ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - MARCH 2022
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**KATE STRINGER**
Member since: August 2021
Why did you join Brawn?
I know myself pretty well - what motivates me and what I can manage. After moving to the area I was looking for a gym with group fitness, that fitted in with my routine (work/kids) and was close to home. Although I’d never done cross fit, Brawn ticked all those boxes. I just want to be fit and healthy and to be able to move and do things as I get older.
Favourite cross fit movement:
I like box jumps
Favourite WOD:
I’m not really too good with all the WOD names but I like the chipper ones and the AMRAP ones. You should make this multiple choice 😉
Least favourite movements:
Running is not my favourite…especially when combined with no rest and lots of other cardio…which explains my least fav WOD
Least favourite WOD:
OMG - Kelly. I remember the name as I associated it with a person I once knew that I didn’t really care for 😂
Favourite cross fit tool:
Barbell & weights.
Results that you have achieved:
My fitness has improved a lot and I have lost a few kgs.
Occupation:
Manager, Information Governance
Do you have a nickname?
Kate, Katie, mum…
Hobbies:
Walking - with my dog or bush walks with friends. Audiobooks. Spending time with my family.
Favourite food/meal:
So many favourites. I do love a roast pork bun bowl though.
3 month fitness goal:
Keep turning up! Lose a few more kgs.
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
Probably a lot of things!
I grew up on a farm
I’m married with 4 sons
My next hobby will be kayaking
I used to be an Aussie Rules boundary umpire up in the NTFL
I used to play in the womens league on the NTFL and for some reason I was the ruck 🤷♀️
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Brawn gives the opportunity to try before you commit, give it a go, nothing to lose and what you can gain is up to you.
Member since: August 2021
Why did you join Brawn?
I know myself pretty well - what motivates me and what I can manage. After moving to the area I was looking for a gym with group fitness, that fitted in with my routine (work/kids) and was close to home. Although I’d never done cross fit, Brawn ticked all those boxes. I just want to be fit and healthy and to be able to move and do things as I get older.
Favourite cross fit movement:
I like box jumps
Favourite WOD:
I’m not really too good with all the WOD names but I like the chipper ones and the AMRAP ones. You should make this multiple choice 😉
Least favourite movements:
Running is not my favourite…especially when combined with no rest and lots of other cardio…which explains my least fav WOD
Least favourite WOD:
OMG - Kelly. I remember the name as I associated it with a person I once knew that I didn’t really care for 😂
Favourite cross fit tool:
Barbell & weights.
Results that you have achieved:
My fitness has improved a lot and I have lost a few kgs.
Occupation:
Manager, Information Governance
Do you have a nickname?
Kate, Katie, mum…
Hobbies:
Walking - with my dog or bush walks with friends. Audiobooks. Spending time with my family.
Favourite food/meal:
So many favourites. I do love a roast pork bun bowl though.
3 month fitness goal:
Keep turning up! Lose a few more kgs.
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
Probably a lot of things!
I grew up on a farm
I’m married with 4 sons
My next hobby will be kayaking
I used to be an Aussie Rules boundary umpire up in the NTFL
I used to play in the womens league on the NTFL and for some reason I was the ruck 🤷♀️
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Brawn gives the opportunity to try before you commit, give it a go, nothing to lose and what you can gain is up to you.
Athlete of the Month - Bruna Carrascoza
Bruna has been with us since April 2019 all the way from Brazil
She’s extremely consistent with her training rocking up to the 5:30/6:30 sessions on a nearly daily basis. She’s always smiling, humble and has been a great part of our community!
Thanks Bruna and congratulations on being our Athlete of the Month..
Member since: April 2019
Favourite cross fit movement: OHS and snatch
Favourite WOD: anything with barbell and no gymnastics
Least favourite movements: HSPU, t2b
Least favourite WOD: Murph
Favourite crossfit tool: barbell
Results that you have achieved: my weight hasn’t changed, but I feel much better about my body
Occupation: Supply Planner
Do you have a nickname? Bru
Hobbies: travelling, beach days, SUP
Favourite food/meal: rice, beans, farofa, chips and chocolates
3 month fitness goal: Improve gymnastics
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I’m afraid of staying upside down, and I always think I’m going to die .. so, I never do the wall walks in the warm up. I hate them, I don't think it's fair to become a wod after the open (hahaha)
Why did you choose CrossFit? I just hate standard gym
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Crossfit is for everyone, and it is the best time of the day just do it
Last PR achieved: cluster
She’s extremely consistent with her training rocking up to the 5:30/6:30 sessions on a nearly daily basis. She’s always smiling, humble and has been a great part of our community!
Thanks Bruna and congratulations on being our Athlete of the Month..
Member since: April 2019
Favourite cross fit movement: OHS and snatch
Favourite WOD: anything with barbell and no gymnastics
Least favourite movements: HSPU, t2b
Least favourite WOD: Murph
Favourite crossfit tool: barbell
Results that you have achieved: my weight hasn’t changed, but I feel much better about my body
Occupation: Supply Planner
Do you have a nickname? Bru
Hobbies: travelling, beach days, SUP
Favourite food/meal: rice, beans, farofa, chips and chocolates
3 month fitness goal: Improve gymnastics
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I’m afraid of staying upside down, and I always think I’m going to die .. so, I never do the wall walks in the warm up. I hate them, I don't think it's fair to become a wod after the open (hahaha)
Why did you choose CrossFit? I just hate standard gym
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Crossfit is for everyone, and it is the best time of the day just do it
Last PR achieved: cluster
Athlete of the Month - November - Kane Whittaker
A big congratulations to our November athlete of the month Kane!
Kaneo has only been with us since June this year but has got some huge results in his strength and conditioning through consistent training and a great attitude in the gym.
He also pumped out 20kms for our R U OK Day fundraiser back in September and recently lost 10kgs in our recent 8 week challenge. He's on fire!!
Well done Kaneo and if you want to check out the band he's in - "Marion Monday" go to instagram or Spotify
Kaneo has only been with us since June this year but has got some huge results in his strength and conditioning through consistent training and a great attitude in the gym.
He also pumped out 20kms for our R U OK Day fundraiser back in September and recently lost 10kgs in our recent 8 week challenge. He's on fire!!
Well done Kaneo and if you want to check out the band he's in - "Marion Monday" go to instagram or Spotify
Member since: June 2019
Favourite crossfit movement: Deadlift
Least favourite movements: Burpees
Favourite crossfit tool: Barbell
Results that you have achieved: 10kg loss in 8 week challenge
Occupation: Storeman at a warehouse
Do you have a nickname? Kaneo
Hobbies: Guitar, photography
Favourite food/meal: Pasta
3 month fitness goal: gain more muscle
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
I’m in my first year studying a Batchelor of media degree at Adelaide uni
Why did you choose CrossFit?
I had just moved to Adelaide and was looking for something to gain fitness and join a group of likeminded individuals. Through a family friend I was invited to attend a fundamentals class. I’ve been going ever since and love it!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Just do it. give it some time and you’ll bloody love the results and getting to know other people!
Last PR achieved:
112.5kg x 3 deadlift.
Favourite crossfit movement: Deadlift
Least favourite movements: Burpees
Favourite crossfit tool: Barbell
Results that you have achieved: 10kg loss in 8 week challenge
Occupation: Storeman at a warehouse
Do you have a nickname? Kaneo
Hobbies: Guitar, photography
Favourite food/meal: Pasta
3 month fitness goal: gain more muscle
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
I’m in my first year studying a Batchelor of media degree at Adelaide uni
Why did you choose CrossFit?
I had just moved to Adelaide and was looking for something to gain fitness and join a group of likeminded individuals. Through a family friend I was invited to attend a fundamentals class. I’ve been going ever since and love it!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Just do it. give it some time and you’ll bloody love the results and getting to know other people!
Last PR achieved:
112.5kg x 3 deadlift.
Athlete of the Month September - Gemma Tye
Congratulations to our September athlete of the month- Gemma Tye
Gemma has been with us from the start, she was one of our first members and has been a loyal and consistent member for over 6 years. Gem has shown great discipline and dedication to her training, whether its bringing her two girls in with her or choreographing a changeover with her husband James, she shows that if its important to you, you can make it happen. She hits the gym at least 4 times a week consistently and one of the most amazing things she's done is train through 2 pregnancies right up until the end and then following it up with a quick recovery.
Always loving the social side of the gym and consistently helping out with our Battle of the Brawn Comps, Gem is a very appreciated member of our community.
Congrats again Gem!!
Member since: the doors opened!!!!
Favourite cross fit movement: pull-ups or hang power cleans
Favourite WOD: chippers
Least favourite movements: anything overhead
Least favourite WOD: Anything that has an overhead movement in it or gymnastics
Favourite crossfit tool: Skipping rope/ bar or the rig!
Results that you have achieved: maintaining most wods RX
Occupation: Mum/Travel Assistant
Do you have a nickname? Boytown / Gem / Fran
Hobbies: spending time with friends and family and kids / travelling / sport / drinking wine 🍷
Favourite food/meal: does wine count?
3 month fitness goal: lose at least 5kgs improve my running/ cardio
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I was a SASI athlete in basketball / went to the youth Olympics
Why did you choose CrossFit? Needed a change from the standard gym
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Everyone has a perception of crossfit, especially for women. However having trained through my 2 pregnancies right up until a week before and with my second, back 5 weeks after a c-section it proves anyone can do it. Just give it a try and you will be hooked and the vibe at Brawn also makes it easy.
Last PR achieved: think it was my Deadlift or my hang clean
Gemma has been with us from the start, she was one of our first members and has been a loyal and consistent member for over 6 years. Gem has shown great discipline and dedication to her training, whether its bringing her two girls in with her or choreographing a changeover with her husband James, she shows that if its important to you, you can make it happen. She hits the gym at least 4 times a week consistently and one of the most amazing things she's done is train through 2 pregnancies right up until the end and then following it up with a quick recovery.
Always loving the social side of the gym and consistently helping out with our Battle of the Brawn Comps, Gem is a very appreciated member of our community.
Congrats again Gem!!
Member since: the doors opened!!!!
Favourite cross fit movement: pull-ups or hang power cleans
Favourite WOD: chippers
Least favourite movements: anything overhead
Least favourite WOD: Anything that has an overhead movement in it or gymnastics
Favourite crossfit tool: Skipping rope/ bar or the rig!
Results that you have achieved: maintaining most wods RX
Occupation: Mum/Travel Assistant
Do you have a nickname? Boytown / Gem / Fran
Hobbies: spending time with friends and family and kids / travelling / sport / drinking wine 🍷
Favourite food/meal: does wine count?
3 month fitness goal: lose at least 5kgs improve my running/ cardio
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I was a SASI athlete in basketball / went to the youth Olympics
Why did you choose CrossFit? Needed a change from the standard gym
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Everyone has a perception of crossfit, especially for women. However having trained through my 2 pregnancies right up until a week before and with my second, back 5 weeks after a c-section it proves anyone can do it. Just give it a try and you will be hooked and the vibe at Brawn also makes it easy.
Last PR achieved: think it was my Deadlift or my hang clean
Athlete of the Month JUNE - PAUL DETOMASO
Congratulations to June athlete of the month Paul Detomaso!!
Initially brought in to the box by his partner Brit, Pauly has been with us a little under a year now and hasn’t looked back.
Always on the leaner side Pauly had a different goal to the norm, jumping on the gains train and has been able to gain 8kg of muscle to his frame in that time.
Paul consistently gets it done 4-5 days a week and has picked up huge amounts strength and fitness, even banging out some bar muscleups along the way.
Pauly will be competing in his first comp this weekend at BOB Retro!
Member since: August 2018
Favourite cross fit movement: Strict pull ups
Favourite WOD: Cindy
Least favourite movements: Overhead squats are not very fun
Least favourite WOD: Anything involving the assault bike
Favourite cross fit tool: PVC pipe and the foam roller
Results that you have achieved: I’ve always struggled to gain weight, since starting Crossfit I’ve gained 8kgs
Occupation: Refrigeration Mechanic (Specialise in air conditioning)
Do you have a nickname? Pauly D, before jersey shore was a thing
Hobbies: Snowboarding, golf
Favourite food/meal: Pasta, it’s an addiction
3 month fitness goal: I would like to work on my Olympic lifting
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Don’t let the tattoos fool you, I’m petrified of needles. Last time a had my blood taken I fainted
Why did you choose CrossFit? Britt wouldn’t stop talking about it, I had to make sure she didn’t get stronger then me
Last PR achieved: Bar muscle up!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving Crossfit a go? How good it has been for my mental health! People often pair exercise with trying to transform your body but the biggest change for me has been mentally.
Initially brought in to the box by his partner Brit, Pauly has been with us a little under a year now and hasn’t looked back.
Always on the leaner side Pauly had a different goal to the norm, jumping on the gains train and has been able to gain 8kg of muscle to his frame in that time.
Paul consistently gets it done 4-5 days a week and has picked up huge amounts strength and fitness, even banging out some bar muscleups along the way.
Pauly will be competing in his first comp this weekend at BOB Retro!
Member since: August 2018
Favourite cross fit movement: Strict pull ups
Favourite WOD: Cindy
Least favourite movements: Overhead squats are not very fun
Least favourite WOD: Anything involving the assault bike
Favourite cross fit tool: PVC pipe and the foam roller
Results that you have achieved: I’ve always struggled to gain weight, since starting Crossfit I’ve gained 8kgs
Occupation: Refrigeration Mechanic (Specialise in air conditioning)
Do you have a nickname? Pauly D, before jersey shore was a thing
Hobbies: Snowboarding, golf
Favourite food/meal: Pasta, it’s an addiction
3 month fitness goal: I would like to work on my Olympic lifting
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Don’t let the tattoos fool you, I’m petrified of needles. Last time a had my blood taken I fainted
Why did you choose CrossFit? Britt wouldn’t stop talking about it, I had to make sure she didn’t get stronger then me
Last PR achieved: Bar muscle up!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving Crossfit a go? How good it has been for my mental health! People often pair exercise with trying to transform your body but the biggest change for me has been mentally.
Athlete of the month MARCH 2019 - AMY AIRD
March athlete of the month is Amy Aird!....
Amy started with us through the Active Mums classes and soon after decided to jump into a WOD. She's been so consistent with her training and it's clear it's become an important part of her life and routine. From this commitment has come numerous PR's and has also started completing multiple WOD's RX'd. Amy always has a great attitude and smile no matter what's dished up to her in a WOD.
Keep it up Amy and look forward to seeing you and Gem in your first comp later in the year. 😉
Member since: early 2018 (Active mums before that)
Favourite cross fit movement: Love learning the oly lifts, and love anything for the legs and bunssss! Don’t mind the rower too…
Favourite WOD: Chipper style
Least favourite movements: Toes to bar
Least favourite WOD: Anything with running or the AD
Favourite cross fit tool: A ‘give it a go’ attitude! 😉
Results that you have achieved: No more back pain and way better posture
Occupation: Hydrogeologist
Do you have a nickname? ‘Roachy’ or unfortunately, also known to some as the ‘Wrecking Ball’
Hobbies: Crossfit! Family time, reading, photography (trying to teach myself to take a decent shot), singing, and would it be weird/sad to say “tidying up”?
Favourite food/meal: All the Asian food, coffee, wine, gin, cocktails… oh wait, you didn’t ask about drinks
3 month fitness goal: Link two toes to bar
What’s something that we don’t know about you? There’s not much I keep to myself… but you probably haven’t heard the story yet about the time I got detained and interrogated at border control and deported from the UK due to an innocent series of unfortunate events...
Why did you choose CrossFit? I had wanted to try Crossfit for quite a few years but with injury (back and both knees) and pregnancy, my body wasn’t quite ready for it. After having Isla, I wanted something to get me back into exercise and get my body (and mind) back, and Gem convinced me to come and try Active mums. Isla hated it but I loved it! Then I finally got the courage up to do the ‘real deal’!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving Crossfit a go? Stop thinking about it and do it! I honestly can’t imagine myself ever giving Crossfit up now. I have never felt better physically or within myself. Hitting PRs gives me confidence and gives me more drive to keep coming back. It’s become a part of my lifestyle and the crew have become awesome friends too.
Last PR achieved: Got one today actually- hit a 57.5kg Clean and Jerk. But the PR that I’m most proud of…. Getting an unassisted chin up! Oh and getting ‘Athlete of the Month’ is pretty bloody good too.
Amy started with us through the Active Mums classes and soon after decided to jump into a WOD. She's been so consistent with her training and it's clear it's become an important part of her life and routine. From this commitment has come numerous PR's and has also started completing multiple WOD's RX'd. Amy always has a great attitude and smile no matter what's dished up to her in a WOD.
