Bombers CrossFit Crew Talk

What happens when a D2 athlete becomes a mom of two and realizes she can’t train like she used to?In this episode of Crew Talk, we talk about collegiate athletics, discovering CrossFit, motherhood, finding time to train, and the danger of comparing your current self to your past self.Your life changed. Your goals can change too.Bombers CrossFit — We Build Healthy Humans.

Can CrossFit change your life in just six months?This week on Crew Talk, we sit down with a Bombers CrossFit athlete whose fitness journey started with losing weight and becoming a long-distance runner before discovering a new challenge through CrossFit. Inspired by watching a friend’s incredible transformation, he took the leap and hasn’t looked back.We discuss consistency, patience, Olympic lifting, chasing bar muscle-ups, and why showing up day after day leads to incredible results.Subscribe for more stories from Bombers CrossFit: We Build Healthy Humans.

Three athletes. Four demanding events. One unforgettable championship.In this episode of Crew Talk, Coach Ryan sits down with Cassie Hill, Alison Kline, and Kayla Fisher, the BUFF 11 Scaled Division Champions, to relive their journey through the Bombers Ultimate Fitness Festival. They share how they built their team, overcame challenges, trusted one another, and earned the top spot on the podium.Whether you’re preparing for your first CrossFit competition or simply looking for motivation to tackle your next challenge, this episode is full of lessons about teamwork, resilience, and doing hard things together.#CrossFit #BombersCrossFit #CrewTalk #BUFF11 #CrossFitCompetition #Teamwork #FitnessMotivation

What happens when a lifelong athlete is forced to redefine fitness?In this episode of Crew Talk, we sit down with an Air Force member, former collegiate cross-country runner, and Bombers CrossFit athlete to discuss adapting to life with asthma, finding community through CrossFit, and learning that progress isn’t about keeping up with your past—it’s about improving from where you are today.Whether you’re overcoming setbacks, chasing fitness goals, or simply trying to stay healthy for your family, this conversation offers practical lessons on resilience, perspective, and long-term health.#CrewTalk #CrossFit #BombersCrossFit #HealthyHumans #FitnessJourney #AirForce #CrossFitCommunity #Resilience #AsthmaAthlete #FitnessMotivation

Three athletes. Four brutal events. One unexpected championship.Tim Allen, Abby Allen, and Jill Sarihan weren’t the favorites heading into BUFF 11, Bombers CrossFit’s Ultimate Fitness Festival. But through teamwork, trust, and consistent performances across every event, they became the champions.In this episode of Crew Talk, we break down the competition, the moments that mattered most, and the lessons every CrossFit athlete can learn about succeeding as a team.Topics include:BUFF 11 recapCrossFit team competition strategyTeamwork under pressureOvercoming expectationsBuilding healthy humans through competitionWhether you’ve competed for years or are thinking about your first event, this episode shows that championships are often won by the team that works together best—not necessarily the team with the biggest names.

What’s the difference between random workouts and intentional CrossFit programming? In this episode of Crew Talk, we explain how Bombers CrossFit plans an entire quarter of training, why running and skill work are essential, how recovery drives progress, and why scaling is the key to long-term success. If you’ve ever wondered why we program the way we do, this episode is for you.#CrossFit #CrossFitProgramming #CrewTalk #BombersCrossFit #FunctionalFitness #FitnessCoaching #Scaling #HealthyHumans

BUFF 11 is almost here! In this special Crew Talk episode, members of Bombers CrossFit share their team strategies, biggest strengths, hidden weaknesses, favorite movements, and predictions for this year’s in-house competition. From friendly trash talk to serious mindset advice, it’s a fun behind-the-scenes look at what makes BUFF 11 one of the best weekends of the year.

The Bombers Ultimate Fitness Festival returns for its 11th year. Coach Ryan and Coach Trent break down the philosophy behind four challenging events, the importance of team competition, and why stepping outside your comfort zone can change your fitness journey. Whether you’re competing RX, scaled, or simply cheering from the sidelines, this episode explores what makes the Festival one of Bombers CrossFit’s most meaningful traditions.

