Episode 70 — Rick Choppa: A Lifelong Athlete Still Pushing the Limits
Rick Choppa, a 2024 Masters CrossFit Games athlete in the 65+ division, lifelong competitor, and standout Masters Track & Field Long Jumper, joins Warren for a wide‑ranging conversation about a lifetime spent chasing performance, passion, and purpose through sport.
Rick reflects on his early love of fitness, the discipline that carried him through decades of training, and the thrill he still finds in the Long Jump and Triple. He shares his experience competing at the 2024 Masters CrossFit Games, offering insight into what it takes to stay competitive at the highest level well into his sixties.
The conversation also dives into Rick’s perspective on TRT and the recent Senior Masters suspensions at the 2026 Games, exploring how the community is navigating fairness, longevity, and evolving standards. Fresh off his victory at the New England Masters Championship, Rick talks about what that win meant to him and looks ahead to his upcoming trip to Aruba, where he’ll represent the USA Functional Fitness Team.
A thoughtful, energetic, and honest discussion with an athlete who has spent a lifetime proving that age is only one part of the story.