Keep it up Amy and look forward to seeing you and Gem in your first comp later in the year. 😉
Member since: early 2018 (Active mums before that)
Favourite cross fit movement: Love learning the oly lifts, and love anything for the legs and bunssss! Don’t mind the rower too…
Favourite WOD: Chipper style
Least favourite movements: Toes to bar
Least favourite WOD: Anything with running or the AD
Favourite cross fit tool: A ‘give it a go’ attitude! 😉
Results that you have achieved: No more back pain and way better posture
Occupation: Hydrogeologist
Do you have a nickname? ‘Roachy’ or unfortunately, also known to some as the ‘Wrecking Ball’
Hobbies: Crossfit! Family time, reading, photography (trying to teach myself to take a decent shot), singing, and would it be weird/sad to say “tidying up”?
Favourite food/meal: All the Asian food, coffee, wine, gin, cocktails… oh wait, you didn’t ask about drinks
3 month fitness goal: Link two toes to bar
What’s something that we don’t know about you? There’s not much I keep to myself… but you probably haven’t heard the story yet about the time I got detained and interrogated at border control and deported from the UK due to an innocent series of unfortunate events...
Why did you choose CrossFit? I had wanted to try Crossfit for quite a few years but with injury (back and both knees) and pregnancy, my body wasn’t quite ready for it. After having Isla, I wanted something to get me back into exercise and get my body (and mind) back, and Gem convinced me to come and try Active mums. Isla hated it but I loved it! Then I finally got the courage up to do the ‘real deal’!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving Crossfit a go? Stop thinking about it and do it! I honestly can’t imagine myself ever giving Crossfit up now. I have never felt better physically or within myself. Hitting PRs gives me confidence and gives me more drive to keep coming back. It’s become a part of my lifestyle and the crew have become awesome friends too.
Last PR achieved: Got one today actually- hit a 57.5kg Clean and Jerk. But the PR that I’m most proud of…. Getting an unassisted chin up! Oh and getting ‘Athlete of the Month’ is pretty bloody good too.
Athlete of the month JANUARY 2019 - SARAH DIZZY WILTON
January member of the month..... SARAH DIZZY WILTON
Dizzy has been a Brawn faithful since the early days, initially joining to increase her fitness for netball. Since then she hasn’t looked back, even sharing the Brawn love by getting numours friends and netball crew involved along for the way!
Always putting in 100% and bringing a positive vibe to the box, an all around legend!
Congratulations Dizz!
Member since: 2013
Favourite cross fit movement: power clean
Favourite WOD: any 12’days of Christmas WOD.
Least favourite movements: Airdyne. Does that count as a “movement”?
Least favourite WOD: flight simulator! (Seeya, Calves).
Favourite cross fit tool: Chalk. Often believed to have gained employment at bakers delight, post-wod.
Results that you have achieved: Although I retired from netball at the end of last season, while I was playing, CrossFit made a huge impact on my ability to play at my best. I can attribute a lot of my good fortune in remaining injury free to having been a member at Brawn. Thanks guys.
Occupation: Teacher
Do you have a nickname? Do I have a real name?! Dizzy.
Hobbies: Being a full time coffee & sports enthusiast and getting to the snow at any opportunity.
Favourite food/meal: My strange addiction: popcorn.
3 month fitness goal: to master the butterfly pull-up and link my toes to bar..
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I’ve been around long enough, so there probably isn’t much..
Why did you choose CrossFit? My training routine was fairly bland and repetitive. I was looking for something different and I wanted to take my fitness to the next level for netball (at the time). I’m someone who enjoys being around people and within a team environment to stay motivated, so CrossFit seemed like something I would enjoy. I convinced old mate Emdawg that we should go along to brawn.. and here we are 5 years on!
Last PR achieved: sumo deadlift
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just go for it-you won’t regret it. Joining up at brawn in 2013 was one of the best decisions I ever made and I’ve never looked back. It might take you five years to get a gig as “member of the month” but when you get the call up, it’s worth the wait.
Dizzy has been a Brawn faithful since the early days, initially joining to increase her fitness for netball. Since then she hasn’t looked back, even sharing the Brawn love by getting numours friends and netball crew involved along for the way!
Always putting in 100% and bringing a positive vibe to the box, an all around legend!
Congratulations Dizz!
Member since: 2013
Favourite cross fit movement: power clean
Favourite WOD: any 12’days of Christmas WOD.
Least favourite movements: Airdyne. Does that count as a “movement”?
Least favourite WOD: flight simulator! (Seeya, Calves).
Favourite cross fit tool: Chalk. Often believed to have gained employment at bakers delight, post-wod.
Results that you have achieved: Although I retired from netball at the end of last season, while I was playing, CrossFit made a huge impact on my ability to play at my best. I can attribute a lot of my good fortune in remaining injury free to having been a member at Brawn. Thanks guys.
Occupation: Teacher
Do you have a nickname? Do I have a real name?! Dizzy.
Hobbies: Being a full time coffee & sports enthusiast and getting to the snow at any opportunity.
Favourite food/meal: My strange addiction: popcorn.
3 month fitness goal: to master the butterfly pull-up and link my toes to bar..
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I’ve been around long enough, so there probably isn’t much..
Why did you choose CrossFit? My training routine was fairly bland and repetitive. I was looking for something different and I wanted to take my fitness to the next level for netball (at the time). I’m someone who enjoys being around people and within a team environment to stay motivated, so CrossFit seemed like something I would enjoy. I convinced old mate Emdawg that we should go along to brawn.. and here we are 5 years on!
Last PR achieved: sumo deadlift
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just go for it-you won’t regret it. Joining up at brawn in 2013 was one of the best decisions I ever made and I’ve never looked back. It might take you five years to get a gig as “member of the month” but when you get the call up, it’s worth the wait.
Athlete of the month OCTOBER - AMY McDONALD
Congratulations to Amy McDonald on being our athlete of the month.
It’s been super impressive to see Amy's transformation in such a short amount of time. After an initial stint getting back into exercise with active mums, Amy has been one of our most consistent members who continually raises her own bar by setting and breaking new pr’s. With 2 kids and a demanding work schedule, in a little over a year Amy has gone from barely touching a barbell to competing in her first CrossFit comp, back squatting over 90kg and matching her partner Liam in some lifts!
Great work Amy!
"never ask a writer to write...it's a bit long , but it's been a nice distraction from my real writing today!"
Member since: Active Mums since April 2017. Full member since September 2017.
Favourite crossfit movement: Back squats, deadlifts, wall balls, box jumps, squat cleans, sled push, weighted step ups – all the glute and hamstring stuff! I also have a special spot for double unders because they’re symbolic of my post-baby #2 recovery.
Favourite WOD: I quite liked Badger, and anything that involves a 1km run or two.
Least favourite movements: Shoulder press, bench press. Also Turkish Get Up, makes me feel like a baby giraffe tying to stand up for the first time.
Least favourite WOD: That pull up/thruster & run 200m every 2 minutes thing last week.
Favourite cross fit tool: Skipping rope.
Results that you have achieved: Strength improvements all round. I’d never touched a barbell and when I started I could barely lift a 7kg dumbbell overhead. Definitely muscle tone; I’ve always been thin but looking back now I was neither fit, nor strong.
Occupation: Submarine and warship spin doctor
Do you have a nickname? Ames. Mum.
Hobbies: Politics. Crossfit. Running. Being with my kids and family.
Favourite food/meal: Soft shell crab. Liam’s thai oysters.
3 month fitness goal: To start stringing toes to bar together in WODs, 60kg jerk and to work on snatch technique. Also do better with my nutrition.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I can eat my body weight in sushi and pizza. I’ve always thought I’d be good at one of those hot dog eating competitions. Though it probably doesn’t align with my fitness goal above….
Why did you choose CrossFit? I’ve always been active (netball, running, triathlon) but it all became “too hard” after I had our first child and the excuses became too easy. It was the first time in my life when I didn’t make exercise a priority and my mental health suffered as a result. So I was determined to get back running after our second baby but I ended up with a pelvic floor injury and couldn’t for quite some time. I still wanted (and needed) to build strength but it had to be something that could fit around the kids. Liam had been going to Brawn for about 18 months and had been on at me to start going but I resisted for ages because I thought it was all about tyre flipping. But when I found out about Active Mums it just made sense. It was a great gentle transition back into exercise and JP, Jason and Char were very understanding of my limitations and Active Mums, combined with the extensive work I did with my physio, got my body back in shape and back running. I keep doing it now because my life is hectic with a demanding full time job and two young kids but my one hour in the box every morning is the only time I get to myself where I don’t’ have to think - I just have to pick up heavy stuff and chuck it back down. I also love being around likeminded people. I find that people who are willing to put themselves in situations where they have to suffer day in and day out are my kind of people.
Last PR achieved: Lots of gold stars as I keep improving but I’m most proud of my 92.5kg back squat a month ago and equalling my 62.5kg clean PR on Saturday after a 1km row. I’m also stoked that I’m starting to do more WODs Rx than not.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Don’t think about doing it, just do it. You’re never going to regret what strength training does to your mind and body. Once you get there, park any thoughts of what you thought about fitness and learn to be comfortable outside your comfort zone because that’s where the magic happens. The coaches are awesome and will help you understand your limits and scale things to suit your ability, and then when you’re ready they’ll be there to help you test your limits too. Trust them and the process!
It’s been super impressive to see Amy's transformation in such a short amount of time. After an initial stint getting back into exercise with active mums, Amy has been one of our most consistent members who continually raises her own bar by setting and breaking new pr’s. With 2 kids and a demanding work schedule, in a little over a year Amy has gone from barely touching a barbell to competing in her first CrossFit comp, back squatting over 90kg and matching her partner Liam in some lifts!
Great work Amy!
"never ask a writer to write...it's a bit long , but it's been a nice distraction from my real writing today!"
Member since: Active Mums since April 2017. Full member since September 2017.
Favourite crossfit movement: Back squats, deadlifts, wall balls, box jumps, squat cleans, sled push, weighted step ups – all the glute and hamstring stuff! I also have a special spot for double unders because they’re symbolic of my post-baby #2 recovery.
Favourite WOD: I quite liked Badger, and anything that involves a 1km run or two.
Least favourite movements: Shoulder press, bench press. Also Turkish Get Up, makes me feel like a baby giraffe tying to stand up for the first time.
Least favourite WOD: That pull up/thruster & run 200m every 2 minutes thing last week.
Favourite cross fit tool: Skipping rope.
Results that you have achieved: Strength improvements all round. I’d never touched a barbell and when I started I could barely lift a 7kg dumbbell overhead. Definitely muscle tone; I’ve always been thin but looking back now I was neither fit, nor strong.
Occupation: Submarine and warship spin doctor
Do you have a nickname? Ames. Mum.
Hobbies: Politics. Crossfit. Running. Being with my kids and family.
Favourite food/meal: Soft shell crab. Liam’s thai oysters.
3 month fitness goal: To start stringing toes to bar together in WODs, 60kg jerk and to work on snatch technique. Also do better with my nutrition.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I can eat my body weight in sushi and pizza. I’ve always thought I’d be good at one of those hot dog eating competitions. Though it probably doesn’t align with my fitness goal above….
Why did you choose CrossFit? I’ve always been active (netball, running, triathlon) but it all became “too hard” after I had our first child and the excuses became too easy. It was the first time in my life when I didn’t make exercise a priority and my mental health suffered as a result. So I was determined to get back running after our second baby but I ended up with a pelvic floor injury and couldn’t for quite some time. I still wanted (and needed) to build strength but it had to be something that could fit around the kids. Liam had been going to Brawn for about 18 months and had been on at me to start going but I resisted for ages because I thought it was all about tyre flipping. But when I found out about Active Mums it just made sense. It was a great gentle transition back into exercise and JP, Jason and Char were very understanding of my limitations and Active Mums, combined with the extensive work I did with my physio, got my body back in shape and back running. I keep doing it now because my life is hectic with a demanding full time job and two young kids but my one hour in the box every morning is the only time I get to myself where I don’t’ have to think - I just have to pick up heavy stuff and chuck it back down. I also love being around likeminded people. I find that people who are willing to put themselves in situations where they have to suffer day in and day out are my kind of people.
Last PR achieved: Lots of gold stars as I keep improving but I’m most proud of my 92.5kg back squat a month ago and equalling my 62.5kg clean PR on Saturday after a 1km row. I’m also stoked that I’m starting to do more WODs Rx than not.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Don’t think about doing it, just do it. You’re never going to regret what strength training does to your mind and body. Once you get there, park any thoughts of what you thought about fitness and learn to be comfortable outside your comfort zone because that’s where the magic happens. The coaches are awesome and will help you understand your limits and scale things to suit your ability, and then when you’re ready they’ll be there to help you test your limits too. Trust them and the process!
Athlete of the month - August 2018 - Andrew Gluyas
I’ve been a CFB member since may 2013. The box was still a bit raw back then, in fact brand new. I made it through to Christmas that year then stuffed up my back putting a basketball ring together. (acting as Santa Clause).
I had a second stint in 2016 before getting a slack attack and then went for a long spell.
This time I resumed in March so I have been back for 5 months and it has been the best move I could have made.
My favourite CF movement would have to be anything to do with the bar. Lifting is simple but doing it properly takes some concentration and is tricky to perfect. When you think you’ve got it you can run out of form or go a bit heavy or just soften in the mind. Getting to know the techniques of lifting is rewarding and one day I’ll combine skill, strength and timing and get it right.
My favourite Wod might be Fran I reckon. I haven’t done it for ages and I am a long way off any rx attempt. Weak thrusters and brutal chin ups leave me some work to do here but it’s a sprint that finds the bottom of you real quick. Spicy!
Otherwise, the core work of the monthly Brawn Wod benchmarks are great.
My least favourite movement would have to be skipping. Singles, doubles, high knee alternating warm ups whatever. Rubbish - leave me out!
My favourite cross fit “tools” would have to be JP and Jason. The Brawn boys fire you up, show you the way, give out tips, correct lousy form, spin the disks, take the photos, shoot the shit and lift it, etc, etc. Massive tools = good fun and they create a great team environment.
The JP standard greeting of “here he is” turns into another well led session with a few laughs and plenty of sweating. Outstandingly good work fellas, keep it up!
Regarding personal results, just walking through the door is a result for me. I’ve used Brawn to initiate a bit of a lifestyle change and things have sharpened up since I’ve been coming, its been great. Following the daily sessions and putting the work in gets results.
I work as a Horse Trainer. I’m set up at Morphettville racecourse and work in a small family business with my father in law.
Nickname - Glue or Gluey.
Hobbies - I occasionally play around with the guitar but unfortunately I am completely talentless an unable to entertain anyone but myself.
Favourite food - Hard boiled eggs.
My three month fitness goal is simply to keep turning up. Pushing the door open at midday and keeping on having a crack. Working on my mobility and fitness and helping my wellbeing is what it’s about for me.
What’s something that you don’t know about me. I occasionally fundraise for Laurel Palliative Care Hospice. Laurel provide quality end of life care. Extra funds help the patients and their families at a difficult time. Complimentary care, art therapy, massage and many other extra services help people through this tough journey.
I chose CFB as my fitness option as I needed a group style program that mixed things up. A good choice I reckon.
My last PR was a strict press I think.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
For first timers to crossfit or people that are thinking about taking it up, I can only encourage them to do so. The program works, the Brawners know their stuff and the team will get around you and help you through the start up. The CF language can be a bit weird to start with and the wods can be intimidating at first (especially when the athletes are smashing a blizkrieg Wod around you) but all the movements can be scaled and any movement will steer you in the right fitness direction. Build on the basic movements, be prepared to push yourself, honour technique, work through the niggles and the only way is up!
I had a second stint in 2016 before getting a slack attack and then went for a long spell.
This time I resumed in March so I have been back for 5 months and it has been the best move I could have made.
My favourite CF movement would have to be anything to do with the bar. Lifting is simple but doing it properly takes some concentration and is tricky to perfect. When you think you’ve got it you can run out of form or go a bit heavy or just soften in the mind. Getting to know the techniques of lifting is rewarding and one day I’ll combine skill, strength and timing and get it right.
My favourite Wod might be Fran I reckon. I haven’t done it for ages and I am a long way off any rx attempt. Weak thrusters and brutal chin ups leave me some work to do here but it’s a sprint that finds the bottom of you real quick. Spicy!
Otherwise, the core work of the monthly Brawn Wod benchmarks are great.
My least favourite movement would have to be skipping. Singles, doubles, high knee alternating warm ups whatever. Rubbish - leave me out!
My favourite cross fit “tools” would have to be JP and Jason. The Brawn boys fire you up, show you the way, give out tips, correct lousy form, spin the disks, take the photos, shoot the shit and lift it, etc, etc. Massive tools = good fun and they create a great team environment.
The JP standard greeting of “here he is” turns into another well led session with a few laughs and plenty of sweating. Outstandingly good work fellas, keep it up!
