<![CDATA[Grit & Grind Episode 1]]>Welcome to Episode #1 of the Grit & Grind Show.

In this first episode, we’re introducing who we are, where we came from, and why we decided to start this podcast. We talk about our backgrounds, some of the struggles and challenges that shaped us, and the experiences that pushed us to make changes in our lives.

We also break down what Grit & Grind really means to us—discipline, accountability, personal growth, fitness, leadership, and continuing to show up even when life gets tough.

You’ll hear about our goals for the podcast, what we hope to accomplish, and the kinds of real conversations you can expect in future episodes.

This isn’t about having everything figured out. It’s about becoming better, getting stronger, learning from the hard times, and putting in the work.

This is where the Grit & Grind journey begins.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Tue, 10 Nov 2026 09:28:47 GMTWed, 26 Aug 2026 02:54:37 GMT60Eric White<p>Welcome to Episode #1 of the Grit &amp; Grind Show.</p><p>In this first episode, we’re introducing who we are, where we came from, and why we decided to start this podcast. We talk about our backgrounds, some of the struggles and challenges that shaped us, and the experiences that pushed us to make changes in our lives.</p><p>We also break down what Grit &amp; Grind really means to us—discipline, accountability, personal growth, fitness, leadership, and continuing to show up even when life gets tough.</p><p>You’ll hear about our goals for the podcast, what we hope to accomplish, and the kinds of real conversations you can expect in future episodes.</p><p>This isn’t about having everything figured out. It’s about becoming better, getting stronger, learning from the hard times, and putting in the work.</p><p>This is where the Grit &amp; Grind journey begins.</p>episodicEric Whiteewhite@npki.comno<![CDATA[The Doctors Warring: You're Going to Die!!]]>Shane (@shodifit) recalls the doctor’s blunt warning that pushed him to rethink his health. Sitting in the ICU, he says something finally clicked—and it became the turning point in his journey.Share your story with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.


]]>64ab34da-d9a2-4c6f-866f-3b1acf8118bbMon, 09 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT<p>Shane (@shodifit) recalls the doctor’s blunt warning that pushed him to rethink his health. Sitting in the ICU, he says something finally clicked—and it became the turning point in his journey.Share your story with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p><p><br /></p>no00:00:52The Doctors Warring: You're Going to Die!!full<![CDATA[Yes, You Can: Join Our Team]]>“Yes, you can.” Sarah shares an encouraging reminder that you don’t have to be a Spartan or complete a 75-day challenge to have a story worth sharing. Grit and Grind wants to hear from real people and welcomes you to reach out or come on the show.Instagram: @gritngrindteam · TikTok: @the.gritgrind.sh

]]>26e3cfd1-89e3-42a7-bdfa-8fcaec0912d4Mon, 09 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>“Yes, you can.” Sarah shares an encouraging reminder that you don’t have to be a Spartan or complete a 75-day challenge to have a story worth sharing. Grit and Grind wants to hear from real people and welcomes you to reach out or come on the show.Instagram: @gritngrindteam · TikTok: @the.gritgrind.sh</p>no00:00:46Yes, You Can: Join Our Teamfull<![CDATA[Start Now, Not Tomorrow ]]>Don’t wait for tomorrow to get started. Shane (@shodifit) shares how small wins can build motivation and consistency, while Sarah looks ahead to training for another Spartan race.Share your story with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.

]]>433c87a6-09c9-4fd0-b129-fde7cbb01005Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Don’t wait for tomorrow to get started. Shane (@shodifit) shares how small wins can build motivation and consistency, while Sarah looks ahead to training for another Spartan race.Share your story with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p>no00:01:07Start Now, Not Tomorrow full<![CDATA[Overcoming Obstacles]]>Jamie shares how she faced the barbed-wire crawl during a race despite worrying about getting cut because of her clotting disorder. With Sarah and other racers cheering her on, she kept her eyes on the finish and pushed through.Share your story with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.


