Meet our Athletes of the Month
September 2019 - Jeff Crites
July 2019 - Rachel Lee
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Name: Rachael Lee
Where are you from? Enid, OK When did you become a member of ReFuel? April 2019 What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Play with my two dogs and hangout with family and friends When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? When just doing it for two months put me in remission with my stomach disease. What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Rowing, Deadlifts and Power cleans, because they are my stronger side and I am better at them than anything else. What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Running lol and thrusters, running is just awful and thrusters because I am weak when it comes to squatting What would your perfect WOD look like? Rowing, deadlifts, and box jumps What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Box jump for sure! What motivates you during a workout? Everyone in the gym rooting for you 💗 What’s something we may not know about you? I have a severe stomach disease and I’m on my last resort medicine. But I believe that CrossFit is my life changer. What advice would you give someone just starting? Keep going. It’s really hard at first and you are going to think that you will never get better, but you will. I promise. What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? I’d love to be able to do a pull-up and a handstand push up Fill in the blank: I like makeup way too much. I eat way too many tacos I do not like feeling judged I am petrified of two piece swimsuits and snakes I want to feel good about my body and build more confidence! |
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June - Georgia Walterscheidt
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Athlete of the Month
Name: Georgia Walterscheidt Where are you from? Hennessey, Oklahoma When did you become a member of ReFuel? Sometime in early 2016 What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Work, spend time with my niece and nephews When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? About 6 months in What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Anything with deadlifts because I can do those well 🙂 What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Fran because thrusters, hate thrusters What would your perfect WOD look like? Combination of deadlifts and power cleans What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Box jump What motivates you during a workout? My friends around me telling me I can do it! What’s something we may not know about you? I like to hunt, wish I could do more of it. What advice would you give someone just starting? I promise it gets better 😛but on a real note, i would tell them that the more you work at it the better you feel, don’t worry about doing everything RX! We are not all the same and it is okay to scale everything! Scale the scaled stuff if you have to, as long as you are doing the workout it doesn’t matter how! Also, believe in yourself! What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? Pull-ups one day Fill in the blank: I like beer I eat too much. I do not like bananas I am petrified of letting myself get to big again. |
November - Jamie Dershem
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Name: Jamie Dershem
Where are you from? Nash, OK When did you become a member of ReFuel? March 2017 What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Hang out with my family When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? After my first week when I was sore in places I didn’t know could hurt What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Cleans because they make me feel strong What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Snatches because my arms don’t like being that wide What would your perfect WOD look like? Combination of running and cleans and jump ropes! What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Wall handstands (or wall slides) What motivates you during a workout? Finishing (or Kristi Fossett) What’s something we may not know about you? I love margaritas!! What advice would you give someone just starting? Just continue coming… you will learn to love it and the soreness will eventually not be so bad! What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? I will do a pull-up… one day! Fill in the blank: I like being a mom! I eat chicken usually once a day. I do not like surprises. I am petrified of spiders! I want to run a full marathon! |
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October - Brittany Adams
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Name: Brittany Adams
Where are you from? Springfield, Mo When did you become a member of ReFuel? January 2016 What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Chase my wild child! When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? Probably a few months in. What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Cleans or Snatches because they make me feel strong. What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Running……it's self explanatory What would your perfect WOD look like? Combination of rowing and cleans. What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Handstand hold. What motivates you during a workout? Finishing What’s something we may not know about you? I like to cook. What advice would you give someone just starting? Just keep coming, it eventually doesn’t hurt as bad! What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? I’d love to be able to do a pull-up. (It’s a lofty goal) Fill in the blank: I like being a stay-at-home mom. I eat too much. I do not like condiments. I am petrified of Jaxon starting pre-k next year I want to feel good about my body and have more confidence. |
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October - Ryan Mercer
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Name: Ryan Mercer
Where are you from? Enid, OK When did you become a member of ReFuel? August 2017 officially What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Try not to look like a duck when I walk from my sore body. When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? When I knew it was something Shea and I could share together : ) What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Rowing b/c it's one of about 2 movements that benefit tall people! What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Burpees b/c they are burpees What would your perfect WOD look like? Calorie row and wall-balls What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do. Double Unders. I thought it was hopeless What motivates you during a workout? Fear of mediocrity What’s something we may not know about you? I cry during sad movies : ( What advice would you give someone just starting? Be comfortable being uncomfortable What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? Finish in the top 100 masters men in OK for 2018 Open Fill in the blank: I like Shea I eat Shea I do Shea I am in love with Shea I want Shea |
September - Kristi Fossett
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Name: Kristi Fossett
Where are you from? Good ole Enid! When did you become a member of ReFuel? April, 2016 What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? My husband and I own Enid Floral, but I mainly do the gardening for our landscaping business. And, I try and keep up with my 12 and 16 year old boys! When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? After one week with Brittney, and I didn't die. What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Power/Hang Cleans, I don't know, just really like them What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Burpees because I feel like a fish flopping out of water AND any form of overhead squat. What would your perfect WOD look like? Power Cleans, Sit-ups, and knee raises (just because I'm really trying to build up to a pull up or toes-to- bar) What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Besides the obvious answer of "most of it", I'd have to say the Open! I was so scared and waited until the very last day to register. (only because I was called out for not) I felt so accomplished each week after we did the WOD. What motivates you during a workout? All the amazing athletes in the 8:15 class! Plus, during a WOD, I have pep talks with myself to just get through it and DO NOT quit! What’s something we may not know about you? I did private training with Britt from April until January because I had a fear of attending class. Then she got all bossy and told me enough and made me start classes. I totally appreciate her for that!! What advice would you give someone just starting? Don't listen to all the nay-sayers when they talk down on Crossfit and DON'T over think it! I don't look ahead at WOD's because I'll start over thinking my limits, etc. Just show up, and do your best. You'll respect yourself more and have such a better feeling of accomplishment. What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? Well of course I'd love to knock out a toes-to-bar, but as probably the oldest person at the gym, I want to be able to keep getting stronger and not ever let my age define me. Fill in the blank: I like watching the amazing support at Refuel and my boys sports! I eat Mexican food I do hope that I can make a difference and be a positive influence in my boy's lives. I am grateful everyday that I have my church, my health, and my friends and family. I want to someday RX ALL movements alongside Janae, Emily, and Brittney at 8:15!! |
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September - Carter Jennings
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Name: Carter Jennings
