Testimonials

Hannah

Leo

Sam

Phyllip

Kerri

Andy

Hannah Wydeven

Since becoming a member of Twin Town crossfit, my entire perspective on fitness has changed. I used to search for many distractions; TV, music, magazines, to occupy my mind while I ran half-heartedly on the treadmill. CrossFit has introduced me to a renewed sense of focus and concentration while I exercise, as well as a stronger connection to my body, without the outside distraction of a big mega-gym.

Physically, the strides I have made in only three months are more than I made in three years working out using other systems. I used to be a varsity college athlete, and CrossFit has brought me back to the level of fitness I had while playing competitively. I have lost substantial body fat and gained muscle quickly. My energy levels have increased dramatically as well, and I feel more focused at work.

Leo Arms

The past few weeks I have noticed that my back, core and leg muscles are so much stronger. I haven't noticed this by increasing load in the gym. I noticed it first in the parking lot of Costco. I had the 3 year old on my shoulders (35lbs) and the 50lb six year old begged that I carry him as well. I said, "Sure, but I can probably only carry you to the end of this row." Well, I hauled them both the entire way to the store — a lot further than the end of the row of cars. I didn't notice how far I traveled because it was relatively easy. My back didn't hurt, I wasn't winded. I just did it. It struck me that I could potentially do this for quite a while. The next day, I was in the front yard with my boys and two of their buddies in a 4-on-1 Battle Royale. It was a blast trying to pin down four kids at once (though I am pretty sure it is impossible.) I often look at my kids and am astounded that they are tall, can spell words and draw pictures, and do all sorts of physically and mentally challenging activities. It seems like yesterday they were completely dependent little beings that I carried on one arm with no effort. Now, they're getting to an age where I should let them grow up a bit. Thanks to TwinTown CrossFit, I can still carry them around with just a little effort and no pain. So, am I a bad dad for not letting them grow up a bit? Or a better dad for extending the time that I can do stuff that makes them think I'm Superman. I know the answer I'm going with. Up, Up and Away!

Sam Welter

I'm 41 years old, and to varying degrees, I've dabbled in fitness for most of my life. What sets CrossFit apart from other fitness programs is that every exercise is quantified in some way: how fast, how many times, how much weight. I don't need to wonder whether I'm making progress - I see the numbers and I can measure the results. I had never run more than two miles at one time; after four months at TwinTown CrossFit, I can comfortably run three, and I'm ready for more. In the past, running a mile was a workout for me; now it's a warmup. I can jump rope and perform technical, olympic lifts. I feel like I'm not merely losing weight or getting in shape; I'm developing physical prowess. This profound difference in approach does wonders for a person's self-confidence and motivation.

The thing that sets TwinTown CrossFit apart is the community. Through his enthusiastic yet gentle coaching style, Teddy has built a support system to create and foster a positive-feedback loop for every member of the gym. Every day is a new challenge, and the whole team is ready to cheer for each other to achieve a personal milestone. It's exciting to be a member of TwinTown CrossFit!

Phyllip Johnson

Just a few months ago, at the end of November, 2009, I went into my gym on a Tuesday night, just like I always did. It was "legs night," the night where I did heavy lifting with my legs for close to two hours. It had been a few weeks and I felt like my quadriceps were finally ready to take on a few more pounds, so I added 10 to my squat for a total of 195. Oddly enough, even though I'd been working for weeks at 185, my quads couldn't handle it. I spent the next three weeks feeling intense pain in the muscles around my knees. I decided this did not feel good and that something needed to be done about it.

I decided that CrossFit was the workout for me after hearing about it for years from one of my cousins. Fortunately for me, my friend Teddy Kim, who is now my trainer at TwinTown CrossFit, sent me an e-mail saying he was starting up a CrossFit gym. The next Saturday, I signed up at TTCF after an introductory session, and my training began from there. Ever since that day, my athleticism has increased dramatically. I've been encouraged to get better both by Teddy and the other people I've met at the gym. I've grown in mental toughness, discipline, focus, attitude, and gained more energy. Along with these important intangibles, Teddy also encourages his athletes to have tangible goals. Here are some of my accomplishments so far:

On my way towards reaching my goal of doing a handstand pushup, I've managed to hold a handstand for close to 35 seconds.
I have a goal to do a back squat at 405 pounds. My old score of 19 was blown out of the water by 40 pounds on the first day I attempted the squat and is now up to 235, so I'm on my way to meeting this goal.
I have a goal of dead lifting 405 pounds. Just the other day, I pulled off a dead lift at 375 pounds. Just two months earlier, I set a PR (personal record) at 315 pounds. Before that, the highest weight I had ever dead lifted was 155 pounds.

The thing that makes Teddy the most excited as a trainer is seeing his athletes get personal records. As a testament to his ability as a trainer, on the day that I did the 375 pound dead lift, every single athlete that entered the gym, 9 in total, set a personal best on that same lift.

Joining up with TwinTown CrossFit has changed my outlook on exercise and on my physical abilities. The sky is the limit to what I can do. It doesn't matter your age or physical ability either: if you have mental discipline and toughness, focus, and a good attitude (or want to develop any of these qualities), then CrossFit is the right workout for you and I'd recommend you join us at TwinTown CrossFit.

Kerri Vickers

I am delighted with the progress I have made at TwinTown CrossFit. I have always been intimidated by gyms and chose to work out on my own. Teddy has been able to push me to do things in a matter of weeks that I thought I'd never be able to do. He is encouraging and demanding at the same time which is exactly what I need. I am surprised by my increased range of motion and am excited about what other things I will be soon be able to do that I never imagined possible.

Andrew Beckwith

I had become very overweight over the past few years, and decided to do something about it this winter. In January, I started cycling, and joined TwinTown CrossFit with my wife in February. I had a feeling it would be hard work, and would help me achieve my goals, but it has been way better than that. CrossFit is way more that a workout routine. It is a supportive community, and a different way of looking at life.

Since January, while I have lost over 40lbs - I have received so much more than just a healthier feeling. I have found a new group of relatively like-minded friends. Friends who push each other to work harder and challenge themselves in ways they never thought of before. A trainer/coach who treats everyone as equals, and pays attention to the important details. I think perhaps the biggest testament is how positively addicted to CrossFit my wife and I have become (I never thought I could enjoy hard work like this)!

While my fitness goals aren't fully realized yet, I now see this is more than a means to an end. At this point, I don't view this as something that ends with my goals being realized. I have a healthier opinion on life, and don't ever plan on not doing CrossFit! We absolutely love it.