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Bolder Athlete Podcast

Bolder Athlete
Crossfit
Bolder Athlete
Crossfit Games
Legends Championship
Bolder
Keystone Cycle
Surge Cycle
Programming
Masters
MFC
Crossfit Open
Masters (crossfit Masters)
Strongman
Fittest Of the Coast
Masters Athletes
Bolder Athlete Podcast
Battery Work
Coast Guard
Carl Christensen
Shoulder Injury

Inspiring stories of strength, wisdom, resilience, and more, from within the masters community. bolderathlete.substack.com

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In this episode, Josh sits down with Dave Hippenstiel, one of the most decorated and respected Masters athletes in CrossFit history. At 70 years old, Dave is preparing for his 12th CrossFit Games appearance, carrying a résumé that includes three cons... more

In this episode, Josh sits down with 45-year-old CrossFit standout Andy Timm, fresh off his dominant win at the Del Mar Semifinal and officially heading to the CrossFit Games for the first time. Andy opens up about the long road that led him here — f... more

At 51 years old, Sarah Longshore Hayes is the definition of grit, leadership, and longevity in fitness. In this episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, Josh sits down with the owner of seven thriving gyms — Empire Fitness, CrossFit Madison, CrossFit E... more

In episode 43 of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, host Josh Boonstra and 6x Champ, Jason Grubb, pull back the curtain on Masters competition and the training engine behind Bolder Athlete. Together, they share a candid, detailed breakdown of their experien... more

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Recent Guests

Andy Timm
CrossFit athlete, former gymnast, Masters competitor
Bolder Athlete
Episode: Breaking Through. Headed to the Games after 15 years, with Andy Timm | #47
Sarah Hayes
Gym owner, CrossFit affiliate founder, Masters athlete
Empire Fitness / CrossFit Madison (Madison, AL)
Episode: Building an Empire - On Grit, Leadership, and Positivity - with Sarah Hayes | #44
Gina Grubb
Gina Grubb, photographer and mother, wife of Jason Grubb, involved with Bolder Athlete
Bolder Athlete (family business)
Episode: Behind the Scenes With Gina Grubb: Heart of the Grubb Family #45
Gina Cacciotti-Wellner
Master athlete; dental hygienist; NASM and CrossFit certifications
CrossFit Unrestrained; Kennewick, Washington
Episode: Raising, Coaching, Being - an Athlete - with Gina Cacchiotti‑Wellner | #42
Carl Christensen
Anesthesiologist, CrossFit athlete, and multi-talented creator
Independent; affiliated with Bolder Athlete Podcast
Episode: Anything but Ordinary with Carl Christenson | #41
Eric Moore
Former Coast Guard member, crossfit athlete, DECA Strong World Champion 2024
Coast Guard (retired), S3 CrossFit, DECA Strong competitor
Episode: Coast Guard to Competition - A Story of Discipline, Doubt, and Determination with Eric More | #40
Karen Rotondo
Known as Fit Grandma; Masters CrossFit athlete, nurse by profession
Fit Grandma / CrossFit community
Episode: Comfortable Being Uncomfortable with Karen Rotondo | #38
Kaleb Campbell
Athlete and personal trainer; father of a child with cerebral palsy
Self-employed (Bolder Athlete community participant)
Episode: Strength to Serve: Fitness, Fatherhood, and Finding Purpose with Kaleb Campbell | #37
Luke Schmitt
Master CrossFit athlete, husband, father, and longtime member of the Wolf Pack
Wolf Pack / CrossFit community
Episode: Bouncing Back - A story of resilience and determination with Luke Schmitt | 36

Hosts

Josh Boonstra
Host of the episode (interviewer); long-time host with multiple episode appearances.
Jason Grubb
Guest/co-host discussing training and competition; recurring host figure.
Adam Aldridge
Co-founder of Bolder Athlete; provides organizational and strategic insights.

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Growing Through Gratefulness, with Dana Bird. Bolder Athlete Podcast #22
Q: Let's go. Well, Dana, I want to start with just your background and like how you got into fitness.
Dana describes growing up as a competitive swimmer, later exploring CrossFit, and gradually finding her place in the masters community through programming and coaching, while balancing a demanding career in occupational therapy.
#21 - Paul Delanoy
Q: How has your training philosophy evolved since starting competitive CrossFit-style events?
He discusses transitioning from a focus on raw intensity to a more balanced approach that emphasizes consistency, injury management, and enjoying the process, aided by community and track-based programming.
Breaking Through. Headed to the Games after 15 years, with Andy Timm | #47
Q: What's your strategy for aiming for a podium at the Games?
Stay top five in most events, avoid being outside the top ten, and rely on a well-rounded skill set to compete across events with a larger field.
Breaking Through. Headed to the Games after 15 years, with Andy Timm | #47
Q: How did you approach nutrition and fueling for Legends in particular?
He describes prioritizing high carbs and protein before events, including breakfast choices and quick carb options like gummy bears, while experimenting with a nutritionist to optimize intake across a weekend.
Breaking Through. Headed to the Games after 15 years, with Andy Timm | #47
Q: What were some data points or considerations that led you to become a Bolder athlete?
He highlights the personal programming, the value of a personal touch, the ability to compare scores with a strong community, and the alignment with his goals and training needs.

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This show foregrounds Masters athletes who balance high-level training with family, work, and community. Across episodes, listeners hear candid stories of discipline, longevity, injury recovery, coaching, and leadership within the fitness world, often anchored by real-world training insights, competition prep, and personal resilience. The conversations frequently explore how to scale volume, manage recovery, and stay motivated over a long athletic arc, with recurring emphasis on community support, mentorship, and practical programming that prioritizes health and sustainable progress. Notable angles include transitioning between roles (athlete, coach, gym owner, and program developer), building and leading collaborative communities, and tran... more

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