Event Evolution: Behind the Scenes with Bob Jennings
In Episode 87 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, Rick Stevenson sits down with Bob Jennings to discuss the evolution of event management in the CrossFit community, particularly in the wake of COVID-19. Bob, a key figure in organizing CrossFit events, shares his reflections on the lessons learned, improvements made, and the ongoing challenges in creating exceptional competitions.This episode is powered by Thirdzy, your go-to for game-changing sleep recovery. Imagine hitting your workouts harder and waking up feeling unstoppable. That's what Thirdzy's PM Recovery Collagen does for me. It's like a pre-workout, but for your sleep, fueling your body's active recovery processes without any melatonin or sedatives. Just one scoop before bed supports deeper, more restorative sleep, so you can crush your fitness goals. Ready to experience your best rest and recovery? Visit thirdzy.com and transform your nights into recovery power hours. Thirdzy, because sleep is the ultimate recovery tool. Save 20% with code JasonzzzThe conversation dives into preparations for the upcoming Legends event, highlighting the focus on athlete experience, programming challenges, and the importance of maintaining smooth event flow. Bob candidly shares the highs and lows from last year's event and the adjustments being made to enhance organization and community engagement this year.Rick and Bob also explore the financial side of running CrossFit events, especially with the recent changes to the qualification process for the CrossFit Games. They discuss the judging process, accountability in video reviews, and collaborations with organizations like MFC to elevate the competition landscape. The issue of doping in the sport is also touched on, emphasizing the need for clean and fair competition.Join this insightful discussion to gain a behind-the-scenes perspective on what it takes to organize successful CrossFit events and the future of competitions in the community. #CrossFitEvents #EventManagement #LegendsChampionship #MastersInMotion Get full access to EverBold | Jason Grubb at jasongrubb.substack.com/subscribe