]]>ca114452-0fd1-4989-883e-770b56c6a974Sun, 08 Nov 2026 03:00:00 GMT<p>Jamie shares how she faced the barbed-wire crawl during a race despite worrying about getting cut because of her clotting disorder. With Sarah and other racers cheering her on, she kept her eyes on the finish and pushed through.Share your story with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p><p><br /></p>no00:01:10Overcoming Obstaclesfull<![CDATA[The Struggle and Rewards of Fitness]]>Some days, getting started is the hardest part. Eric and Shane (@shodifit) talk about how changing into your workout clothes can help you get moving—and how good it feels to finish a workout you almost skipped. Share your fitness story with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.


]]>cd2c9f11-5034-4754-b506-b2ab98b7b44aSat, 07 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT<p>Some days, getting started is the hardest part. Eric and Shane (@shodifit) talk about how changing into your workout clothes can help you get moving—and how good it feels to finish a workout you almost skipped. Share your fitness story with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p><p><br /></p>no00:00:49The Struggle and Rewards of Fitnessfull<![CDATA[Sarah's Spartan Race Journey]]>Sarah Cripps shares why this challenge is personal: she wants to see the person she’s become over the past seven months—the one who refuses to give up just because it’s hard. For her, the biggest reward will be being able to say, “I did it.”Have a story about pushing through a challenge? Share it with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.


]]>c4936147-d885-4601-b555-e0331484c503Sat, 07 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT<p>Sarah Cripps shares why this challenge is personal: she wants to see the person she’s become over the past seven months—the one who refuses to give up just because it’s hard. For her, the biggest reward will be being able to say, “I did it.”Have a story about pushing through a challenge? Share it with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p><p><br /></p>no00:00:44Sarah's Spartan Race Journeyfull<![CDATA[From 400 Pounds to Executive Presentations]]>hane (@shodifit) reflects on being 389 pounds and struggling with anxiety before work presentations. After changing his health and fitness, he says he now walks into those rooms feeling confident—and the difference is night and day.Have a story you’d like to share on the Grit and Grind show? Reach out on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.


]]>41236b2c-962f-4ebe-a0cd-a42bdf47b3e0Sat, 07 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT<p>hane (@shodifit) reflects on being 389 pounds and struggling with anxiety before work presentations. After changing his health and fitness, he says he now walks into those rooms feeling confident—and the difference is night and day.Have a story you’d like to share on the Grit and Grind show? Reach out on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p><p><br /></p>no00:00:47From 400 Pounds to Executive Presentationsfull<![CDATA[Finding the Right Fitness Trainer]]>What should you look for in a trainer? Jessie (@jessielee.27) says to find someone who listens to your goals, understands what you need and is a good fit for your personality. A coach’s personal results don’t automatically mean they can coach you well.


]]>80358e14-7755-4c33-b757-3eed3f10f3a5Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>What should you look for in a trainer? Jessie (@jessielee.27) says to find someone who listens to your goals, understands what you need and is a good fit for your personality. A coach’s personal results don’t automatically mean they can coach you well.</p><p><br /></p>no00:00:53Finding the Right Fitness Trainerfull<![CDATA[Overcoming Mental Barriers- Spartan Mindset]]>Sarah Cripps shares an encouraging reminder: it’s not too late to make a positive change. She says people of all ages and abilities can get started—and that finding something positive to look forward to can help you take the first step.Have a story about making a change in your life? Share it with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.

]]>c394a8e9-584d-4cda-a15b-64f95890db41Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT<p>Sarah Cripps shares an encouraging reminder: it’s not too late to make a positive change. She says people of all ages and abilities can get started—and that finding something positive to look forward to can help you take the first step.Have a story about making a change in your life? Share it with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p>no00:01:02Overcoming Mental Barriers- Spartan Mindsetfull<![CDATA[Overcoming Anxiety Through Fitness ]]>Shane (@shodifit) reflects on how his health and fitness journey changed his experience of anxiety. He shares that he used to worry for days before work presentations, but now feels more confident and ready to take on challenges. This is Shane's personal experience, not a promise that fitness will eliminate anxiety for everyone.This is a draft only. Nothing has been published or exported.

