Meet Our FitnessLab CrossFit Coaches
I’ve been lifting and incorporating various types of fitness into my life since high school. I was a competitive motocross racer for several years and being physically fit and strong made me a better rider. Fitness and strength have been extremely important to me as well in my career as a first responder. I have done crossfit based workouts while being a Firefighter/Paramedic for the past 5 years. I started going to a Crossfit “box” in early 2014. My father-in-law got me to try an open workout (14.2), the competition peaked my interest and I have been doing it since. Like many others, Crossfit has brought that level of competition back to my life. My goals with Fitness Lab, are to continue to grow and learn as a coach and an athlete. Community and fitness are very important to me and I feel I can bring a unique dynamic to the crossfit world from my personal and professional experiences. Favorite wod:Fran Favorite lift: deadlift Least favorite wod: Nancy Least favorite movement: double unders Qualifications: crossfit level 1 Coopers- Firefighter fitness specialist Texas commission on fire protection. Department of state health services-paramedic Advance care life support (ACLS) Pediatric advanced life support (PALS) CPR... read more
I started Crossfit in 2008 as a way to injury proof myself, and I was hooked immediately. In 2010, I made the decision to join a Crossfit affiliate and get serious about my fitness. I began coaching in 2012 and have loved it ever since; I particularly enjoy helping people out with gymnastics movements and mobility issues. I am currently perusing my Master’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation at Texas State. I’m looking Forward to helping the FitnessLab community grow and improve in every way possible. Favorite movement: Strict muscle-ups Least favorite movement: Overhead squats Favorite WOD: J.T. Least favorite WOD: Eva Certs/Courses Crossfit Level 1 Crossfit Gymnastics Level 1 Crossfit Movement and Mobility Trigger Point... read more
Age:21 Born and raised in El Paso,Tx. Texas State University Student I have been in multiple sports since a very young age. Favorite part of every sport I played in high school was being in the weight-room. Found crossfit in 2012 and loved it since it was just like being in a weight room with your team just now it was working out together with a community. I enjoyed it so much I got my certification this past July. Hobbies: Being active in general such as Swimming Working out Playing intramural... read more
I am currently a senior at Texas State University, majoring in Exercise and Sports Science. My plan is to pursue a high school coaching career upon graduation. I began my Crossfit journey two and a half years ago at Crossfit Kyle, and continued on at Max 3 Crossfit. In May of 2012, I received my L1 certification and had the opportunity to coach at Odessa Crossfit and element classes at Max 3. I have been coaching at Centerpoint CrossFit for 3 months, and I’m loving every minute of it! Crossfit is a passion that I have, as well as a passion for helping people. I enjoy working with athletes to help them reach their goals, as well as their full potential, in and outside of the box. Some of my hobbies include, working out, watching college football, texas country concerts, student ministry, and being a business builder. I am very blessed to be a part of the FitnessLab Crossfit family! 1 Timothy... read more
I found Crossfit in late 2009 while stationed in San Diego, CA where I was a Rescue Swimmer in the United States Navy. Fitness was a vital component of my job and I was looking for something to help me excel. I developed a passion for Crossfit nearly immediately. I have been fortunate to travel around the world visiting boxes in Dubai, Bahrain, Turkey, Greece, and Spain. This exposure has helped me hone my coaching skills and learn cues from some of the best coaches on the planet. I have been coaching since 2012 and have coached at gyms in California, Florida and Texas. In addition to coaching at FitnessLab CrossFit, I’m currently pursuing my BA in Exercise Science / Physical Therapy at Texas State. I’m also on the Texas State Lifting Team. FitnessLab CrossFit is a special place. We have general CrossFit classes, CrossFit Competitor classes and Olympic Weightlifting classes. I am thrilled that I get to develop the competitor series of programming and share the things that I’ve learned as a competitor. I’m also able to develop my passion for OLY lifting. Competition History: Maximum3 Civil War: 1st Place BCS Games: 1st Place Dell Diamond Games: 3rd Place Atlas Wars: 2nd Place Crossfit Games 2014 Open: 130th out of 9,500 competitors Favorite WOD – 14.5 Favorite Movement – Back Squate Least Favorite WOD – Eva Least Favorite Lift – Standing Press QUALIFICATIONS: CrossFit Level One Certification Crossfit Competitor Coach USAW Olympic Weightlifting level One Adult/Infant CPR & AED... read more
