Success Stories

HAPPY CROSSFITTERS

Steve and Kelley Rakow have cornered the market on motivation and accountability. While CrossFit is fun and effective, these professionals make you feel that workouts are not to be missed. They should be in ink on your calendar. The energy level during each session is high, and their encouragement is over the top!

- Jennifer Irey

It is hard to put into words exactly how differently I feel.  There will always be a division for me – life before CrossFIt and life after CrossFit.  Before – too many negatives to dwell on.  After – focus, purpose, hope and enthusiasm.  My CrossFit program and the people who are CrossFit family, have given me a much more balanced life, and therefore, happiness.  I truly appreciate your dedication and upbeat attitude.  I know you support me and believe in me!  -  Kate Klug

CrossFit:  It's not just a workout, it's a lifestyle.I actually want to workout and wish I could do it daily.  It's addicting!!! I am amazed at how strong and fit I have become. I am in the best shape of my life in both mind and body.  Kelley and Steve Rakow are amazing coaches who truly care for your health and well being. Thank you Kelley and Steve!!  - Shelly Bruder

CF Essentials Successes!

Here are just a few examples of what the CrossFit Essentials participants experienced in 6 weeks:

"CrossFit has given me the jumpstart I needed to get back to a healthy lifestyle.  It has created a drive within me to be competitive with my personal goals."  -Michele Harrington

"I have a sense of accomplishment after every CrossFit workout.  When I get in my car to drive home, I am amazed at what I just did.  That feeling of accomplishment stays with me all day long."  - Darlah Woodley

"I have seen more results with 5 weeks of CrossFit than I saw in five years of crosstraining."  - Lynne Doctor

"I thought I was in pretty good shape and then I started CrossFit.  CrossFit has shown me that I am capable of soooo much more.  My fitness level has improved greatly in just 6 weeks.  I feel so much stronger. I can't wait to see what I will accomplish by the end of May!"  - Lorie Crisanti

I feel confidence coming back that I had missed.  Thank you for that.  The mindset

ANN HASTINGS ON CROSSFIT OC

Kelley-

Thank you for your words of encouragement! I cannot say enough good things about Crossfit and you and Steve. The essentials class was more than awesome - it made me want more and now I think things beyond that initial stage are even greater. The opportunities that you have provided are wonderful - I love having the option to be in a class atmosphere 6 days a week (and it is a huge bargain!!) I also have to say I love the dynamics of the classes - even the new essentials class - I feel like you do a fantastic job of motivating and instructing in a way that "asks" for my best performance , without making me feel as though I can't attain a certain level.  I am also really enjoying how the different buddy systems are working out - how great is it to have someone to do the wod with when not in class!! I am always challenged by the workouts yet truthfully not over-whelmed by them -

It is interesting to me that with crossfit I can't say there is one overall goal I will ever reach - I can see how the goals are continually building and changing and to me that is very exciting.

Thank you for doing such a great job instructing us and inspiring us to be our best!!

I probably will take a rest day tomorrow - maybe some stretching - and possibly if lacrosse is done by three, I'll come by for skill work - thank you for everyhing!

Ann

Christy White's Story

Last summer, my energy level reached an all time low.  I was doing my regular daily runs and staying busy with my family. Something just wasn't right.  Kelley asked me about me food intake.  She quickly pointed out that I wasn't eating enough to support my training goals or my energy requirement.  Kelley helped me look at food from a different perspective - food as energy.  Once I realized the importance of keeping my gas tank full of high quality food, I was liberated from all the diet nonsense.  Kelley directed me to The Zone.  I read the book cover to cover.  Kelley and I figured out food selections based on the foods I liked.  I started to eat 5-6 mini-meals a day.  My energy picked up. Within days, I felt like a new person.   

I have enjoyed running, swimming, step and dance aerobics my whole life.  Cardio alone was no longer keeping my body in the shape I wanted it in.  Kelley and Steve introduced me to CrossFit. I was hooked from the very first workout!  Within a week, I felt stronger.  Within a month, I had biceps and triceps and lean legs.  At two months, my entire body was smaller and tighter. 

I like CrossFit because you never know what the workout of the day will be.  I do my workouts at home.  I do not own a lot of equipment but Kelley has coached me on how to use what I have.  She gears the workouts to my level and a little beyond so I get a terrific workout.  As a result, I have seen results like never before.  If you are lucky enough to live near a CrossFit Affiliate, go to them and have them coach you on how to do the exercises properly. Doing so will enhance the quality of your exercise form as well as your strength.

My husband is very proud of me and all that I have accomplished in the last three months.  So much so that his Marines know I am dedicated to CrossFit and balanced eating.  Recently, my husband and I attended the Marine Corps Birthday Ball.  The highlight of the night was hearing, "Hey, that CrossFit really works!"

I am leaner and meaner than I have ever been.  Short, high intensity CrossFit workouts combined with a balanced eating plan as outlined in The Zone is just what I needed to give me the energy and drive I was longing for.  I am a better person, mom, and wife because I have energy to do all the things I love to do and plenty to spare for my next CrossFit workout!

-Christy White