So there I was, in my mid-30s, feeling a bit past my prime and lacking motivation to get off of the couch for the past couple of years. I was looking for a way to get into great shape but I needed something that would provide structure, motivation and added confidence (Coaching!!!) that I was on the right path. I tend to be a bit of a non-conformist by nature and not one to follow the trend -so natually I was skeptical about CrossFit which had frequented my Facebook Newsfeed over the years. Then a good friend talked me into giving it a try.
Now the search was on. I had checked out some other local gyms but they felt a little bit "commercialized" and some looked a bit crowded. Then I walked into CrossFit PHX and met Head Coach Mycal Anders. This gym just had a different feel about it...a different character that appealed more to me than some of the others...so I gave it a test run, and now I am hooked.
Initially I was nervous and intimidated; feeling overwhelmed with the thought of the intensity of a CrossFit Routine. "What if I get hurt?" BUT the outstanding coaching staff and supportive community at CrossFit PHX calmed my nerves and before I knew it, I am through my first 4 weeks and already feeling a HUGE improvement in my fitness levels. Most importantly, the staff here really focuses on utilizing correct technique and not pushing things too quickly for the beginner. They provide that extra "individualized" coaching attention I need that really pushes my comfort level through the roof. Like they say, "Check your ego at the door". I truly buy-in that they can scale and fit the routine to any and all fitness levels whether old or young, big or small.
The people who work out here have also been incredibly welcoming, supportive and encouraging. It is like a family. In my opinion there is not a better value for your dollar than CrossFit PHX for fitness. This place is addicting.