vicki talk about how The Progrm athletes are preparing and what they are focusing on in their training, how the changes at HQ may or may not be affecting the sport, and how work and study can affect a promising athlete. You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Pro...
2022-02-22
32 min
Europe Is Coming
Snorri Baron, athlete manager and professional big brother.
What do you do when your athlete is having a crisis? What about matching them with their ideal sponsor? And are you a good hugger? Snorri Baron answers these questions and gives his opinion on a lot more. You can follow Snorri here: https://www.instagram.com/snorribaron/And his business here: https://www.instagram.com/baklandmgmt/You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or...
2022-02-17
55 min
Europe Is Coming
Swiss athlete Lukas Esslinger: his career, his advice and his future fitness plans.
This time we talk to Swiss athlete and four times Games athlete Lukas Esslinger about how he got into CrossFit, and his decision to retire. What it feels like to stop competing and become a regular guy and his advice for ambitious athletes out there about their priorities. You can follow Lukas https://www.instagram.com/esslingerlukas/You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And Vicki: https://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or...
2022-02-08
34 min
Europe Is Coming
Jacqueline Dahlstrom talks about Rogue and Dubai, and joins Hstl Made.
What changes in an athlete's preparation to go from a fairly poor performance in one competition to winning events in another only a few weeks later? And what do you say to them? I got the chance to ask Jac these questions and she gave some very honest answers. Plus we talk about one of her new sponsors, Hstl, and what it feels like to be part of that family. Follow Jacqueline here: https://www.instagram.com/jacdah/You can see the Hstl Made range here https://hstlmade.com/You can follow The Progrm: https://w...
2022-01-27
32 min
Europe Is Coming
Sports Journalist Patrick Clarke talks about his career, sports sponsorships and why dogs are so cool.
Mid Wodapalooza and still ready to chat to the Europe is Coming podcast! That's the lovely Patrick Clarke for you. Patrick talks about live competition, how he got into CrossFit, why CrossFit is like Golf, how sponsorships could change the sport, his hopes for travel to Europe and a lot more. You can see more about Patrick here: https://morningchalkup.com/author/patrickclark/Follow him here: https://www.instagram.com/pcandthepups/And his photography page is https://www.instagram.com/athleteseyephotography/You can follow The Progrm: https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/And V...
2022-01-26
1h 11
Europe Is Coming
Wodapalooza debrief
A debrief with John Singleton about Wodapalooza, his take on the workouts, comments on the athletes and speculation as to the size of the hangover after the legendary after party. Please do leave us a five star rating wherever you listen to us, it helps other CrossFit fans to find us. Follow The Progrm https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/Follow Vicki McLeodhttps://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the...
2022-01-17
35 min
Europe Is Coming
Chatting about Wodapalooza with John Singleton
The Festival of Fitness in Miami sounds amazing, especially when it's wintry over here in Europe! Podcast host Vicki McLeod chats with The Progrm coach John Singleton about the programmed workouts for Wodapalooza, how he thinks the elite women and men will stack up and his predictions for podium places for the teams as well. Please do leave us a five star rating wherever you listen to us, it helps other CrossFit fans to find us. Follow The Progrm https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/Follow Vicki McLeodhttps://www.instagram.com/vic...
2022-01-13
26 min
Europe Is Coming
@LifeOfJosii, CrossFit Content Chef, videographer and all round nice guy.
This time around I get the chance to talk to @lifeofjosi. Josi is one of CrossFit's most prolific videographers, attending The CrossFit Games and many other international competitions. We talk about how he began, his loyalty to Craig and Jas from HSTL Made and what it's like working in the high pressure environments of the competition floors. Go follow Josi to keep up with his latest work. https://www.instagram.com/lifeofjosii/Follow The Progrm https://www.instagram.com/theprogrm/Follow Vicki McLeodhttps://www.instagram.com/vicmcleod/
2022-01-08
51 min
Europe Is Coming
New Year, New What!? Dave Castro has been fired, what's next?
John Singleton and Vicki McLeod react to the shock news of Dave Castro's sacking from his position as general manager of Sport for CrossFit LLC by Eric Roza, according to an internal email circulated to CrossFit employees on January 4. We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.com/ and take a look at the COURSES and ACADEMY and make your pick!You c...