What keeps someone passionate about CrossFit for more than 15 years?In this episode of Crew Talk, we sit down with Coach Andy Kerschbaum, CrossFit Seminar Staff member, longtime coach and former college football player to discuss competition, motivation, coaching philosophy, and the power of positive self-talk. We explore why consistency beats perfection, how coaching has evolved over the years, and what it takes to inspire athletes for the long haul.#CrossFit #CrewTalk #BombersCrossFit #FitnessMindset #CrossFitCoach #HealthyHumans #Motivation #FitnessJourney

A former football and college tennis athlete thought he was still in decent shape—until a workout called Cindy proved otherwise. In this episode of Crew Talk, Coach Greg Kerschbaum discusses consistency versus perfection, lessons learned from coaching, and why the best athletes focus on fundamentals. Whether you’re new to fitness or years into your journey, this conversation offers practical advice for long-term success and continuous growth. #CrossFit #FitnessJourney #CrewTalk #BombersCrossFit #HealthyHumans

Kate never played sports, hid in the back of class, and started the year thinking ring muscle-ups were impossible. Five months later, she’s checking off skills most athletes only dream about.

What happens when someone who was never consistent with fitness finally finds something that sticks? In this episode of Crew Talk, we talk about how one coworker’s challenge led to a complete mindset shift around health, consistency, and making fitness a priority. We dive into scaling workouts, building confidence, and why CrossFit works for everyday people — not just athletes.

Every year people underestimate Murph because it’s “just running, pull-ups, push-ups, and squats”… until they hit round 7 and their body falls apart. Today we’re talking about one of the biggest traditions in CrossFit — Murph. It’s meaningful, it’s brutal, and every year people underestimate it. We’re breaking down why smarter pacing, scaling, and preparation actually show more maturity than blindly going RX. If you’re doing Murph this Memorial Day, this episode could save your workout… and your week after it.”

From hurdles and cross country to marathon training and Ironman goals, this episode explores how CrossFit helps build strength, endurance, and long-term consistency. A great conversation for anyone chasing big fitness goals without comparing themselves to everyone else.

From competitive cheerleading and dance to CrossFit, motherhood, and chasing an RX Murph, this episode of Crew Talk dives into staying consistent through every season of life. We talk fitness after sports, balancing health with family, and why sometimes a simple walk or workout can change everything.

What happens when an athlete who’s used to pushing hard is forced to slow down?In this episode of Crew Talk from Bombers CrossFit, Hannah Crawford shares her journey from growing up in team sports to finding CrossFit in college—and then navigating one of the toughest transitions of all: pregnancy and postpartum.We dive into the mental and physical challenges of coming back, the balance between giving yourself grace and still pushing to improve, and why showing up matters more than ever in life’s hardest seasons.If you’ve ever felt like you’re not where you used to be—or wondered if you’ll ever get back—this episode is for you.👉 The goal isn’t perfection. It’s showing up and trying.#CrossFit #PostpartumFitness #FitnessJourney #MomAthlete #CrewTalk #BombersCrossFit

RX isn’t about the weight—it’s about the workout. In this episode of Crew Talk, we break down RX Month and why training for stimulus might be the key to real progress.

Starting over in fitness isn’t easy—but staying stuck is harder. In this episode of Crew Talk, we share a real story of rebuilding strength, rediscovering confidence, and why just showing up again can change everything.

From thinking CrossFit was “crazy” to submitting an RX score in the Open, this is the story of what happens when you finally put yourself first. If you’ve ever doubted whether you can do hard things—this one’s for you.

Most people don’t fail in fitness because of lack of effort—they fail because they can’t stay consistent. In this Crew Talk episode, we break down the cycle of burnout, overtraining, and how finding the right community changes everything. 💥

Two athletes from very different backgrounds found a common passion through CrossFit. Like many of us, though, life got busy—and they drifted away from the habits that once made them feel their best.When they were finally ready to make a change, they knew exactly where to turn. What brought them back wasn’t just the workouts—it was the community, the accountability, and a commitment to the most important rule of all: trust the process.Hear how their journeys led them back to the gym and what they’ve learned along the way.

In this Crew Talk episode, members share their experiences from the CrossFit Open—PRs, challenges, mindset, and what it means to be part of a CrossFit community. Whether you’re new to CrossFit or a seasoned athlete, this episode highlights the power of the Open to build stronger, healthier humans.#CrossFitOpen #CrossFit #CrossFitCommunity #FitnessMotivation #CrewTalk #BombersCrossFit

You can sit back and let life play you, or you can take charge of your own destiny. Richard Hudgins chose the latter and he would tell you he is all the better for it.

