Crossfit Grandview Podcast

Today we’re joined by longtime member and low-key assassin Jason Eliason. For over a decade, Jason has been one of the most consistent and high-performing athletes in our gym, and his background is just as impressive — multi-sport small-town athlete turned financial advisor.Kate and I pick his brain on what we should focus on in our 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s to set ourselves up for the lifestyle we want in retirement. Tons of overlap between the habits that build financial health and the habits that build physical health — and Jason breaks it all down in a super relatable way.Smart guy. Great conversation. Must-listen.#CrossFitGrandview #GrandviewBarbell #CFGVPodcast #FinanceMeetsFitness #Episode166

Episode 164 of the CrossFit Grandview Podcast features a true behind-the-scenes hero — Dave Ruble. For the past 8 years, Dave has quietly kept our 24,000-sq-ft facility clean, showing up at midnight, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. But that’s not why he’s on the mic… Inspired by the athletes and environment around him, Dave made one of the most incredible transformations we’ve ever seen — dropping 75 lbs and going from 235 to 162 at age 65. In this episode, he shares how consistency, discipline, and small daily wins changed his life. A must-listen on steady work and real transformation.

This week we sit down with Greg Cantwell, and with 60+ years on the planet and decades of training experience… we had a lot to cover.Varsity basketball, heavy lifting, cycling, marathons, a full Ironman, three years of competitive taekwondo, and now CrossFit — Greg has truly done it all.This one was such a fun conversation we easily could’ve gone 3–4 hours. Don’t miss it!

This week we sit down with longtime member Sara Zolinski, who’s experienced just about everything CrossFit Grandview & Barbell has to offer since joining in 2018 — from CrossFit and The Body Biz to Saturday REVs, Summer Shred, Hot for the Holidays, and even our Tulum Retreat.We dive into Sara’s background in horseback riding, cycling, and her time in the Peace Corps living in Africa for over two years, and her next big adventure — the 20+ mile Cactus to Clouds hike in California (a perfect fit for our adventurous Grandview crew).⚠️ Heads up: we had some AV issues early on, but the video kicks in around the 20-minute mark. Tune in anyway — this one’s worth it!#CrossFitGrandview #GrandviewBarbell #CFGVPodcast #Community #AdventureFitness #CactusToClouds

This week Kate, Dave, and I catch up with longtime member Luke Peterson, who brings an incredible mix of heart, humor, and perspective to the mic.From his basketball and golf days to becoming a pastor at Capital Church, Luke shares how his faith and fitness communities overlap — and how CrossFit has become a huge part of his family’s rhythm. You’ll hear about his L2 throwdowns with Drake and Kali, REV workouts with his wife Shaelyn, and how the whole crew (kids included) finds their groove here at CFGV.Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube

This week we’re joined once again by one of our regular expert guests — Dr. Mattie Betts — to talk all things back pain!Dave and I have both dealt with our fair share of issues over the years, so we had plenty to dig into: what causes back pain, how to prevent it, and the best ways to get out of it.This episode is packed with insights, stories, and takeaways you can actually use. A fun and super helpful listen!

This week we welcome back Affiliate PT team member Dr. Pat McSweeney! Pat just hit a huge PR in his sprint triathlon and now has his sights set on the Columbus Half Marathon. We dive into his training approach, mindset, and what it takes to keep pushing limits.Always a blast having Pat on—tune in for endurance tips, laughs, and plenty of motivation.

In this week’s episode, Kate and Brandon break down everything coming up at the gym over the next few months. From the launch of our Fall Strength Cycle leading into the gym-wide Rogue Total on November 17th, to community highlights like the Fall Social at Echo Distillery (October 11th), Hot for the Holidays, the Santa Party, and our Winter Holiday Party—we’ve got a packed calendar.If you’re new to the gym or just want to stay in the loop, this episode is loaded with all the key dates and details you won’t want to miss.

