Coach
Where are you from: Born in White Plains, NY; Grew up in South Dakota and Montana.
What is your day job: Retired high school special education teacher and girls’ and boys’ basketball coach.
What do you like to do for fun outside of CrossFit: I like to hang out with my friends and I love doing work outside— from landscaping to shoveling and plowing snow. I also love to hang out with my beautiful dog, Stewart.
What makes a good coach: A good coach is prepared to meet the needs of all members of the class and finds a way to relate to each member.
Why did you become a CrossFit coach: I became a CrossFit coach because I want others to experience what I have through the sport. By that, I mean not only increasing health and fitness but being a part of our ZooTown CrossFit community.
What is your favorite workout: Anything with double-unders and heavy deadlifts.
What are your certifications: CrossFit Level 1 Trainer. CrossFit Level 2 Trainer. CrossFit Gymnastics Certification. CrossFit Kids Certification. CrossFit Judges Course Certificate. Two-time CrossFit Games Masters Champion. Six-time CrossFit Games Athlete.