Regarding personal results, just walking through the door is a result for me. I’ve used Brawn to initiate a bit of a lifestyle change and things have sharpened up since I’ve been coming, its been great. Following the daily sessions and putting the work in gets results.
I work as a Horse Trainer. I’m set up at Morphettville racecourse and work in a small family business with my father in law.
Nickname - Glue or Gluey.
Hobbies - I occasionally play around with the guitar but unfortunately I am completely talentless an unable to entertain anyone but myself.
Favourite food - Hard boiled eggs.
My three month fitness goal is simply to keep turning up. Pushing the door open at midday and keeping on having a crack. Working on my mobility and fitness and helping my wellbeing is what it’s about for me.
What’s something that you don’t know about me. I occasionally fundraise for Laurel Palliative Care Hospice. Laurel provide quality end of life care. Extra funds help the patients and their families at a difficult time. Complimentary care, art therapy, massage and many other extra services help people through this tough journey.
I chose CFB as my fitness option as I needed a group style program that mixed things up. A good choice I reckon.
My last PR was a strict press I think.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
For first timers to crossfit or people that are thinking about taking it up, I can only encourage them to do so. The program works, the Brawners know their stuff and the team will get around you and help you through the start up. The CF language can be a bit weird to start with and the wods can be intimidating at first (especially when the athletes are smashing a blizkrieg Wod around you) but all the movements can be scaled and any movement will steer you in the right fitness direction. Build on the basic movements, be prepared to push yourself, honour technique, work through the niggles and the only way is up!
Athlete of the month - JUNE 2018 - Alana Zanardo
Congratulations to Alana for winning athlete of the month for June. Alana has been training with us from late 2015 and has see some huge improvements in all areas. Training consistently Alana has improved her upper body strength immensely as well as taking her conditioning to a high level. Being disciplined by getting an average of 5 WOD's in a week has lead to these serious results.
Congratulations and keep up the hard work!!
Member since: Dec 2015 – joined post 4 months overseas.. wasn’t pretty..
Favourite cross fit movement: Cleans, front squats, squat cleans
Favourite WOD: Anything with a bit of rowing, running or AD, chippers/metcons.. love the long grinds
Least favourite movements: Overhead squats, snatches, thrusters.. pretty much anything overhead or upper body focused
Least favourite WOD: The one with 10 rounds of thrusters and double unders.. what even was that?!
Favourite cross fit tool: Chalk?
Results that you have achieved: Overall improvement in strength but particularly with overhead/upper body movements.. didn’t get the nickname noodles from nowhere.
Occupation: Media sales
Do you have a nickname? Lanz, Lani, Noodles
Hobbies: Beach, reading, Crossfit, travel
Favourite food/meal: The list is too long.. do Espresso Martinis count as a meal?
3 month fitness goal: ..Muscle up..?
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I LOVE reading books / watching shows about drug crime. I really want a sausage dog. Also, the sound of a motorbike tearing down the street actually makes my blood boil.
Why did you choose CrossFit? Dizzy kept trying to get me to join for over a year.. eventually she got the netball club doing preseason there so I had no choice..
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? JUST DO IT!! Prior to joining I was quite intimidated and always thought it was super hard-core athletes & workouts.. but it really is for everyone and I haven’t looked back since! ALL THE FUN!!
Last PR achieved: Monday, but most proud would be 1RM Snatch after an ongoing shoulder niggle and avoiding these movements for so long #noodles
Congratulations and keep up the hard work!!
Member since: Dec 2015 – joined post 4 months overseas.. wasn’t pretty..
Favourite cross fit movement: Cleans, front squats, squat cleans
Favourite WOD: Anything with a bit of rowing, running or AD, chippers/metcons.. love the long grinds
Least favourite movements: Overhead squats, snatches, thrusters.. pretty much anything overhead or upper body focused
Least favourite WOD: The one with 10 rounds of thrusters and double unders.. what even was that?!
Favourite cross fit tool: Chalk?
Results that you have achieved: Overall improvement in strength but particularly with overhead/upper body movements.. didn’t get the nickname noodles from nowhere.
Occupation: Media sales
Do you have a nickname? Lanz, Lani, Noodles
Hobbies: Beach, reading, Crossfit, travel
Favourite food/meal: The list is too long.. do Espresso Martinis count as a meal?
3 month fitness goal: ..Muscle up..?
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I LOVE reading books / watching shows about drug crime. I really want a sausage dog. Also, the sound of a motorbike tearing down the street actually makes my blood boil.
Why did you choose CrossFit? Dizzy kept trying to get me to join for over a year.. eventually she got the netball club doing preseason there so I had no choice..
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? JUST DO IT!! Prior to joining I was quite intimidated and always thought it was super hard-core athletes & workouts.. but it really is for everyone and I haven’t looked back since! ALL THE FUN!!
Last PR achieved: Monday, but most proud would be 1RM Snatch after an ongoing shoulder niggle and avoiding these movements for so long #noodles
Athlete of the month - MARCH 2018 - Soykan Saenem
Well, its finally happened. This months athlete of the month needs no introduction.
Since joining over 4 years ago, Soy has lived and breathed everything CFB and has been one of most consistent members day in day out. You’d be hard pressed finding someone that loves Crossfit more than soy. Known for his freakish bodyweight capacity, slick technique and not minding a bit of a chat, Soy is genuinely one of the nicest guys you’ll come across.
You’ll find Soy crushing WOD’s at the 4:30 class 5 days a week or 6:00 straight after at anytime for some tricep pushdowns.
Keep being you mate and lets see some scores up on the board!
Great work Soy!
Since joining over 4 years ago, Soy has lived and breathed everything CFB and has been one of most consistent members day in day out. You’d be hard pressed finding someone that loves Crossfit more than soy. Known for his freakish bodyweight capacity, slick technique and not minding a bit of a chat, Soy is genuinely one of the nicest guys you’ll come across.
You’ll find Soy crushing WOD’s at the 4:30 class 5 days a week or 6:00 straight after at anytime for some tricep pushdowns.
Keep being you mate and lets see some scores up on the board!
Great work Soy!
Member since: 2014
Favourite movement: handstand walk
Favourite wod : all of them
Least favourite movements: push ups
Least favourite WOD : I consider myself as an endurance athlete so any wod under 3 minutes is not my jam
Favourite crossfit tool : foam roller 🙃
Results that you have achieved : 10metres unbroken handstand walks
Occupation: Baker
Nickname: Soy
Hobbies: Anytime fitness, Sunday walks along the beach with Sam
Favourite food: I love food, please don’t make me choose
3 months fitness goal : spend more time for recovery and stretching
I am an open book, no secrets
I was looking for something different then I watched crossfit games 2013 on tv and it was love at first sight
Last PR : 6 days back to back CF last 3 weeks
Advice;
Crossfit is for everyone, be open minded and jump on board
Favourite movement: handstand walk
Favourite wod : all of them
Least favourite movements: push ups
Least favourite WOD : I consider myself as an endurance athlete so any wod under 3 minutes is not my jam
Favourite crossfit tool : foam roller 🙃
Results that you have achieved : 10metres unbroken handstand walks
Occupation: Baker
Nickname: Soy
Hobbies: Anytime fitness, Sunday walks along the beach with Sam
Favourite food: I love food, please don’t make me choose
3 months fitness goal : spend more time for recovery and stretching
I am an open book, no secrets
I was looking for something different then I watched crossfit games 2013 on tv and it was love at first sight
Last PR : 6 days back to back CF last 3 weeks
Advice;
Crossfit is for everyone, be open minded and jump on board
Athlete of the month - JANUARY 2018- BEL SMART
A BIG Congratulations to Bel Smart for winning our January Athlete of the month!
Bel has been a silent achiever, rocking up consistently to the Arvo WOD's with no fuss, getting some great results with a great attitude!
She puts in 100% no matter what the challenge. She's improved across the board in all areas over the last year or so and particularly has improved a lot in her barbell movements.
A pleasure to have you at the BOX Bel, keep up the great work!!
Member since: Preseason with woods end of 2015/16 but became an actual member some time in 2016
Favourite crossfit movement: Power Clean/Clean & Jerk
Favourite WOD: Anything with box jumps
Least favourite movements: Thrusters!
Least favourite WOD: Anything with thrusters
Favourite crossfit tool: a box
Results that you have achieved: Just feeling a lot stronger within myself, physically and mentally. Use to be a lot more negative but now I can look at stuff and think maybe ‘I can do this’ and even if I can’t, it’s not the end of the world!
Occupation: Programs Coordinator
Do you have a nickname? Just Bel ....... (ding dong)
Hobbies: Taking the pups for a walk, love coaching netball, never use to read but recently decided to pick up a book!
Favourite food/meal: sweet potato for sure
3 month fitness goal: To do as many WODs as I can RX
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Never broken a bone
Why did you choose CrossFit? Well I didn’t actually pick it, the netball club chose CrossFit for our preseason and after 2 seasons realised how much I enjoyed it. I’ve always liked high intensity stuff but CrossFit just took the cake. It never gets boring & I love how I get to do new stuff I’ve never done before and just try to improve on them!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just do it!!! It may not be for everyone but you have to give things a go to know. The trainers & the people, the equipment, the atmosphere, every box might be different but I cannot say one bad word about Brawn specifically and I’m pretty sure the majority of members feels the same way
Last PR achieved: Last week tried rope climbs for the first time, didn’t think I could/was strong enough but gave it a go & did 2! Rope burn totally worth it
Bel has been a silent achiever, rocking up consistently to the Arvo WOD's with no fuss, getting some great results with a great attitude!
She puts in 100% no matter what the challenge. She's improved across the board in all areas over the last year or so and particularly has improved a lot in her barbell movements.
A pleasure to have you at the BOX Bel, keep up the great work!!
Member since: Preseason with woods end of 2015/16 but became an actual member some time in 2016
Favourite crossfit movement: Power Clean/Clean & Jerk
Favourite WOD: Anything with box jumps
Least favourite movements: Thrusters!
Least favourite WOD: Anything with thrusters
Favourite crossfit tool: a box
Results that you have achieved: Just feeling a lot stronger within myself, physically and mentally. Use to be a lot more negative but now I can look at stuff and think maybe ‘I can do this’ and even if I can’t, it’s not the end of the world!
Occupation: Programs Coordinator
Do you have a nickname? Just Bel ....... (ding dong)
Hobbies: Taking the pups for a walk, love coaching netball, never use to read but recently decided to pick up a book!
Favourite food/meal: sweet potato for sure
3 month fitness goal: To do as many WODs as I can RX
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Never broken a bone
Why did you choose CrossFit? Well I didn’t actually pick it, the netball club chose CrossFit for our preseason and after 2 seasons realised how much I enjoyed it. I’ve always liked high intensity stuff but CrossFit just took the cake. It never gets boring & I love how I get to do new stuff I’ve never done before and just try to improve on them!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just do it!!! It may not be for everyone but you have to give things a go to know. The trainers & the people, the equipment, the atmosphere, every box might be different but I cannot say one bad word about Brawn specifically and I’m pretty sure the majority of members feels the same way
Last PR achieved: Last week tried rope climbs for the first time, didn’t think I could/was strong enough but gave it a go & did 2! Rope burn totally worth it
Athlete of the month - DECEMBER 2017- GREG ANDERSON
The humblest of humblest, GREG ANDERSON!!, congratulations on being our athlete of the month for DECEMBER!
Greg has been training with us for the last 3 years and has been one of most consistent, hard-working members!
With hair to die for, Ando has got some serious gains in all areas especially his strength and mobility in his squat, not to mention his freakish overhead strength! His great work ethic shows by smashing out some extra accessory work (bench press) after a WOD, always pulling in a couple of other guys to do some extra work!
This work ethic, his encouragement to his fellow members and humility is what makes him such a popular figure around the box.
What a LEGEND
Great Job ANDO!!
Member since:
Early 2015
Favourite Movement:
With all my shoulder injuries over the years, it’s hard to imagine but Handstand Push-ups is my favourite movement.
Favourite WOD:
Cindy, but Helen is not a bad workout either!
Least favourite WOD:
66 : Blew out and still working through the WOD into the 5.30 session – pressure to finish !
Favourite tool:
JP and Jason – they are both my favourite tools!
Results that you have achieved:
I feel stronger & fitter
Occupation:
Manager
Nickname:
Ando
Hobbies:
Crossfit, and recovering from Crossfit.
Favourite food/meal:
Choo Chee Barramundi from Spices at the Bay, with added protein powder.
3 month fitness goal:
To go 3 months without straining my calf and not whinging about it!
What’s something we don’t know about you:
In 1975, I was in a commercial for Australian Motors. I was the newspaper boy holding up the paper yelling out “Extra, Extra, read all about it. Great Guys do it again!” I used to get recognised as “That newspaper kid!”. I think I got paid about $12.50 for it!
Why did you choose Crossfit:
So I could beat Peter. I noticed he was getting too fit for my liking!
What words of advice would you give to anyone wanting to give Crossfit a go:
Get your technique right and listen to the coaches.
Last PR achieved:
Deadlift 1RM -175kgs
Greg has been training with us for the last 3 years and has been one of most consistent, hard-working members!
With hair to die for, Ando has got some serious gains in all areas especially his strength and mobility in his squat, not to mention his freakish overhead strength! His great work ethic shows by smashing out some extra accessory work (bench press) after a WOD, always pulling in a couple of other guys to do some extra work!
This work ethic, his encouragement to his fellow members and humility is what makes him such a popular figure around the box.
What a LEGEND
Great Job ANDO!!
Member since:
Early 2015
Favourite Movement:
With all my shoulder injuries over the years, it’s hard to imagine but Handstand Push-ups is my favourite movement.
Favourite WOD:
Cindy, but Helen is not a bad workout either!
Least favourite WOD:
66 : Blew out and still working through the WOD into the 5.30 session – pressure to finish !
Favourite tool:
JP and Jason – they are both my favourite tools!
Results that you have achieved:
I feel stronger & fitter
Occupation:
Manager
Nickname:
Ando
Hobbies:
Crossfit, and recovering from Crossfit.
Favourite food/meal:
Choo Chee Barramundi from Spices at the Bay, with added protein powder.
3 month fitness goal:
To go 3 months without straining my calf and not whinging about it!
What’s something we don’t know about you:
In 1975, I was in a commercial for Australian Motors. I was the newspaper boy holding up the paper yelling out “Extra, Extra, read all about it. Great Guys do it again!” I used to get recognised as “That newspaper kid!”. I think I got paid about $12.50 for it!
Why did you choose Crossfit:
So I could beat Peter. I noticed he was getting too fit for my liking!
What words of advice would you give to anyone wanting to give Crossfit a go:
Get your technique right and listen to the coaches.
Last PR achieved:
Deadlift 1RM -175kgs
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - November
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Josh Story
Over 4 years in the making, congratulations to one of our long time members JOSH STORY!
Storz is like part of the furniture at brawn, very much a local working a couple blocks down at Desyn Homes. Builder by day, Crossfitter by night and home renos later that night! Joshy is always on the go but still puts in 100% when he's at the box throwing down at the 5:30 session. Over the years he has hit some monstrous lifts on the barbell, is always an absolute demon on the AB and row and handles his own on the gymnastic side of things quite well for a big unit. Fitness isn't the only thing Josh has found at Brawn ;) Pairing up with Tamara for more than just a partner WOD. Truly one of the nicest guys going around the box, hats off to this legend for taking out the last member of the month for 2017!
Storz is like part of the furniture at brawn, very much a local working a couple blocks down at Desyn Homes. Builder by day, Crossfitter by night and home renos later that night! Joshy is always on the go but still puts in 100% when he's at the box throwing down at the 5:30 session. Over the years he has hit some monstrous lifts on the barbell, is always an absolute demon on the AB and row and handles his own on the gymnastic side of things quite well for a big unit. Fitness isn't the only thing Josh has found at Brawn ;) Pairing up with Tamara for more than just a partner WOD. Truly one of the nicest guys going around the box, hats off to this legend for taking out the last member of the month for 2017!
Member since: August 2013
Favourite cross fit movement: Cleans and the odd Jerk
Favourite WOD:Most of them once I’ve recovered
Least favourite movements: Burpees
Least favourite WOD: Anything with Burpees
Favourite cross fit tool: Barbell
Results that you have achieved: Strength in my legs that help support my bad knee, My knee is feeling great.
Occupation: Builder
Do you have a nickname? Storz, Stalker, Story, Tall Story, Likely Story, What-sa Story, Big Dog
Hobbies: Sports, renovating
Favourite food/meal: Steak
3 month fitness goal: Keep active and maintain the fitness
What’s something that we don’t know about you: I was a professional fisherman/deckhand on a cray fishing boat for a season.
Why did you choose CrossFit: I chose Crossfit because I needed to find something that would get my heart rate up, I can’t run because of my knee so I was short of options in the gym. After first walking into Brawn, immediately I felt I was in the right place and the coaches didn’t make me feel any less than welcome even though I couldn’t do some movements due to my knee. Straight away I was achieving goals and noticing results.
