I have been working out at Brand X off and on for over ten years. The majority of that time, I focused on Krav Maga, but would add in some CrossFit every so often. In 2006, I ramped up my CrossFit regimen and along with a modified Zone diet, I had lost almost 60 pounds, leaving me at a weight of 215 pounds. However, I took a break, and in January of 2009 I came back to CrossFit after almost a year off having gained quite a bit of the 60 pounds I had lost – I weighed in at 253 pounds.

When I started in January, I got back on a modified Zone diet and started doing CrossFit 5 days a week, plus supplemental running 2 days a week. I usually worked out with the 6:30 am class on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays with Dan, who has been a great motivator and helped with my consistency. I also worked out with the Tuesday night and Saturday morning classes. After the first couple months, I started cutting back on the running and adding in 20 minutes of heavy lifting before or after the CrossFit workout. I had set the goal of weighing 210 pounds by July, 2009 and was able to accomplish that goal. The people at Brand X create a great atmosphere in which to work out and stay motivated. During these initial few months, not only did my overall fitness improve, but I was also able to increase my deadlift, squat, clean, jerk, snatch, and bench all the while losing 43 pounds.

In June, 2009, Jeff Martin suggested that I participate in 2010 CrossFit Games. In December, after talking to Connor and Jeff Martin about it again, I decided that I would give it a try. I started working out twice a day. Connor really helped me with some of the more difficult CrossFit movements and was a huge inspiration to stay motivated. By the time of the San Diego/Arizona sectionals in early March, I weighed 190 pounds, felt better than I can ever remember, and had as much energy as when I was in my 20s.

Competing in the CrossFit Sectionals was some of the most fun I’ve had in a long time. What a great experience competing with the Brand X CrossFit crew. The rush of adrenaline from competing with all of the other guys was great and something to which I look forward to doing again.

My goals for this upcoming year are to continue to improve on my lifts and CrossFit workouts, specifically, add 100 pounds to my deadlift and squat (for 3X body weight) and 30 pounds to my bench (for 2X body weight). For next year’s CrossFit Games, my goal is to be in the top 5 at the Sectionals. I’d also like to gain 10 pounds, bringing me up to an even 200 pounds. Thanks to everyone at Brand X for the motivation and support.

BEFORE CROSSFIT



John representing Brand X at the Sectionals! You inspire and motivate many. You made us all proud representing Brand X at the Sectionals. Congratulations on your success! We are proud of you!

Schedule for April, 8,9 and 10


Thursday April 8th

8 am CF
630 pm CF ( PS, Kids and Teens also at 630)
No 9 am CF, 430 pm Weightlifting, 530 pm Teen, 530 pm CFK, 600 pm PreSchool- see above

Friday April 9th

630 am CF
8 am CF
6 pm CF
No 9 am CF, 430 pm Jr Kenpo, 530 pm CFK, 630 pm Kenpo

Sat April 10th

8 am CF
9 am KM (in the Creekbed)
No 1015 am CF