5 CrossFit ® documentaries to watch in 2023

CrossFit® is more than just an exercise program: it's one lifestyle that has captured the attention of millions all over the world. Its popularity isn't just limited to athletes, but has extended to the general public as well, thanks in part to the wide availability of documentaries dedicated to this sport.

If you're a true CrossFit® enthusiast, here it is a list of five documentaries to watch in 2023 to deepen your knowledge and gain more inspiration.

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5 CrossFit ® documentaries to watch in 2023

1-Fittest On Earth: Retro/Active

1h48 – Available on Apple TV, Amazon, Google TV & Xbox.

A new era. A nod to the essentials. Thirteen events put the fittest athletes on the planet to the test. Watch the competition as champions defend their titles, rookies prove themselves and some begin their story of redemption.

2- Resurgence

1h52 – Available on Apple TV, iTunes & Amazon.

To be considered the strongest person on the planet, one must overcome many physical and mental challenges. In 2020, these challenges were many.

“Resurgence” captures all of this complexity as CrossFit® organizers adjust to staging a face-to-face event in the midst of a global pandemic.

They develop a new competition format to select 5 men and 5 women from a large group of athletes. These athletes travel to a small ranch in California to face all the challenges necessary to be crowned the strongest on the planet.

3-Fittest on Earth: A Decade of Fitness

1h56 – Available on Apple TV, Prime Video, iTunes & Amazon.

The 2016 CrossFit® Games were a grueling five-day, 15-event ordeal to find the fittest man and woman on the planet. The CrossFit ® Documentary “Fittest on Earth: A Decade of Fitness” follows the stories of top athletes who qualified and competed, and offers an insider's look at what it takes to break into the world's elite, both in training and on the field.

The competition challenges contestants to perform intense physical tasks, but sometimes the hardest part is the mental one. Athletes often learn the details of events minutes before the start, and everyone handles the pressure differently.

4. Froning: The fittest man in History

1h39 – Available on Apple TV & iTunes

After discovering CrossFit® in 2009, Froning began a storied career by finishing second at the 2010 Games and dominating the competition for the next four years.

His four titles, five podium finishes, 16 wins, 35 top-five finishes, and 45 top-ten finishes are all records, and he is an athlete admired by the entire CrossFit ® community.

Froning's athletic ability has been under the microscope for five years, but the Tennessee man isn't limited to snatches and pull-ups. In this documentary by Heber Cannon, we delve into the life and childhood of the sportiest man in history, follow his quest for a fourth consecutive CrossFit ® Games title and discover him as a son, husband and young father.

5. Every second counts

1h26 -Available on Amazon, Apple TV & iTunes

“Every Second Counts” is a CrossFit ® documentary released in 2009. Directed by Sevan Matossian and Carey Peterson, the film offers an intimate look into the lives of two of the sport's earliest legends, Games champion Jason Khalipa and fellow competitor Chris Speller.

The documentary follows their journeys in preparation for the 2008 CrossFit® Games, showcasing their dedication, training regimens and personal struggles.

“Every Second Counts” offers a unique perspective on the beginnings of competition and the growth of the sport. It delves into the passion and determination of the athletes who pioneered the rise of CrossFit in the fitness world.

While not one of the more recent CrossFit ® documentaries, it remains an essential film for fans and those interested in the history of the sport. It provides invaluable insight into the mindset and commitment it takes to excel in the most prestigious races.