About Steve Rakow

Steve's amazing life transformation occured in 2006 when he committed to getting into the best shape of his life utilizing CrossFit training and the Zone diet.  Today, he trains others so they too may come to know what it is to feel great and to live life to its fullest.  Steve has the following CrossFit Certifications:

*Level 2 Trainer (March 2008)

(Prior to the revised CrossFit training structure in late 2007, Steve had received his Level 2 certificate in March 2007 and his Level 3 in Sept 2007)

*Basic Barbell (July 2007)

*Olympic Lifting (March 2008)

*Running and Endurance (Jan 2008)

*Gymnastics (Dec 2008)

*Rowing (Jan 2009)

In addition, Steve has 20 years of experience leading Marines as a Marine Officer (active and reserve/LtCol USMCR ret).  Steve graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1987 and received his JD from Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University in 1996.

Steve, 43, is married to Kelley.  Together they have three children.  Steve is also president and co-owner of Rakow Homes, Ltd. and continues to carry on a limited law practice.

You can contact Steve directly at steve@crossfitocmd.com