In this episode of the Silverback Media Podcast, host Marco Mejia sits down with Dave Fennell, whose journey from over 550 pounds to performing strict pull-ups became a featured story on CrossFit.com.
Dave’s transformation is far more than a story about weight loss — it’s about confronting food addiction, rebuilding self-belief, and discovering how consistency and community can rewrite a life.
Dave opens up about what it felt like to live inside a 600-pound body and how CrossFit gave him the structure and accountability to fight his way back. This conversation goes beyond fitness — it’s a story about perseverance, purpose, and proving that no starting point is too far gone.
Highlights from this episode:
The moment Dave realized something had to change
The mindset shift from survival to growth
What it meant to find real community and accountability in CrossFit
How small daily wins became the foundation for massive change
Dave’s story is living proof that no matter how heavy the weight — physically or mentally — transformation is always possible with consistency, courage, and support.
🔗 Related Link:
The Differentiator Is CrossFit: David Fennell Goes From 550 Pounds to Strict Pull-Ups (CrossFit.com)
