Ep 1. Venice Beach Qualifying

American Ninja Warrior is a show that features contestants from all walks of life, competing in a series of challenging obstacles set up on an increasingly difficult course. The show invites viewers to watch as these everyday heroes push their limits, both physically and mentally, in an effort to become the ultimate American Ninja Warrior.

In the season 7 premiere episode, titled 'Venice Beach Qualifying', the audience is introduced to a new crop of competitors looking to prove their mettle on the course. As usual, the opening round of the competition takes place in Venice Beach, California, and viewers are treated to a host of new obstacles designed to test the limit of the contestants.

The episode begins by introducing some of the standout competitors to the audience. We meet 29-year-old Stuntman from Pennsylvania, Dan Polizzi, who wants to become the first person in his family to become an American Ninja Warrior. We also get to know school teacher, Maggi Thorne, who feels her age will hinder her performance, but mentally prepared to overcome these obstacles. With a wide range of people coming from different backgrounds, an emphasis is put on the physical abilities required to participate in the competition.

As the contestants start competing, the audience is treated to some incredible stunts and thrilling moments. The competition is fierce, and only those with the very best skills will be able to advance to the next level. In true American Ninja Warrior fashion, there are several new obstacles this season that have caught the competitors off-guard, resulting in some entertaining wipeouts. Balance obstacles prove most difficult, while still being perhaps the more classic elements of the competition.

However, as it is a competition, there are several individuals that seem the have the upper hand, particularly from the male category. Competitors like Grant McCartney, Sean Bryan, and Jake Murray all perform outstandingly, breezing through the obstacles and finishing the course with impressive time.

Female contestants also do not disappoint, with Jesse 'Flex' Labreck proving that gender is no barrier in this competition. She is one of the most popular and physically successful female contestants on the show, and she delivers an impressive performance, easily overcoming several new obstacles that the show has incorporated this season.

As the qualifying round comes to a close, we see the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat as the contestants either successfully finish the course or fall agonizingly short. The show effectively creates an exciting atmosphere, as the audience can see these individuals evolve throughout the program. Judges show utmost respect to the competitors, as they can only imagine the sheer physical discipline required.

In the end, this first episode of season 7 of American Ninja Warrior proves to be an exciting start to the competition, setting the stage for a season full of incredible moments and intense athleticism. The preparation and execution displayed on the course is highly commendable, and one can't help but be awe-struck by the competitions help and skills. Fans of the show will not be disappointed, and anyone who enjoys thrill-seeking can tune in to watch these daring individuals take on the ultimate challenge.