CrossFit has made me stronger in all aspects of my life and helps me to control my disease versus my disease controlling me.

Being a person with a life-threatening disease I have to think about my health more so than the average person and I’m finally doing this with passion.

About 18 months ago I was termed a “Globogym” guy.  I worked out a lot and thought I liked what I was doing.  My workouts usually consisted of upper body isolation lifting with a lot of weight; very minimal legs work.  When I did cardio it was not that often and usually runs of 4-5

Zeke, Hey this is Todd Saunders, I trained with you several times a while back. I just was going to let you know that I just got my affiliate CrossFit Carteret last week up here in Carteret County in Beaufort. I really would like to thank you for your inspiration and guidance. I really do

Since my first CrossFit class, on 5/21/10, I’ve gained 14 lbs. of lean muscle and dropped two pants sizes. Even though I didn’t start CrossFit until the age of 36 I feel stronger, faster, and more powerful than I have in my entire life.

Since I started at Crossfit Coastal, the changes in my mental health, as well as my physique have been remarkable

I needed a change from a “normal gym”. I wanted more than just an hour at the gym, I wanted results. I wasn’t getting any because I was only doing what I was comfortable with. I needed a push.

I’d heard about the community at CrossFit and thought that’s where I wanted to be

“CrossFit is all about adopting a healthy, active lifestyle – not just about looking good. (although it does come with the training).” I only wish that every gym owner ran their gym based off of this philosophy.

I have been surprised about things I’ve accomplished. I have learned that I should never think that I can’t do something because I used to think that I’d never be able to do a double-under or climb a rope…and I can do those things now!! =)

I have fun every single day at the gym. How many people can say that