Chris Martin’s amazing story shows fitness may not stop adversity from happening. But it will absolutely impact how fast and how well you come back from it.

Often when trying something new, your first impression can be misleading. But if you push past that initial discomfort, you just might find what you’ve been looking for all along.

This week we talk with the Open Team Captains to hear CrossFit origin stories and how they got involved with the Open.

This week, Coach Lillie gives us all the information about CrossFit Open 2026 at Bombers. Hear about the teams, throwdowns, charities and more.

Tim O’Donnell first came into Bombers during Bring a Friend Week and found a community of like-minded people that he had been searching for. While the workouts were hard in the beginning, he has found his fitness improved and things did get easier.

Tyron Gray tried CrossFit before a busy life took over. After several years of late night lifts in the basement, he came back to the world of varied programming and humbling warm-ups that he learned should not be optional.

There is a reason group fitness classes work and it isn’t just the workouts. Belonging to a community of people that support you, having coaches that can find your weak spots and help you correct them as well as push you to do the proper warm-up, stretching and maintenance your body needs are just some of the advantages CrossFit offers. These are some of the things Mark Obstalecki learned while making real gains in his fitness.

Sam Feno likes to say “bloom where you are planted.” In other words, you don’t need perfect conditions to make progress — consistency, mindset, and effort matter more than waiting for everything to be just right.

As Jess and Matt Handley explain while everyday can’t be a personal record, consistency does matter for your training. They talk about the journey from ringing the bell often to slower - but equally rewarding - progress.

Members of the Bomber’s Crew share their resolutions for 2026.

Coach Cassie discusses how she came to love Olympic lifting and how she wants to share that with the Crew through Barbell Club.

This week we’re diving into one of the hottest debates in functional fitness: CrossFit vs. HYROX. Are they the same? Are they competing? And which actually builds the better athlete?

After the initial rush of going RX and frequent PRs, Chris Brenner learned about the power of checking your ego and staying consistent for long-term health.

What if I told you that starting over is the secret to lifelong fitness? In her journey, Tiffany Rost found every new chapter (whether parenthood, injury, or life change) is a chance to rebuild stronger.

Niki Miller’s goal is to still do CrossFit into her 90’s. To achieve that, she had to learn that fitness isn’t about today’s leaderboard — it’s about moving well for decades.

While visiting Mobility Fit, Dan Zalewski was first exposed to CrossFit. He thought it looked fun and once he tried it, he determined it was fun.

Patrick Ray drove by the building for 8 years and then one day he found the courage to walk in the door. He found progress doesn’t come from being ready, it comes from being willing.

Mitchell Carr was caring for chronically sick people and worried he was looking at his future unless he took action. That was when he got a timely invitation from a friend and decided to give CrossFit a try.

Are CrossFit’s methods still the most effective way to build fitness — or is it time for evolution? Coach Greg Kerschbaum explains what CrossFit is to better understand its efficacy.

What if your gym stopped talking about PRs and instead asked: “Are we actually creating healthier humans for life?”

This week, we switch chairs as Andy talk with Daryl about his journey from Sickness to Wellness to Fitness.

Having been a gymnast from childhood and now coaching children, Terri Logan needed to spend some time with adults. Bombers gave her the chance to still enjoy fitness with people her own age.

When Traci Moorhead was forced to deal with a bad knee, she rose to the challenge. It certainly was not easy, but now she is seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

Jason and Reagan Wing share a love of CrossFit that keeps them active and just slightly competitive with each other. In the coming year, they hope to expand their participation in the family.

Grace Treanor is an accomplished diver, with records to prove it, but it wasn’t until Sophie Callahan brought her to Bring a Friend Week that she tried CrossFit. Now, from lifting heavy to gymnastics on the rig, they have found their niche.

Joanna Montanari made several trips to Wright-Patterson and even tried CrossFit elsewhere. But eventually she found her new home at Bombers with the 5a.m. Crew.

The Air Force may have lured Patrick Heelan to Ohio, but Bombers soon became his new home.