Name: Greg Lewis

Age: 30

Weight: 77kg

Height: 5'11"

What do you do all day?
For the most part, sit - on the train, at a desk, on the sofa, on my ass.

What is your athletic background?
Athletics at secondary school (sprints, hurdles and high jump) then nothing but the occasional token run for a few years until 2009 when I decided I wanted to have a go at a triathlon (5th last, but I finished!).

What do you believe to be your strengths and weaknesses in the gym?
I probably take more time to catch my breath than I ought to in the middle of a WOD, but now I've recognised this I'm working to change how I push myself.
On the up, my strengths include running, jumping and squatting. Aside from those, I'm always willing to learn new techniques and push myself.

Favourite and Least favourite WOD?
Fav: The Marine
Least fav: Helton (at the moment-this changes every week)

What are your fitness goals?
To be fit, whatever that means.
To me it means I'd like to be able to lift heavier, get at least one muscle-up, get double unders, run/row faster and be able to push myself harder.

What food do you enjoy when you out?
Since being introduced to eating Paleo I've tried to adhere to that as much as possible-not easy with a sweet tooth!

Hobbies?
Films, CrossFit, reading, music, video games and obsessing over my Fight Gone Bad stats!

Why did you choose CrossFit Bath?
I knew I needed to be in better shape, but globo-gyms were providing neither results or the motivation to keep trying. Finding CrossFit Bath was finding a team of coaches who are always determined to see you succeed; who will show you that you are capable beyond your perceived limits and a close and welcoming community of people who will encourage and cheer you on until somebody shouts "TIME!".

What improvements have you made since joining?
Lost weight, gained muscle, found more energy, picked up weights, put them over my head, picked up heavier ones, learned how to pullup, gained calluses, hurt like hell, took three deep breaths, put my hands back on the bar, went back for more.
Never felt better.

What advice would you give to potential new members?
Crossfit is not easy, in fact they'll tell you it gets harder as you get better.
But you will won't find anywhere else like this with a community of coaches and athletes (yes, that includes you) who will always want you to succeed no matter what your goals are. Trust me, you will surprise yourself.

Name: Jon Linkins "Big Jon"

Age: 27

Weight: 109Kg (on a good day)

Height: 6ft 3"

What do you do all day?

I'm a Car Salesman at Nissan Trowbridge

What is your athletic background?

I play a lot of Football. 

Before finding the movement that is CrossFit, I used to do the normal thing of going to the gym and do the same old boring routine of 30 mins on a cross trainer followed by free weights. I love the fact that I don't think I've done the same workout twice yet!!

What do you believe to be your strengths and weaknesses in the gym?

Strengths- Anything involving strength workouts

Weaknesses - My Stamina is shocking!! also my Flexibility could do with a tune-up

What is your favourite and least favourite WOD?

My favourite is ‘Filthy Fifty’;

My least favourite is ‘Merv’. (a mile run after a workout should be illegal!!)

What are your fitness goals?

Improve my overall core strength which is real important on a football field

Improve my flexibility

Definitely improve my stamina

I am determined to get the "hang" (pardon the pun) of these kipping pull-ups

What food do you enjoy when eating out?

I am a big meat eater so usually Steak or Fish

Hobbies?

CrossFit, Football, Socialising with friends

Why did you choose CrossFit Bath?

I was introduced to CrossFit by a mate of mine, and as soon as I did my 1st WOD I was hooked!! 

What improvements have you made since joining?

I've definitely noticed a big difference in such a short time on my strength and stamina

(not to mention that my clothes seem to fit a bit easier now haha!)

What advice would you give to potential new members?

This CrossFit was completely new to me, I had never heard of it before, but I think it's the future of overall body and mind performance as far as im concerned.

Definitely give it a go, and stick with it. The "Atmosphere" in the "Box" is electric and you're surrounded by people who are there to encourage and help you every step of the way.

Within minutes of arriving at my 1st WOD I was introduced to over 20 people who made me feel straight at home.

