S7E218: Xenom - The True Global Standard for Crossfit Sport?

We sit down with Xenom founder Keith Barlow to unpack a new CrossFit-licensed, two-day, 10-event competition designed to test broad fitness without watering down the methodology. We dig into programming choices, decathlon-style scoring, and how a global standardized format could strengthen athletes, affiliates, and the wider CrossFit ecosystem. • what Xenom is and why it is not fitness racing • the Decathlon of Fitness concept and how 10 events fit into two days • why Xenom is built for CrossFitters rather than maximum accessibility • how competitions shape gym culture and training priorities for affiliates • day one structure including max snatch, gymnastics, a 60-second bike sprint, barbell cycling, and a run-ski endurance test • decathlon-style benchmark scoring plus progressive point value within workouts • how programming decisions balance time domains, skills, and logistics across countries • judging, volunteer roles, and delivering a premium athlete experience • future event roadmap across the US and Europe • safety planning, medical coverage, and the approach to anti-doping and integrity Be on the lookout for next week's episode