Chase Ingraham is one of the most recognizable voices in CrossFit. But before he was behind the mic, he was chasing something simpler: “muscles and a girlfriend.” What started as a shallow goal turned into a life-changing journey when Ingraham became a fierce competitor, a well-known commentator, opened his own affiliate in Dallas, Texas, and built a thriving community around the sport he loved.
Then, life shifted. When he stepped away from affiliate ownership, Ingraham lost more than a gym — he lost his support system. When he was sidelined by an old injury, his drive and sense of self began to suffer. Out of shape and out of sync, Ingraham had to face a hard truth: even the most disciplined athletes can lose their way.
His comeback to CrossFit wasn’t just physical. It was a return to purpose, vulnerability, and the community that gave him everything: fitness, connection, and a zest for life. Today, Chase doesn’t just talk about CrossFit, he embodies it.
In this two-part series, get inspired by Ingraham’s story of overcoming and finding his way in the CrossFit community.