Crossfit Founder’s Downfall: Cocaine, Lavish Spending and Scandal

WHO:

Drudge Report - The article identifies the subject as the founder of CrossFit.

NY Post - The article describes the subject as CrossFit’s “cult-like founder.”

WHAT:

Drudge Report - The headline lists cocaine, affairs, and phone bills of $200K among details in the founder’s “rise and fall.”

NY Post - The headline cites cocaine, $200K phone bills, and private-jet detours for fast food.

NY Post - The article says a new book reveals sex, drugs, and excessive spending associated with the intense workouts.

WHERE:

NY Post - The headline says the fast-food detours took place during private-jet travel.

WHY:

NY Post - The article links the reported sex, drugs, and excessive spending with CrossFit’s intense workouts.

(UPDATED October 27, 2026 15:07 UTC)

A new book details the rise and fall of CrossFit’s founder, describing cocaine use, affairs and excessive spending. It cites phone bills reaching $200,000 and private-jet detours for fast food. The book links the reported sex, drugs and spending to the culture surrounding CrossFit’s intense workouts.