It's not a "Proud Peacock" gym where you feel intimidated taking weights off the bench, you work to you're own ability and no-one else's. That is why I would recommend Crossfit to anyone and everyone!

Name: Russel Newman

Age: 23

Weight: 50Kg

Height: Not really sure, I think about 5’5

What do you do all day?

Nothing at the moment, I’m still looking for work.

What is your athletic background?

 Before joining Crossfit Bath I went to a couple of gyms on and off for about 6 years.

What do you believe to be your strengths and weaknesses in the gym?

Strengths - Determination and my willingness to give anything a go.

Weaknesses - Flexibility and core strength.

What is your favourite and least favourite WOD?

My favourite is ‘Fran’; my least favourite is ‘Angie’.

What are your fitness goals?

To improve my weak areas; to do at least one muscle-up; complete fifty parallette push-ups unbroken and to complete Fran as Rxd at some point in the future even if it takes me all day.

What food do you enjoy when eating out?

I usually have a steak or a mixed grill.

Hobbies?

CrossFit and playing poker.

Why did you choose CrossFit Bath?

I joined CrossFit Bath because my old exercise routine wasn’t working, I needed a change and after talking to the guys about CrossFit Bath I decided to give it ago. I haven’t been disappointed.

What improvements have you made since joining?

I’ve improved a lot but the most notable change has been in my cardio. 

What advice would you give to potential new members?

 If you’re interested in seriously improving your fitness, what ever your goals are give the guys at CrossFit Bath a call. They’re friendly, knowledgeable and passionate. They want you to succeed and enjoy yourself at the same time.

Age: 41

Height : 5' 7'

Weight : 11 Stone 3 lbs

What do you do all day?

Sit at a desk and stare at a computer screen

What is your athletic background?

Cricket and rugby at school and engineering colege. Tae Kwon Do- Sept 1995-May 2002. A couple of years in a jogging club including a half marathon in 1 hour 45 minutes

What do you believe to be your strengths and weaknesses in the gym?

Strength - Tight form and a good sense of humour

Weakness - Need more upper body strength

Favourite and Least favourite WOD?

Favourite - "Murph" although I havent tried it with a weighted vest yet.I do prefer longer WODS

Least - Anything involving wall ball and walking lunges with an overhead weight.

What are your fitness goals?

I had 6 goals for 2010 and so far I have achieved 5 of them. The one remaining is 2 minutes of double unders - it might be the first one on next years list. I'd also like to be able to do a handstand.

What food do you enjoy when you out?

Cakes and puddings - the less paleo ingredients, the better!

Hobbies?

I enjoy the occasional round of golf. Walking holidays.

Why did you choose CrossFit Bath?

I tried them out as the locaton was convenient as I travelled from work to home. Very quickly I was addicted to the workout methodology and the challenge that each WOD brings. Additionally, I know more people in one month at CrossFit Bath than a number of years at a standard gym in Bristol, as the structure of the classes soon means that you are sharing the pain and encouragement.

What improvements have you made since joining?

Beep test up 4 incriments in 5 months. Notable improvements in physical appearance and major strength improvements.

What advice would you give to potential new members?

Come along, sign up to the intro class. If you are in doubt for any reason, come along have a lok around and chat with one or more of the "trainees" rather than the "trainers"; I am sure our enthusiasm will win you over

Age: 20

Height : 5'5

Weight : 60kg

What do you do all day?

Im a Senior Therapist at a well known spa.

What is your athletic background?

I used to compete in swiming, athletics, and hockey. Once I left education I kept myself fit by going to the gym and do a lot of horse riding.

What do you believe to be your strengths and weaknesses in the gym?

My strengths would be body weight workouts and wall ball, weaknesses would be double unders and rowing!

Favourite and Least favourite WOD?

Most people think I'm mad but my favourite workout has to be FIGHT GONE BAD! I love the fact you are only working on each station for a maximum minute of a time.

Least favourite workout is propably anything with rowing, I tend to forget the names of the workouts I find disguisting as dont like to remember the pain!

What are your fitness goals?

To continue to improve my strength, stamina and speed.

