Behind The Grind with Mintra Tilly

Patrick Wilson has spent his career moving between stage and screen. In this episode, he talks about discipline and what it actually takes to stay in it over time. From Broadway to blockbuster films, we get into pressure, identity, and why success has to be personal.

He's one of the most dominant CrossFit athletes in history. Five titles, countless records, and a mindset that changed the sport forever. But behind the wins was fear, the kind that drives, isolates, and defines you. In this episode, Mat opens up about what it really took to stay on top, why “training scared” became his edge, and how he’s building new purpose through HWPO and life beyond compe...

She built a business. She raised two daughters. She showed up online with honesty that inspired thousands. But behind Revie Jane Schulz’s success is a story of survival, trauma, and the daily choice to heal. In this episode, Revie opens up about growing up in chaos, breaking cycles, navigating OCD and imposter syndrome, and finding strength in motherhood and fitness.

He had it all: elite talent, fame, and a $32M NFL contract. Then came an overdose, a suspension, and the long road to rebuilding. But one comeback wasn’t enough. Darren Waller is back -again. Just days after this recording, he announced he’s unretiring and signing with the Miami Dolphins. In this episode, Darren opens up about addiction, identity, music, divorce, and the choice to keep showing up,...

Please note that we experienced a recording issue, which we were able to recover. We apologize for the audio quality at certain points. Tia-Clair Toomey is the most decorated CrossFit athlete of all time, Olympian, HYROX competitor, mother, and entrepreneur. But in this episode, she doesn’t just talk about the wins. She talks about the weight behind them. From questioning her identity to managing...

In this episode, Jason Khalipa - CrossFit World Champion, entrepreneur, and relentless competitor - joins Mintra Tilly to break down what it takes to win, adapt, and push limits. From dominating CrossFit to building a fitness empire and now stepping into HYROX racing, Jason shares hard-earned lessons on mindset, resilience, and balancing family with ambition. He opens up about his daughter’s battl...