Mother & Diablo member, Hannah Michaelsen, shares her story of raising a son with Autism and how CrossFit has helped her and her son, Spencer. She's also the director of a non-profit family resource center that provides emotional support and resources to families with children with disabilities.

This was one of our best. Brian Boucher owns MidState CrossFit in Merced. He's also a Paramedic and an inspiring leader in the CrossFit Affiliate Community. In this episode, we talk about "why gyms should affiliate with CrossFit" and our top 3 recommendations for members and affiliate owners for an awesome 2025.

Kim Hilen & Yvonne Howard, Masters of Meal Prep (and Fitness!) discuss their meal prep processes and strategies.

Dr. Tom McCoy, Director of the CrossFit Medical Society joins us to talk about the CrossFit Medical Society and Community Care - a new type of Healthcare Coverage for CrossFit Affiliates and soon all CrossFit participants!

We'll review the history of the National Pro Grid League, founded by Tony Budding, and the birth and growth of the very popular United GRIID League with Mather Wiswall.

Surita and her husband Peter have fostered and adopted two beautiful children - their daughter, age 3 and now, their son, age 1. The backstory for both foster & adoptions are wild - and beautiful. This one will have. you in tears. If you've thought about adoption or fostering, please listen. Surita and Peter are amazing people.

Christian Dean has been on her fitness & health journey for 10 years. She comes from a very obese family: her Grandmother passed away at 700+ pounds. Her Mom weighed over 500. Christian was over 300lbs at age 17. She's now 33, and has been CrossFitting for 1 year and has lost 40lbs since starting with Diablo.

Don Faul kicked off the Summit with an excellent presentation - a review of his trip to Washington and some insights in to new tools for affiliates and updates on training certifications. The affiliate panel & coaches panel were revealing. The meeting was a hit for everyone who attended.