Last PR achieved: last PR was a 75kg snatch for 2 reps. Snatch’s haven’t been my best movement.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go: Just give it a shot, don’t be afraid to walk in with no idea what to do. The hardest thing is walking in that door for the first time, once you do, you’ll be glad you did. And ladies, Crossfit doesn’t make you bulky so don’t use that as an excuse.
Favourite cross fit movement: Cleans and the odd Jerk
Favourite WOD:Most of them once I’ve recovered
Least favourite movements: Burpees
Least favourite WOD: Anything with Burpees
Favourite cross fit tool: Barbell
Results that you have achieved: Strength in my legs that help support my bad knee, My knee is feeling great.
Occupation: Builder
Do you have a nickname? Storz, Stalker, Story, Tall Story, Likely Story, What-sa Story, Big Dog
Hobbies: Sports, renovating
Favourite food/meal: Steak
3 month fitness goal: Keep active and maintain the fitness
What’s something that we don’t know about you: I was a professional fisherman/deckhand on a cray fishing boat for a season.
Why did you choose CrossFit: I chose Crossfit because I needed to find something that would get my heart rate up, I can’t run because of my knee so I was short of options in the gym. After first walking into Brawn, immediately I felt I was in the right place and the coaches didn’t make me feel any less than welcome even though I couldn’t do some movements due to my knee. Straight away I was achieving goals and noticing results.
Last PR achieved: last PR was a 75kg snatch for 2 reps. Snatch’s haven’t been my best movement.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go: Just give it a shot, don’t be afraid to walk in with no idea what to do. The hardest thing is walking in that door for the first time, once you do, you’ll be glad you did. And ladies, Crossfit doesn’t make you bulky so don’t use that as an excuse.
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH -
OCTOBER ..... Teresa Humphris
I joined in feb/March this year
My favourite movement would be deadlifts
My favourite WOD would be ‘the Don’ or any of the corearama workouts.
My least favourite movements would be OHS or the bikes..
Least favourite WOD ones that contain both those movements!!
Fav crossfit tool - the chalk or wrist straps!
Reach my goal of lift over 100kgs after 3 months at the gym and managed muscle ups after 4ish months! I haven’t ‘lost’ weight since starting but my body shape has definitely changed/toned and my fitness level has massively increased!
Occupation - police
Nickname - Wally
Hobbies - basketball, netball, volleyball
Fav food/meal - slow cooked silverside with roast veggies! (& I do enjoy a feel good iced coffee 😳)
3 month goal is to dead lift 120kg (double my body weight)
Something most ppl don’t know - i dropped out of uni after doing 6 months to build Victa lawnmowers!!
I joined crossfit because Will harassed me for 4 years to ‘workout’ with him (I think it was his ‘nice’ way of telling me I had let myself go a bit after having kids!! 😂)
Last PR - probably last nights jerk/split combo of 62.5... I think my heaviest OH lift was around 50kgs.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving Crossfit a go?
It’s a great, fun environment - nothing at all like a gym and everyone is really supportive. It’s the best way I have been able to achieve weight loss and fitness goals!
Thanks! 😊
My favourite movement would be deadlifts
My favourite WOD would be ‘the Don’ or any of the corearama workouts.
My least favourite movements would be OHS or the bikes..
Least favourite WOD ones that contain both those movements!!
Fav crossfit tool - the chalk or wrist straps!
Reach my goal of lift over 100kgs after 3 months at the gym and managed muscle ups after 4ish months! I haven’t ‘lost’ weight since starting but my body shape has definitely changed/toned and my fitness level has massively increased!
Occupation - police
Nickname - Wally
Hobbies - basketball, netball, volleyball
Fav food/meal - slow cooked silverside with roast veggies! (& I do enjoy a feel good iced coffee 😳)
3 month goal is to dead lift 120kg (double my body weight)
Something most ppl don’t know - i dropped out of uni after doing 6 months to build Victa lawnmowers!!
I joined crossfit because Will harassed me for 4 years to ‘workout’ with him (I think it was his ‘nice’ way of telling me I had let myself go a bit after having kids!! 😂)
Last PR - probably last nights jerk/split combo of 62.5... I think my heaviest OH lift was around 50kgs.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving Crossfit a go?
It’s a great, fun environment - nothing at all like a gym and everyone is really supportive. It’s the best way I have been able to achieve weight loss and fitness goals!
Thanks! 😊
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - JULY 2017..... Chris Jordan
Member since: January 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Any Clean or Snatch Movement. Also a fan of hand stand push ups.
Favourite WOD: Nancy was the first one I ever did so I’ll always have a soft spot for her!
Least favourite movements: Anything gymnastic. My flexibility is terrible but I’m working on it slowly.
Least favourite WOD: No least favourite but chippers get to me mentally. The ‘Don’ benchmark earlier this month left me in a terrible dark hole!
Favourite cross fit tool: My roller first thing in the morning gets the back straight before a WOD!
Results that you have achieved: I dropped 16kgs in my first 3 months at Crossfit Brawn and lost 5 inches off my waist along with a continual improvement in hip strength which has done me well while playing footy. Using Crossfit as my main rehab after my knee recon in 2015 allowed me to return to footy after 50 weeks on the sidelines. Competing in BOB 7 and finishing 1st in the scaled teams was awesome as well.
Occupation: Sales Manager
Do you have a nickname? CJ
Hobbies: Footy/ Crossfit
Favourite food/meal: I like anything meaty- BBQ’s, Ribs, Chicken Wings
3 month fitness goal: I’d love to be able to do ring muscle ups consistently and pull off my first bar muscle up. It’s been years in the making! Along with that being able to do a handstand walk of any distance would be unreal!
What’s something that we don’t know about you? After I left school I was a full time shearer for 4 years from the age of 17 until I was 21 before I moved to Adelaide.
Why did you choose CrossFit? I moved interstate for work for a year and in that time I didn’t play footy and I let me gym time slip but kept eating the way I normally do. When I got back to Adelaide and had the chance to get back into sport I needed to improve my fitness quickly and lose weight badly. I chose Crossfit as a great all round fitness regime that would give me what I needed in the shortest amount of time with a list of physical benefits that would help me along the way in all facets of my life both sporting and personal. Haven’t looked back since.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving Crossfit a go? Just do it. Celebrate your own achievements and don’t take any notice of what others are doing around you. Notice and acknowledge your own improvements, work on your weaknesses and don’t be selective in what WOD’s you attend. Just get in and do the best you can. Even completing your worst performance and weakest exercise or movement will leave you feeling a great sense of achievement. Staying in bed gets your nowhere.
Last PR achieved: 105kg Power Clean at BOB 8
Favourite cross fit movement: Any Clean or Snatch Movement. Also a fan of hand stand push ups.
Favourite WOD: Nancy was the first one I ever did so I’ll always have a soft spot for her!
Least favourite movements: Anything gymnastic. My flexibility is terrible but I’m working on it slowly.
Least favourite WOD: No least favourite but chippers get to me mentally. The ‘Don’ benchmark earlier this month left me in a terrible dark hole!
Favourite cross fit tool: My roller first thing in the morning gets the back straight before a WOD!
Results that you have achieved: I dropped 16kgs in my first 3 months at Crossfit Brawn and lost 5 inches off my waist along with a continual improvement in hip strength which has done me well while playing footy. Using Crossfit as my main rehab after my knee recon in 2015 allowed me to return to footy after 50 weeks on the sidelines. Competing in BOB 7 and finishing 1st in the scaled teams was awesome as well.
Occupation: Sales Manager
Do you have a nickname? CJ
Hobbies: Footy/ Crossfit
Favourite food/meal: I like anything meaty- BBQ’s, Ribs, Chicken Wings
3 month fitness goal: I’d love to be able to do ring muscle ups consistently and pull off my first bar muscle up. It’s been years in the making! Along with that being able to do a handstand walk of any distance would be unreal!
What’s something that we don’t know about you? After I left school I was a full time shearer for 4 years from the age of 17 until I was 21 before I moved to Adelaide.
Why did you choose CrossFit? I moved interstate for work for a year and in that time I didn’t play footy and I let me gym time slip but kept eating the way I normally do. When I got back to Adelaide and had the chance to get back into sport I needed to improve my fitness quickly and lose weight badly. I chose Crossfit as a great all round fitness regime that would give me what I needed in the shortest amount of time with a list of physical benefits that would help me along the way in all facets of my life both sporting and personal. Haven’t looked back since.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving Crossfit a go? Just do it. Celebrate your own achievements and don’t take any notice of what others are doing around you. Notice and acknowledge your own improvements, work on your weaknesses and don’t be selective in what WOD’s you attend. Just get in and do the best you can. Even completing your worst performance and weakest exercise or movement will leave you feeling a great sense of achievement. Staying in bed gets your nowhere.
Last PR achieved: 105kg Power Clean at BOB 8
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - JUNE 2017..... Nathan Elliott
Member since: Brawn, June/July 2016 but Crossfit since mid 2013
Favourite cross fit movement: power cleans & wall balls
Favourite WOD: its either Linda or Fight gone bad
Least favourite movements: burpees & ring dips
Least favourite WOD: fight gone bad or murph
Favourite cross fit tool: chalk
Results that you have achieved: consistency with training
Occupation: factory
Do you have a nickname? Lurchy
Hobbies: TV, walks, coffees, catching up with friends and long drives
Favourite food/meal: Pizza, chicken schnitzel or meat pie with sauce
3 month fitness goal: a decent set of abs, confidence to beable to run by myself and just consistency with training
What’s something that we don’t know about you? F'N love Snapchat @lurch86 lol
Im a big time crier and huge wrestling fan...... HUGE!!!
Why did you choose CrossFit? My friend dragged me out in 2013, took me a couple months to finally go and I never stopped until 2015 had a year and a half off and found myself at brawn in 2016
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Give it a crack and if ya don't enjoy it, it's not for you.
Last PR achieved: off the top of my head I'd have up say the 5km run
Favourite cross fit movement: power cleans & wall balls
Favourite WOD: its either Linda or Fight gone bad
Least favourite movements: burpees & ring dips
Least favourite WOD: fight gone bad or murph
Favourite cross fit tool: chalk
Results that you have achieved: consistency with training
Occupation: factory
Do you have a nickname? Lurchy
Hobbies: TV, walks, coffees, catching up with friends and long drives
Favourite food/meal: Pizza, chicken schnitzel or meat pie with sauce
3 month fitness goal: a decent set of abs, confidence to beable to run by myself and just consistency with training
What’s something that we don’t know about you? F'N love Snapchat @lurch86 lol
Im a big time crier and huge wrestling fan...... HUGE!!!
Why did you choose CrossFit? My friend dragged me out in 2013, took me a couple months to finally go and I never stopped until 2015 had a year and a half off and found myself at brawn in 2016
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Give it a crack and if ya don't enjoy it, it's not for you.
Last PR achieved: off the top of my head I'd have up say the 5km run
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - MARCH 2017
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH FOR MARCH is.........Lisa Geddes
Lisa's (GEDfit) has been thriving in the WOD's and our BOX community. She's a trainer herself and has recently been hitting up our lunchtime WOD's on an extremely consistent basis. Lisa has got some great results and at the same time has kept her ego at bay and ensured she's always focused on technique first. With a tendency to cry during deadlifts and a hard work ethic she is well on her way to taking her fitness above and beyond her expectations. She's currently on "holiday" completing a 85km running tour around NZ, as you do!
Keep GEDding Fit GEDDES!!
Member since: January (drop ins since nov)
Favourite cross fit movement: Deadlift / pull up
Favourite WOD: haven't liked one of JPs yet but 16.4 thrusters and burpees
Least favourite movements: double unders/HSPU
Least favourite WOD: that one with bulk OHS where I got pins and needles in my arm cause my mobility was so offensive
Favourite cross fit tool: chalk
Results that you have achieved: increased 47 reps in March retest (Fight gone BAD)
Occupation: Owner GEDfit - PT and Small group training
Do you have a nickname? GEDsfit (according to j Wagner)
Hobbies: trail running / adventures
Favourite food/meal: BREAKFAST! Smoothie + eggs avo spinach and yummy bread.
3 month fitness goal: compete in a crossfit comp and run another half mara
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I am blind AF and wear contact lenses and love GEDding FIT!
Why did you choose CrossFit? I have always loved cross training but I was always a little hesitant in actually signing up to a crossfit box. After dropping into many, Brawn was the standout. I absolutely love the vibe - bangers playing always, ridiculously hard WODs that have science behind their programming, the legit coaches who provide banter but solid coaching and the healthy competition with other members.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? I genuinely don't know a better feeling than being fit and I love how crossfit pushes you beyond your perceived capabilities.
Last PR achieved: 140kg deadlift
Lisa's (GEDfit) has been thriving in the WOD's and our BOX community. She's a trainer herself and has recently been hitting up our lunchtime WOD's on an extremely consistent basis. Lisa has got some great results and at the same time has kept her ego at bay and ensured she's always focused on technique first. With a tendency to cry during deadlifts and a hard work ethic she is well on her way to taking her fitness above and beyond her expectations. She's currently on "holiday" completing a 85km running tour around NZ, as you do!
Keep GEDding Fit GEDDES!!
Member since: January (drop ins since nov)
Favourite cross fit movement: Deadlift / pull up
Favourite WOD: haven't liked one of JPs yet but 16.4 thrusters and burpees
Least favourite movements: double unders/HSPU
Least favourite WOD: that one with bulk OHS where I got pins and needles in my arm cause my mobility was so offensive
Favourite cross fit tool: chalk
Results that you have achieved: increased 47 reps in March retest (Fight gone BAD)
Occupation: Owner GEDfit - PT and Small group training
Do you have a nickname? GEDsfit (according to j Wagner)
Hobbies: trail running / adventures
Favourite food/meal: BREAKFAST! Smoothie + eggs avo spinach and yummy bread.
3 month fitness goal: compete in a crossfit comp and run another half mara
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I am blind AF and wear contact lenses and love GEDding FIT!
Why did you choose CrossFit? I have always loved cross training but I was always a little hesitant in actually signing up to a crossfit box. After dropping into many, Brawn was the standout. I absolutely love the vibe - bangers playing always, ridiculously hard WODs that have science behind their programming, the legit coaches who provide banter but solid coaching and the healthy competition with other members.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? I genuinely don't know a better feeling than being fit and I love how crossfit pushes you beyond your perceived capabilities.
Last PR achieved: 140kg deadlift
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - FEBRUARY 2017
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Athlete of the month for FEBRUARY 2017 is : RYAN SHAW
"ROSSCO" has been with us for just over 3 months and has been an absolute workhorse!
He consistently rocks up to around 5 WOD's every week at 6am!
This consistency and dedication has seen him lose 10kgs and really turn his health and fitness around!
Sometimes the hardest part is getting started and Ryan has shown with some dedication, consistency and some small changes to his lifestyle you can get some serious long lasting results in a short time frame!
Well done mate!!
Member since: November 2016
Favourite cross fit movement: Deadlift
Favourite WOD: Anything cardio based
Least favourite movements: Overhead Squats
Least favourite WOD: Any WOD with lots of squatting
Favourite cross fit tool: Barbell / Chalk!
Results that you have achieved: Have lost nearly 10kgs, increased strength and mobility is improving.
Occupation: Construction Manager
Do you have a nickname? Rossco
Hobbies: Football, Golf, Hanging at the beach.
Favourite food/meal: Mexican
3 month fitness goal: Continue to work on my mobility and lifting technique. Minimise scaling of WOD’s.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I’m about as colour-blind as a human can get.
Why did you choose CrossFit? My wife had done Crossfit for a couple of years and convinced me to give it a go, I had seen the results her and other friends have achieved and always liked the format of the workouts etc. I generally based my fitness around long cardio sessions mainly running and the short intense workouts Crossfit offer that incorporate weights and a variety of movements are great and challenging.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving CrossFit a go? The hardest part is stepping out of your comfort zone and attending your first session. I can confidently say that once you have you won’t look back. The coaching, support and encouragement received is second to none. The crew you work-out with are great and the vibe in the gym is always awesome.
Last PR achieved: 140KG Deadlift
"ROSSCO" has been with us for just over 3 months and has been an absolute workhorse!
He consistently rocks up to around 5 WOD's every week at 6am!
This consistency and dedication has seen him lose 10kgs and really turn his health and fitness around!
Sometimes the hardest part is getting started and Ryan has shown with some dedication, consistency and some small changes to his lifestyle you can get some serious long lasting results in a short time frame!
Well done mate!!
Member since: November 2016
Favourite cross fit movement: Deadlift
Favourite WOD: Anything cardio based
Least favourite movements: Overhead Squats
Least favourite WOD: Any WOD with lots of squatting
Favourite cross fit tool: Barbell / Chalk!
