CrossFit Athletic Group

One of the most annoying things for me is when I see someone enough where I should know their name, but I don't. I'll waive HI, strike up conversations, ask about their kids or parents, but all the while I'll be thinking, why the hell can't I remember their name? Our newest Champions Club member falls into this category.

Sometimes walking up to the gym in barefeet has its benefits. Besides the one lady who complains to me (and Jay) about how bouncing a basketball on the sidewalk shakes the very foundation of her house, I get to know all the neighbors really well. One of them, Mrs. Gloria, has waived at me for as long as I can remember - probably even dating back to when I was walking up to Foley. It wasn't until about three weeks ago that she actually stopped me and asked if I worked for one of the construction companies on Stephenson. When I told her that I owned the CrossFit Gym (what, don't I look the part?!) she asked about doing some training.

Today happens to be Mrs. Gloria's 76th birthday and she celebrated by having our 5th (I think) half-hour CrossFit session.

So far Mrs. Gloria has been one of the most enjoyable people I've ever coached. Other than the two sessions I did for my grandmas, this is my first ongoing experience coaching a senior citizen. It's awesome! We are working on squats to boxes, push-ups, and plank holds. Today she even did rope climb variations.

My goal would be to get her to the point by Summer where she could jump into maybe one group session every other week, but in the meantime I hope she is having as much fun with these sessions as I am! Be on the lookout for some highlights...