Testimonials
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Testimonial - Brett R
“I joined CFA in 2021. We had just had our second child and I was overweight and losing overall strength as I moved into my thirties. There’s nothing quite as motivating as holding your baby daughter and imagining the future you want with your family. I knew that I wasn’t where I wanted to be and needed to make some changes.
My first experience of CFA was working next door and watching members flipping giant tires -it didn’t seem nearly as efficient as just rolling them, but I decided to learn more. Walking into my first class I wondered what I had gotten myself into. Coaches and other members helped me learn what to do to get started and encouraged me along the way.
The best part of CFA is the community. A workout can be completed anywhere, but the family you gain at CFA is unique. The coaches care about me and have helped me go above and beyond my original health and fitness goals. As I complete workouts alongside other members we feel like team and I’m so grateful that I’m not in this alone.
From March last year to this year I’ve lost around 40 pounds, shifted my diet and improved my view of what’s possible for my health. I’m excited to not just watch my three kids grow but to experience life with them as we explore the world together.
If you’re on the fence about becoming a part of CFA I want to tell you that yes, it’s difficult but it’s doable! You can do it because CFA is here for you.”
Testimonial - Kris S
“I was 47 when it all came together. I was morbidly obese, had high blood pressure, and was worried about my health. I was afraid I was going to end up like everyone else in my family: struggling with obesity, heart conditions and low energy. I thought maybe its just my genes and I had nearly given up. In March of 2021 my wife and I was flying home from Daytona Beach, Florida and she was showing me pics of our vacation and seeing myself was a HUGE wake up call. When I got home, I weighed myself and was 297 lbs.! It was time for change!
I began to start a very strict diet. I did this for roughly 4 months and had lost some weight, but it was time to get back into the gym. I worked out on my own for some time and thought I need to do more to get the results I was looking for. A friend talked to me about CrossFit. I at first did not want to go. I was nervous. And that one class, changed the trajectory of my life. Once I tried and liked a class my goal now was to find a gym that felt like home to me. One that made you felt welcome, one where the coaches cared about you, took the time to make sure you were doing proper techniques, so you did not hurt yourself. I tried a few different gyms in the area and ultimately found my home at CrossFit Allendale. I joined CFA on April 27th, 2022 and have not looked back. The owners Josh and Kate are genuine, care about their members, continually giving back to the community and want to see you achieve your health goals. The other coaches Dave, Kelsey, are top notch and are great representatives of what both Josh and Kate are about at CFA.
I’m very proud of my fitness journey as my weight is down to 220 lbs., I’m off blood pressure meds and I’m actively doing CrossFit competitions throughout the year. I feel I’m in better shape at 49 years old than I was in my entire 30’s. I owe a lot to CFA on their programming, motivation, and dedication to helping me achieve my goals.”
Testimonial - Markie R
“Two years ago I made the decision to join CFA. In the beginning, I was just looking to lose some weight and make some friends in the area. What I found was so much more. I found a community of some of the most amazing, supportive people I have ever met who push me to do things I never imagined were possible. CFA is so much more than just a gym, it is like a second family.
Over the last two years, I have also lost 50 pounds. It hasn’t been easy and I am not quite where I want to be, but looking back I am proud of how far I have come.I went back and forth about posting before and after pics, but I will put some in the comments. If anything, hopefully they can be proof to anyone looking to lose weight or make some positive changes in their life, that it is possible. The hardest part is starting in the first place and then sticking with it, even if the process isn’t always perfect.”
Testimonial - Mark S
“I always say that healthy employees are happy employees. Some of our BizStream employees (including myself) have been taking advantage of CrossFit Allendale Classes since 2015. Their hour long classes are the perfect amount of warm-up, workout & cool down without wasting time. Not to mention their coaches do an excellent job of modifying workouts and movements for all fitness levels and ages.
Most of our team uses their 7am class to get a jump on the day and allows them to bond outside of work. That bond between them often leads to better productivity, teamwork and overall less stress while at work.
Our Team Members that workout together absolutely love CrossFit. I would highly encourage companies to offer it as a benefit.”
Testimonial - Shannon F
Testimonial - Morgan C
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