Results that you have achieved: Have lost nearly 10kgs, increased strength and mobility is improving.
Occupation: Construction Manager
Do you have a nickname? Rossco
Hobbies: Football, Golf, Hanging at the beach.
Favourite food/meal: Mexican
3 month fitness goal: Continue to work on my mobility and lifting technique. Minimise scaling of WOD’s.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I’m about as colour-blind as a human can get.
Why did you choose CrossFit? My wife had done Crossfit for a couple of years and convinced me to give it a go, I had seen the results her and other friends have achieved and always liked the format of the workouts etc. I generally based my fitness around long cardio sessions mainly running and the short intense workouts Crossfit offer that incorporate weights and a variety of movements are great and challenging.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving CrossFit a go? The hardest part is stepping out of your comfort zone and attending your first session. I can confidently say that once you have you won’t look back. The coaching, support and encouragement received is second to none. The crew you work-out with are great and the vibe in the gym is always awesome.
Last PR achieved: 140KG Deadlift
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH- DECEMBER 2016
Athlete of the month for December 2016 is : SONIA KOLPAK
Sonia has been with us for just over a year and started in our 6 week challenge group which really kick started her transfromation. She then moved into the WOD's consistently showing up with a smile to the 6am sessions 4-5 times a week. Sonia has improved in all areas including her strength, cardiovascular fitness and she's looking great.
Well Done Sonia!!!
Member since: January 2016
Favourite cross fit movement: Back squat and Push Press
Favourite WOD: No favourite, I just love the variety of the WODs
Least favourite movements: Assault bike
Least favourite WOD: anything that includes lots of AD cals
Favourite cross fit tool: The music, barbell, Wodify and my CF shoes.
Results that you have achieved: Lots! But if I were to pick one, I would have to say my strength has increased dramatically from when I first started.
Occupation: Chartered Accountant 🤓
Do you have a nickname? Son, Sonny, Soz, SoKo, Dada😉
Hobbies: CrossFit, cooking, chasing the sun
Favourite food/meal: Greek, Italian & Thai food; raspberries…….ohhh, and champagne
3 month fitness goal: Gold stars (PR's) and a Pull-up with no band
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I’m an April Fool
Why did you choose CrossFit? Before I started CrossFit I'd been doing the same bootcamp for 2 years. My results had plateaued and it was time for a change. I wanted to try something more challenging but also wanted to continue training in a supportive group environment, so I gave CrossFit a go and haven’t looked back.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Get amongst it! I was scared at first, didn’t understand the lingo and almost died in my first session. I know that my weights are nowhere near what some girls are lifting, but I am constantly challenging myself and improving every day. I am super proud (and amazed!) at how far I’ve come. The coaches offer great support and encouragement and I train with an awesome bunch of people.
Last PR achieved: 70kg Deadlift and my first Rope Climb!
Sonia has been with us for just over a year and started in our 6 week challenge group which really kick started her transfromation. She then moved into the WOD's consistently showing up with a smile to the 6am sessions 4-5 times a week. Sonia has improved in all areas including her strength, cardiovascular fitness and she's looking great.
Well Done Sonia!!!
Member since: January 2016
Favourite cross fit movement: Back squat and Push Press
Favourite WOD: No favourite, I just love the variety of the WODs
Least favourite movements: Assault bike
Least favourite WOD: anything that includes lots of AD cals
Favourite cross fit tool: The music, barbell, Wodify and my CF shoes.
Results that you have achieved: Lots! But if I were to pick one, I would have to say my strength has increased dramatically from when I first started.
Occupation: Chartered Accountant 🤓
Do you have a nickname? Son, Sonny, Soz, SoKo, Dada😉
Hobbies: CrossFit, cooking, chasing the sun
Favourite food/meal: Greek, Italian & Thai food; raspberries…….ohhh, and champagne
3 month fitness goal: Gold stars (PR's) and a Pull-up with no band
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I’m an April Fool
Why did you choose CrossFit? Before I started CrossFit I'd been doing the same bootcamp for 2 years. My results had plateaued and it was time for a change. I wanted to try something more challenging but also wanted to continue training in a supportive group environment, so I gave CrossFit a go and haven’t looked back.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Get amongst it! I was scared at first, didn’t understand the lingo and almost died in my first session. I know that my weights are nowhere near what some girls are lifting, but I am constantly challenging myself and improving every day. I am super proud (and amazed!) at how far I’ve come. The coaches offer great support and encouragement and I train with an awesome bunch of people.
Last PR achieved: 70kg Deadlift and my first Rope Climb!
Athlete of the month - OCTOBER
Athlete of the month for October is LOUISE JOLLEY!
Lou first came into contact with us to break through a training rut and try something new with our outdoor 6 week challenge groups before finally transitioning into the WOD's. Since then she's fully converted and made some amazing transformations, also getting her partner in crime David on board along the way. Rain, hail or shine, Lou has been one of our most consistent members always giving it a 100% and continues to improve and always has a Jolley old time doing so!
Member since: January 2016
Favourite Crossfit movement: I must say I do like a deadlift!
Favourite WOD: I loved the Mayhem chipper! It was my first WOD where I learnt that going as fast as you can is not always the right way. Sometimes stopping getting your breath back resetting and going again is a better option. It was also probably my best bench mark retest time too!
Least favourite movements: anything involving wall balls
Least favourite WOD: anything involving wall balls
Favourite cross fit tool: the skipping rope, even though when I'm using it I hate it!!
Results that you have achieved: weight loss, improved fitness and a complete new look at the way I train
Occupation: police officer 👮
Do you have a nickname? Cheese
Hobbies: cooking cleaning and looking after David
Favourite food/meal: steak!
3 month fitness goal: To keep pushing my weights. I usually shy away from adding on the extra kgs and tell myself it's too heavy!
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I really don't like to play monopoly
Why did you choose CrossFit?
I started the 6 week boot camp in January as I was really struggling to lose weight after my second baby and couldn't find anything that worked or I enjoyed. During the 6 weeks i joined in on a few WODS and even though I couldn't understand what the workout was or how I should be lifting I knew I was going to get involved with it. The weight loss, improved fitness, great coaching and friendly atmosphere got me hooked and I've not looked back since!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
I never thought crossfit was for me I mean I was trying to lose weight not gain massive muscles. But I soon realised that weights were my friends and they have helped me get back to where I was before having kids, to be honest I'm in better shape now then I've ever been thanks to crossfit. Its the only time that I can totally forget about my hectic life and just focus on what needs to be done! It's an addictive game but you've got to be in it to win it 😉
Last PR achieved: back squats at 72.5kg
Lou first came into contact with us to break through a training rut and try something new with our outdoor 6 week challenge groups before finally transitioning into the WOD's. Since then she's fully converted and made some amazing transformations, also getting her partner in crime David on board along the way. Rain, hail or shine, Lou has been one of our most consistent members always giving it a 100% and continues to improve and always has a Jolley old time doing so!
Member since: January 2016
Favourite Crossfit movement: I must say I do like a deadlift!
Favourite WOD: I loved the Mayhem chipper! It was my first WOD where I learnt that going as fast as you can is not always the right way. Sometimes stopping getting your breath back resetting and going again is a better option. It was also probably my best bench mark retest time too!
Least favourite movements: anything involving wall balls
Least favourite WOD: anything involving wall balls
Favourite cross fit tool: the skipping rope, even though when I'm using it I hate it!!
Results that you have achieved: weight loss, improved fitness and a complete new look at the way I train
Occupation: police officer 👮
Do you have a nickname? Cheese
Hobbies: cooking cleaning and looking after David
Favourite food/meal: steak!
3 month fitness goal: To keep pushing my weights. I usually shy away from adding on the extra kgs and tell myself it's too heavy!
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I really don't like to play monopoly
Why did you choose CrossFit?
I started the 6 week boot camp in January as I was really struggling to lose weight after my second baby and couldn't find anything that worked or I enjoyed. During the 6 weeks i joined in on a few WODS and even though I couldn't understand what the workout was or how I should be lifting I knew I was going to get involved with it. The weight loss, improved fitness, great coaching and friendly atmosphere got me hooked and I've not looked back since!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
I never thought crossfit was for me I mean I was trying to lose weight not gain massive muscles. But I soon realised that weights were my friends and they have helped me get back to where I was before having kids, to be honest I'm in better shape now then I've ever been thanks to crossfit. Its the only time that I can totally forget about my hectic life and just focus on what needs to be done! It's an addictive game but you've got to be in it to win it 😉
Last PR achieved: back squats at 72.5kg
Athlete of the month - SEPTEMBER
Septembers Athlete of the Month is....Andrew Thomas.
Tommo has been with Brawn for 2 years now and continues to excel across the board with some super impressive WOD times and massive numbers. Check him out giving it a red hot crack at his first comp at BOB7 this weekend! Good work legend!
Member since:
Sep 2014
Favourite crossfit movement:
HSPU/walk
Favourite WOD:
Grace
Least favourite movements:
Anything with a squat
Least favourite WOD:
Kelly, I've never done it but it looks hard!
Favourite cross fit tool:
Pull-up bar
Results that you have achieved:
Lost 4kg in last 6 week challenge
Occupation:
Pilot at Virgin
Do you have a nickname?
Tommo
Hobbies:
Golf, surfing Favourite food/meal: Eye fillet steak
3 month fitness goal:
Drop another 2kg and get an awesome tan for summer
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
I can speak 3 languages
Why did you choose CrossFit?
My wife dragged me along kicking and screaming
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? The hardest part is making the decision to go, once you do you won't look back
PR achieved:
107kg C + J
Tommo has been with Brawn for 2 years now and continues to excel across the board with some super impressive WOD times and massive numbers. Check him out giving it a red hot crack at his first comp at BOB7 this weekend! Good work legend!
Member since:
Sep 2014
Favourite crossfit movement:
HSPU/walk
Favourite WOD:
Grace
Least favourite movements:
Anything with a squat
Least favourite WOD:
Kelly, I've never done it but it looks hard!
Favourite cross fit tool:
Pull-up bar
Results that you have achieved:
Lost 4kg in last 6 week challenge
Occupation:
Pilot at Virgin
Do you have a nickname?
Tommo
Hobbies:
Golf, surfing Favourite food/meal: Eye fillet steak
3 month fitness goal:
Drop another 2kg and get an awesome tan for summer
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
I can speak 3 languages
Why did you choose CrossFit?
My wife dragged me along kicking and screaming
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? The hardest part is making the decision to go, once you do you won't look back
PR achieved:
107kg C + J
Athlete of the month - JULY
July's athlete of the month is..... Dazz Camilleri!
Lunchtime legend Dazz is a Crossfit Brawn OG and has been with us since day one! Always super consistent but has really stepped it up into second gear as of late crushing some massive numbers in his lifts and conquering some of the more technically challenging movements like OHS and muscleups along the way... not bad for a bloke that had the mobility of tinman when he started!
Whether it be a bit of WOD banter, whipping out the Dazz Cam or just bit of a yarn he certainty knows how to make training fun and is a great example that persisting will equate to progressing.
Keep at it legend..... Yeah, yeah!
Member since: Mid to late 2012- back in the days of the brawn garage gym
Favourite cross fit movement: Cleans and anything with a kettlebell
Favourite WOD: Elizabeth
Least favourite movements: Handstand push ups, slowly becoming friends with overhead squats!
Least favourite WOD: Anything where high rep deadlifts and handstand push ups are involved together
Favourite cross fit tool: Kettlebell, barbell and my collection of shoes
Results that you have achieved: Going from training at the gym 5 days a week, to mixing gym & CrossFit, then switching to CrossFit full time I have gained big improvements in all areas.
Occupation: Business Owner / Technician
Do you have a nickname? Dazz
Hobbies: Motocross / Crossfit / Travel and listening to podcasts
Favourite food/meal: A good gourmet burger or Thai
3 month fitness goal: Continue on the path I’m on and work harder on my mobility to help improve
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I have a pet kangaroo
Why did you choose CrossFit? A class was being held in the basement of my old gym, by none other than JP! I was hooked pretty quick, you could say it choose me!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? First thing is to just turn up, give it a try, and then keep turning up. If you come to CrossFit your time will be more efficiently used and you’ll get better results. At the same time, you’re training with like-minded people, and pushing your limits further than you think you are capable of. No need to be scared off, movements can be adjusted (scaled) to suit every person… what price do you put on your health, give it a try, you will love it and the results speak for themselves.
PR achieved: 200kg Deadlift
Lunchtime legend Dazz is a Crossfit Brawn OG and has been with us since day one! Always super consistent but has really stepped it up into second gear as of late crushing some massive numbers in his lifts and conquering some of the more technically challenging movements like OHS and muscleups along the way... not bad for a bloke that had the mobility of tinman when he started!
Whether it be a bit of WOD banter, whipping out the Dazz Cam or just bit of a yarn he certainty knows how to make training fun and is a great example that persisting will equate to progressing.
Keep at it legend..... Yeah, yeah!
Member since: Mid to late 2012- back in the days of the brawn garage gym
Favourite cross fit movement: Cleans and anything with a kettlebell
Favourite WOD: Elizabeth
Least favourite movements: Handstand push ups, slowly becoming friends with overhead squats!
Least favourite WOD: Anything where high rep deadlifts and handstand push ups are involved together
Favourite cross fit tool: Kettlebell, barbell and my collection of shoes
Results that you have achieved: Going from training at the gym 5 days a week, to mixing gym & CrossFit, then switching to CrossFit full time I have gained big improvements in all areas.
Occupation: Business Owner / Technician
Do you have a nickname? Dazz
Hobbies: Motocross / Crossfit / Travel and listening to podcasts
Favourite food/meal: A good gourmet burger or Thai
3 month fitness goal: Continue on the path I’m on and work harder on my mobility to help improve
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I have a pet kangaroo
Why did you choose CrossFit? A class was being held in the basement of my old gym, by none other than JP! I was hooked pretty quick, you could say it choose me!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? First thing is to just turn up, give it a try, and then keep turning up. If you come to CrossFit your time will be more efficiently used and you’ll get better results. At the same time, you’re training with like-minded people, and pushing your limits further than you think you are capable of. No need to be scared off, movements can be adjusted (scaled) to suit every person… what price do you put on your health, give it a try, you will love it and the results speak for themselves.
PR achieved: 200kg Deadlift
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - JUNE 2016
Athlete of the month for June is......Mel Baum!
What a well deserved winner, Mel comes from a body building background and she has really embraced CrossFit and the difference in training style. This and being consistent in her approach has rubbed off in her results and performance in the box. She's been a true gun and has just recently competed in Battle of the Brawn 6... coming in 4th place in scaled teams. Not a bad effort considering she only started Crossfit late last year.
Well done Mel, keep kicking goals!
Member since: Around Dec 2015
Favourite cross fit movement: Squats! Squats! Squats!
Favourite WOD: Anything with the 21/15/9 set up.
Least favourite movements: Gymnastic movements!!
Least favourite WOD: Again... anything involving gymnastics.
Favourite Crossfit tool: Olympic Bar
Results that you have achieved: Massive improvement in 1RM strength as well as overall conditioning.
Occupation: Firefighter
Do you have a nickname? Ultimatum as in the Baum Ultimatum! sisters is Supremacy and brother is Identity
Hobbies: Surf, Footy, Crossfit.
Favourite food/meal: Dirty Yiros at 3am in the morning! haha nah anything Thai or Vietnamese.
3 month fitness goal: After a couple of slower months due to an injury, keen to really get back into it and focus more on my physical strength and endurance as well as my olympic lifting technique.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I was a contestant on the price is right haha walked away with a sweet unknown brand TV and Surround System!
Why did you choose CrossFit? After a many years doing bodybuilding I was bored and looking for a new challenge and something different.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? The best decision I've made in a long time was organising a trial at Brawn 6 months ago. Didn't think I'd know anyone who trained there either, turns out Adelaide is a very small place. Amazing coaches and an awesome bunch of people to train with and push you to your limits and you literally walk out knowing you gave 100% and had absolutely nothing left to give! Never got that from getting my pump on without even working up a sweat or swapping Arnold Schwarzenegger inspirational quotes over post gym protein shakes.
Last PR achieved: 105kg Back Squat
What a well deserved winner, Mel comes from a body building background and she has really embraced CrossFit and the difference in training style. This and being consistent in her approach has rubbed off in her results and performance in the box. She's been a true gun and has just recently competed in Battle of the Brawn 6... coming in 4th place in scaled teams. Not a bad effort considering she only started Crossfit late last year.
Well done Mel, keep kicking goals!
Member since: Around Dec 2015
Favourite cross fit movement: Squats! Squats! Squats!
Favourite WOD: Anything with the 21/15/9 set up.
Least favourite movements: Gymnastic movements!!
Least favourite WOD: Again... anything involving gymnastics.
