John Price of Delaware County, Ohio, is a fifth-generation farmer who has spent decades competing in triathlons and cycling events.

Laurie Winkelman, dairy cow nutritionist, competed in over 40 marathons before discovering the world of fitness racing through her local CrossFit gym.

Ryan Goodman, known on social media as Beef Runner, works for Certified Angus Beef and finds time to tackle 100-mile ultramarathons on mountainous trails.

Don Schindler grew up on a beef and row-crop farm in Missouri, but fitness has always been a central part of his life. So he entered a bodybuilding contest.