My athletic career began as a High School Varsity Soccer player, which carried over to Intramurals at Florida State while in college. After graduating and beginning my career as a teacher I knew it was time to step up my fitness. After seeing my mom get great results doing CrossFit I started my journey at CrossFit North Atlanta in 2011. CrossFit has truly changed my life in ways I never thought possible. Clean eating, Olympic Lifting, and the dreaded “Fran” were all things I never thought would make me into the athlete I am today. I’m excited to be a part of the FitnessLab CrossFit family and I’m excited to represent our box at team competitions in Central Texas. Favorite WOD – Grace Favorite Lift – Cleans and Overhead Squats Least Favorite WOD – Diane (oh the irony) Least Favorite Lift – Thruster QUALIFICATIONS: CrossFit Level One Certification Adult/Infant CPR & AED... read more
I started CrossFit in 2012 and immediately fell in love with the competitive atmosphere and the daily challenges that CrossFit offers. I had always considered myself to be in pretty good shape, competing in triathlons and many other endurance events, however, after completing my first WOD I was quickly humbled. I realized that even though I had really good endurance, I was greatly lacking fitness in many other areas. I graduated from Texas State in 2013 with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science. Along with coaching at FitnessLab CrossFit, I am also coaching cross country at St. Peter and Paul and work as a gait analysis/shoe specialist at U-Run. I love coaching others to help them achieve their fitness goals! Favorite WOD – Angie Favorite Movement – Pull-Ups Least Favorite WOD – Chelsea Least Favorite Lift – Thruster QUALIFICATIONS: CrossFit Level One Certification Bachelors in Exercise and Sports Science Half Ironman Competitor Cross Country and Track Coach Gait Analysis/Shoe Specialist Adult/Infant CPR & AED... read more
I tried CrossFit in 2012 for the first time before we moved to New Braunfels. I loved it right away. It brought back memories of training in the ‘glory days’ for this aging athlete. Due to a hectic work and travel schedule I drifted in and out of the box for a couple of months before I decided that it was something I had to commit to if I wanted to realize the full benefit of training under this methodology. I chose not to commit. I regretted that decision for quite some time. Once exposed to CrossFit, ‘traditional’ training methods no longer satisfied me. My wife Shayna and I opened FitnessLab in October of 2013. I knew right away that CrossFit was something we should introduce to our growing base of members. I believe wholeheartedly that anyone and everyone can benefit from CrossFit training. I reached out to coach Burke and we began to formulate a plan for launching FitnessLab CrossFit. I took the CrossFit Level One Certification course/exam and we were affiliated in December 2013 – opening our doors as FitnessLab CrossFit on January 1, 2014. My goal is to continue to bring the very best programming, coaching and training experience to the residents of San Marcos and surrounding communities. We have taken a gathering of like-minded individuals and created a CrossFit family like no other. We are proud of what we’ve built. We would love for you to be a part of what we’re building. Every member has a name. Every name has a story. Every story matters. Favorite WOD – Kelly Favorite Lift – Front Squat... read more
Coaching since 2008, after getting into CrossFit in 2006 because I was out of shape after life and jobs got in the way. My athletic background is wide and varied but I spent a fair bit of time as an Elite Level Rugby player (Former US Eagle Jr Pool Player) and I spent 6 years as a Cat 1/2 Cyclist which allowed me to compete in the 2000 Olympic Trials. However, my athletic endeavors have had a downside which includes 9 Knee surgeries on my right knee and 3 shoulder surgeries, so I have a bit of experience on how to come back from extended lay-offs. My athletic goals are to get a lot stronger, run Tough Mudder, Spartan Race, Go-Ruck and to begin racing my bike again this year. My longer term goal is to qualify for the American Open as a Masters Lifter within the next 3-years. My goals with Fitness Lab CrossFit is to take my clients to the next level in their fitness, nutrition and CrossFit lifestyle and to help make Fitness Lab CrossFit one of the premier Strength and Conditioning facilities in the nation. Favorite WOD – Helen Favorite Lift – Back Squat Least Favorite WOD – Fran Least Favorite Lift – Thruster QUALIFICATIONS: USA Weightlifting Sport Coach USA Cycling Level 1 Coach CrossFit Level One Certification CrossFit Olympic Lifting Crossfit Football CrossFit Endurance CrossFit Powerlifting Maximum Mobility Nutrition and Basic Barbell certifications Adult/Infant CPR & AED... read more
