Lexi Johnson built her platform long before she ever stepped onto a start line. What started as at-home workouts during COVID turned into a massive online and in-person community. Now she's taking that base into competition, with clear strengths and a lot of room to grow.

Then there's ErgShoot, a new format trying to carve out its own lane. It blends ergs with precision shooting, backed by real tech and early traction inside CrossFit events. The goal isn't just to be part of the space, but to build something entirely new.

Josh van Zeeland is in the middle of a reset. After injury, the focus has shifted from rushing back to building something more durable. He talks through the rehab process, what he's learned from racing at a high level, and how quickly things changed once he broke into the elite side of HYROX.

Lexi Johnson – Topics

From dental hygienist to fitness entrepreneur during COVID
The "Dungem" and building a massive audience through authenticity
Personal mission: father's health transformation driving her purpose
Community-first growth: events, clients, and real-world engagement
HYROX journey: strong stations, Pro transition, and improving running

ErgShoot – Topics

Origin story: CrossFit gym experiment to new sport concept
Biathlon inspiration: combining ergs with precision shooting
Early growth: Concept2 support and CrossFit event integrations
Sport mechanics: cardio plus accuracy under fatigue
Long-term vision: global expansion, affiliates, and standalone events

Josh van Zeeland – Topics

Rehab mindset shift: slowing down, patience, and long-term performance
From rugby and ACL injury to HYROX and endurance racing
Rapid progression: Open debut to Pro racing and Worlds performance
Race evolution: pacing, sub-60 barrier, and breakthrough results
Injury recovery: hamstring surgery and rebuilding the full athlete

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