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Smitty Built Fitness Owner Ryan Smith: Faith, Fitness, Family, and Taking the Leap | All Redding

Redding is full of people who go against the grain—and this week on All Redding, Ky sits down with Ryan Smith, co-owner of Smitty Built Fitness in Redding, CA. Ryan shares his journey from starting fitness at 17 (with a pretty relatable motivation 😅) to diving deep into CrossFit, coaching, and ultimately taking a major leap into entrepreneurship—buying a gym at 29 years old while raising a young family. They talk about: 🏋️‍♂️ Ryan’s path from CrossFit to strength training + longevity 🎓 Why experience matters more than certifications in the fitness world 🤝 What it’s really like to run a business with your spouse 🙏 Balancing faith, family, stress, and leadership 👥 How small-group training can build real community (and keep people consistent) If you’re into local stories, entrepreneurship, fitness, or you’re simply trying to get healthier in a sustainable way—this conversation is packed with perspective. 👍 Like, subscribe, and drop a comment: What’s the biggest thing that helps you stay consistent? Chapters: 0:00 Welcome to All Redding (Intro + Why Redding Matters) 0:25 Ky Introduces Ryan Smith (Smitty Built Fitness Owner) 1:02 “We’ve Known Each Other Since 14” — Real Friendship Origins 1:21 How Ryan Got Into Fitness (The Girlfriend Motivation 😂) 2:00 Palo Cedro CrossFit Days + The Early Training Years 2:13 From Bodybuilding to CrossFit (and Back Again) 3:12 The Competitive Fire: CrossFit Dreams + The Games 4:35 Why Ryan Still Loves CrossFit (But Has a Take on Longevity) 5:55 Certifications vs. Real Experience (Boots-on-the-Ground Truth) 7:47 College, San Diego, Utah… and the Camaro Story 🚗 8:55 The NFL Coach Dream + A Holiday Market Turning Point 10:08 Football Reality Check → Coaching Basketball for Years 12:03 The Big Leap: Buying Adamson’s Peak Performance 15:18 Risk, Faith, Mentors, and Learning on the Fly 27:17 Stress, Family Balance, and Building a “Built For Life” Community About the Host — Ky Strickler   / ky.strickler   Ky Strickler is the host of All Redding, a podcast created to showcase the people who make Redding a great place to live—business leaders, community leaders, and faith-based leaders working toward a stronger North State. Having been part of the Redding community since 2000, Ky has spent years investing in youth through coaching, schools, and community programs, with a deep passion for sports, mentorship, and building genuine, face-to-face connection. Adopted into a multi-ethnic, multi-generational family, Ky brings a grounded perspective shaped by service, teamwork, and the belief that community is the antidote to isolation. About the Guest — Ryan Smith   / smittybuiltfitnessgym   Ryan Smith is the co-owner of Smitty Built Fitness in Redding, California. A trainer with more than a decade of hands-on experience, Ryan’s journey spans strength training, CrossFit, and years of coaching—shaped by a deep belief that real transformation comes through consistency, community, and sustainable habits. Ryan and his wife, Katie, purchased and rebranded the gym (formerly Adamson’s Peak Performance), building a values-driven space focused on “health—mind, body, and soul,” and helping everyday adults train for life through semi-private personal training and strong local connection. AllRedding.com is your local online source for all things Redding and surrounding areas. Our goal is to connect people with businesses, events and stories within our community that will make you proud to live in Redding, California! #allredding www.allredding.com All Redding Explore Your City. Live Local. www.allredding.com #AllRedding #ReddingCalifornia #Entrepreneurship #FitnessJourney #SmallBusiness #PersonalTraining #Community