Where are you from? Checotah, OK (Yes, I know Carrie Underwood) When did you become a member of ReFuel? January 2017 What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Go to OU games and Thunder games. Spend time with friends and family. When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? The first Foundations class. People I had never met before were cheering me on to finish the WOD at the end of the training. What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Rowing. It’s one movement where it’s all about heart and effort and I’m competitive with many of the guys at our gym. What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Overhead squats/squat snatches. I just don’t bend that way for whatever reason. What would your perfect WOD look like? I really enjoy Helen. I’m a decent runner and can just recently do Rx Kettlebell weight and can string together pull ups. What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? A strict pull up. I can do multiple in a row now. What motivates you during a workout? Knowing that I won’t be any better tomorrow if I don’t push myself hard today. What’s something we may not know about you? I was accepted to Harvard for undergrad. I wasn’t ready at that age to move so far off from my family. What advice would you give someone just starting? Don’t measure yourself against others. Crossfit is a competitive, group atmosphere. At the end of the day though it’s about pushing yourself to your own limits and then breaking through them. What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? I want to string together double unders!!!! Fill in the blank: I like spending time with my friends. I eat Buffalo Wings!!! I do me. I am a cupcake. I want to see OU win another National Championship!!! |
August - Emily O'Boyle
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Name: Emily O’Boyle
Where are you from? Woodinville, Washington When did you become a member of ReFuel? August 2016 (Thank you Air Force!!) What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Hang out with my hound dogs, my husband and my awesome neighbors! When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? After my husband dragged me to a foundations class (which was over 3 years ago), and I realized how fun it actually was! What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Anything with double under and/or any type of clean! Dubs were the only thing I knew how to do when I started CF (thank you elementary DU contests!) and I clean stuff pretty well…just not at my house haha What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Overhead Squats…because who actually likes those?! What would your perfect WOD look like? The one from July 25th. It was literally the most fun thing I’ve ever done haha plus it was nice and short! 5 squat cleans 95#; 50 double unders; 4 squat cleans 105#; 40 double unders; 3 squat cleans 125#; 30 double unders; 2 squat cleans 135#; 20 double unders; 1 squat clean 155#; 10 double unders What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Compete in a CF competition, and become a CF trainer?! Like, whaaaaaat?! What motivates you during a workout? Trying to keep up with those around me! …I’m looking at you Janae ;) What’s something we may not know about you? I raced snowmobiles for a few years when I was a teenager. What advice would you give someone just starting? STICK WITH IT!! I promise it’s worth it! What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? To do a handstand push up without any abmats! Fill in the blank: I like…my coonhounds! (And my husband too, I guess…haha) I eat…anything coconut or chocolate flavored. I do…not want my CF Kids summer sessions to end yet!! I am…a teacher, a coach, an air force wife, a doggy mamma! I want…to do another CF comp! |
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August -Christopher Cantu
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Name: Christopher Lee Cantu.
Where are you from? New Braunfels Tx. When did you become a member of CrossFit ReFuel? May-ish 2017 What do you do when you're not at CrossFit? Work and an Uber driver for my kids.... When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? My first WOD of course... it was love a first burpee.... :/ What is your favorite WOD/movement and why? Probably the Team "Murph" , I did it with my family for a very great cause What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? that would be Ready........ Burpees! Why ? Cuz they suck ! What would your perfect WOD look like? 5RFT 5/10/15 push-ups/sit-ups/air squats..... simple and sweet What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Overhead Squat What motivates you during a workout? Knowing that each one of my Refuel teammates is going through the suck with me! What is one thing we probably don't know about you? I'm a Twin What advice would you give someone just starting? Don't give up , it only gets better:) What is one goal you have in CrossFit? Handstand Push-up Fill in the blank I like - "Big butts and I cannot lie!" I Eat - Tacos I Do - these are the words I said to get me a life sentence! :0 love u Blanca I Am - Second I Want - the Dallas Cowboys and the San Antonio Spurs to win another Championship in the same year.... yeah that would be great........oh yeah and World Peace |
July - Renee Kaiser
Name: Renee Kaiser
Where are you from? Hydro, OK
When did you become a member of ReFuel? March 2017
What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Mostly spend time with family and friends. My 3 kiddos keep me pretty busy.
When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? When I woke up sore, but was still excited and looking forward to going back to workout that day. Also when I realized how many people were “on my side”.
What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I’m starting to like snatches!! They are fast pace, but work both arms and legs.
What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? I despise wallballs!! They drain me quick. Box jumps are pretty high on the least favorite list as well. Mind over matter gets me every time.
What would your perfect WOD look like? 10 clean and jerks, run 200m, 10 snatches, run 200m, 10 squat clean, and 30 ab mat sit ups
What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Get up on the wall for handstand pushups.
What motivates you during a workout? Others!! Being competitive and wanting to beat others, hearing the people along side me cheering for me to just keep pushing.
What’s something we may not know about you? I love to travel and try new things.
What advice would you give someone just starting? Come in ready to work your ass off! Forget anything you “think you may know about weight lifting”, and have an open mind about learning new movements and technique.
What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? I have a ton, but I want to master toes to bar and pull ups.
Fill in the blank:
I like – food! Most all food
I eat – too much, too often.
I do – enjoy anything outdoors
I am – a stay at home mom, wife, and Christian
I want – to always strive to be better, stronger, healthier…
Where are you from? Hydro, OK
When did you become a member of ReFuel? March 2017
What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Mostly spend time with family and friends. My 3 kiddos keep me pretty busy.
When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? When I woke up sore, but was still excited and looking forward to going back to workout that day. Also when I realized how many people were “on my side”.
What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I’m starting to like snatches!! They are fast pace, but work both arms and legs.
What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? I despise wallballs!! They drain me quick. Box jumps are pretty high on the least favorite list as well. Mind over matter gets me every time.
What would your perfect WOD look like? 10 clean and jerks, run 200m, 10 snatches, run 200m, 10 squat clean, and 30 ab mat sit ups
What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Get up on the wall for handstand pushups.
What motivates you during a workout? Others!! Being competitive and wanting to beat others, hearing the people along side me cheering for me to just keep pushing.
What’s something we may not know about you? I love to travel and try new things.
What advice would you give someone just starting? Come in ready to work your ass off! Forget anything you “think you may know about weight lifting”, and have an open mind about learning new movements and technique.
What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? I have a ton, but I want to master toes to bar and pull ups.
Fill in the blank:
I like – food! Most all food
I eat – too much, too often.
I do – enjoy anything outdoors
I am – a stay at home mom, wife, and Christian
I want – to always strive to be better, stronger, healthier…
July - Mike Kaiser
Name: Mike Kaiser
Where are you from? Covington, OK
When did you become a member of ReFuel? May 2017
What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Work and hang out with my family.
When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? When I saw changes in my wife from going (not only physically) her outlook, attitude, and excitement about it.
What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Deadlift because it is mindless
What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Front squats – makes me feel weak.
What would your perfect WOD look like? Run 400m then 3 rounds for time of 20 ab mat sit ups, 20 pull ups, and 20 push ups with a cash out of 10 strict press @75% 1 rep max
What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Snatch squat
What motivates you during a workout? Competition – seeing everyone around me go as hard as they can.
What’s something we may not know about you? I love my job, hunting, OU football, and can eat as much as someone that weighs twice as much as me.
What advice would you give someone just starting? Give it a month – stick with it and don’t give up!
What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? Continue to grow stronger and faster.
