What made you choose CrossFit True?
I was looking to up the ante on my fitness and knew I needed to fit a gym that could keep up with my personal fitness goals! When I met Moe for the first time, saw all the cool equipment and saw the leaderboard on the wall, I knew it was the right place for me.
How long have you been training with us?
1 year, 3 months!
What has been your proudest moment in the past 90 days?
I didn’t realize how much my fitness level had increased until I had 2 moments of “Oh! Ok!” First one was climbing a very steep hill that usually kicks my butt in Vermont, the other was running my first 5k after 5 years. Both times I just did it. I didn’t struggle, I didn’t complain, (well, maybe a little), and I ended each with, “Oh! Ok!” To think that something that once challenged me now required very little effort and was confirmation that I was in a very good spot with my fitness.
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When you’re not at the gym, what do you do for work? What do you do for fun?
I work at an Engineering Firm in the Land Surveying Department. I am training to be a Project Manager.
For fun, I craft, paint and design. I am working on building a stationary company! When I’m not inside, you can find me in my gardens, helping the Coalition For a Sustainable Cheshire, hiking, beaching and exploring the woods.
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How is your nutrition? How has it changed since joining CrossFit True?
–My nutrition has been great. It’s been the longest stretch of time that I have NOT been on a diet. I am able to eat basically what I want, but have been able to make smarter choices based on my body’s needs. I had been doing Keto right before I started and then during my first class workout I realized really quickly that I couldn’t do anything because I had nothing in me to do it with! I ditched that diet right away and just started to live.
What are your 3 favorite movements/exercises?
- Running
- Cleans
- Push Press
What is your favorite style workout? (AMRAP, EMOM, Rounds for Time, etc)
-AMRAP
What about your favorite workout?
- Grace.
Any favorite workout songs?
Any Nelly, Puffy or Biggie.
Have you changed physically or mentally since you’ve been working out with us?
It’s funny how I have not lost any significant weight since I’ve started but I have shrunk in size! I’m toned up and I see actual muscle definition. I’ve gained so much muscle and It feels great!! Mentally, I don’t feel insignificant anymore. My confidence is strong and I know that all the work I have done has made me so much more clear headed. I’ve gained more confidence at work, in public and amongst those other school moms!
What are your current goals?
-Move more! Find opportunities to get in one more day per week to be active.
How have your goals changed since you joined?
- Yes! At first I cared about achieving one specific thing. Now – All I want to do is stay active, be available for myself and participate in things that challenge me.
What has been the biggest surprise since joining CF True?
- The biggest surprise was the community that I found at CF True. I have really learned to be myself and not worry about the little things. I know that even with my quirkiness, I can find a friend to laugh with, joke with and enjoy a beer with. Well, you all drink the beer, I’ll have that tequila in a can thing…it’s my personality now.
What can you do now that you couldn’t do before joining?
- A handstand!! As an adult! Never before did I imagine myself, 40 years old, able to do a handstand. A core memory was made that day!!
Say something else, Anything!
I am so grateful to be part of this community!! I’ve grown so much…and not just my muscles!! I’ve gained so much confidence and happiness in my everyday life. I love watching everyone grow with one another and seeing the trust that everyone has for each other. This is truly a safe space to be vulnerable in, and that alone makes me so proud to be part of this outstanding family. xoxo.