]]>7977d0da-d836-4f63-a53e-c432b0749b6fThu, 05 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Shane (@shodifit) reflects on how his health and fitness journey changed his experience of anxiety. He shares that he used to worry for days before work presentations, but now feels more confident and ready to take on challenges. This is Shane's personal experience, not a promise that fitness will eliminate anxiety for everyone.This is a draft only. Nothing has been published or exported.</p>no00:00:56Overcoming Anxiety Through Fitness full<![CDATA[Don't Waste Time- Start Now ]]>Life will always give you a reason to put things off—but tomorrow can turn into the next day, and the next. Jamie, Sarah and Eric talk about choosing to start now and making your body and mind a priority. Their reminder: say yes to the change you want to make, and take the first step.Have a story about starting your own wellness journey? Share it with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.

]]>b752f1b7-723b-4056-9989-b829916fb868Thu, 05 Nov 2026 03:15:00 GMT<p>Life will always give you a reason to put things off—but tomorrow can turn into the next day, and the next. Jamie, Sarah and Eric talk about choosing to start now and making your body and mind a priority. Their reminder: say yes to the change you want to make, and take the first step.Have a story about starting your own wellness journey? Share it with Grit and Grind on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p>no00:00:54Don't Waste Time- Start Now full<![CDATA[Trauma to Transformation - Jessie's Body Building journey ]]>We're all writing our own book, and we don't always get to pick the chapters. In episode four of the Grit and Grind Show, Eric White and Sarah Cripps sit down with Jessie, a Las Vegas-area gym general manager, trainer and bodybuilding competitor. She walks us through her journey from a childhood marked by abuse, through years of struggling with her weight and eating disorders. She talks about how she found her footing in the gym.In this episode:

  • Jessie's story, from age 13 to finding her turning point in her late 30s
  • Her advice to women who have experienced trauma: it's not your fault, tell your story to someone you trust, and you can be happy after trauma
  • Why walking into the gym is one of the hardest parts, and how she makes her gym welcoming
  • How to choose a trainer: someone who listens, personalizes your plan and has real experience
  • Starting small with food, and why falling down isn't failing as long as you get back up
  • What contest prep involves, and her upcoming Masters USA competition on November 20, where she's going for her pro card
  • Why she believes everyone should try kickboxing at least once

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a trusted person or a local support service.

Follow along
  • Show Instagram: @gritngrindteam
  • Show TikTok: @the.gritgrind.sh
  • Jessie: @jessielee.27
  • Jessie's gym: @fitclublv
Share your story

Has fitness, healing or a big life change shaped your story? Reach out to us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh. We'd love to hear it.

]]>a3287bca-b70c-4865-b203-33ca4c9374acWed, 04 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>We're all writing our own book, and we don't always get to pick the chapters. In episode four of the Grit and Grind Show, Eric White and Sarah Cripps sit down with Jessie, a Las Vegas-area gym general manager, trainer and bodybuilding competitor. She walks us through her journey from a childhood marked by abuse, through years of struggling with her weight and eating disorders. She talks about how she found her footing in the gym.In this episode:</p><ul><li>Jessie's story, from age 13 to finding her turning point in her late 30s</li><li>Her advice to women who have experienced trauma: it's not your fault, tell your story to someone you trust, and you can be happy after trauma</li><li>Why walking into the gym is one of the hardest parts, and how she makes her gym welcoming</li><li>How to choose a trainer: someone who listens, personalizes your plan and has real experience</li><li>Starting small with food, and why falling down isn't failing as long as you get back up</li><li>What contest prep involves, and her upcoming Masters USA competition on November 20, where she's going for her pro card</li><li>Why she believes everyone should try kickboxing at least once</li></ul><p>If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a trusted person or a local support service.</p>Follow along<ul><li>Show Instagram: @gritngrindteam</li><li>Show TikTok: @the.gritgrind.sh</li><li>Jessie: @jessielee.27</li><li>Jessie's gym: @fitclublv</li></ul>Share your story<p>Has fitness, healing or a big life change shaped your story? Reach out to us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh. We'd love to hear it.<br /></p>no01:05:04Trauma to Transformation - Jessie's Body Building journey full<![CDATA[The Power of Self-Compassion ]]>Don't try to be perfect right away. In this clip from the Grit and Grind show, Jessie (@jessielee.27) says you're going to fall, and the biggest setbacks come when you beat yourself up and stop believing in yourself. She points out that we'd cheer on a child, a best friend or a little sister with "you've got this, let's go again," but we give ourselves no grace. Her message is to fall, get back up and start again.Have a story about bouncing back? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh

]]>bf3dab79-c954-4ea7-b516-9e19ec4eef7aWed, 04 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT<p>Don't try to be perfect right away. In this clip from the Grit and Grind show, Jessie (@jessielee.27) says you're going to fall, and the biggest setbacks come when you beat yourself up and stop believing in yourself. She points out that we'd cheer on a child, a best friend or a little sister with "you've got this, let's go again," but we give ourselves no grace. Her message is to fall, get back up and start again.Have a story about bouncing back? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh</p>no00:00:54The Power of Self-Compassion full<![CDATA[Overcoming Gym Intimidation ]]>Walking into the gym can be the hardest part, especially if you're overweight. In this clip from the Grit and Grind show, Jessie (@jessielee.27) remembers times she walked in, felt people looking at her and turned around and went home. Now that she runs her own location, she watches for anyone who looks lost or confused and walks over to help. Her gym welcomes women in their 60s and 80s, teenagers, bodybuilders and everyone in between, and she loves it.Have a story about your first day at the gym, or about getting started? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.

]]>9fddc83d-c78e-4e61-8e6e-ea334502c983Tue, 03 Nov 2026 20:30:00 GMT<p>Walking into the gym can be the hardest part, especially if you're overweight. In this clip from the Grit and Grind show, Jessie (@jessielee.27) remembers times she walked in, felt people looking at her and turned around and went home. Now that she runs her own location, she watches for anyone who looks lost or confused and walks over to help. Her gym welcomes women in their 60s and 80s, teenagers, bodybuilders and everyone in between, and she loves it.Have a story about your first day at the gym, or about getting started? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.<br /></p>no00:00:48Overcoming Gym Intimidation full<![CDATA[Overcoming Trauma: It's Not Your Fault]]>Jessie (@jessielee.27) has a message for women and young girls who have been through abuse or trauma. On the Grit and Grind show, Sarah Cripps asks what advice she would give. Jessie's answer: it's not your fault, no matter what anyone said to you. If you put your foot forward and throw yourself into something, you can feel better, be happy and find your worth.If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a trusted person or a local support service.Have a story of your own? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.

]]>4a04b529-4047-4bde-877b-07145aa8f8c6Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Jessie (@jessielee.27) has a message for women and young girls who have been through abuse or trauma. On the Grit and Grind show, Sarah Cripps asks what advice she would give. Jessie's answer: it's not your fault, no matter what anyone said to you. If you put your foot forward and throw yourself into something, you can feel better, be happy and find your worth.If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a trusted person or a local support service.Have a story of your own? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p>no00:00:41Overcoming Trauma: It's Not Your Faultfull<![CDATA[Testosterone Supplementation's]]>Jody shares her experience with supplements and hormone support on the Grit and Grind show. She says she noticed changes in her physique after starting testosterone supplements in January, without changing her gym routine or diet. She also describes the peptide stack she's running and says she gained about four percent muscle in four weeks. She plans to ride it out through the end of October and then cycle off. These are personal experiences, not medical advice, so talk to your doctor before trying anything.Have a story about your own fitness journey? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.

]]>6407487a-61c5-42e8-9bf7-a7059873ed2fSat, 31 Oct 2026 14:32:12 GMT<p>Jody shares her experience with supplements and hormone support on the Grit and Grind show. She says she noticed changes in her physique after starting testosterone supplements in January, without changing her gym routine or diet. She also describes the peptide stack she's running and says she gained about four percent muscle in four weeks. She plans to ride it out through the end of October and then cycle off. These are personal experiences, not medical advice, so talk to your doctor before trying anything.Have a story about your own fitness journey? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p>no00:00:54Testosterone Supplementation'sfull<![CDATA[Peptides: Consistency is the Key]]>Shane on the Grit and Grind show: peptides work like diet and nutrition, so consistency is everything. Skip a week here and there and you're basically starting over. He shares how he approaches a cycle (weekdays on, weekends off) and why he hopes these options become more accessible and affordable. This is one person's experience, so talk to your doctor before starting anything.Have a story about building a habit that stuck? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.

