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How has ECCF changed your life? ECCF has changed my life as I have found a strong community and friends that I am so grateful to have and belong to. I love going to the gym and it feels like home.

How has ECCF changed my life? Maxing out at 235lbs, the word athlete was never something I heard early on in life. It was not until junior year of college when the light bulb turned on and I decided to make a change. I found functional fitness in 2009, it was love after first squat-clean! I love ECCF because of the community and for the positive habits it has helped me to establish. From increased confidence and positive self-image, to healthier lifestyle habits, ECCF was the catalyst I needed to take me where I have always wanted to go as an athlete.

How has ECCF changed your life Before joining ECCF, I was struggling with chronic pain as a result of a back injury. It has taken me a long time, but after consistently going to ECCF and revamping my mobility routines, my pain has significantly improved and I have more pain free days than ever before.

How has CrossFit changed your life? CrossFit has not only improved my fitness but also vastly improved my confidence and mental wellbeing. Showing myself I can do hard things in the gym has translated to many other areas of life and I certainly feel like a better human being for it! I also found a passion for coaching and helping others find love for CrossFit in the process.

How has CrossFit changed your life? At risk of sounding like a koolaid drinker, it’s given me everything. Loved ones, a pathway post military career, purpose, I could go on.

How has CrossFit changed your life? The young girl who never lifted weights has learned to love the feeling of lifting a heavy barbell. CrossFit has given me so much confidence both physically but also mentally. I know when faced with a challenge, I can get through it.

How has CrossFit changed your life? I’ve spent the better portion of my adult life experimenting with exercise and trying to find what I enjoy and what works for me. I found that in CrossFit. I love being a strong woman, I love friendly competition (I am my own biggest competitor) and I love the community and support that builds around doing things daily that challenge us and make us better. It has allowed me to understand myself on a deeper level as well as helping me to find my confidence.

How has CrossFit Changed your life? I think CrossFit has done 2 major things for me. 1) CrossFit has helped me find supportive communities wherever I am. From my hometown, to college, to young adult life, being a member of a CrossFit gym has also allowed me to be a part of some pretty amazing communities. 2) CrossFit has expanded my identity. Going from just a swimmer to being able to lift weights and train cardio (on land), and experiment with gymnastics movements. CrossFit has widened my athletic capabilities and has been added to my list of hobbies!

How has CrossFit Changed your life? CrossFit has not only transformed my physical strength and endurance, but it’s also given me a new respect for health and fitness as a whole. It’s made me more mindful of the importance of longevity and taking care of my body for the long haul. Additionally, it provides me with an outlet to burn off some of my competitive nature, which keeps me motivated and engaged.

How has CrossFit Changed your life? It has become a part of my life. I now understand my body more and do things which will help me improve my fitness and not miss classes.

How has CrossFit Changed your life? How has it not? I am stronger. I have accountability. I have a community.

How has CrossFit Changed your life? I have enjoyed the community aspect of CrossFit and the change it has brought is being more connected to my community through movement.