What food do you enjoy when you out?

Really not fussy, usually go for something fresh and tasty but I'm a sucker for deserts!

Hobbies?

When Im not working Im usually at Crossfit, If you dont find me there Il either be horse riding or shopping.

Why did you choose CrossFit Bath?

Ive always dabled in fitness and always been a member of different gyms, about two years ago Adam introduced to me crossfit and never before have I been so hooked.

What improvements have you made since joining?

My fitness has improved immensly

What advice would you give to potential new members?

Dont think you are not capable or fit enough to do crossfit, it is scaled for all individuals. It is a great community where every member and trainer gives their support and encouragment to others. You will never look back once you have made that decision to come down to the box!

Age: 34

Height : 5'4

Weight : 59kg

What do you do all day?

Was a health visitor, currently a stay at home mum to my two young sons (3 and 5). Thus spending much of my day making train tracks, trying to prevent my kamikaze children from hurting themselves and pea hoovering.

What is your athletic background?

Ex-Gymnast until aged 14. Since then have played a lot of hockey and dabble regularly in ski-ing, scuba diving, surfing, swimming and going to the gym.

What do you believe to be your strengths and weaknesses in the gym?

Strength - gymnatical things (burpees, wall ball)

Weaknesses - running and rowing

Favourite and Least favourite WOD?

Not sure favourite is the right word but I kind of enjoy "Helen" as it is very challenging involving two things I am quite good at and is over pretty quick.

Least favourite - many contenders but "Helton" is up at the top

What are your fitness goals?

I just wish to continue at getting stronger, leaner and improving my times

What food do you enjoy when you out?

Almost all food, I am very greedy. Pre paleo I would of said a big bowl of tagilatelle carbonara, now it would be a big old rare steak

Hobbies?

Currently my entire existance revolves around bringing up my children (they have a lot of hobbies) aside from crossfit, I enjoy camping, teaching baby massage, reading, cooking and doing sporty stuff

Why did you choose CrossFit Bath?

18months after giving birth to my second baby I was out of condition, a bit fat and needing direction. I employed a personal trainer and slowly started to regain my fitness - although still remaining porky. I heard the term 'crossfit' via my cousins' facebook page. She des crossfit  in Aus, she has a body to die for, so i googled crossfit Bath and figured it was only 30m from my house. I like the idea of added challenge and the variety and thought I would give it a go. The Bath trainers are all briliant, proffessional, fun and generally interested in seeing people improve. The atmosphere they have created feels like you are in a team, despite it being a solo enterprise. It is a truly impressive setup.

What improvements have you made since joining?

I have been doing crossfit for seven months, I am significantly lighter, leaner and stronger and the difference to my daily life is emmense. At the risk of sounding over dramatic crossfit has been something close to a lifesaver to me

What advice would you give to potential new members?

Jump In and Get Going!

Age: 20

Height : 6'1

Weight : 82kg

What do you do all day?

Im a student at UWE

What is your athletic background?

Played sport always as a kid, but mainly played rugby for 10 years.

What do you believe to be your strengths and weaknesses in the gym?

Weaknesses I would say running and need to increase strength, and my strength is I always manage to finish the WOD to the best of my ability and technique I would say is another strength.

Favourite and Least favourite WOD?

"Murph" is a nightmare for me, and favourite has to be "Cindy"

What are your fitness goals?

No such goals, just always trying to improve myself to become an all round beter athlete.

What food do you enjoy when you out?

Great big dirty burger and the odd cheesy chips on a night out.

Hobbies?

Photography, CrossFit, and started rock climbing recently.

Why did you choose CrossFit Bath?

A friend introduced me to CrossFit, was sick of global gyms, always thought there was something better than those places. CrossFit Bath is friendly, inviting and well priced.

What improvements have you made since joining?

muscle ups, handstand Push ups, increased my lifts ten fold, the list goes on, and all in a space of a year.

What advice would you give to potential new members?

Don't be intimiated this isnt an exclusive club, the training staff are here to support ad guide you! Dont think that you arent fit enough for CrossFit Bath.