]]>16329886-ed76-4d9a-9378-ec4ab8cc4edbThu, 29 Oct 2026 23:51:14 GMT<p>Shane on the Grit and Grind show: peptides work like diet and nutrition, so consistency is everything. Skip a week here and there and you're basically starting over. He shares how he approaches a cycle (weekdays on, weekends off) and why he hopes these options become more accessible and affordable. This is one person's experience, so talk to your doctor before starting anything.Have a story about building a habit that stuck? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.</p>no00:00:45Peptides: Consistency is the Keyfull<![CDATA[The Struggle and Reward of Fitness]]>Fitness isn't all rainbows and butterflies. Some days you just don't feel like starting. In this clip from the Grit and Grind show, Eric White, Shane and Sarah Cripps get real about the struggle of showing up. They also talk about the reward that follows: nobody finishes a workout wishing they hadn't done it.They share small tricks that help, like putting on your workout clothes to get going and leaning on a favorite pre-workout.Do you have a story about getting started when you didn't feel like it? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.

]]>f431edfc-2839-4c38-93a0-c5616564a17fThu, 29 Oct 2026 12:14:42 GMT<p>Fitness isn't all rainbows and butterflies. Some days you just don't feel like starting. In this clip from the Grit and Grind show, Eric White, Shane and Sarah Cripps get real about the struggle of showing up. They also talk about the reward that follows: nobody finishes a workout wishing they hadn't done it.They share small tricks that help, like putting on your workout clothes to get going and leaning on a favorite pre-workout.Do you have a story about getting started when you didn't feel like it? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.<br /></p>no00:00:49The Struggle and Reward of Fitnessfull<![CDATA[Alcohol- Everyone Else Making a Big Deal Of It.]]>Going out without alcohol isn't the hard part. Everyone else making a big deal of it is. 😅Shane and Jody still go out, still hang out with friends and still have a great time. They just do it with Diet Cokes and coffee. After a few years sober, it's simply normal life for them.Has your lifestyle changed in a way people around you didn't expect? Share your story with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.#GritAndGrind #SoberLife #AlcoholFree #SoberCurious #HealthyLifestyle #FitnessJourney #Podcast

]]>3befd85c-3233-4785-a3d7-2914480a982dWed, 28 Oct 2026 10:29:55 GMT<p>Going out without alcohol isn't the hard part. Everyone else making a big deal of it is. 😅Shane and Jody still go out, still hang out with friends and still have a great time. They just do it with Diet Cokes and coffee. After a few years sober, it's simply normal life for them.Has your lifestyle changed in a way people around you didn't expect? Share your story with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.#GritAndGrind #SoberLife #AlcoholFree #SoberCurious #HealthyLifestyle #FitnessJourney #Podcast</p>no00:00:54Alcohol- Everyone Else Making a Big Deal Of It.full<![CDATA[From 400 Pounds to Executives Presentations ]]>389 pounds, hung over, anxious and getting zero respect in the conference room. Three and a half years later, Shane walks into the same kind of room fit, lean and confident, and the respect from coworkers is night and day. 💪Your life can change faster than you think. Start today.Got a story of your own? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.#GritAndGrind #Transformation #FitnessJourney #Sobriety #HealthyLifestyle

]]>f3ec348b-49e4-4ae3-a4ff-936f0f0dee64Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:15:01 GMT<p>389 pounds, hung over, anxious and getting zero respect in the conference room. Three and a half years later, Shane walks into the same kind of room fit, lean and confident, and the respect from coworkers is night and day. 💪Your life can change faster than you think. Start today.Got a story of your own? Share it with us on Instagram @gritngrindteam or TikTok @the.gritgrind.sh.#GritAndGrind #Transformation #FitnessJourney #Sobriety #HealthyLifestyle</p>no00:00:47From 400 Pounds to Executives Presentations full<![CDATA[Episode 3- One Couple, Two Transformations, A whole New Life]]>In episode three of the Grit and Grind show, hosts Eric White and Sarah Cripps sit down with Shane and Jody Reisner. They're a Northeast Iowa couple who have been together nearly 30 years and recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. Together they've lost almost 210 pounds and rebuilt their health, their marriage and their confidence.Shane shares the turning point: a week in intensive care and a doctor's blunt warning. He explains how he put an addictive personality to work on fitness. The couple talks openly about going sober, what it's like to say no to drinks in a Midwest social scene, and which friendships changed.In this episode:

  • How they stay disciplined and motivate each other on low-energy days
  • Why meal prep and nutrition matter most, plus "restricted cardio" and high-rep training for staying lean
  • The mental side of fitness: less anxiety, more confidence and more respect at work
  • Training for goals like Hyrox, Spartan races and the Manitou Incline
  • Supplements and hormone support, with a reminder to work with your doctor and get regular lab work
  • Their advice if you think it's too late to start: don't wait for tomorrow, begin today and let small wins add up

Follow our guests, Shane and Jody Reisner, on Instagram: @shodifit

Share your story

Has fitness, sobriety or a big life change shaped your story? We'd love to hear it. Reach out and you might be featured on a future episode.

  • Instagram: @gritngrindteam
  • TikTok: @the.gritgrind.sh
]]>fdef825d-0ed3-4135-a37e-0c641c45a19fTue, 27 Oct 2026 22:52:44 GMT<p>In episode three of the Grit and Grind show, hosts Eric White and Sarah Cripps sit down with Shane and Jody Reisner. They're a Northeast Iowa couple who have been together nearly 30 years and recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. Together they've lost almost 210 pounds and rebuilt their health, their marriage and their confidence.Shane shares the turning point: a week in intensive care and a doctor's blunt warning. He explains how he put an addictive personality to work on fitness. The couple talks openly about going sober, what it's like to say no to drinks in a Midwest social scene, and which friendships changed.In this episode:</p><ul><li>How they stay disciplined and motivate each other on low-energy days</li><li>Why meal prep and nutrition matter most, plus "restricted cardio" and high-rep training for staying lean</li><li>The mental side of fitness: less anxiety, more confidence and more respect at work</li><li>Training for goals like Hyrox, Spartan races and the Manitou Incline</li><li>Supplements and hormone support, with a reminder to work with your doctor and get regular lab work</li><li>Their advice if you think it's too late to start: don't wait for tomorrow, begin today and let small wins add up</li></ul><p>Follow our guests, Shane and Jody Reisner, on Instagram: @shodifit</p>Share your story<p>Has fitness, sobriety or a big life change shaped your story? We'd love to hear it. Reach out and you might be featured on a future episode.</p><ul><li>Instagram: @gritngrindteam</li><li>TikTok: @the.gritgrind.sh</li></ul>no01:00:49Episode 3- One Couple, Two Transformations, A whole New Lifefull<![CDATA[Episode 2 Part 1- The Spartan Rookies ]]>Two people. One Spartan race. A whole mindset shift.

What if the biggest obstacle on race day was not the wall, the mud, or the rope—but the voice in your own head? Sarah Cripps, Eric White, and guest Jamie Jarmon break down how a brutal Spartan race became more than a workout—it became proof that “yes, you can” is a decision, not a feeling.Jamie shares the emotional reason she said yes to the race, how a scary health setback nearly pulled her out of training, and the exact moment she stopped doubting herself on the slip wall. Sarah and Eric add their own transformation stories, from once thinking Spartan was impossible to realizing that the course, the community, and the camaraderie changed everything.You’ll hear about:

  • Why discipline beats motivation when life gets busy
  • How the Spartan community lifts up complete strangers
  • What it feels like to face the “head trash” that tries to talk you out of showing up
  • How setbacks like injuries, stress, and self-doubt can become training fuel
  • Why getting stronger physically can change how you lead at work and show up at home

Sarah explains how a year of growth, including 75 Hard, changed her confidence from the inside out. Eric opens up about the obstacles that haunted him from a previous race and the satisfaction of finally beating them this time. Jamie brings the energy, honesty, and practical encouragement that make this episode feel like a pep talk, a challenge, and a celebration all at once.If you’ve been telling yourself you’re not ready, not fit enough, or not the type of person who does hard things, this episode is your sign. It’s for anyone who needs a push, a tribe, or just a reminder that progress starts the moment you stop waiting.