Fill in the blank:
I like – camping with my family
I eat – everything
I do – whatever my wife tells me to
I am – pretty blessed
I want – to have more time in the day to spend with my family!
Where are you from? Covington, OK
When did you become a member of ReFuel? May 2017
What do you do when you’re not at CrossFit? Work and hang out with my family.
When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? When I saw changes in my wife from going (not only physically) her outlook, attitude, and excitement about it.
What is your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Deadlift because it is mindless
What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Front squats – makes me feel weak.
What would your perfect WOD look like? Run 400m then 3 rounds for time of 20 ab mat sit ups, 20 pull ups, and 20 push ups with a cash out of 10 strict press @75% 1 rep max
What is one thing in CrossFit that you never thought you’d be able to do? Snatch squat
What motivates you during a workout? Competition – seeing everyone around me go as hard as they can.
What’s something we may not know about you? I love my job, hunting, OU football, and can eat as much as someone that weighs twice as much as me.
What advice would you give someone just starting? Give it a month – stick with it and don’t give up!
What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? Continue to grow stronger and faster.
Fill in the blank:
I like – camping with my family
I eat – everything
I do – whatever my wife tells me to
I am – pretty blessed
I want – to have more time in the day to spend with my family!
April - Tiffany Harvey
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Name: Tiffany Harvey
Where are you from? I was a military brat growing up, but Enid has become my home. When did you become a member of CrossFit ReFuel? January 2017 What do you do when you're not at CrossFit? Perform at the Gaslight Theatre, play volleyball, volunteer, fundraise, spend time with my 3 kids and my husband. When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? When I stopped worrying about my imperfections and cared more about how strong I was. Kicking my own ass every day and getting stronger has given me the confidence I have always wanted; imperfections and all. What is your favorite WOD/movement and why? Box jumps - they are the one thing I could do from day one, but double unders and power cleans are growing on me. What is your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Anything overhead because my mobility there still sucks. What would your perfect WOD look like? Some combination of Box Jumps, Power Cleans, and Double Unders. What is one thing you've done at CrossFit that you never thought you'd be able to do? Lift more than my body weight. It was a deadlift, but I still didn't think it would be possible. What motivates you during a workout? Blake yelling at me. What is something we might not know about you? I enjoy fundraising and party planning. I'm currently working on the Junior Welfare League Charity Gala as a co-chair. What advice would you give someone just starting CrossFit? Just show up. Even if you are last, or have to scale to what seems to be an embarrassing level, you are still finishing ahead of the people that didn't push themselves to workout today. What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? I have way more than one, but if I have to name just one, it would be to be able to bust out several strict pull-ups with ease. Fill in the blank: I like - red wine. I eat - horribly, but hope I can fix that soon. I do - love ReFuel. It's one of the best things that ever happened to me. I am - excited to get to do my first competition. I want - a glass of wine right now. |
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April - Brett Russell
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Name: Brett Russell
Where are you from? Born in Texas, but living in Oklahoma most of my life. When did you become a member of CrossFit ReFuel? December 5, 2016. What do you do when you're not at CrossFit? Baseball and school When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? After coming to multiple Saturday WODs. What's your favorite WOD/movement and why? Not one particular movement, but any chipper workout I enjoy. What's your least favorite WOD/movement and why? Anything with thrusters What would your perfect WOD look like? Lots of cardio in a long chipper What's one thing you've done at CrossFit you never thought you'd be able to do? Muscle ups What motivates you during your workouts? Getting up before everyone knowing I'm getting better while everyone is sleeping. What is something about yourself we might not know? I am a decent artist and I want to go to college for a degree in physical therapy. What advice would you give to someone just starting CrossFit? Just get into it and learn as much as you can as quick as you can. What is one goal you have for yourself in CrossFit? Go to Regionals Fill in the blank: I like - root beer floats I eat - everything I do - lots of physical activity I am - 16 years old I want - to be a collegiate baseball player |
March - Janae Shafer
Name- Janae Shafer
Where are you from-Alva, OK
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? November 2015
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit?
Golf with the boyfriend and hangout with my dog. (I'm real cool like that)
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you?
When it challenged me and pushed me to want to be better and stronger.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why?
I love Annie because it's a quick little workout and my abs are always sore after. Soreness = success (6 pack here I come) ;)
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why?
Hate rowing. It sucks!!
What would your perfect WOD look like?
Probably something with running, pull-ups, and sit-ups,
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do-
Hmm... I'll get back to you on that ;)
What motivates you during your workouts?
The end, other people, I'm a little competitive.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I have three older sisters.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit?
To stick with it. It's rough at first and hurts, but it's all worth it!
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossfit?
To be stronger and just better at everything!
Fill in the blank:
I like____ (love) beer.
I eat ____Girl Scout Cookies (just polished off a box of Thin Mints as I write this).
I do____ occasionally run. I'm fixing to complete my 15th half marathon in April.
I am____stubborn
I want_____ sexy abs, but I also want another box of Girl Scout Cookies
Where are you from-Alva, OK
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? November 2015
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit?
Golf with the boyfriend and hangout with my dog. (I'm real cool like that)
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you?
When it challenged me and pushed me to want to be better and stronger.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why?
I love Annie because it's a quick little workout and my abs are always sore after. Soreness = success (6 pack here I come) ;)
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why?
Hate rowing. It sucks!!
What would your perfect WOD look like?
Probably something with running, pull-ups, and sit-ups,
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do-
Hmm... I'll get back to you on that ;)
What motivates you during your workouts?
The end, other people, I'm a little competitive.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I have three older sisters.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit?
To stick with it. It's rough at first and hurts, but it's all worth it!
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossfit?
To be stronger and just better at everything!
Fill in the blank:
I like____ (love) beer.
I eat ____Girl Scout Cookies (just polished off a box of Thin Mints as I write this).
I do____ occasionally run. I'm fixing to complete my 15th half marathon in April.
I am____stubborn
I want_____ sexy abs, but I also want another box of Girl Scout Cookies
March - Ryan Dickson
Name- Ryan Dickson
Where are you from-Enid, OK
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? November 2016
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit?
Work
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you?
When my wife told me I like CrossFit
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why?
Deadlifts because they are heavy.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why?
Anything involving an overhead squat because they are impossible to do.
What would your perfect WOD look like?
Deadlifts and rowing
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do-
Be comfortable around large groups of people.
What motivates you during your workouts?
The other members and knowing I'm getting better with every painful rep.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? It's a secret.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit?
Just starting out - keep showing up and giving effort. You will feel better and better.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossfit?
I'd like to be able to do an overhead squat.
Fill in the blank:
I like____ going on vacation.
I eat ____like a starving hippopotamus with a sweet tooth.
I am____ really out of shape, but want to continue to feel healthy.
Where are you from-Enid, OK
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? November 2016
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit?
Work
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you?
When my wife told me I like CrossFit
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why?
Deadlifts because they are heavy.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why?
Anything involving an overhead squat because they are impossible to do.
What would your perfect WOD look like?