2022-01-05
24 min
Europe Is Coming
Dubai debrief with John Singleton
A quick debrief with John as he heads back to the UK for a Christmas break after a successful trip to Dubai.We talk about his impressions of the Dubai CrossFit Championship, the ski slope, how incredible it was to watch Roman smash every single workout, and we talk about Gabriela Migala, Jacqueline Dahlstrøm and Julie Hougaard Nielsen, the three female Progrm athletes John coaches. We also reflect on the year, and talk about some plans for one of his athletes in 2022. As always, please leave us a five star review if you...
2021-12-20
19 min
Europe Is Coming
Dubai Preview with John Singleton
We catch a ten minute chat with John Singleton, coach to three of the European women who are competing at this weekend's Dubai CrossFit Championships: Jacqueline Dahlstrom, Julie Hougard Neilsen and Gabriela Migala. We chat about why coaches don't get invited to athlete briefings, penguins, snow shoes and John gives his tips for the top spots. We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in the code EIC at the checkout to get the deal. Visit https://theprogrm.co...
2021-12-15
17 min
Europe Is Coming
Diego Centeno, organiser of the Dubai CrossFit Championship
Diego Centeno, he is a member of the small team of three people who organise the Dubai CrossFit Championship. We talk about how he went from Venezuela to the States to finally the United Arab Emirates. We talk about how the competition has evolved and how the invitational process works. and we talk about the decision to invite Ricky Garrard who has just completed his four year ban from the sport. Diego tells me about the Dubai lifestyle, the dreaded ski slope and a little about what the athletes can expect at the competition. NB: This...
2021-12-13
43 min
Europe Is Coming
Norwegian athlete Kristin Holte, the new Functional Fitness World Champion, and her plans for the future.
In this episode we talk with Kristin Holte, the 4th fittest woman in the world and now the reigning female Functional Fitness Champion. We talk in depth about how she has overcome self doubt to become a top athlete in the world of CrossFit, and and how she is preparing to end her competitive career and what comes next. Our next episodes will feature: Commentator and journalist Brian Friend, Athlete Evie Hollis The organiser of the Dubai CrossFit Championship, Diego Centeno. Please like and share our podcast with your friends and leave us a...
2021-12-09
51 min
Europe Is Coming
Victor Casanovas from the Madrid CrossFit Challenger Series
This episode is about the new Madrid CrossFit Challenger Series which has just been launched. I talk to Victor Casanovas who is one of the organisers of the competition. With a 70 grand prize pot this competition is attracting some attention from top level athletes and is looking to establish itself as part of the annual CrossFit "Off season" calendar. We talk about the challenges of organising a competition and their ambitions for the future. Since recording this episode the competition has announced their ambassadors who includea couple of lesser known athletes Annie Thorisdottir and Bjor...
2021-12-03
20 min
Europe Is Coming
Hungarian athlete Kristóf Horváth
This interview is with athlete Kristóf Horváth and was recorded in October 2021.Kristof speaks about his childhood, growing up in Hungary with his fit family, how he and his little sister Laura got into CrossFit, that first CrossFit Gamesexperience, how he manages to support his girlfriend Gabriela whilst keeping focus on his own goals, and a lot more. Kristof will be competing soon at the Madrid CrossFit Challenger. Please look out for an interview soon with the organisers Min 0 to 4.00 Country boy, Mallorca in lockdown and peacock sightings 4.00 Growing up wit...
2021-11-22
51 min
Europe Is Coming
Obstacle or opportunity with Coach John Singleton
Min 0 to 13 Opportunity or obstacle, we discuss the changes to the 2022 Games Schedule and what they might mean for Teens and Masters. Who should be programming the official CrossFit competitions and should anyone read anything into "off season" performances? Min 13 to 13 German Throwdown (Congrats to all the athletes and a shout out for Martin Feiferlik who trains with The Progrm).Min 13 to 17 How do elite athletes choose which competitions to attend? How much does it cost to go to compete?Min 17 What's the big deal about Rogue, Dubai and Wodapalooza? Min 19 Sola, Mia and Julie Go...
2021-11-17
25 min
Europe Is Coming
Coach Nat Diez, Country Manager for CrossFit España
If you have taken your level one in Spain then it is quite likely that you were taught by today's guest Coach Nat Diez (@nat10p)We talk about her career in CrossFit, her humble beginnings in the sport, working her way up to the position of Country Manager for CrossFit Espana (@crossfitespana). We speak about the incredible rise in popularity in CrossFit in Spain, and how the pandemic has contributed to that. Nat has also judged elite athletes in CrossFit competitions since 2015 and she has some valuable advice for anyone who is a judge, plus we d...
