Q: When did you first hear about CrossFit and how did you get started?

 

First heard about it through some friends at work.  I tagged along on a workout and the rest is history!

 

Q: Why did you stick with it?

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I’ve always loved working out, but enjoyed that I didn’t have to think about programming. I just had to show up! Variety is also important to me and I’ve never gotten bored with CrossFit.  I also thrive with the group atmosphere because whenever I want to quit during a class, all I have to do is look around and see everyone else getting through it.  And the music! I love a good playlist blasting….makes me feel like I’m back in the clubs again!

 

Q: What do you enjoy most about Bell City CrossFit?

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The welcoming atmosphere.  The coaches and the members genuinely care and uplift each other.  I don’t have family in CT and I only moved out here because of work.  Bell City became my outlet for all the outside stress.  During the lockdown, Bell City Zoom became the only thing I looked forward to each day and having other people to connect with at that time was a blessing.

 

Q: Most and least favorite lift?

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Back squats are my favorite because I feel the strongest.  Least…pull-ups or anything gymnastic-y because I can’t do them (and I don’t like my hands ripping 😌).

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Q. What do you train for?

 

Mental and physical health.  And yea, maybe the dream of one day getting my old body back and working out in that cutoff shirt!

 

Q: What is your greatest CrossFit success story?

 

There have been many as I’m always encouraged to push myself past what I think I can do.  But, I will never forget the day I RX’d my first workout!

 

Q: What do you do for work?

 

Too much! In a nutshell, I’m a Content Producer and work on live game action for ESPN.

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Q: What do you do for fun with you’re not at the gym?

 

Travel.  If I’m not doing it for work, I enjoy finding new places to explore on my own.

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Q: What advice would you give to someone interested in CrossFit, but not sure it’s the right fit for them?

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Just give it a chance.  It might feel uncomfortable or you might feel like you can’t do it but just get a good sweat in and have fun!

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Q: Favorite breakfast meal?

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Depends on the mood…sometimes I’m all for an omelet and home fries and sometimes I crave a pancake or waffle.  These are cheat meals of course lol!

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Congratulations Jenn, and thank you for sharing your story!  

When you see Jenn at Bell City, be sure to give her a high-five and congratulate her!!!