Favourite Crossfit tool: Olympic Bar
Results that you have achieved: Massive improvement in 1RM strength as well as overall conditioning.
Occupation: Firefighter
Do you have a nickname? Ultimatum as in the Baum Ultimatum! sisters is Supremacy and brother is Identity
Hobbies: Surf, Footy, Crossfit.
Favourite food/meal: Dirty Yiros at 3am in the morning! haha nah anything Thai or Vietnamese.
3 month fitness goal: After a couple of slower months due to an injury, keen to really get back into it and focus more on my physical strength and endurance as well as my olympic lifting technique.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I was a contestant on the price is right haha walked away with a sweet unknown brand TV and Surround System!
Why did you choose CrossFit? After a many years doing bodybuilding I was bored and looking for a new challenge and something different.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? The best decision I've made in a long time was organising a trial at Brawn 6 months ago. Didn't think I'd know anyone who trained there either, turns out Adelaide is a very small place. Amazing coaches and an awesome bunch of people to train with and push you to your limits and you literally walk out knowing you gave 100% and had absolutely nothing left to give! Never got that from getting my pump on without even working up a sweat or swapping Arnold Schwarzenegger inspirational quotes over post gym protein shakes.
Last PR achieved: 105kg Back Squat
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - APRIL
Athlete of the month for April is......Erin Cunningham!
Erin has been a member since mid 2015 and has been hitting up the early 6am wods on a regular basis. She's got the best attitude and has embraced the methodologies of Crossfit fully. She gives everything a go and has seen improvements across all aspects of her fitness and strength. Well done Erin!!
Erin's also a great human and is currently fundraising for Muscular Dystrophy SA.
She's raising money for equipment, services and the camps they run etc through out this year. In September she'll be traveling to Cambodia to volunteer with the local communities which involves building a house for a family who has a child with MD, as well as volunteering for Cows for Cambodia and taking food to local communities.
Check out the link to her page:
https://mdmuscleteam.org.au/ac/fundraisers/erin-cunningham
Member since: 2015
Favourite cross fit movement: clean and jerk
Favourite WOD: anything with lifting
Least favourite movements: running
Least favourite WOD: filthy 50
Favourite cross fit tool: bands
Results that you have achieved: I've seen significant improvements in my strength and fitness
Occupation: Occupational therapist
Do you have a nickname? Ez and brockovich (thanks Jason)
Hobbies: crossfit and at the moment fundraising for this years Muscular Dystrophy adventure challenge
Favourite food/meal: Thai
3 month fitness goal: pull-ups with a band
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I'm taking part in the 2016 muscular dystrophy adventure challenge
Why did you choose CrossFit? I wanted to build strength and try more of a functional approach to fitness in which I didn't feel conventional gyms offered me
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Sign up and stick with it! It's hard but also very rewarding Last
PR achieved: clean and jerk 45kg
Erin has been a member since mid 2015 and has been hitting up the early 6am wods on a regular basis. She's got the best attitude and has embraced the methodologies of Crossfit fully. She gives everything a go and has seen improvements across all aspects of her fitness and strength. Well done Erin!!
Erin's also a great human and is currently fundraising for Muscular Dystrophy SA.
She's raising money for equipment, services and the camps they run etc through out this year. In September she'll be traveling to Cambodia to volunteer with the local communities which involves building a house for a family who has a child with MD, as well as volunteering for Cows for Cambodia and taking food to local communities.
Check out the link to her page:
https://mdmuscleteam.org.au/ac/fundraisers/erin-cunningham
Member since: 2015
Favourite cross fit movement: clean and jerk
Favourite WOD: anything with lifting
Least favourite movements: running
Least favourite WOD: filthy 50
Favourite cross fit tool: bands
Results that you have achieved: I've seen significant improvements in my strength and fitness
Occupation: Occupational therapist
Do you have a nickname? Ez and brockovich (thanks Jason)
Hobbies: crossfit and at the moment fundraising for this years Muscular Dystrophy adventure challenge
Favourite food/meal: Thai
3 month fitness goal: pull-ups with a band
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I'm taking part in the 2016 muscular dystrophy adventure challenge
Why did you choose CrossFit? I wanted to build strength and try more of a functional approach to fitness in which I didn't feel conventional gyms offered me
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Sign up and stick with it! It's hard but also very rewarding Last
PR achieved: clean and jerk 45kg
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - JANUARY
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH FOR JANUARY 2016 is... Steve Roennfeldt!
A big congratulations goes out to BIG STEVE!
Steve's really stepped up his commitment and consistency over the past couple of months and this has shown in the amazing results he's achieved. He's attacked all of his weaknesses and given every single WOD 110%, he's already dropped a whopping 9kgs in 2016 and is on fire with his major lifts plus hit 60 cals in 60 secs on the Airdyne!!
Well done Stevo!
Member Since: 2014?
Fav Movement: Deadlift
Fav WOD: Anything short but intense
Least Fav Movement: Definitely burpees
Least Fav WOD: Anything with running in it (especially over 800m!)
Fav CrossFit Tool: Fastlifts
Results: I use to get a lot of back and knee problems but these issues have ceased since training at Brawn. I've also lost 9kg so far in 2016 and feel fitter than I was when I was 20.
Occupation: Owner / Operator @ Steve the Bartender
Nickname: Big Steve
Hobbies: CrossFit
Fav Meal: Breakfast...scrambled or poached eggs on toast. Bacon is a must too.
3 month fitness goal: Get leaner and compete in a local comp once I get a hold of a few movements such as T2B's..
Why did you chose CrossFit: I worked at Gymandfitness.com.au and saw first hand the huge momentum CrossFit was gathering a few years back and thought that I had to give it a go.
Any words of advice for someone thinking of starting Crossfit? thinking of CrossFit: It's hard work, especially to begin with but persist and it'll get easier and you'll see tremendous results. Last PR achieved: 60 cals - 1min AD
A big congratulations goes out to BIG STEVE!
Steve's really stepped up his commitment and consistency over the past couple of months and this has shown in the amazing results he's achieved. He's attacked all of his weaknesses and given every single WOD 110%, he's already dropped a whopping 9kgs in 2016 and is on fire with his major lifts plus hit 60 cals in 60 secs on the Airdyne!!
Well done Stevo!
Member Since: 2014?
Fav Movement: Deadlift
Fav WOD: Anything short but intense
Least Fav Movement: Definitely burpees
Least Fav WOD: Anything with running in it (especially over 800m!)
Fav CrossFit Tool: Fastlifts
Results: I use to get a lot of back and knee problems but these issues have ceased since training at Brawn. I've also lost 9kg so far in 2016 and feel fitter than I was when I was 20.
Occupation: Owner / Operator @ Steve the Bartender
Nickname: Big Steve
Hobbies: CrossFit
Fav Meal: Breakfast...scrambled or poached eggs on toast. Bacon is a must too.
3 month fitness goal: Get leaner and compete in a local comp once I get a hold of a few movements such as T2B's..
Why did you chose CrossFit: I worked at Gymandfitness.com.au and saw first hand the huge momentum CrossFit was gathering a few years back and thought that I had to give it a go.
Any words of advice for someone thinking of starting Crossfit? thinking of CrossFit: It's hard work, especially to begin with but persist and it'll get easier and you'll see tremendous results. Last PR achieved: 60 cals - 1min AD
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - NOVEMBER
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH FOR NOVEMBER - ALF STEED
Big Alfred has only been with us at the box since May this year but has made massive progress in learning a heap of new moves such as muscle ups and the snatch. The pocket rocket always walks in with a smile (sometimes late) and pushes himself to the limit every session. His background in Aussie Rules really stands out as he's a big team player in the box always encouraging and supporting other members to get the most out of their WOD.
Great bloke to have around the BOX, well done Alfie!!
Member since: May
Favourite cross fit movement: D U's
Favourite WOD: Murph
Least favourite movements: Rowing / wall balls
Least favourite WOD: Anything with rowing!
Favourite cross fit tool: Chalk!
Results that you have achieved: The learning of new movements such as muscle ups, Olympic lifts etc..
Occupation: Stevedore...
Do you have a nickname? Steedy or Red
Hobbies: Crossfit!
Favourite food/meal: All food
3 month fitness goal: To increase my VO2 and lactate thresholds and in crease strength.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I'm shy and collect stamps
Why did you choose CrossFit? The brawn community, Crossfit chose me!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Ensure you do your home work and join a box that has experience trainers and great people that are concerned about your gaols and health such as the guys at Brawn!
Last PR achieved: 2:09 Grace
Big Alfred has only been with us at the box since May this year but has made massive progress in learning a heap of new moves such as muscle ups and the snatch. The pocket rocket always walks in with a smile (sometimes late) and pushes himself to the limit every session. His background in Aussie Rules really stands out as he's a big team player in the box always encouraging and supporting other members to get the most out of their WOD.
Great bloke to have around the BOX, well done Alfie!!
Member since: May
Favourite cross fit movement: D U's
Favourite WOD: Murph
Least favourite movements: Rowing / wall balls
Least favourite WOD: Anything with rowing!
Favourite cross fit tool: Chalk!
Results that you have achieved: The learning of new movements such as muscle ups, Olympic lifts etc..
Occupation: Stevedore...
Do you have a nickname? Steedy or Red
Hobbies: Crossfit!
Favourite food/meal: All food
3 month fitness goal: To increase my VO2 and lactate thresholds and in crease strength.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I'm shy and collect stamps
Why did you choose CrossFit? The brawn community, Crossfit chose me!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Ensure you do your home work and join a box that has experience trainers and great people that are concerned about your gaols and health such as the guys at Brawn!
Last PR achieved: 2:09 Grace
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - OCTOBER
OCTOBER's ATHLETE OF THE MONTH is ANDREW WALTER!!
Big shout out to Andrew, who has been training at Brawn since March this year. With an impressive power to weight ratio for someone new to Crossfit Andrew has had some great movement in all of the lifts. He's also seen some serious strength and size gains in a short period of time. Well done Andrew!!
Favourite cross fit movement: Squat Clean
Favourite WOD: Murph - its tough but rewarding.
Least favourite movements: burpees & wall balls
Least favourite WOD: Kelly
Favourite cross fit tool: The Rig
Results that you have achieved: Since joining my strength, fitness and flexibility has improved significantly. Being a lean guy I am pleased with the increase in muscle mass. I think I have put on about 5kg.
Occupation: Business Development Manager / Technology Consultant
Do you have a nickname? not really - Andy or Walter usually works.
Hobbies: Basketball / Playing Drums / good food / travelling / cycling / Crossfit
Favourite food/meal: I love a good burger.
3 month fitness goal: I haven't really thought about it as I am just enjoying the journey. If I had to say something it would be to achieve 100KG clean and to be able to punch out a 10m handstand walk.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I once played a gig supporting The Black Keys.
Why did you choose CrossFit? My brother in law (a cross-fitter) gave me the hard sell and it sounded interesting. After a 2 hour intro session, JP threw me in the deep end starting me off with my first WOD being Kelly. I haven't looked back since.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Bite the bullet sign up and everyone will welcome you with open arms. Stick with it for at least 2 months and you won't look back.
Last PR achieved: Front Squat - 2 reps @ 110kg. / Hang Power Clean - 92.5kg & consecutive bar muscle ups.
Big shout out to Andrew, who has been training at Brawn since March this year. With an impressive power to weight ratio for someone new to Crossfit Andrew has had some great movement in all of the lifts. He's also seen some serious strength and size gains in a short period of time. Well done Andrew!!
Favourite cross fit movement: Squat Clean
Favourite WOD: Murph - its tough but rewarding.
Least favourite movements: burpees & wall balls
Least favourite WOD: Kelly
Favourite cross fit tool: The Rig
Results that you have achieved: Since joining my strength, fitness and flexibility has improved significantly. Being a lean guy I am pleased with the increase in muscle mass. I think I have put on about 5kg.
Occupation: Business Development Manager / Technology Consultant
Do you have a nickname? not really - Andy or Walter usually works.
Hobbies: Basketball / Playing Drums / good food / travelling / cycling / Crossfit
Favourite food/meal: I love a good burger.
3 month fitness goal: I haven't really thought about it as I am just enjoying the journey. If I had to say something it would be to achieve 100KG clean and to be able to punch out a 10m handstand walk.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I once played a gig supporting The Black Keys.
Why did you choose CrossFit? My brother in law (a cross-fitter) gave me the hard sell and it sounded interesting. After a 2 hour intro session, JP threw me in the deep end starting me off with my first WOD being Kelly. I haven't looked back since.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Bite the bullet sign up and everyone will welcome you with open arms. Stick with it for at least 2 months and you won't look back.
Last PR achieved: Front Squat - 2 reps @ 110kg. / Hang Power Clean - 92.5kg & consecutive bar muscle ups.
September 2015 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
SEPTEMBER's ATHLETE OF THE MONTH is KELLY WOODROW!!
Kelly has been with us since December last year and was introduced to us by her friend Kate who came along with her to all of her beginner sessions for support. Over the past 10 months Kelly has been extremely consistent with her attendance. It has been great seeing Kel's confidence go up as well as her results in the gym. Kel's attitude has been great the whole time and deserves a big shout out for getting outside of her comfort zone and giving it a go. So great to see you smiling and hitting constant PR's Kel!! Keep up the great work
Member since: Dec 2014
Fave CF movement: Lifting from the racks. Maybe a push press, I still don't really know the names
Fave WOD: MURPH
Least fave movements: ones I can't do! Anything to do with handstands
Least fave WOD: MURPH haha
Fave CF tool: bands to help me do pull ups and stretch out sore muscles
Results I've achieved: I've really had to work on my range of movement, so getting deeper squats has been a big achievement. Actually being able to do girl push ups now instead of wall ones!
Occupation: teacher
Nickname: (not really) Kel
Hobbies: Crossfit, tv, movies, catching up with friends, traveling, watching AFL
Fave food: chocolate
3 month fitness goal: keep achieving pbs and tone up
Something you don't know about me: I have a cat called Ned.
Why did I choose Crossfit: My friend from interstate gave me introductory sessions for my birthday and came along with me and I got addicted.
Advice to someone thinking about CF: Definitely give it a go. I hated the gym and working out until I came to Brawn. Get a friend to come with you, that's how I got the courage to come. And you really don't need to be very fit, the coaches adapt movements for you, I started with air squats and wall push ups!!
Jason and JP make you feel really welcome and it's a great team atmosphere
Kelly has been with us since December last year and was introduced to us by her friend Kate who came along with her to all of her beginner sessions for support. Over the past 10 months Kelly has been extremely consistent with her attendance. It has been great seeing Kel's confidence go up as well as her results in the gym. Kel's attitude has been great the whole time and deserves a big shout out for getting outside of her comfort zone and giving it a go. So great to see you smiling and hitting constant PR's Kel!! Keep up the great work
Member since: Dec 2014
Fave CF movement: Lifting from the racks. Maybe a push press, I still don't really know the names
Fave WOD: MURPH
Least fave movements: ones I can't do! Anything to do with handstands
Least fave WOD: MURPH haha
Fave CF tool: bands to help me do pull ups and stretch out sore muscles
Results I've achieved: I've really had to work on my range of movement, so getting deeper squats has been a big achievement. Actually being able to do girl push ups now instead of wall ones!
Occupation: teacher
Nickname: (not really) Kel
Hobbies: Crossfit, tv, movies, catching up with friends, traveling, watching AFL
Fave food: chocolate
3 month fitness goal: keep achieving pbs and tone up
Something you don't know about me: I have a cat called Ned.
Why did I choose Crossfit: My friend from interstate gave me introductory sessions for my birthday and came along with me and I got addicted.
Advice to someone thinking about CF: Definitely give it a go. I hated the gym and working out until I came to Brawn. Get a friend to come with you, that's how I got the courage to come. And you really don't need to be very fit, the coaches adapt movements for you, I started with air squats and wall push ups!!
Jason and JP make you feel really welcome and it's a great team atmosphere
August 2015 athlete of the month
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH for AUGUST goes to Tommy D!
Tom has been with us for just under a year and has achieved some great results through hard work and consistency. Working through various injuries he has increased his strength, mobility and fitness in all areas. Tom has been hitting some great numbers and would give anyone a run based off power to weight!!
Keep it up Tommy D!!
Member since: October 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Clean and jerk and kettle bell swings
Favourite WOD: Helen
Least favourite movements: Bloody wall balls and hand stand push ups!!
Least favourite WOD: Would have to be Karen!
Favourite crossfit tool: Foam roller
Results that you have achieved: Improved a lot on my overall fitness and strength and I am still PR-ing most of my lifts and benchmarks
Occupation: Carpenter
Do you have a nickname? Oh tommy d, denz, denzo and plenty more haha
Hobbies: Snowboarding and wakeboarding
Favourite food/meal: Pizza and everything else that's bad for you...and Smashed potato
3 month fitness goal: Do well in fit wars in October with my team! Get around the Brawn Stars!!!
