Ep. 110 | 2026 CrossFit Semifinals
Jun 21, 20262h 5mEp. 110S2
In this episode, Miguel and James discuss the 2026 CrossFit Semifinals.
Hosted by James McDermott · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 203 episodes
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Hosted by James McDermott, THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK! is a podcast of interviews and solo shows on coaching and training.James (@jamesamcdermott) holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from SUNY Cortland. He is a multi-book author, L3 CrossFit Trainer, USA Weightlifting Level 2 Coach, and long-time Head Coach at Albany CrossFit. James's goals are to share the knowledge gained from the last 15 years of his career, learn from amazing guest, and motivate others to be better. Feedback = growth. Please send any comments or questions to James. If you like what you hear share the show!
James McDermott hosts THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!, a health show with 203 episodes published.
In this episode, Miguel and James discuss the 2026 CrossFit Semifinals.
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