Rachael:
Peter:
I'm proud that CrossFit has equipped me with the strength, endurance, and confidence to embrace any physical activity—whether it's competing in local events, completing a triathlon, running long distances, tackling challenging hikes, mountain biking rugged trails, or skiing down slopes—without ever worrying about my fitness holding me back. I started my fitness journey with bodybuilding, falling in love with lifting weights and feeling strong, but when I realized I needed more high-intensity exercise to achieve the physique results I’d been striving for, I turned to CrossFit in 2014. It pushed me out of my comfort zone, helped me break through years of stagnation, and introduced me to a community and camaraderie that kept me motivated. I love the variety CrossFit offers—every day is different, keeping things exciting—and it’s inspired me to tackle new challenges, from competing to training for a triathlon and most recently pursuing Olympic weightlifting.
My motivation for coaching weightlifting stems from my love of helping people improve their movement, build confidence, and see tangible progress in real-time as they refine their skills. There’s something deeply rewarding about watching someone go from uncertainty to mastery, and with my teaching background, I have a knack for breaking movements down, meeting people at their level, and guiding them step-by-step to reach their full potential.
My favorite thing about CrossFit, weightlifting, and coaching is how it pushes both myself and others outside of our comfort zones, showing us that we’re capable of far more than we ever imagined—it’s incredible to experience that growth personally and to witness it in others as they achieve what once seemed impossible.
