Masters In Motion

In Episode 103 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson share their recent experience at Power Monkey Training Camp , a one-of-a-kind immersive fitness experience led by some of the world’s top coaches and Olympic athletes. This episode is powered by Bolder Athlete . Training for Masters. Get 3 weeks free: https://www.bolderathlete.com/ They walk through the variety of tra...

In Episode 102 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson reconnect after a brief hiatus, sharing updates and diving into the latest in fitness and competition. They kick off by discussing new fitness products , including Jason’s new cold plunge from Redwood Outdoors and Rick’s excitement about a new lemonade flavor from Element . This episode is powered by Thirdzy , y...

In Episode 101 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson break down the recent CrossFit Semifinals , diving into what worked, what didn’t, and what needs to evolve heading into the CrossFit Games in Columbus . They share insights from behind the scenes—highlighting both the in-person and video review judging process , and the efforts being made by the Athlete Council...

In Episode 100 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson break down their personal experiences from the 2024 CrossFit Age Group Semifinals. From the intensity of Event 4’s sprint-style pacing to the raw power of Heavy Isabelle , they recap each event, sharing real-time strategies, emotional ups and downs , and lessons learned. They also take a deeper look into the con...

In Episode 98 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson dig into all things CrossFit Semi-Finals —what’s coming, what’s working, and what needs fixing. From lessons learned in past workouts to the strategy adjustments athletes are making right now, this episode is packed with insight for competitors and fans alike. They explore the importance of scaling appropriately...

In Episode 97 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson dive into their experiences and takeaways from the 2025 CrossFit Open. From retesting workouts to reviewing leaderboard shifts, they break down what went well—and what sparked debate. The conversation turns to one of the most discussed topics of this Open: the controversial scaling for different age groups . Jason and...

In Episode 96 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson reflect on their performances in the CrossFit Open , discuss the importance of quality movement in competition , and speculate on what’s to come in the remaining workouts. This episode is powered by Thirdzy , your go-to for game-changing sleep recovery. Imagine hitting your workouts harder and waking up feeling unstopp...

In Episode 95 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , Rick Stevenson and Jason Grubb sit down with Ray Carr , a military veteran, CrossFit athlete, and coach , to discuss his journey through athletics, service, and competitive fitness . This episode is powered by Thirdzy , your go-to for game-changing sleep recovery. Imagine hitting your workouts harder and waking up feeling unstoppable. That's what Th...

In Episode 93 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson dive into a wide range of topics surrounding the CrossFit Open 2025 , judging standards , and the role of the Athlete Council in shaping the competition structure. This episode is powered by Thirdzy , your go-to for game-changing sleep recovery. Imagine hitting your workouts harder and waking up feeling unstoppable. Th...

In Episode 92 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson sit down with Jason Ansley , a former competitive athlete turned gym owner, coach, and now a key figure in the World Fitness Project . Jason shares his journey from CrossFit competitor to gym entrepreneur , the challenges of growing a fitness business, and the pivotal decision to transition from competing to event mana...

In Episode 91 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson break down their experiences at Wodapalooza , discussing everything from event logistics to judging concerns and the overall atmosphere of the competition. They explore the event’s transition to a beach venue , the unique challenges it presented, and how the community-driven energy continues to make Wodapalooza o...

In Episode 90 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson discuss the latest updates and changes in the world of CrossFit competitions, focusing on the upcoming 2024 CrossFit Games. They dive into the excitement and implications of the venue changes, including the anticipated events in Columbus, and share insights into the logistics and preparations for these new locati...

In Episode 89 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson take a deep dive into their experiences at the Legends Championship , reflecting on the challenges, programming, and atmosphere that define this premier masters competition. From the physical demands of the workouts to the unwavering community support, they share insights into what makes events like these special and h...

In Episode 88 of the Masters in Motion Podcast , Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson sit down with nutrition expert EC Synkowski, founder of Optimize Me Nutrition , to explore the essentials of building a sustainable and straightforward approach to eating well. EC shares her journey into nutrition and her mission to simplify complex dietary advice into actionable strategies for everyone. This episode i...

In Episode 87 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, Rick Stevenson sits down with Bob Jennings to discuss the evolution of event management in the CrossFit community, particularly in the wake of COVID-19. Bob, a key figure in organizing CrossFit events, shares his reflections on the lessons learned, improvements made, and the ongoing challenges in creating exceptional competitions. This episode is pow...

In Episode 86 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson are joined by Bruce Thomas, a seasoned CrossFit competitor and military veteran, for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation. Bruce shares his journey from military service to discovering purpose and transformation through CrossFit. This episode is powered by Thirdzy , your go-to for game-changing sleep recovery....

In Episode 85 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson cover a wide range of engaging topics. From their Thanksgiving plans and reflections on political engagement to the much-discussed Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight and frustrations with Netflix streaming, this episode has a little something for everyone. This episode is powered by  Thirdzy , your go-to for game-chan...

In Episode 84 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson sit down with Scott Bradley, a pastor, CrossFit athlete, and community leader with an inspiring story. Scott opens up about his journey from a challenging upbringing to discovering purpose through faith, family, and fitness. This powerful episode, sponsored by Thirdzy, explores the impact of CrossFit as a vehicle...

In Episode 83 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson dive into a mix of CrossFit topics, from recent audio struggles to the ongoing concerns of performance-enhancing drugs in the sport. They share personal stories from recent qualifiers, including Fittest of the Coast, analyzing key workouts and discussing how workout strategies can impact results. The conversation...

In Episode 82 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson are joined by CrossFit Games Masters athletes Jen Dieter and Mike Kern for a candid and critical discussion on the controversial issue of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in the Masters division of CrossFit. With recent revelations surrounding PED use among Masters athletes, this episode addresses the implicatio...

In Episode 81 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, hosts Rick and Jason sit down with Tom Rini, a seasoned expert in strength, conditioning, and fitness with over 20 years of experience. As the CEO & Co-Owner of Black Flag Athletics and a prominent figure in athlete development, Tom brings a wealth of knowledge to this enlightening discussion on fitness programming for both general fitness enthusiast...

Welcome to Episode 80 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, where hosts Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson unpack their recent experiences from the Masters Fitness Championship and explore the broader aspects of training, recovery, and nutrition that are critical to master athletes. This episode is powered by  Thirdzy , your go-to for game-changing sleep recovery. Imagine hitting your workouts harder and...

In a special Episode 79 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, hosts Rick and Jason come together for their first live podcast, broadcast directly from the bustling atmosphere of the Masters Fitness Championship in Ft Wayne. This episode marks a milestone for the duo as they share the same space, rather than connecting across states, bringing an exciting dynamic to their discussion. Join Rick and Jason...

Join us for Episode 78 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, featuring a special guest who has become a familiar voice to anyone in the CrossFit community—Sean Woodland, known affectionately as "the voice of CrossFit." In this insightful episode, Sean shares his extensive history with the sport, his perspectives on its current state, and his visions for CrossFit’s future. Sean kicks off the conversati...

Welcome back to Episode 77 of the Masters in Motion Podcast where hosts Jason and Rick dive deep into their post-Games training regimes and look ahead to a packed schedule of upcoming CrossFit competitions. This episode not only covers their personal training updates but also delves into recent developments and controversies within the CrossFit community, including statements from notable figures...