Deadlifts and rowing
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do-
Be comfortable around large groups of people.
What motivates you during your workouts?
The other members and knowing I'm getting better with every painful rep.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? It's a secret.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit?
Just starting out - keep showing up and giving effort. You will feel better and better.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossfit?
I'd like to be able to do an overhead squat.
Fill in the blank:
I like____ going on vacation.
I eat ____like a starving hippopotamus with a sweet tooth.
I am____ really out of shape, but want to continue to feel healthy.
February - Shaye Reilly
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Name- Shaye Reilly
Where are you from-Enid, OK When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? Prior to Levi and Brittney getting affiliated; we did a shit ton of Tabata in her garage What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Work; thats all! When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? When I started to look amazing naked! What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Anything that does not include box jumps or wall-balls...oh wait, I do love HSPU! What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? OHS, because they blow What would your perfect WOD look like? Team WOD or helping another member finish What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- Pull-Up What motivates you during your workouts? I'm not easily motivated so maybe Brittney or Cody secretly watching me and then screaming at me when I don't think they are watching. What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I have zero competitive nature...like less than zero. Even lower than that...maybe that's why #Crossfit works for me? What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Wear Deodorant; please. What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossfit? Mastering Double Unders Fill in the blank: I like____ wine. I eat ____whatever I want. I am____ sarcastic and condescending. Sorry, not sorry. Oh and I have little to no filter. |
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February - Payton Bishop
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Name- Payton Bishop
Where are you from-Enid When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? October 2016 What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? I work at TSC Environmental When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? When I saw the competitive side of it. You can always see how you stack up against everyone. What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Probably muscle ups, I felt pretty accomplished when I got my first one not many people I know can do them. What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Double unders, they are the most frustrating thing because they slow down my WODS so much that I can't be competitive RX. What would your perfect WOD look like? Anything that does not have overhead squat, double unders or pistols. What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- Squat snatch What motivates you during your workouts? Trying to beat Casey in a WOD What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I currently hold a 3 handicap in golf.⛳️ What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? You don't have to get in shape before crossfit, just go do it!! It is a great place to meet new people What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossfit? Beat Casey on a regular basis Fill in the blank: I like____ warm weather I eat ____whatever my lovely wife prepares for dinner I am____ happily married and a father of an English bulldog I want____ to win the lottery....$ |
Jayde Ray - January
Name Jayde Ray
Where are you from- Ulysses, KS
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? Sept 2015
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Home improvement projects with my husband.
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? When I was unable to stay motivated with working out. I couldn't get consistent workouts in and was looking for structure.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Running, wallballs, box jumps. I'm not sure, I'm slightly crazy I guess.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Pull ups. My upper body strength just isn't quite there yet.
What would your perfect WOD look like?
800 m buy in
3 rounds
21 wallballs
15 box jumps
9 push ups
800 m buy out
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- More than 100# shoulder to overhead.
What motivates you during your workouts? Self-image and health
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I'm working on being less dependent of the scale.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Stay positive, find a class you love, and give it a minimum of 6 months. And of course, try out 5:30 a.m. we workout before we are awake enough for our brains to say not to
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? Actually touch the ceiling when rope climbing!
Fill in the blank:
I like staying active.
I eat almost everything
I do love my 5:30 people
I am an orange bleeding, pistols firing, Cowboy loving OSU fan!
I want to continue to build my relationship with fitness.
Where are you from- Ulysses, KS
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? Sept 2015
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Home improvement projects with my husband.
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? When I was unable to stay motivated with working out. I couldn't get consistent workouts in and was looking for structure.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Running, wallballs, box jumps. I'm not sure, I'm slightly crazy I guess.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Pull ups. My upper body strength just isn't quite there yet.
What would your perfect WOD look like?
800 m buy in
3 rounds
21 wallballs
15 box jumps
9 push ups
800 m buy out
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- More than 100# shoulder to overhead.
What motivates you during your workouts? Self-image and health
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I'm working on being less dependent of the scale.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Stay positive, find a class you love, and give it a minimum of 6 months. And of course, try out 5:30 a.m. we workout before we are awake enough for our brains to say not to
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? Actually touch the ceiling when rope climbing!
Fill in the blank:
I like staying active.
I eat almost everything
I do love my 5:30 people
I am an orange bleeding, pistols firing, Cowboy loving OSU fan!
I want to continue to build my relationship with fitness.
Josh Schmig - January
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Name- Josh Schmig
Where are you from- Fairview When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel?July 7th What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Work, go to school and spend time with my wife When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? After the first workout What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? I like power cleans What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Burpees What would your perfect WOD look like? It would probably have a deadlift/clean/jerk complex in it What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- a hspu What motivates you during your workouts? Just trying to push myself until I cant anymore What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I am originally from pennsylvania What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? It may be rough at first and you think you can't make it but if you push yourself every day you will see results and that will make all of the suffering worth it What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? I want to lose 20 more pounds and be the fittest I have ever been in my life Fill in the blank I like proving that people are wrong about me I eat ketoish I do crossfit I am a hard worker I want to be the best me |
Cherokey Holdeman - November
Name- Cherokey Holdeman
Where are you from- Enid, OK
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? September 2016
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? I help out with the Drummond boys basketball team.
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? At foundations when I did an "easy" workout and almost passed out.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Jackie because I made the leader board with that WOD and pullups because they make me feel strong.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Karen because wallballs suck! Also overhead squats because they're my weakness.
What would your perfect WOD look like? 400 m row, 30 situps, 20 pushups, 10 pullups. 3 rounds for time
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- chest to bar pullups.
What motivates you during your workouts? Knowing that everyday I'm getting better and getting more prepared for US Coast Guard bootcamp.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I'm extremely competitive and way too hard on myself.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Make goals for yourself and work towards those goals everyday.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? Muscle ups!
Fill in the blank:
I like _____ the ocean!
I eat_____ clean most of the time. I can get after some pizza though.
I do____ enjoy scuba diving.
I am____ an only child.
I want ____ to thank my Crossfit Refuel family for the support! You guys are awesome!
Where are you from- Enid, OK
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? September 2016
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? I help out with the Drummond boys basketball team.
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? At foundations when I did an "easy" workout and almost passed out.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Jackie because I made the leader board with that WOD and pullups because they make me feel strong.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Karen because wallballs suck! Also overhead squats because they're my weakness.
What would your perfect WOD look like? 400 m row, 30 situps, 20 pushups, 10 pullups. 3 rounds for time
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- chest to bar pullups.
What motivates you during your workouts? Knowing that everyday I'm getting better and getting more prepared for US Coast Guard bootcamp.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I'm extremely competitive and way too hard on myself.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Make goals for yourself and work towards those goals everyday.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? Muscle ups!
Fill in the blank:
I like _____ the ocean!
I eat_____ clean most of the time. I can get after some pizza though.
I do____ enjoy scuba diving.
I am____ an only child.
I want ____ to thank my Crossfit Refuel family for the support! You guys are awesome!