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I had 2 major shoulder reconstructions before I was 21. Hence the terrible mobility
Why did you choose CrossFit? Well Jack Carter wouldn't stop talking about it so I thought I would come see what all the fuss was about! And also to try and strengthen up my shoulder!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just to come and have a crack you will love it! The atmosphere is unreal and loads of fun and so are the people! Like everyone you will become addicted.
Last PR achieved: 100kg clean and 65kg OH squat
Tom has been with us for just under a year and has achieved some great results through hard work and consistency. Working through various injuries he has increased his strength, mobility and fitness in all areas. Tom has been hitting some great numbers and would give anyone a run based off power to weight!!
Keep it up Tommy D!!
Member since: October 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Clean and jerk and kettle bell swings
Favourite WOD: Helen
Least favourite movements: Bloody wall balls and hand stand push ups!!
Least favourite WOD: Would have to be Karen!
Favourite crossfit tool: Foam roller
Results that you have achieved: Improved a lot on my overall fitness and strength and I am still PR-ing most of my lifts and benchmarks
Occupation: Carpenter
Do you have a nickname? Oh tommy d, denz, denzo and plenty more haha
Hobbies: Snowboarding and wakeboarding
Favourite food/meal: Pizza and everything else that's bad for you...and Smashed potato
3 month fitness goal: Do well in fit wars in October with my team! Get around the Brawn Stars!!!
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I had 2 major shoulder reconstructions before I was 21. Hence the terrible mobility
Why did you choose CrossFit? Well Jack Carter wouldn't stop talking about it so I thought I would come see what all the fuss was about! And also to try and strengthen up my shoulder!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just to come and have a crack you will love it! The atmosphere is unreal and loads of fun and so are the people! Like everyone you will become addicted.
Last PR achieved: 100kg clean and 65kg OH squat
JUNE 2015 ATHLETE OF THE MONTh
Congrats to IMRE ZAMBO!! JUNE's athlete of the month!
Not only does Imre have the coolest name at the box he's also shown some serious discipline and dedication to his training. He's embraced crossfit in so many ways, working on weaknesses and giving every WODE 110%!! From this has come some serious results! putting on 4kg of lean mass and PRing all of his lifts. Imre has a great work ethic, never too shy to come in for an extra session outside of the scheduled WODs and this has paid off in his skill development.
The unintentional hipster was also involved in our 24HR ROW raising money for the starlight foundation, just an all round legend!
Well done IMRE!
Member since: March
i think my first WOD was Kelly
Favourite cross fit movement: Ring muscle Up
Favourite WOD: 21, 15, 9 hang power cleans and push ups
Least favourite movements: Over head squat
Least favourite WOD: Annie
Favourite cross fit tool: Nike Metcons
Results that you have achieved: PR's in all my lifts and i can double under
Occupation: Uni student
Do you have a nickname? Not really
Hobbies: Reading
Favourite food/meal: Peanut Butter, Ben and Jerry's Clusterfluff, burgers and paella
3 month fitness goal: To improve my snatch technique and handstands
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I hate rowing
Why did you choose CrossFit? I wanted to increase my fitness for spartan racing and i thought crossfit would be good cross training.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just do it but be prepared its 90% fashion and 10% hard work
Last PR achieved: 170 kg dead lift
Not only does Imre have the coolest name at the box he's also shown some serious discipline and dedication to his training. He's embraced crossfit in so many ways, working on weaknesses and giving every WODE 110%!! From this has come some serious results! putting on 4kg of lean mass and PRing all of his lifts. Imre has a great work ethic, never too shy to come in for an extra session outside of the scheduled WODs and this has paid off in his skill development.
The unintentional hipster was also involved in our 24HR ROW raising money for the starlight foundation, just an all round legend!
Well done IMRE!
Member since: March
i think my first WOD was Kelly
Favourite cross fit movement: Ring muscle Up
Favourite WOD: 21, 15, 9 hang power cleans and push ups
Least favourite movements: Over head squat
Least favourite WOD: Annie
Favourite cross fit tool: Nike Metcons
Results that you have achieved: PR's in all my lifts and i can double under
Occupation: Uni student
Do you have a nickname? Not really
Hobbies: Reading
Favourite food/meal: Peanut Butter, Ben and Jerry's Clusterfluff, burgers and paella
3 month fitness goal: To improve my snatch technique and handstands
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I hate rowing
Why did you choose CrossFit? I wanted to increase my fitness for spartan racing and i thought crossfit would be good cross training.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just do it but be prepared its 90% fashion and 10% hard work
Last PR achieved: 170 kg dead lift
MAY 2015 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Brawn's ATHLETE of the month for MAY is Kate Bowman!!
Kate has been a member with us for a year now and has come leaps and bounds in all areas of her fitness and strength. Kate gives everything a crack and is always involved in our community. She even dedicated 24hrs of her time Rowing and raising money in our recent 24HR Starlight Foundation Rowathon.
Kate's been extremely consistent in her attendance, is always friendly to new members and loves to ensure our WOD's run issue free.
Well done KATE!! keep up the great work and enjoy your overseas holiday coming up very soon!
Member since: 3rd June 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: double unders
Favourite WOD: Cindy
Least favourite movements: wall balls
Least favourite WOD: kelly
Favourite cross fit tool: BANDS!
Results that you have achieved:
Overall improvement in fitness and happiness! weight loss and increased tone/strength. But best of all is the new friends!
Occupation: learning & development- training designer
Do you have a nickname? Hmmm nope don't think so...oh ok...Boner..don't ask
Hobbies: crossfit? Netball, sleeping, shopping!
Favourite food/meal: enuf burger- Gerhard- it's the bomb!
3 month fitness goal: to not get too far set back from 6 weeks off
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
Hmmm this is hard I'm a pretty open book!
I hate cooking!
Why did you choose CrossFit? Needed something that was a mix between team sport and the gym! And Tiff talked me into it!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? No harm in trying something new, especially if you want to change something about yourself.
Last PR achieved: back squat
Kate has been a member with us for a year now and has come leaps and bounds in all areas of her fitness and strength. Kate gives everything a crack and is always involved in our community. She even dedicated 24hrs of her time Rowing and raising money in our recent 24HR Starlight Foundation Rowathon.
Kate's been extremely consistent in her attendance, is always friendly to new members and loves to ensure our WOD's run issue free.
Well done KATE!! keep up the great work and enjoy your overseas holiday coming up very soon!
Member since: 3rd June 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: double unders
Favourite WOD: Cindy
Least favourite movements: wall balls
Least favourite WOD: kelly
Favourite cross fit tool: BANDS!
Results that you have achieved:
Overall improvement in fitness and happiness! weight loss and increased tone/strength. But best of all is the new friends!
Occupation: learning & development- training designer
Do you have a nickname? Hmmm nope don't think so...oh ok...Boner..don't ask
Hobbies: crossfit? Netball, sleeping, shopping!
Favourite food/meal: enuf burger- Gerhard- it's the bomb!
3 month fitness goal: to not get too far set back from 6 weeks off
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
Hmmm this is hard I'm a pretty open book!
I hate cooking!
Why did you choose CrossFit? Needed something that was a mix between team sport and the gym! And Tiff talked me into it!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? No harm in trying something new, especially if you want to change something about yourself.
Last PR achieved: back squat
MARCH 2015 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
March's athlete of the month is Pete Anderson! Pete has been doing crossfit for nearly a year now and taken his training and results to the next level. Working around various prior ailments Pete has a great attitude every time he walks into the box and gives it 110% every WOD. Big congrats to Pete for competing in the OPEN for the first time this year with an awesome 11th place in the Masters 55-59 age group in Australia.
Member since: June 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Ring dips and push press.
Favourite WOD: I didn't enjoy doing it - but liked 15.5
Least favourite movements: Burpees (especially after recent birthday)!
Least favourite WOD: Still have bad memories of 'filthy fifty'
Favourite cross fit tool: Kettlebell
Results that you have achieved: Improved strength, flexibility and general fitness, also happy with my age group results in the recent Crossfit Games competition and gives me a goal to improve next year.
Occupation: Director at Dept of Agriculture
Do you have a nickname? Ando
Last PR achieved? Power clean - 85kg
Hobbies: Outback touring, crossfit
Favourite food/meal: Seafood/ grilled whiting
3 month fitness goal: Muscle ups on the rings and bar.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Enjoy driving the iconic outback tracks and so far have done the Birdsville, Oodnadatta, Strezlecki and the Savannah Way and in August this year will tackle the Telegraph Track on the way to "Tip" of Australia.
Why did you choose CrossFit? A colleague at work who thought I would like it hounded me for 12 months until I gave it a go.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? If your new to crossfit do the elements program to give you exposure to the functional movements and then progress to the WOD sessions you'll enjoy the challenges, variety and the great crossfit community.
Member since: June 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Ring dips and push press.
Favourite WOD: I didn't enjoy doing it - but liked 15.5
Least favourite movements: Burpees (especially after recent birthday)!
Least favourite WOD: Still have bad memories of 'filthy fifty'
Favourite cross fit tool: Kettlebell
Results that you have achieved: Improved strength, flexibility and general fitness, also happy with my age group results in the recent Crossfit Games competition and gives me a goal to improve next year.
Occupation: Director at Dept of Agriculture
Do you have a nickname? Ando
Last PR achieved? Power clean - 85kg
Hobbies: Outback touring, crossfit
Favourite food/meal: Seafood/ grilled whiting
3 month fitness goal: Muscle ups on the rings and bar.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Enjoy driving the iconic outback tracks and so far have done the Birdsville, Oodnadatta, Strezlecki and the Savannah Way and in August this year will tackle the Telegraph Track on the way to "Tip" of Australia.
Why did you choose CrossFit? A colleague at work who thought I would like it hounded me for 12 months until I gave it a go.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? If your new to crossfit do the elements program to give you exposure to the functional movements and then progress to the WOD sessions you'll enjoy the challenges, variety and the great crossfit community.
FEBRUARY 2015 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Member since: Late 2013
Favourite cross fit movement: Gymnastics, Handstand pushups if i had to pick one.
Favourite WOD: BoB 3 Sprint
Least favourite movements: Burpee Box Over
Least favourite WOD: They all have thier charm, the hard ones are usually the most rewarding.
Favourite cross fit tool: Rig
Results that you have achieved: BoB 3 Scaled (5th), Bar/Ring Muscle Up, 6 Week Paleo Challenge (-4kg)
Occupation: Storeman/Truck Driver
Do you have a nickname? Nope, Dan
Hobbies: Basketball, Gaming
Favourite food/meal: Lemon Chicken
3 month fitness goal: 10m unbroken Handstand walk, consecutive muscle ups.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I plan on going to china in the not too distant future to study Kung Fu at a Shaolin Academy for a month or two, was meant to go in January but had to cancel at the last minute.
Why did you choose CrossFit? Friend dragged me along to an intro session, haven't looked back.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just do it! Commit to a month, focus on technique and you'll see results.
Last PR achieved: 1RM Clean (85Kg), 1RM Clean and Jerk (80Kg)
Favourite cross fit movement: Gymnastics, Handstand pushups if i had to pick one.
Favourite WOD: BoB 3 Sprint
Least favourite movements: Burpee Box Over
Least favourite WOD: They all have thier charm, the hard ones are usually the most rewarding.
Favourite cross fit tool: Rig
Results that you have achieved: BoB 3 Scaled (5th), Bar/Ring Muscle Up, 6 Week Paleo Challenge (-4kg)
Occupation: Storeman/Truck Driver
Do you have a nickname? Nope, Dan
Hobbies: Basketball, Gaming
Favourite food/meal: Lemon Chicken
3 month fitness goal: 10m unbroken Handstand walk, consecutive muscle ups.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I plan on going to china in the not too distant future to study Kung Fu at a Shaolin Academy for a month or two, was meant to go in January but had to cancel at the last minute.
Why did you choose CrossFit? Friend dragged me along to an intro session, haven't looked back.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just do it! Commit to a month, focus on technique and you'll see results.
Last PR achieved: 1RM Clean (85Kg), 1RM Clean and Jerk (80Kg)
december 2014 athlete of the month
Decembers ATHLETE of the month is AMY MOFFATT!! Amy has been with us for over a year now but really stepped up her training and consistency over the last few months.. She has started completing WOD's RX'd and hitting PR's in various lifts.. If you haven't seen her that would be because she frequents the lunchtime WODs walking in at 1214pm during her lunch break, that's commitment!
Well done AMY and Congratulations!
Member since: might need to check...think it was Sept 2013??
Favourite cross fit movement: Deadlifts
Favourite WOD: The recent 12 days to Christmas I actually liked (and hated at the same time)
Least favourite movements: Double Unders!!
Least favourite WOD: 5km run
Favourite cross fit tool: Kettlebell (although I have developed an appreciation of chalk)
Results that you have achieved: 5kg lost, big increase in strength, completed 2 x 50 day challenges (now I'm more disciplined with food (80/20) and pretty much zero alcohol), overall body tone and reduced cm.
Occupation: New Business Owner @ The 7 Effect
Do you have a nickname? Moff
Hobbies: Netball, Touch Footy, Crossfit, catching up with friends & family
Favourite food/meal: Laksa (gluten free noodles)
3 month fitness goal: Crossfit 4-5 times a week, master double unders and get to 12 unassisted pull ups in a row
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
I'm an NT girl - grew up in Katherine
Why did you choose CrossFit?
I had tried it all! Bootcamps, PT, circuit, classes (pump, step...all the old faves), group fitness...actually I haven't ever followed the Zumba craze...too uncoordinated! But nothing really kept my interest - or kept me coming back. Love the 'gamification' element to Crossfit - always challenging, supportive and fun (after the WOD).
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Make it a 30 day challenge for yourself and commit to 3-4 sessions a week and track your results!
It has taken me really a good 9 months to be consistent and I've realised the benefits. I enjoy the sessions, love the community feel, I have more energy, I'm healthier and fitter! I have surprised myself with the results... and above all else it's cheaper than therapy!!
Last PR achieved: Deadlift 105kg
Well done AMY and Congratulations!
Member since: might need to check...think it was Sept 2013??
Favourite cross fit movement: Deadlifts
Favourite WOD: The recent 12 days to Christmas I actually liked (and hated at the same time)
Least favourite movements: Double Unders!!
Least favourite WOD: 5km run
Favourite cross fit tool: Kettlebell (although I have developed an appreciation of chalk)
Results that you have achieved: 5kg lost, big increase in strength, completed 2 x 50 day challenges (now I'm more disciplined with food (80/20) and pretty much zero alcohol), overall body tone and reduced cm.
Occupation: New Business Owner @ The 7 Effect
Do you have a nickname? Moff
Hobbies: Netball, Touch Footy, Crossfit, catching up with friends & family
Favourite food/meal: Laksa (gluten free noodles)
3 month fitness goal: Crossfit 4-5 times a week, master double unders and get to 12 unassisted pull ups in a row
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
I'm an NT girl - grew up in Katherine
Why did you choose CrossFit?
I had tried it all! Bootcamps, PT, circuit, classes (pump, step...all the old faves), group fitness...actually I haven't ever followed the Zumba craze...too uncoordinated! But nothing really kept my interest - or kept me coming back. Love the 'gamification' element to Crossfit - always challenging, supportive and fun (after the WOD).
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Make it a 30 day challenge for yourself and commit to 3-4 sessions a week and track your results!
It has taken me really a good 9 months to be consistent and I've realised the benefits. I enjoy the sessions, love the community feel, I have more energy, I'm healthier and fitter! I have surprised myself with the results... and above all else it's cheaper than therapy!!
Last PR achieved: Deadlift 105kg
NOVEMBER 2014 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
MATT MORRIS!! Congratulations on being our Athlete of the month for NOVEMBER!!
Since training at Brawn, Matt has gained some serious strength and his overall fitness has improved through the roof... Competing in Battle of the BRAWN after being relatively new to Crossfit is just another example of his give everything a go attitude..He's also completed the 50 day challenge and shown great commitment and consistency to his training which has transferred over to some great body composition results!
Keep it up Matty and the double unders will be yours soon!
Member since: July/August 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Deadlift and Ring Dips.
Favourite WOD: Cindy
Least favourite movements: Double Unders (I have no co-ordination) Wall balls they suck too.
Least favourite WOD: I've never done it but Annie would scare me. Too many Double Unders involved for me. 😬
Favourite cross fit tool: Barbell, so much you can do with it.
Results that you have achieved: Trained different sports all my life from Team & Individual and since starting with Brawn my cardio is better than ever and strength is increasing like never before. Body fat down/more muscle tone just wish I'd started Crossfit years ago.
Occupation: Sales Rep for Orthopaedic Equipment.
Do you have a nickname? Matty, Mozza, Bangwa.