2021-11-13
1h 06
Europe Is Coming
Polish athlete, Gabriela Migala
In this episode of the Europe is Coming podcast we talk to Gabriela Migala. This interview was recorded a couple of weeks before she came third at the Rogue Invitational in Texas. We talk about her start in the sport, the influence her mum Monica has had on her, training with her fellow competitors, gummy bears, oatmeal and dealing with self doubt. Coming up in our next episodes, we talk about the redesign of the Games season, how it will affect European athletes, and how the CrossFit community is growing through Europe. Don't for...
2021-11-06
45 min
Europe Is Coming
Rogue Debrief with John Singleton
In this episode we catch up quickly with John Singleton, coach to Gabriela Migala and Jacqueline Dahlstrom for a debrief on the recent 2021 Rogue Invitational. We chat about Gabriela’s podium finish, competition strategy, the hospitality of Texans, how the rest of the field performed, and a whole lot more.Please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and stay tuned. We have an EIC offer for you. You can get a 10% discount on all of The Progrm courses or the Athlete Academy, just pop in t...
2021-11-01
17 min
Europe Is Coming
Rogue Invitational with John Singleton
In this episode I catch up with John Singleton as he and his athletes, Gabriela Migala and Jacqueline Dahlstrom prepare for theRogue Invitational in Texas. We speak about the preparations for the competition, the Rogue experience, the workouts, and John's predictions for the top spots for the Elite categories. Min 0 to 1, inevitable chat between Britishers about the weather 1.40 Time difference and flying, adjustments for the athletes 2.20 Permission to enter US 2.40 Praise for Rogue about how they have been treating the athletes 3.30 Cowboy swag jealousy3.50 Mood in the camp with the com...
2021-10-28
21 min
Europe Is Coming
Norwegian athlete, Jacqueline Dahlstrøm
For this episode we speak to Games Athlete Jacqueline Dahlstrøm.Jac competed at the 2021 CrossFit Games, finishing 17th.She is originally from Norway but now lives on the island of Mallorca in Spain.We talk about her early years as a pony mad teenager, her studies as an engineer, her switch to professional sportswoman, her struggles, her injuries and her triumphs.This episode was recorded on Jacqueline’s actual birthday, a couple of weeks before she went on to place third at the Madrid CrossFit Championships.As the episode is...
2021-10-27
48 min
Europe Is Coming
Icelandic athlete, Solveig Sigurdardottir
Hey everyone, welcome back! This is episode two of our new podcast, Europe is Coming. This time around we've got you an extremely honest interview with the rather amazing athlete Solveig Sigurdardottir. Recorded just a couple of weeks before she won the Madrid CrossFit Championship Sola and Vicki talk about Sola's early success as part of a team and qualifying for the CrossFit Games in 2016, her struggles to find herself as an individual athlete, her ongoing relationship with food and her body, social media, gender equality in CrossFit and a whole lot more. Min 1.00 Life in Iceland a...
2021-10-24
55 min
Europe Is Coming
Head Coach and founder of The Progrm, John Singleton
We are kicking off the season with an interview with John Singleton, coach to many elite CrossFit athletes. John and I talk about how he started out, his time as a budding Kung Fu martial artist, his discovery of CrossFit and his own competitive career, his transition into full time coaching, and how he came to live and work on the island of Mallorca in Spain. Min 1.25 - 3.00 John talks about his background, his degree in Osteopathy and his dyslexia. Min 3.00 - 5.00 His "Kill Bill" period, and where is the outfit nowMin 5.00 - 8.47 John's in...
2021-10-17
34 min
Europe Is Coming
The Europe is Coming Podcast is ... COMING!!
Europe is Coming, the podcast for anyone interested in the European competitive CrossFit scene. Dedicated to talking to Elite European CrossFit athletes and the people behind them.Eat, Sleep, Train, Repeat: we will go inside the mindset of professional athletes. What drives them and what inspires them.A Progrm production hosted by Vicki McLeod.Contact us: media@theprogrm.comFollow us: www.instagram.com/theprogrmTheme tune: Call of the North, Niklas JohanssonEpidemic SoundWe have an EIC offer for you. You can...
2021-10-16
01 min
The Chief Life Podcast
#108 – The Progrm – John Singleton
John Singleton is the creator of The Progrm. He was first bough onto the CrossFit Games scene with his work with Sara Sigmundsdottir and Bjorkvin Gudmanson. Since then he has worked with plenty of other games athletes and grown The Progrm to help not only... The post #108 – The Progrm – John Singleton appeared first on The Chief Life.
2018-02-08
00 min