Julia Papworth

Los Angeles

Fantasy Football Analyst and Writer at Freelance

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Dani Speegle Joins the New Cast of 'American Gladiators'

3 days ago | barbend.com | Julia Papworth

In June of last year, The Hollywood Reporter broke the news that Amazon had ordered a reboot of the competition series American Gladiators following successful reboots of both the Australian and UK versions. The show originally premiered in 1989 and was considered one of the first reality competition series, pitting amateur athletes against each other as they battled a cast of “gladiators” through various physical challenges and events.
Why Lauren Kalil’s Packing FITAID for Every Trip This Season

1 week ago | barbend.com | Julia Papworth

Talk about a woman on the go. Whether it’s her infectious laugh or her on-the-spot athlete interviews at events around the world, if you’re a fan of CrossFit, there’s no doubt you know Lauren Kalil. Constantly traveling from her home base in Syracuse, NY, where she podcasts, Kalil has produced content from as far as Dubai, UAE, and across Europe, as well as from locations throughout the United States. Lately, Kalil has been spending a lot of her time at the Tactical Games.
Labor of Love: How Hatch Athletic Cares for Women During All Stages of Life and Fitness

1 week ago | barbend.com | Julia Papworth

Kat Suchet always prided herself on being an athlete in her younger years, but she was looking for a new challenge as she entered her early 30s. Turns out, CrossFit was exactly what she needed, so she jumped headfirst into this new world of functional fitness.
Training Partners Reunited – Olivia Kerstetter and Chris Ibarra Punch Their Tickets to Albany | BarBend

4 weeks ago | barbend.com | Julia Papworth

Last season, Olivia Kerstetter narrowly missed qualifying for the CrossFit Games. She finished in ninth place at the 2024 West Coast Classic – the North American West Semifinal – but only the top eight women received tickets to the Games. Chris Ibarra, Kerstetter’s training partner, also competed at the event, finishing in sixth and earning his first trip to the Games. Emotions were complicated for both athletes leading up to the Games.
Why Mat Fraser and Josh Bridges Are Investing in Recovery — and Why You Should, Too | BarBend

1 month ago | barbend.com | Julia Papworth

Powered by:Being a successful CrossFit athlete requires more than just pull-ups and personal records; you won’t reach the peak of your fitness without focusing on recovery. Two prominent figures in the CrossFit community, Mat Fraser and Josh Bridges, understand the significance of recovery. With 12 CrossFit Games appearances between them, they have competed at a high level for years, and the secret to their longevity lies in their emphasis on recovery.
8 Weeks Postpartum, Paige Powers Surprised Herself at Mayhem Classic

2 months ago | barbend.com | Julia Papworth

On February 7, Mayhem athlete and Games veteran Paige Powers gave birth to her daughter, Oaklee Ann Rodgers. Eight weeks after her birth, on April 5, Powers competed at the 2025 Mayhem Classic, the first In-Person Qualifying Event of this season. The Buttery Bros. — Heber Cannon, Marston Sawyers, and Julian Marquez — spoke with Powers about her return to the competition floor in their behind-the-scenes look at the event. “I didn’t even realize I’d be in a qualifying position,” she said in the video.
2025 Rookie Profile: RB Devin Neal (Fantasy Football)

2 months ago | thefantasyfootballers.com | Julia Papworth

There is no shortage of draftable RBs in the 2025 NFL Draft, and Devin Neal from Kansas is another young man hoping to make a name for himself. A hometown Kansas boy through and through, Neal grew up in Lawrence, attended Lawrence High School, and committed to play for the University of Kansas. Neal was a four-star recruit, committing to play both baseball and football as a Jayhawk. He turned down offers from Iowa, Nebraska, Oklahoma State, and Kansas State to stay close to home.
Gabi Migała Reveals She Re-Tore Her Achilles; Shares Next Steps

2 months ago | barbend.com | Julia Papworth

It’s been a while since we last heard from Gabriela Migała, the second-fittest woman at the 2024 CrossFit Games. Now we know why: On Friday, she took to YouTube to reveal that she re-tore her Achilles. Remind me: Migała sustained her original injury at the 2024 Rogue Invitational in Aberdeen, Scotland. In Event 6, entitled “The Duel IV,” athletes had to go up and over a gigantic hay bale, complete a 50-foot sled push, and finish with four power star steps.
2025 Rookie Profile: RB Bhayshul Tuten (Fantasy Football)

2 months ago | thefantasyfootballers.com | Julia Papworth

Few people knew the name Bhayshul Tuten before his scalding hot 40-yard dash time at the NFL Combine. He clocked an impressive 4.32, the fastest among RBs at the Combine in 2025, and the fastest split at 1.49. We all know it is the year of the RB when it comes to the NFL Draft, and Tuten is another one on the long list of impressive options. Let’s look at Tuten’s production profile and numbers and explore his range of fantasy outcomes.
PODIUM Drops New Formula for FUSE 2025 Pre-Workout | BarBend

2 months ago | barbend.com | Julia Papworth

POWERED BY:Since its inception in 2021, athletes have enjoyed PODIUM products, including hydration, creatine, protein, and more, all guided by experience, efficacy, and honesty. One of PODIUM’s bestsellers is Legacy FUSE, a pre-workout perfectly formulated to help you power through your most challenging workouts. Now, the best has gotten even better with the release of PODIUM’s FUSE 2025 pre-workout formula – 20% more active ingredients in 2025 for $10 less than Legacy FUSE.