My Story:

In highschool and college I played, football, basketball, rugby, and soccer. Needless to say I lived in the gym during those years. Then came normal life. At first, I was able to keep up and lived in the local gym, but then time started to disappear, I elevated position at work, finished a graduate degree, had 3 kids, started my own business, needless to say, the gym is one thing that kept getting put on the back burner. When I left college I was 6'3", 230lbs, and 7.3% body fat, (per the last football assessment.) When I started at Crossfit Stafford, I had inflated to 266lbs at 20.5% body fat. I wasn't happy about it and I needed a little push. Having the Crossfit guys waiting for me and expecting me at a certain time, made me roll out of bed and exercise. I started in June of 2010 and went everyday, from June through January 2011 and I went from 266lbs to 246 lbs, decreased my body fat from 20.5% to 15%. Starting in February I had to cut back to 2 to 3 days a week, but really started to pay attention to what I ate and as of March 1st, I am 239 lbs, and 14% body fat. I lost over 20 inches along the way and I am well on my way to my goal of 225 lbs and 10% body fat. I highly recommend Crossfit Stafford, they now how to push you at the right time, they keep the routines interesting and fun, and you never get bored. They guide you to results and they really start to show fast, you just need to know where to look. Crossfit Stafford offers assessments every month or so, and I highly recommend you take them up on it. It keeps you motivated. Gains are made in cycles, the first month, I dropped a little weight and a lot of inches, the second month I dropped more weight and only a few inches, the gains come in cycles and what you don't see on the scale tend to show up on the tape measure or vice versa. The before and after pics help you notice what goes unnoticed in the home mirror. If I wasn't so busy, I'd seriously consider getting my Crossfit Trainer certification, so I could join the crew.

Brian


Dear CrossFit Stafford Coaches,

     "I heard about CrossFit Stafford from a friend/co-worker in January 2010.  I was intrigued by what it was all about. 

Each morning I would look forward to hearing about the WOD of the day from my friends and co-workers.  I was living vicariously though these women whose figures were taking on a new shape.  I could really tell that the workouts were changing their bodies and I was amazed at what I saw!! 

     After just a few months, I decided to jump on board.  May 3, 2010 face book entry…”I laughed, I cried, but I’ll be back tomorrow”.  All true…I laughed at what they expected me to do, cried (out of frustration and disappointment) when I couldn’t accomplish a burpee and returned the next day ready to go.

     When I started out I had to scale most, if not all, of the exercises because I was just not strong enough to do them.  I scaled push up’s by doing them against the wall.  I did crunches instead of sit up’s and getting my chin the bar for pull up’s, even with the black band was a feat I never thought I would get close to.

     Here I am 10 months later still going strong.  I can do push up’s on my knees, full sit up’s and although still on the black band, I think I’m finally making eye contact with the pull up bar!  I’m now down over 7% in body fat and 30 inches overall.  I feel great!  I am so proud of my accomplishments!  I could have never achieved what I have without the support of all of the CrossFit Stafford coaches and the men and women that I work out with."  Kristina

 "CrossFit Stafford is awesome!  When I started CrossFit, I was exercising, but not making much progress; I did not have much strength and could not do a single pull-up.  The coaches at CrossFit Stafford are great and have taught me a lot about proper form, how to exercise effectively and how to push hard.  The fun and competitive environment created by the coaches and other athletes has also led me to success and it makes me look forward to CrossFit each day.  After just a month, I noticed a huge improvement and today I have more strength and endurance than I thought possible in such a short period of time - and I can now do pull-ups!  Because of what CrossFit Stafford had done for me and continues to do for me, CrossFit will be a permanent part of my life." Karla 

  "I've benefited significantly.  I've been an athlete all my life and feel this is the best overall fitness program I've been involved in. I feel great."

     "Great program; I already have noticed an increase in energy and agility and find the group structure to be very motivating and encouraging.  Although it is challenging, I have been surprised to find that I actually look forward to each day's workout"  

 

     "In a very short period of time I've dramatically improved my fitness and health"    JMH

     "I love this program. I have already noticed that my muscles are getting more defined after only three weeks. I have more energy--if that is possible, and feel stronger than before. I didn't feel any of this after a two year membership at a local gym."

 

      "I have never been an athlete or a person who enjoys exercise.  In fact, I have spent too many years leading a sedentary life.  I have recently begun a new exercise program called “CrossFit”.  This program offers exercises of varying intensity which are scalable to my fitness level.  Our coach/trainer is knowledgeable and supportive.  I feel if I can do this program than anyone can do it!   
     
    "The best part is after six weeks, I have lost 13 inches and six pounds!" 

    "If I had to rate CrossFit Stafford on a scale of 1 to 10, I would give it a 12. The friendliest CrossFit Franchise I have been to. A great mix of athletes at every level. The instructors both challenge you with the WODs and work with you to improve your performance. Definitely the place to go if you want to get your MoJo back."

     "Gyms are widely available and folks have many choices.  I think the Coaches and the "Command Climate" you have established and the CrossFit Program are the keys to your success.  Your positive attitude, encouragement while pushing athletes to do more, use better form etc. are what keeps people at CrossFit Stafford and keeps them coming back."

     "I love the opportunities that CrossFit Stafford provides.  Great environment and staff!"

     "Keep up the good work!  The morning coaches truly make you feel valued and an important part of the CrossFit team.  They are very attentive to form, fitness and safety.  They truly make me attend as much as possible.  I am seeing the results and it fits into my busy day perfectly."

     "I had initial apprehension about joining CrossFit Stafford, but have greatly enjoyed it since day one.  I greatly appreciate CrossFit Stafford's flexibility when it comes to athlete's needs.  Great Coaches.  They are professional and great athletes themselves! (They walk-the-walk).  I have greatly improved my upper body strength."

     "I am much stronger, in better physical condition and feel better mentally since joining CrossFit Stafford."

      "My stress levels are much lower and I feel good.  I am doing something good for myself."

      "Keep up the great work -ya'll are truly awesome!"