Speaker coverage

Grit & Grind Show- IG- @gritngrindteam, TikTok- @the.grit.grind.sh

Sarah Cripps- IG casccripps20, TikTok -cripps32

— co-host of Grit and Grind, shares her transformation through 75 Hard, her personal growth, and what the Spartan race taught her about confidence and leadership.

Eric White- TikTok @.erarnednotgiven4. IG outdoor.adventure00

— co-host of Grit and Grind, brings the perspective of a repeat Spartan racer and talks about the mindset shift, training, and teamwork behind the experience.

Jamie Jarmon- TikTok- jraej3

— guest and Sarah’s best friend, shares her inspiring Spartan journey, a major health setback, and the breakthrough moment that made her feel unstoppable.

]]>f68083f8-7861-4a13-b591-6bae211835ccFri, 18 Sep 2026 04:45:56 GMT<h6><b>Two people. One Spartan race. A whole mindset shift.</b></h6><p>What if the biggest obstacle on race day was not the wall, the mud, or the rope—but the voice in your own head? Sarah Cripps, Eric White, and guest Jamie Jarmon break down how a brutal Spartan race became more than a workout—it became proof that “yes, you can” is a decision, not a feeling.Jamie shares the emotional reason she said yes to the race, how a scary health setback nearly pulled her out of training, and the exact moment she stopped doubting herself on the slip wall. Sarah and Eric add their own transformation stories, from once thinking Spartan was impossible to realizing that the course, the community, and the camaraderie changed <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://everything.You" target="_blank">everything.You</a>’ll hear about:</p><ul><li>Why discipline beats motivation when life gets busy</li><li>How the Spartan community lifts up complete strangers</li><li>What it feels like to face the “head trash” that tries to talk you out of showing up</li><li>How setbacks like injuries, stress, and self-doubt can become training fuel</li><li>Why getting stronger physically can change how you lead at work and show up at home</li></ul><p>Sarah explains how a year of growth, including 75 Hard, changed her confidence from the inside out. Eric opens up about the obstacles that haunted him from a previous race and the satisfaction of finally beating them this time. Jamie brings the energy, honesty, and practical encouragement that make this episode feel like a pep talk, a challenge, and a celebration all at once.If you’ve been telling yourself you’re not ready, not fit enough, or not the type of person who does hard things, this episode is your sign. It’s for anyone who needs a push, a tribe, or just a reminder that progress starts the moment you stop waiting.</p><h6><b>Speaker coverage</b></h6><p>Grit &amp; Grind Show- IG- @gritngrindteam, TikTok- @the.grit.grind.sh</p><h6><b>Sarah Cripps- IG casccripps20, TikTok -cripps32</b></h6><p>— co-host of <i>Grit and Grind</i>, shares her transformation through 75 Hard, her personal growth, and what the Spartan race taught her about confidence and leadership.</p><ul><li></li></ul><h6><b>Eric White- TikTok @.erarnednotgiven4. IG outdoor.adventure00</b></h6><p>— co-host of <i>Grit and Grind</i>, brings the perspective of a repeat Spartan racer and talks about the mindset shift, training, and teamwork behind the experience.</p><ul><li></li></ul><h6><b>Jamie Jarmon- TikTok- jraej3</b></h6><p>— guest and Sarah’s best friend, shares her inspiring Spartan journey, a major health setback, and the breakthrough moment that made her feel unstoppable.</p>no00:46:2822Episode 2 Part 1- The Spartan Rookies full<![CDATA[Grit & Grind Show, How it All Started]]>
Episode 1 — How It All Started

Two people. Seven months. One decision that changed everything. Sarah Cripps and Eric White open the first episode of Grit and Grind with the real story behind their transformation—and why this show is for anyone who feels stuck, intimidated, or ready to reset. Sarah shares how hardship shaped her early life, from losing her family home in a fire to earning basketball and softball scholarships, building a career, raising four kids, and finally realizing her health had been pushed to the bottom of the list. Eric opens up about growing up in West Virginia, following his father into hard labor, reaching more than 300 pounds, and coming face to face with the cost of putting everyone else first. Together, they break down the mindset shift that started everything. You’ll hear why they refuse to treat this like a temporary diet, how 75 Hard gave them structure and accountability, and why support from family, spouses, and friends made the difference when the process got uncomfortable. Sarah also shares what it felt like to walk back into the gym after more than a decade away, while Eric explains why so many people wait until they’ve missed too much before making a change.You’ll discover:

