CrossFit Grandview Podcast Ep. 176 — Dave Ulmer: 30 Years of Strength & Conditioning

This week, I decided to put Coach Dave Ulmer on the hot seat.Over the last few months, members keep asking me: “How does Dave do that?”Running speed + agility cones like a cat at 43 years old and 200+ lbs… pulling mid-500s on deadlift… moving like an athlete who never left their prime.So instead of guessing, we hit record.In this episode, we unpack Dave’s full journey:Growing up building a wide athletic base through football, basketball, and lacrosse 4 years of structured strength & conditioning in high school 4 years of D1A football at Bucknell University 5 years of competitive CrossFit in the Regionals era, battling alongside guys like Dan Bailey, Rich Froning, and Graham Holmberg Now? Dave blends all of that experience together—while still experimenting, learning, and evolving. You’ll hear him talk about:• What you see in class every day (and why)• How his artistic brain shapes our Power Hour programming• His approach to staying well-rounded, athletic, and strong into his 40s• And how decades of consistency quietly compound into elite fitnessIf you’ve ever wondered what’s behind Dave’s movement, strength, and coaching style—this one’s for you.🎧 Episode 176 is live now.Listen. Learn. Then come train.#CrossFitGrandview #CFGVPodcast #StrengthAndConditioning #CoachLife #PowerHour #LongevityFitness #TrainSmart