Ron Ortiz in Hot Pursuit of a Third Games Win

Eight-time Games athlete Ron Ortiz catches up with Tommy Marquez on competing as a masters athlete and how training CrossFit benefits him as a firefighter.

Ortiz has aged up into the Men’s 55-59 division this year and says one of the biggest challenges he faces through the years is staying healthy. A firefighter of over 20 years, Ortiz says CrossFit has helped him stay strong and able to move his body in a functional way to help the community.

Ortiz says competitive masters athletes share an appreciation for each other and the sacrifices they make to be able to compete at a high level.

“A lot of us have jobs… we have kids, we have families, we have responsibilities we take care of…,” Ortiz says. “We’re actually putting forth a lot of effort and time and taking time away from things that are really important...”

Ortiz has two Games wins under his belt – one for each masters division he’s competed in previously – and is going for a third at his ninth Games appearance this year.

00:00 - 0:37 -Tease + Intro
0:37 - 1:15 - "How is the training and how are things progressing since taking a season off?"
1:15 - 1:57 - "What are some things you can't live without when it comes to your recovery?"
1:57 - 2:49 - "What is it about the Masters Division that makes it special to you?"
2:49 - 4:27 - "How has CrossFit helped you as a firefighter?"
4:27 - 5:01 - SemiFinals Announcement, CrossFit Games Tickets Promo + Wrap

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