Blake Walker - November
Name - Blake walker
Where are you from? Sapulpa ok
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel - 4months ago
What do you do when you’re not at crossfit? Spend time with family / work
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? After my first class
What’s your favorite WOD/ Movement and why? Squat snatch Because I want to get better at it and I can see improvements
What is your least favorite WOD/ Movement and why? Double unders Because of rope whips on my arms
What would your perfect WOD look like? It would look something like Elizabeth
What is one thing you’ve done at crossfit that you thought you’d never be able to do? Bar muscle up
What motivates you during your workouts? To get better and keep up with my peers
What is something about yourself we might not know? When I started working out and eating clean I was at 202 lbs and I lost 30 lbs in 60 days
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Keep going the pain is temporary
What is one goal that you have for yourself in CrossFit? To be able to rx every workout
I like…………….To spend time with my family
I eat…………….. Keto
I do………………. My best most of the time
I am…………………Trying to be a better person every day
I want…………………To be the best I can possibly be
Where are you from? Sapulpa ok
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel - 4months ago
What do you do when you’re not at crossfit? Spend time with family / work
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? After my first class
What’s your favorite WOD/ Movement and why? Squat snatch Because I want to get better at it and I can see improvements
What is your least favorite WOD/ Movement and why? Double unders Because of rope whips on my arms
What would your perfect WOD look like? It would look something like Elizabeth
What is one thing you’ve done at crossfit that you thought you’d never be able to do? Bar muscle up
What motivates you during your workouts? To get better and keep up with my peers
What is something about yourself we might not know? When I started working out and eating clean I was at 202 lbs and I lost 30 lbs in 60 days
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Keep going the pain is temporary
What is one goal that you have for yourself in CrossFit? To be able to rx every workout
I like…………….To spend time with my family
I eat…………….. Keto
I do………………. My best most of the time
I am…………………Trying to be a better person every day
I want…………………To be the best I can possibly be
October - Heather Russell
Name- Heather Russell Where are you from- Prague, Ok
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? May 10,2016
What do you do when you’re: not at Crossfit? I teach 4th grade at Kremlin-Hillsdale, I chase my Sophomore around to different baseball diamonds, I cheer on OSU and St. Louis Cardinals and I read!
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? I watched one session while I was considering joining and I knew I wanted some of the Kool-Aid!
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Probably Cleans. I feel like I understand it and it doesn't frustrate me.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Well Running for sure! But as far as lifting probably any type of snatch. I'm not very good at them! What would your perfect WOD look like? Something that involves cleans, abmat sit ups and wall balls.
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- Everything! I never thought I would feel like an athlete!
What motivates you during your workouts? I love being able to tell my family each day about new accomplishments (they are so supportive), and I like all the encouragement from friends at the box.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I seriously hate Mondays (like for real), and I sometimes have very low self-confidence when it comes to crossfit, and I don't like talking in front of large groups of people.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Just do it! It is seriously life changing and scalable to every age and level!
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? To break my fear of box jumps and to become a better runner!
Fill in the blank:
I like……………..BOOKS
I eat…………. pickles every day
I do……………….crossfit
I am………………an athlete (I love this one)
I want………………….to break my addiction of weighing(scale)
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? May 10,2016
What do you do when you’re: not at Crossfit? I teach 4th grade at Kremlin-Hillsdale, I chase my Sophomore around to different baseball diamonds, I cheer on OSU and St. Louis Cardinals and I read!
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? I watched one session while I was considering joining and I knew I wanted some of the Kool-Aid!
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Probably Cleans. I feel like I understand it and it doesn't frustrate me.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Well Running for sure! But as far as lifting probably any type of snatch. I'm not very good at them! What would your perfect WOD look like? Something that involves cleans, abmat sit ups and wall balls.
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- Everything! I never thought I would feel like an athlete!
What motivates you during your workouts? I love being able to tell my family each day about new accomplishments (they are so supportive), and I like all the encouragement from friends at the box.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I seriously hate Mondays (like for real), and I sometimes have very low self-confidence when it comes to crossfit, and I don't like talking in front of large groups of people.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Just do it! It is seriously life changing and scalable to every age and level!
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? To break my fear of box jumps and to become a better runner!
Fill in the blank:
I like……………..BOOKS
I eat…………. pickles every day
I do……………….crossfit
I am………………an athlete (I love this one)
I want………………….to break my addiction of weighing(scale)
October - Bryan Bishop
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September - Elizabeth Dickson
Where are you from- Anadarko, Ok
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? Started on day one!
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Hang out with my hubby and kids- they're my favorite!
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? After the first week! I quit being terrified to show up at class and instead starting being excited to get in the box- that's when I knew I'd stick with it long term.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Back squat/Front squat/ Air squat... because my ass needs to match my sass
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Snatch... Because it intimidates me! I'm working on my confidence with this lift.
What would your perfect WOD look like?
800m run
21-15-9
Pullups
Box jumps or burpees
Front squat
800m run
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- Pullups/ Chest to Bar pullups!!
What motivates you during your workouts? I don't really know. I'm usually just telling myself to finish now and die later!
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I'm really hard on myself and I don't easily forgive myself when I don't meet my own expectations.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Keep coming, even when it sucks! It'll change your life!! It has been so good for my mind, my spirit, and my body!
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossfit? I need to learn to string together double unders, Toes to bar, and pull ups!
Fill in the blank:
I like all kinds of music!
I eat clean, most of the time.
I do too much! I never have a rest day, but I don't really mind!
I am a neat freak at home but my car is usually a diaster!
I want to set a good example for my kids and others.
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? Started on day one!
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Hang out with my hubby and kids- they're my favorite!
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? After the first week! I quit being terrified to show up at class and instead starting being excited to get in the box- that's when I knew I'd stick with it long term.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Back squat/Front squat/ Air squat... because my ass needs to match my sass
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Snatch... Because it intimidates me! I'm working on my confidence with this lift.
What would your perfect WOD look like?
800m run
21-15-9
Pullups
Box jumps or burpees
Front squat
800m run
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- Pullups/ Chest to Bar pullups!!
What motivates you during your workouts? I don't really know. I'm usually just telling myself to finish now and die later!
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I'm really hard on myself and I don't easily forgive myself when I don't meet my own expectations.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Keep coming, even when it sucks! It'll change your life!! It has been so good for my mind, my spirit, and my body!
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossfit? I need to learn to string together double unders, Toes to bar, and pull ups!
Fill in the blank:
I like all kinds of music!
I eat clean, most of the time.
I do too much! I never have a rest day, but I don't really mind!
I am a neat freak at home but my car is usually a diaster!
I want to set a good example for my kids and others.