This week we sit down with our new Power Hour coach, Page Blaney!Page comes to us as a former Marine with years of powerlifting experience dating back to high school. In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics—ideal athletic weight and how it shifts across sports and stages of life, nutrition and cooking, plus plenty more.Tune in to get to know Page and hear his unique perspective on training, food, and performance!#CrossFitGrandview #GrandviewBarbell #PowerHour #CrossFitPodcast #ColumbusFitness #Powerlifting #CrossFitCommunity #StrengthTraining #Nutrition #MarineVeteran

This week on the CrossFit Grandview Podcast we sit down with Affiliate PT team member, Dr. Kelsey Sizemore, DPT. Kelsey is a highly skilled physical therapist who specializes in women’s health and pelvic floor care, but her expertise and athletic background extend far beyond that.In this episode, we dive into training, navigating injuries, a little bit of parenthood, and what makes Kelsey such a valuable part of both our community and our team. She’s an incredible resource, an amazing athlete, and simply a great addition to the crew.Tune in to get to know Kelsey—you won’t want to miss this one!

This week I sit down with local boxing legend and coach Chad Van Sickle. Chad’s story is incredible—he kicked off his career by winning the Ohio State Toughman Championship as an amateur (just like his dad did back in the early 80’s), then went on to capture the NABA Cruiserweight Title and the WBC Americas Championship as a pro.Since hanging up the gloves, Chad has been one of the top coaches in the region, training some of the best amateur and professional fighters around. He’s also been my boxing coach since 2019—helping me make a successful comeback to the sport at 40 years old in 2022.Chad brings amazing insights, wild stories, and a wealth of experience from an exciting life in boxing. The best part? You can actually train with him and learn boxing right here in our gym!

This week on the podcast we sit down with 12-year 8:30am regular — Scott Walker to talk about his incredible experience taking on 29029 Everesting. In this unique endurance event, participants have 36 hours to climb 29,029 feet — the vertical equivalent of summiting Mount Everest — by hiking up and down a mountain repeatedly. Scott shares how a recent carpal tunnel surgery became the catalyst for shifting gears and training for one of the most mentally and physically demanding challenges of his life. We get into the training, the event itself, and what it really means to push your limits.This one’s all about grit, and showing up for the next big thing — even after life throws you a curveball.

This week marks our 150th episode — a mini milestone, but also a heavy one. It landed on the 1-year anniversary of my brother Alex’s passing, and honestly, I wasn’t sure I had it in me to record.What followed was an open, honest conversation about life, community, and what it means to keep moving forward when it’s hard to do so. Grateful to have Dave and Kate in my corner — their support on this episode and beyond means the world.Tune in for a raw and real discussion that reminds us why this community is so much more than just fitness.

This week on the CrossFit Grandview Podcast, we sit down with 12-year members Andy & Alana Bartos! We cover it all — training through life changes, balancing fitness with parenthood, travel workouts, how the gym has evolved over the years, and even how they met at Grandview. Tons of laughs, memories, and insight in this one. Don’t miss it! #CrossFitGrandview #CFGPodcast #CommunityDrivenFitness #CrossFitCouple #GrandviewFam

This week’s guest needs no introduction in Buckeye country — former Ohio State running back Master Teague and current Grandview Barbell member joins us for one of our most inspiring episodes yet!We dive into:- His journey growing up and training as a football player- His time at Ohio State from 2018–2021- His current pursuit of a Master’s in Architecture at OSU- And for our strength & conditioning junkies — just wait until you hear his combine stats:• 4.4 40-yard dash• 27 reps at 225• Nearly an 11' broad jump...all post-Achilles surgery.This one’s a must-listen — Master is still in elite shape and has the mindset to match!

In this week’s episode of the CrossFit Grandview Podcast, we sit down once again with Dr. Mattie Betts for a deep dive into the Masters Games season. We cover how to keep improving into your 40s, training with purpose, setting and attacking goals with a clear plan, and strategies for staying healthy, recovering from injuries, and dialing in your nutrition.Dr. Mattie brings a ton of experience, knowledge, and plenty of laughs—this one’s packed with actionable takeaways and lighthearted moments. One of the sharpest guests we’ve had on the show, Dr. Mattie delivers tons of insight you can immediately apply to your own training!

This week we sit down with our oldest (and one of our most inspiring) members — Carmen Cordova, who’s still crushing workouts at 77 years young .Carmen shares her journey growing up playing sports, living in Ecuador, discovering CrossFit back in 2013, and training with Kate even before that. She still deadlifts over 200lbs, travels the world, and competes in the CrossFit Open every year.You’re not going to want to miss this one — a true testament to what’s possible with consistency, community, and a love for training.