  • Why discipline matters more than motivation
  • What delayed gratification looks like in real life
  • How to keep going when the scale or mirror seems to show no progress
  • Why “I’m too out of shape” is usually just fear talking
  • How a strong support system can pull you through the hardest days
  • Why the Grit and Grind community exists to help real people tell the truth about their struggles

This episode is also a preview of what’s ahead—Spartan Race preparation, listener stories, guest conversations, charity projects, and a podcast built around honesty instead of perfection. If you’ve ever needed proof that change is possible, or you want the push to start before you feel ready, this is the episode to play first.If you need support with your fitness or personal-growth journey, or if you would like to share your own story, reach out to us through our social media links. If you would like to be a guest on the show, contact us through Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube. We would love to hear your story and help build a positive, supportive community.

Follow Grit and Grind

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@gritngrindteam

TikTok:

@earnednotgiven4 and @cripps32

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@EricWhite-e7vSarah Cripps and Eric White are the voices behind Grit and Grind, bringing lived experience, hard-earned perspective, and a mission to build a community where people can talk openly about fitness, confidence, and the everyday battles that shape who we become.

]]>0dc8722a-5287-4f9e-ba3b-b1946a1baf0cTue, 08 Sep 2026 01:01:36 GMT<h5></h5><h6><b>Episode 1 — How It All Started </b></h6><p>Two people. Seven months. One decision that changed everything. Sarah Cripps and Eric White open the first episode of <i>Grit and Grind</i> with the real story behind their transformation—and why this show is for anyone who feels stuck, intimidated, or ready to reset. Sarah shares how hardship shaped her early life, from losing her family home in a fire to earning basketball and softball scholarships, building a career, raising four kids, and finally realizing her health had been pushed to the bottom of the list. Eric opens up about growing up in West Virginia, following his father into hard labor, reaching more than 300 pounds, and coming face to face with the cost of putting everyone else first. Together, they break down the mindset shift that started everything. You’ll hear why they refuse to treat this like a temporary diet, how 75 Hard gave them structure and accountability, and why support from family, spouses, and friends made the difference when the process got uncomfortable. Sarah also shares what it felt like to walk back into the gym after more than a decade away, while Eric explains why so many people wait until they’ve missed too much before making a <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://change.You" target="_blank">change.You</a>’ll discover:</p><ul><li>Why discipline matters more than motivation</li><li>What delayed gratification looks like in real life</li><li>How to keep going when the scale or mirror seems to show no progress</li><li>Why “I’m too out of shape” is usually just fear talking</li><li>How a strong support system can pull you through the hardest days</li><li>Why the Grit and Grind community exists to help real people tell the truth about their struggles</li></ul><p>This episode is also a preview of what’s ahead—Spartan Race preparation, listener stories, guest conversations, charity projects, and a podcast built around honesty instead of perfection. If you’ve ever needed proof that change is possible, or you want the push to start before you feel ready, this is the episode to play first.If you need support with your fitness or personal-growth journey, or if you would like to share your own story, reach out to us through our social media links. If you would like to be a guest on the show, contact us through Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube. We would love to hear your story and help build a positive, supportive community.</p><p></p><p><b>Follow Grit and Grind</b></p><h6><b>Instagram:</b></h6><p> @gritngrindteam<br /></p><h6><b>TikTok:</b></h6><p> @earnednotgiven4 and @cripps32<br /></p><h6><b>YouTube:</b></h6><p> @EricWhite-e7vSarah Cripps and Eric White are the voices behind <i>Grit and Grind</i>, bringing lived experience, hard-earned perspective, and a mission to build a community where people can talk openly about fitness, confidence, and the everyday battles that shape who we become.</p>no00:46:2211Grit & Grind Show, How it All Startedfull