September - Jennie Scott
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Where are you from-Enid
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? Last September What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Transport children to little league sports and grow veggies. When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? The first time I attended class-the workout was rigorous enough for me to feel accomplished and the gym had a very supportive feel to it. What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Toes to Bar and squat cleans, because I can do them! What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Snatches and thrusters - because they are weaknesses What would your perfect WOD look like? 800 M buy in, then 25 cleans, 25 toes to bar, 25 front rack lunges, 25 pull-ups What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do - pull-ups What motivates you during your workouts? At the beginning I want to see how much I can push myself, then after the halfway mark, I just want to finish strong (or just finish). What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I can be painfully shy around a lot of new people. What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Listen to the coaches and keep doing it! What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? I would love to compete in the rx division of a comp. Fill in the blank: I love teaching. I eat pretty healthy. I do not miss city traffic. I am trying to raise confident, independent children. I want to see as many places as I can! |
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August - Nicole Adams
Name-Nichole Adams
Where are you from-Covington, live in Enid now.
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? Since day one! So around September I think of 2015.
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Work or hang out with friends and family
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? I realized after the first couple of days. It felt good pushing myself and everyone was so friendly and helpful. I felt completely comfortable.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? I would have to say the dead lift is my favorite because I can lift the most weight on that lift.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? I still refuse to do box jumps since I bruised my tailbone the first time I tried. Maybe one day I'll work up the courage to try again.
What would your perfect WOD look like? Ummm probably 21-15-9 of dead lifts and power cleans. (Those are my favorite.)
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- I would have never thought I would be able to flip upside down on the wall and hold my body weight up.
What motivates you during your workouts? I just want to be better than I was the day before.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? This is a hard question, I'm kind of boring but wounds really fascinate me and I plan on going to wound care school in the future so I can be a wound care nurse.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Hang in there and just compete against yourself. Also keep and open mind, you never know what you're capable of without trying.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? I can't wait until I can do pull ups!
Fill in the blank:
I like to read.
I eat way too much 🙂
I do enjoy running even though I'm bad at it.
I am not good at talking about myself.
I want some pizza at the moment, just struggling with this challenge
Where are you from-Covington, live in Enid now.
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? Since day one! So around September I think of 2015.
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Work or hang out with friends and family
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? I realized after the first couple of days. It felt good pushing myself and everyone was so friendly and helpful. I felt completely comfortable.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? I would have to say the dead lift is my favorite because I can lift the most weight on that lift.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? I still refuse to do box jumps since I bruised my tailbone the first time I tried. Maybe one day I'll work up the courage to try again.
What would your perfect WOD look like? Ummm probably 21-15-9 of dead lifts and power cleans. (Those are my favorite.)
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- I would have never thought I would be able to flip upside down on the wall and hold my body weight up.
What motivates you during your workouts? I just want to be better than I was the day before.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? This is a hard question, I'm kind of boring but wounds really fascinate me and I plan on going to wound care school in the future so I can be a wound care nurse.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Hang in there and just compete against yourself. Also keep and open mind, you never know what you're capable of without trying.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? I can't wait until I can do pull ups!
Fill in the blank:
I like to read.
I eat way too much 🙂
I do enjoy running even though I'm bad at it.
I am not good at talking about myself.
I want some pizza at the moment, just struggling with this challenge
August - Arch Haymaker
Name-Arch Haymaker
Where are you from- Enid
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? November of 2015, but didn't really stick to it until January of 16
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Work, I own Mack's Transmission. Spend time with my amazing wife Dawnella and my step daughters. Ride my Harley, and hunt.
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? when I started feeling stronger and realized the people actually care for one another as a family.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Back Squat or Power Clean. Because I feel confident in them.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Rowing. Rowing sucks.
What would your perfect WOD look like? Deadlifts, cleans, jerks.
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- chest to bars
What motivates you during your workouts? Chasing Mike Long and Levi
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I have battled my whole life with shyness and self confidence. (I kind of overcompensate)
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Listen to your coaches and don't quit in the first two weeks.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? 225 power clean and a stupid muscle up.
Fill in the blank:
I like_______________My wife and my Harley
I eat________________meat and veggies
I do________________enjoy being a dad more than I thought I would.
I am________________a Haymaker. Enough said.
I want ______________to retire in the Hill country of Texas and cook BBQ and ride my Harley everyday. And to lose 30lbs!
Where are you from- Enid
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? November of 2015, but didn't really stick to it until January of 16
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Work, I own Mack's Transmission. Spend time with my amazing wife Dawnella and my step daughters. Ride my Harley, and hunt.
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? when I started feeling stronger and realized the people actually care for one another as a family.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Back Squat or Power Clean. Because I feel confident in them.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Rowing. Rowing sucks.
What would your perfect WOD look like? Deadlifts, cleans, jerks.
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- chest to bars
What motivates you during your workouts? Chasing Mike Long and Levi
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I have battled my whole life with shyness and self confidence. (I kind of overcompensate)
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Listen to your coaches and don't quit in the first two weeks.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? 225 power clean and a stupid muscle up.
Fill in the blank:
I like_______________My wife and my Harley
I eat________________meat and veggies
I do________________enjoy being a dad more than I thought I would.
I am________________a Haymaker. Enough said.
I want ______________to retire in the Hill country of Texas and cook BBQ and ride my Harley everyday. And to lose 30lbs!
July - Shea Pulis
Name- Shea Pulis
Where are you from- Broken Arrow & Enid
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? March 2016
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Spend money on unnecessary things, teach 4th grade, pet my animals, travel, eat Taco Bell
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? I got tired of working out in a "normal gym" where most of my time was spent walking to & from the water fountain or socializing. I knew I needed a change to challenge my body & mind.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? I think my favorite WOD is Annie bc it's not too hard while you're doing it, but you're so sore after! My favorite movement is probably a heavy power clean.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? BURPEES, is that even a question? Heavy thrusters are a close second, though.
What would your perfect WOD look like? My perfect WOD would be 3 rounds for time: 400m run, 15 box jumps, 9 heavy power cleans
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do? Crossfit in general is something I thought I could never do, but my most recent success is a wall walk. I never thought I could hold my body weight upside down in a handstand!
What motivates you during your workouts? Beating other people
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? Mushrooms are my favorite food.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Everything is scalable and you're already better than you think you are.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in Crossfit? Toes to Bar
Fill in the blank:
I like spending time with my niece, Addison.
I eat tacos, duh.
I do love my dog.
I am a teacher.
I want children.
Where are you from- Broken Arrow & Enid
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? March 2016
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Spend money on unnecessary things, teach 4th grade, pet my animals, travel, eat Taco Bell
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? I got tired of working out in a "normal gym" where most of my time was spent walking to & from the water fountain or socializing. I knew I needed a change to challenge my body & mind.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? I think my favorite WOD is Annie bc it's not too hard while you're doing it, but you're so sore after! My favorite movement is probably a heavy power clean.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? BURPEES, is that even a question? Heavy thrusters are a close second, though.
What would your perfect WOD look like? My perfect WOD would be 3 rounds for time: 400m run, 15 box jumps, 9 heavy power cleans
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do? Crossfit in general is something I thought I could never do, but my most recent success is a wall walk. I never thought I could hold my body weight upside down in a handstand!
