Name: Terri Cary Age: 54 Occupation: Stay at home mother When did you first start CrossFit? April 2010 Tell us about your sports & fitness background: I played softball, basketball, and took gymnastics a few years during my grade school years How did you first get into CrossFit? How did it go? I started going to CrossFit when Aaron was offering a free week of classes. Two of my sisters, sister-in-law and my niece thought it would be good idea. As for how it went ,I never thought I would make it through the week but here I am, still at it, after nine years What sort of changes have you seen in your body, health, and fitness since starting CrossFit? I am definitely more fit at the age of 54 than I’ve ever been. I have leaned out and actually have a few muscles!! What impact has CrossFit had...Read more

Name: Tim Cramer Age: 46 Occupation: CPA When did you first start CrossFit? Jan 2017 Tell us about your sports & fitness background. I played soccer growing up. I was in great shape through my college years and then joined the workforce and it all went downhill until 2 ½ years ago. How did you first get into CrossFit? How did it go? I actually met Brooke Schupp and she suggested I try (there was a beginner class starting in about a month from that date). I loved it. I never could get myself to be consistent just going to the gym. This was enough variety that it keeps me wanting to come because I never get bored. What sort of changes have you seen in your body, health, and fitness since starting Crossfit? I have lost about 25 pounds. My endurance has increased significantly (even though I still have...Read more

 Name: Chaney Wagner (Chainz) Age: 20 Occupation The Little Gym When did you first start CrossFit? 2013 Tell us about your sports & fitness background. Cheerleading took a big place in my life! I started competitive cheer when I was about 6 or so and did both school and competitive cheer about all the way up to high school. In the middle of all that, I started CrossFit and fell in love at first lift! How did you first get into CrossFit? How did it go? My dad and older sibs got me to try it out and I ended up falling in love with the sport. My first ever CrossFit workout was a little scary at first but then I just grew to love it! All the people and coaches were so friendly, welcoming, encouraging and most of all, loving! What sort of changes have you seen in your...Read more

Name: Matt Moore Age: 32 Occupation: Transmission Construction Representative for American Electric Power. (Site Project Manager) When did you first start CrossFit? I started January 7, 2017 in the beginner’s class. Tell us about your sports & fitness background. I played baseball until college and have zero background in fitness. How did you first get intoCrossFit? How did it go? Before my current occupation, I was a lineman for American Electric Power. This was a very physical job that filled the bucket for movement and strength. After a day of work, the last thing I would have wanted to do was to open the door of a gym. After 13 years of linework, I moved to a supervisory role. This entails talking a lot and pointing my finger. The opposite of movement and strength. I made it 6 months and realized something was going to have to change. Because of...Read more

Name: Chance Patterson Age: 29 Occupation: Fence supply Manager When did you first start CrossFit? July 16 Tell us about your sports & fitness background. Played Baseball and Football in High school. Worked out off and on ever since. How did you first get into CrossFit? How did it go? A friend invited me! Went very well. What sort of changes have you seen in your body, health, and fitness since starting CrossFit? Stronger mentally and physically. Seeing definition where iv never had it. Eating cleaner. What impact has CrossFit had on your life? More focus and determination. I quit drinking and started lifting 2 weeks later. What is your advice for people getting started or thinking about starting CrossFit? Anyone can do it! It is fun, intense, and rewarding. What are your hobbies, interests, and other talents outside of CrossFit? Sk8 Boarding, Fishing. Anything outdoors. Interested in starting a...Read more