CrossFit veteran Patrick Vellner joins host Brandon Luckett for an unfiltered conversation about the evolution of the sport, the realities of competition, and finding balance between chasing athletic goals and building a meaningful life. From his early days as a competitive gymnast to standing among the sport’s elite, Vellner shares how resilience, delayed gratification, and community have shaped his career. He opens up about the mental and emotional toll of competition, the challenges of parenting while training at the highest level, and the importance of staying present with family. They dive into lessons learned through setbacks, the camaraderie that keeps athletes going, and how identity and purpose evolve beyond the competition floor.