What motivates you during your workouts? Beating other people
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? Mushrooms are my favorite food.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Everything is scalable and you're already better than you think you are.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in Crossfit? Toes to Bar
Fill in the blank:
I like spending time with my niece, Addison.
I eat tacos, duh.
I do love my dog.
I am a teacher.
I want children.
Blake Gibson - July
Name- Blake Gibson
Where are you from- Enid, America
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? January 2016
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Motorcycles. Attorney. Lift weights.
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? When I started to do things I couldn't do before. I was decently strong to begin, but refuel made me step out of my comfort zone and work on more aspects of my fitness.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Deadlifts and squats because I've been doing them for years.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Muscle ups. Because I can't put on together...yet.
What would your perfect WOD look like? 16.4 without the hspu (55 225# deadlifts, 55 wall balls, 55 calorie row. Although I want to try it again because I could do hspu then, and I can now. See those improvements I mentioned above?)
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- handstand push-ups. It took everything I had to get one in the open and now I can do several.
What motivates you during your workouts? My teammates. The best part of Crossfit is the the sense of community and everyone pushes everyone to be their best.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? Confession time. I have power lifted for a few years and was one of the biggest doubters of Crossfit. Even when I started I was skeptical. But it did not take me long to buy in. The coaches, the friends you make, and the results sold me. I still powerlift, but my overall fitness has benefitted tenfold because of Crossfit.
I also considered becoming a priest and spent two months at a seminary in Rome when I was 17.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Become involved and don't measure yourself against others. If you can't do a movement today doesn't mean you won't be able to later. Keep working and it will come. Trust me, I've been there.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? When I started I just wanted to cut some weight. But now I would like to place in a comp.
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I like riding motorcycles and spending time with my beautiful bride, Renah.
I eat paleo now.
I do love all the people I've met at refuel.
I am a big teddy bear. (Renah helped with this answer)
I want to personally thank all of the coaches. You all put so much time and energy into the wods, into helping everyone, and into being genuinely good people. It does not go unnoticed.
Where are you from- Enid, America
When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? January 2016
What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Motorcycles. Attorney. Lift weights.
When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? When I started to do things I couldn't do before. I was decently strong to begin, but refuel made me step out of my comfort zone and work on more aspects of my fitness.
What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Deadlifts and squats because I've been doing them for years.
What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Muscle ups. Because I can't put on together...yet.
What would your perfect WOD look like? 16.4 without the hspu (55 225# deadlifts, 55 wall balls, 55 calorie row. Although I want to try it again because I could do hspu then, and I can now. See those improvements I mentioned above?)
What is one thing you've done at crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do- handstand push-ups. It took everything I had to get one in the open and now I can do several.
What motivates you during your workouts? My teammates. The best part of Crossfit is the the sense of community and everyone pushes everyone to be their best.
What Is something about yourself that we might not know? Confession time. I have power lifted for a few years and was one of the biggest doubters of Crossfit. Even when I started I was skeptical. But it did not take me long to buy in. The coaches, the friends you make, and the results sold me. I still powerlift, but my overall fitness has benefitted tenfold because of Crossfit.
I also considered becoming a priest and spent two months at a seminary in Rome when I was 17.
What advice would you give to someone just starting crossfit? Become involved and don't measure yourself against others. If you can't do a movement today doesn't mean you won't be able to later. Keep working and it will come. Trust me, I've been there.
What is one goal that you have for yourself in crossft? When I started I just wanted to cut some weight. But now I would like to place in a comp.
Fill in the blank:
I like riding motorcycles and spending time with my beautiful bride, Renah.
I eat paleo now.
I do love all the people I've met at refuel.
I am a big teddy bear. (Renah helped with this answer)
I want to personally thank all of the coaches. You all put so much time and energy into the wods, into helping everyone, and into being genuinely good people. It does not go unnoticed.
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Name -Esther Fischer
Where are you from? Grew up in Sapulpa, OK but Enid has always seemed like home because I have a lot of family here and spent my childhood summers here. When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? I started the introductory class on March 21, 2016. What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? I have worked at DHS for 19 years, been married to Kelly for 16 years, have an awesome son, Kellyn, who is 11. I am active at my church, Willow View UMC, and help care for my mother who just turned 84. When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? I became interested in Crossfit because of Ashley Kiper, who I know through church. I was amazed at her transformation and love to see her energy. I have always felt a little intimidated by people who are athletic as I never have been. I love that I don't feel judged and everyone is so encouraging and helpful. What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why ?I love the back squat, front squat, and deadlift because I feel like it is something I am able to do. What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? Anything over the head or using upper body strength is really tough still so that is probably my least favorite. What would your perfect WOD look like? My perfect WOD would probably involve kettleball, front squats, and ring rows. What is one thing you've done at Crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do? Just about everything at Crossfit I never thought I would be doing. What is something about yourself that we might not know? The first session I couldn't run 200 meters without stopping to walk and catch my breath. I can run 400 now without stopping so I can see improvement. The coaches are great, the others working out are very encouraging, always willing to help me push through to the end of the workout. Now that I am in my 40's, I am starting to feel more confident in who I am, but I have had to start being the parent to my mother in a sense and that has been strange. What advice would you give to someone just starting Crossfit? Advice for someone wanting to start CF: Just do it! I am doing things I never thought I would and I have seen a lot of improvement in just a couple of months. If I can, you can too. What is one goal that you have for yourself in Crossfit? I am not sure how, but I am going to jump up on one of those boxes someday! I like spending time with my family. I eat a lot of things I shouldn't. I do enjoy singing in the church choir. I am short. I want to travel as much as possible. |
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Name- Brady Nichols
Where are you from- Fairview, Ok When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? Feb. 2016 What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? Spend time with my amazing wife and daughter, and farm. When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? After the foundation class we repeated the first WOD and I had cut my time in half in just 3 weeks. My energy up and my self-confidence was rising. What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? Back squat is my favorite movement because I haven't been able to ever squat much weight but now that I have learned the right technique I really enjoy them. What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? My least favorite is burpees because it's self-explanatory, they suck. What would your perfect WOD look like? Any WOD that I have the Crossfit refuel family supporting me and pushing me to do my best. What is one thing you've done at Crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do? Crossfit in itself What motivates you during your workouts? Everyone supporting me. And trying to beat Kaitlyn What is something about yourself that we might not know? I drive 45 minutes to Crossfit What advice would you give to someone just starting Crossfit? Don't let the word Crossfit scare you. It's not all what you see on TV. Yes, it is intense but it's all scalable to each and everyone's own ability. And the support system you have with Crossfit - it's not just a gym it's more a family. What is one goal that you have for yourself in Crossfit? To do a pull-up and just be in all around better physical health. Fill in the blank: I like to drink beer and spend time with family I eat sweets I do Crossfit because I like sweets and beer I am motivated to be the best version of myself for my family. I want to be someone my daughter can look up to. |
Sabrina Dierksen - MayName-Sabrina Dierksen
Where are you from-Enid, OK When did you become a member of CrossFit Refuel? During boot camp September 2015 What do you do when you're not at CrossFit? I raise 4 year old twins, I’m an athletic trainer and help my husband with his Construction Company and farming. Yes, I can even drive a giant 4-wheel drive tractor. When did you realize CrossFit was right for you? After the first month I was sleeping better and my energy level was back up. I was seeing faster results than with any other program I’ve tried and the coaches are amazing! And we became family! What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? My favorite WOD was the WOD with Warriors 2015 I don’t remember many of the movements, but I did my first box jumps and the WOD gave me a since of pride to complete it for all of our military men and women. My favorite move is burpees! I’m short, so they are easy! What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? My least favorite WOD was the open 16.1, it’s probably the closest I have come to puking. And I despise wall balls because I’m short! What would your perfect WOD look like? 21-15-9 Clean & Jerk, Burpees, Kettlebell swings, box jumps What is one thing you've done at CrossFit that you thought you'd never be able to do-handstands! I can’t do a handstand push up yet, but I will! What motivates you during your workouts? My teammates, coaches and my kids. What is something about yourself that we might not know? I used to be a rodeo queen! What advice would you give to someone just starting CrossFit? Just start! It’s not what you see on TV at the Games. Every move and every weight is scalable. CrossFit will help you in every aspect of your life, physically, mentally and emotionally. You learn to work hard, push through difficult situations and be proud of your accomplishments. You gain a very supportive family in the process. What is one goal that you have for yourself in CrossFit? To do a handstand push up because it’s the only thing left that I swore I would never try or do! Fill in the blank: I like to go to the lake in the summer and wakeboard! I eat dark chocolate because it’s good for me! I do CrossFit because I eat dark chocolate! I am blessed with a great family, friends and career. I want my kids to grow up strong, sensitive, determined and appreciative! What our coaches say about Sabrina: “Sabrina is my Crossfit mom. She has an answer to everything, and I’m pretty sure she knows everything. Her form is amazing and she gets better every single day!” Brandi Sabrina has a great attitude and is quick to help other people and make everyone feel comfortable. Her willingness to push her limits and work hard is contagious to others and she sets a great example for our athletes! – Casey Sabrina is an awesome encourager! She is the athlete that is always asking what she can do for others. She's the gym mom. She never questions me when I tell her to add weight. She throws on the weight and handles it! -Britt |
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Bruce Ainsworth - MayName - Bruce Christopher Ainsworth
From - Agua Dulce Texas (tiny town near Corpus Christi) (born in Denville, NJ - Jan 19, 1979) Joined Refuel - October 23rd 2015 What I do outside Crossfit – Hanging out with Andrea, Emma and Gabe, Work at Koch, Play Xbox with my Brother in California and my dad in TX When Did I realize Crossfit was right for me – Second WOD in onramp class was a scaled version of Barbara. I was hooked Favorite WOD – Murph on Memorial Day, It’s the least we could do to honor those who sacrificed everything so we can work out and drink beer! Least Favorite WOD– 15.3 its bull$#%^ F@^&*@’ Castro put muscleups first Perfect WOD – Any WOD with Good Friends pushing each other to be their best, I also love a long row or run early on Sunday morning (helps me clear my head for the week) What is one thing you’ve done that you never thought you’d do– Handstand pushups What motivates me – I’m a very competitive person so it doesn’t take much more than the beep, beep, beeeep of the clock What is something about me y’all don’t know about me – The women in our box have inspired me so much. I see you ladies pushing hard and it makes me give 100% every day. Thank you What advice would you give to new Crossfitters - Don’t be afraid to ask for help understanding the movements and SCALE,SCALE,SCALE – Rich Forning says we are all scaling every day, RX is just the guide What is the one goal that you have for yourself – Have fun, no one is making me get up and go to the gym at 5:30am. Being a highly competitive individual I can sometimes lose perspective and take myself way too seriously. I like being lazy on Sundays I eat tacos, guacamole and Mexican beer (don’t forget the lime) I do whatever Andrea and Emma want me to do I am here for anyone who needs help I want my kids to be healthy, happy contributing members of society (So I can buy a big ass sailboat) What our coaches say about Bruce: “Bruce is your all out, guns out crossfitter. He doesn’t make excuses, he comes and gets work done. I’m still waiting for him to get his level 1” Brandi Bruce does an amazing job of helping other athletes in class, even if it interferes with his wod. He’s one of the most dedicated athletes we have, even with an awful cooperating work schedule. He always has bada$$ strong legs. – Casey I can always count on Bruce to help out and be a role model to the athletes around him. I've also never met anyone more dedicated! Bruce and Wilson really know how to get a WOD done! -Brittney |
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Mike Long - AprilName-Mike Long
Where are you from? I'm from Enid but spent a big part of my growing up in Alaska. When did you become a member of Crossfit Refuel? in the beginning of Refuel there was Mike and it was good. What do you do when you're not at Crossfit? I'm a lieutenant at Enid Fire and an electrician on my days off. I'm also a dad and husband. When did you realize Crossfit was right for you? I realized Crossfit was right for me after many failed attempts to stick to any kind of physical training and getting bored with everything else. I never get bored of CrossFit. What's your favorite WOD/Movement and why? I love all the girl WODS because they are never easy. I get faster but they are always challenging. What's your least favorite WOD/Movement and why? I'm not a big fan of push-ups?? I don't know why I just find them to be miserable. What would your perfect WOD look like? Chipper chipper chipper. I love that when you are finished with a movement you know you don't have to repeat it so you can give it your all. Most importantly to be my perfect WOD there will be a beer waiting for me when I finish the last rep. What is one thing you've done at Crossfit that you thought you'd never be able to do? I never thought that I would be able to work out in a place where it seems like everyone in the BOX truly enjoys each other's company, encourages each other all with zero drama. What motivates you during your workouts? Trying to hang with the badass types like Blake Gibson, Levi Thompson, Bruce, Ashley, Erin. You people push me to be better every day. What Is something about yourself that we might not know? I once fell out of an airplane and broke both my arms. What advice would you give to someone just starting Crossfit? My advice for a new person would be not to compete with anyone else. Be better today than you were yesterday. Don't let that ego get in the way. What is one goal that you have for yourself in Crossfit? My goal is to get better not older. Fill in the blank I Like. My days off work I eat. Some bad things but I'm getting better I do. Whatever I want, as long as my wife says it's ok. I Am. A Fighter I want. To be a good example to my children for healthy living. What our coaches have to say about Mike…… Mike is a team player and encourager. Once he sets his mind to something, he strives for it. Mike is a great asset to the Refuel team! – Brit Mike is a big supporter to everyone in the gym. He’s always welcoming to visitors and new comers that join. Mike always comes in ready to work and kick the wods a$$! – Casey Mike always has a smile on his face, ready to do work. He’s a team player and keeps the atmosphere fun and encouraging. – Brandi |
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