Hobbies: Playing Sports- Cricket, Rugby and spending time with my baby daughter.
Favourite food/meal: Egg & Bacon and now with Avocado.
3 month fitness goal: Increase deadlift and hit 200kg. Get my 5km down to around 21mins.
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
Represented England Cricket at University Level.
Why did you choose CrossFit? I wanted to try something new that was competitive and where I pushed myself. The gym was becoming boring and too much of the same thing. I saw The Crossfit games and was instantly hooked so thought why not....
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Just do it. It will change your attitude towards fitness in a positive way and push you to limits you never thought possible. Added bonus you meet some great people too.
Last PR achieved: Deadlift 170kg and 5km 23mins.
Since training at Brawn, Matt has gained some serious strength and his overall fitness has improved through the roof... Competing in Battle of the BRAWN after being relatively new to Crossfit is just another example of his give everything a go attitude..He's also completed the 50 day challenge and shown great commitment and consistency to his training which has transferred over to some great body composition results!
Keep it up Matty and the double unders will be yours soon!
Member since: July/August 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Deadlift and Ring Dips.
Favourite WOD: Cindy
Least favourite movements: Double Unders (I have no co-ordination) Wall balls they suck too.
Least favourite WOD: I've never done it but Annie would scare me. Too many Double Unders involved for me. 😬
Favourite cross fit tool: Barbell, so much you can do with it.
Results that you have achieved: Trained different sports all my life from Team & Individual and since starting with Brawn my cardio is better than ever and strength is increasing like never before. Body fat down/more muscle tone just wish I'd started Crossfit years ago.
Occupation: Sales Rep for Orthopaedic Equipment.
Do you have a nickname? Matty, Mozza, Bangwa.
Hobbies: Playing Sports- Cricket, Rugby and spending time with my baby daughter.
Favourite food/meal: Egg & Bacon and now with Avocado.
3 month fitness goal: Increase deadlift and hit 200kg. Get my 5km down to around 21mins.
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
Represented England Cricket at University Level.
Why did you choose CrossFit? I wanted to try something new that was competitive and where I pushed myself. The gym was becoming boring and too much of the same thing. I saw The Crossfit games and was instantly hooked so thought why not....
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Just do it. It will change your attitude towards fitness in a positive way and push you to limits you never thought possible. Added bonus you meet some great people too.
Last PR achieved: Deadlift 170kg and 5km 23mins.
OCTOBER 2014 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Our athlete of the month for OCTOBER 2014 is Darren Clark!!! This guy has smashed everything, hitting PR's consistently in the major lifts as well as sending his conditioning through the roof. His attitude has been fantastic and is always willing to give everything a go. Just in the last month or so Darren has competed in the Battle of the Brawn 2, The Pan Pacific Master Games and Fitwars 10. As you can tell from the photos Darren gives it 110% every WOD and loves a good scream!!
Well done Legend!!
Member since: June 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Clean & jerk
Favourite WOD: Grace
Least favourite movements: Double unders
Least favourite WOD: Filthy fifty
Favourite crossfit tool: barbell
Results that you have achieved: Competed at the Pan Pacific Mastersgames and finished 15th in my age group
Occupation: Maintenance
Do you have a nickname? DC
Hobbies: Crossfit & cars
Favourite food/meal: Pizza
3 month fitness goal: get consistent double unders & clean & jerk 100kg
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I have raced a Lamborghini and a Ferrari around Las Vegas speedway.
Why did you choose CrossFit? I chose crossfit because I lacked the motivation to train in a conventional gym by myself and the atmosphere of group training pushes me to my limits and keeps me coming back for more.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just give it a go, crossfit is for everyone of all abilities as all movements can be scaled to suit the individual.
Last PR achieved: Deadlift @ 162.5
Well done Legend!!
Member since: June 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Clean & jerk
Favourite WOD: Grace
Least favourite movements: Double unders
Least favourite WOD: Filthy fifty
Favourite crossfit tool: barbell
Results that you have achieved: Competed at the Pan Pacific Mastersgames and finished 15th in my age group
Occupation: Maintenance
Do you have a nickname? DC
Hobbies: Crossfit & cars
Favourite food/meal: Pizza
3 month fitness goal: get consistent double unders & clean & jerk 100kg
What’s something that we don’t know about you? I have raced a Lamborghini and a Ferrari around Las Vegas speedway.
Why did you choose CrossFit? I chose crossfit because I lacked the motivation to train in a conventional gym by myself and the atmosphere of group training pushes me to my limits and keeps me coming back for more.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just give it a go, crossfit is for everyone of all abilities as all movements can be scaled to suit the individual.
Last PR achieved: Deadlift @ 162.5
SEPTEMBER 2014 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Jess O'Hara!! Congratulations for being our Athlete of the month for September!! Since being at Brawn Jess has gained some serious strength and also confidence... Every time she walks in the door she is smiling and gives every WOD 110%. As usual a positive attitude and consistent attendance has made a huge difference to her results.. Keep smiling and keep up the great work Jess
Well done
Member since: June 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Clean & Jerk
Favourite WOD: Grace
Least favourite movements: Wall balls & airdyne!
Least favourite WOD: Murph
Favourite cross fit tool: Definitely would have to be the Olympic bar!
Results that you have achieved: I have achieved many physical results since starting Crossfit but the most beneficial result would be the improvements in accepting my body type. Being happy with what my body can do, not what it looks like.
Occupation: Studying to be a Midwife/Lifeguard
Do you have a nickname? Athlete lol!
Hobbies: I wish I had more time for hobbies! Mainly spending time with friends, attending festivals/gigs, reading.
Favourite food/meal: Pizza and sushi
3 month fitness goal: Improve on my weaker lifts, deadlift and snatch
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Over the past 3 years I have lost 16kgs and completely changed my lifestyle to be healthy and one that I enjoy!
Why did you choose CrossFit? Over the past few years I have admired the style of training and athletes it produces. I also wanted to lift the intensity of my training and get stronger!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? If you've ever wanted to try CrossFit, do it! It can be scaled to suit anyone. You won't turn back once you see how much fun it is!
Last PR achieved: 12 unbroken pull ups at Fit Wars!
Well done
Member since: June 2014
Favourite cross fit movement: Clean & Jerk
Favourite WOD: Grace
Least favourite movements: Wall balls & airdyne!
Least favourite WOD: Murph
Favourite cross fit tool: Definitely would have to be the Olympic bar!
Results that you have achieved: I have achieved many physical results since starting Crossfit but the most beneficial result would be the improvements in accepting my body type. Being happy with what my body can do, not what it looks like.
Occupation: Studying to be a Midwife/Lifeguard
Do you have a nickname? Athlete lol!
Hobbies: I wish I had more time for hobbies! Mainly spending time with friends, attending festivals/gigs, reading.
Favourite food/meal: Pizza and sushi
3 month fitness goal: Improve on my weaker lifts, deadlift and snatch
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Over the past 3 years I have lost 16kgs and completely changed my lifestyle to be healthy and one that I enjoy!
Why did you choose CrossFit? Over the past few years I have admired the style of training and athletes it produces. I also wanted to lift the intensity of my training and get stronger!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? If you've ever wanted to try CrossFit, do it! It can be scaled to suit anyone. You won't turn back once you see how much fun it is!
Last PR achieved: 12 unbroken pull ups at Fit Wars!
AUGUST 2014 Athlete of the month
A BIG Congratulations to Simon (REG) for winning "Athlete of the month" for August>> Reg has been dominating in the gym with multiple PR's, a consistent attendance record and also some great body composition results achieved through the recent 50 day challenge. Just on the weekend he stepped up at a Crossfit comp after one of the other competitors was injured, getting changed on the spot and putting in a cracking performance !! Great job Reg, you're a pleasure to have around the box, keep it up mate
Member since: September 2013
Favorite crossfit movement: Handstand pushup and push press
Favorite WOD: Diane
Least favourite movements: Burpees
Least favorite WOD: Nancy
Last PR achieved: 90kg Clean and Jerk from 87.5kg
Favourite cross fit tool: barbell
Results that you have achieved: Leaner, fitter and stronger
Occupation: Service Rep for NTP Forklifts
Do you have a nickname: Reg
Hobbies: CrossFit and cars when I have the time
Favourite food/meal: Indian
3 month fitness goal: Increase strength
What's something that we dont know about you? I was on the State team for clay target shooting when I was 18
Why did you choose CrossFit? Was getting bored in the gym and sick of lifting heavy shit and not getting the results that I wanted. I also wanted to increase my overall fitness instead of just focussing on weights.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Dont think about it just do it, you wont regret it.
Favorite crossfit movement: Handstand pushup and push press
Favorite WOD: Diane
Least favourite movements: Burpees
Least favorite WOD: Nancy
Last PR achieved: 90kg Clean and Jerk from 87.5kg
Favourite cross fit tool: barbell
Results that you have achieved: Leaner, fitter and stronger
Occupation: Service Rep for NTP Forklifts
Do you have a nickname: Reg
Hobbies: CrossFit and cars when I have the time
Favourite food/meal: Indian
3 month fitness goal: Increase strength
What's something that we dont know about you? I was on the State team for clay target shooting when I was 18
Why did you choose CrossFit? Was getting bored in the gym and sick of lifting heavy shit and not getting the results that I wanted. I also wanted to increase my overall fitness instead of just focussing on weights.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Dont think about it just do it, you wont regret it.
JULY 2014 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
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Athlete of the month for July goes to Tiarne!! A big Congratulations to Tiarne who only started at Brawn in April but in this short time has seen some fantastic results in all aspects of her fitness. Tiarne has achieved this through consistency and a great attitude by giving everything a go including "the battle of the brawn" a couple of weeks ago.
Great Work Tiarne! Member since: April 2014 Favourite cross fit movement: rope climbs, handstands, and I sound crazy saying it but burpees haha Favourite WOD: The Ghost Least favourite movements: thrusters/wall balls Least favourite WOD: Fran Favourite cross fit tool: Roller Results that you have achieved: completed battle of the brawn, 80kg dead lift, 57.5kg back squat, 27.5kg strict press, 40kg clean and jerk, 30kg overhead squat Last PR achieved: 80kg dead lift Occupation: Co-owner at Royal Copenhagen Brighton (funny as both hayz and I don't really eat dessert)/student Do you have a nickname? T Hobbies: cooking, eating out, crossfit, yoga Favourite food/meal: newly discovered paleo pulled pork 'tacos' 3 month fitness goal: work on strength movements (weights work - especially OHS, strict press, snatch, thruster), want to achieve a few strict pull ups (no band!), try to achieve RX in each movement, stick to a paleo diet and train as much as I can so I reach peak physical fitness and keep achieving PR's. Would really like to complete a city 2 surf... What’s something that we don’t know about you? I'm a black belt in Taekwondo and competed for a while Why did you choose CrossFit? I had heard it is a great way to keep motivated and take your training to a whole new level. I love that it pushes you to your limits, is constantly varied and forges elite fitness. Also the lifestyle and community that surrounds the box and crossfit in general is really cool. What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Do it. And do it with an open mind. Give everything a go. Stay positive. Push your limits. And leave with no regrets. |
JUNE 2014 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Well done to Matt (better know as "Mattress") for winning Athlete of the month for the month of JUNE!! Mattress has shown great dedication rocking up consistently to the AM wods and really getting out of his comfort zone in regards to training. This has shown in his results especially in regards to his conditioning/running.. Great job Matty!
Member since: October 2013
Favourite cross fit movement: Weighted pull-up and rope climbs.
Favourite WOD: Cindy.
Least favourite movements: Thrusters.
Least favourite WOD: Fran.
Favourite cross fit tool: My post workout shake and Nano shoes!
Results that you have achieved: 5km run = 23m10s weighted pull up = 24kg lost ~ 8% body fat.
Occupation: Corp and Gov IT support.
Do you have a nickname? Mattress, Smatty.
Hobbies: Wine and ports (I’m in the Barossa right now!), IT stuff and of course fitness.
Favourite food/meal: Pork chops with sweet potato and brussel sprouts, yumo!
3 month fitness goal: I’ve always been pretty thin so my goal even before Crossfit has been to add weight/muscle. I’m also trying to maintain my body fat percentage as well as increase my abysmal squat. I’m also trying to decrease my chances of injury via more stretching and mobility work.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Via my father I’m a US citizen.
Why did you choose CrossFit? Previously I did workouts at conventional gyms and then at home. I was pretty consistent (3-4 times a week) but I wasn’t getting the results I wanted. A work colleague invited me to a charity “Try Crossfit” event at her box. I spent 15 minutes doing pull-ups, rowing, DB thrusters, kettle bell swings and box jumps, afterwards I was so destroyed I knew that Crossfit would yield results. Around 6 months later I found out Brawn was 3 streets away, I had to join!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? There is a reason “Crossfitters” seem like a cult, it’s addictive because of the community and intensity. If you are looking for a no excuses, fun, results driven fitness community then Brawn is for you.
Last PR achieved: Growing up I stopped playing sports when I was in primary school and I didn’t perform any real cardio fitness work before Crossfit (other than strength training). When I started at Brawn the 400m run was a challenge. I recently did the 5km run in 23m 10s which I was really happy with.
Member since: October 2013
Favourite cross fit movement: Weighted pull-up and rope climbs.
Favourite WOD: Cindy.
Least favourite movements: Thrusters.
Least favourite WOD: Fran.
Favourite cross fit tool: My post workout shake and Nano shoes!
Results that you have achieved: 5km run = 23m10s weighted pull up = 24kg lost ~ 8% body fat.
Occupation: Corp and Gov IT support.
Do you have a nickname? Mattress, Smatty.
Hobbies: Wine and ports (I’m in the Barossa right now!), IT stuff and of course fitness.
Favourite food/meal: Pork chops with sweet potato and brussel sprouts, yumo!
3 month fitness goal: I’ve always been pretty thin so my goal even before Crossfit has been to add weight/muscle. I’m also trying to maintain my body fat percentage as well as increase my abysmal squat. I’m also trying to decrease my chances of injury via more stretching and mobility work.
What’s something that we don’t know about you? Via my father I’m a US citizen.
Why did you choose CrossFit? Previously I did workouts at conventional gyms and then at home. I was pretty consistent (3-4 times a week) but I wasn’t getting the results I wanted. A work colleague invited me to a charity “Try Crossfit” event at her box. I spent 15 minutes doing pull-ups, rowing, DB thrusters, kettle bell swings and box jumps, afterwards I was so destroyed I knew that Crossfit would yield results. Around 6 months later I found out Brawn was 3 streets away, I had to join!
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? There is a reason “Crossfitters” seem like a cult, it’s addictive because of the community and intensity. If you are looking for a no excuses, fun, results driven fitness community then Brawn is for you.
Last PR achieved: Growing up I stopped playing sports when I was in primary school and I didn’t perform any real cardio fitness work before Crossfit (other than strength training). When I started at Brawn the 400m run was a challenge. I recently did the 5km run in 23m 10s which I was really happy with.
MAY 2014 athletes of the month
A big congratulations to Jo and Jack!! Both of these guys have shown consistency in their training and a great attitude every time they are in the box. They've developed their skills and improved strength in all areas! Well done legends.
P.s. Jack's off to Perth Monday for work for the next 4 months so make sure you give hims big congrats before he leaves.
P.s. Jack's off to Perth Monday for work for the next 4 months so make sure you give hims big congrats before he leaves.
JO
Member since: September 2013 Favourite cross fit movement: Double Unders Favourite WOD: Annie Least favourite movements: Overhead squats and thrusters Least favourite WOD: Diane Favourite cross fit tool: Foam Roller Results that you have achieved: 50kg clean 37.5kg overhead squat & 40kg bench press super stoked. To think just over 8 months ago I could only clean 20kg and overhead squat barely 15kg is pretty cool. Last PR achieved: 50kg Clean Occupation: Design Consultant Do you have a nickname? Jo-Jo Hobbies: Baking and of course Crossfit Favourite food/meal: Anything that is a Dessert!!! 3 month fitness goal: Achieve a Muscle Up Why did you choose CrossFit? Crossfit was recommended to me by my trainers when I was looking to move gyms as it was a similar style of training to what they did. I did try a few of the generic gyms but it just wasn’t the same. I’ve never looked back! What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? If you want to see really quick results and would like all round fitness definitely give it a go. It seems daunting at first and when I started the warm ups were a challenge, however if you stick with it you will be hooked. The WOD’s sometimes seem like they will be impossible to finish when you are reading it off the white board but the trainers know their stuff and can push you way further than you think is possible or achievable. |
JACK
Member since: Feb 14 Favourite cross fit movement: Barbell Front Rack Lunge Favourite WOD: Diane Least favourite movements: Double Unders.... Killing me haha Least favourite WOD: Elizabeth Favourite cross fit tool: Barbell Results that you have achieved: PR-ing all my lifts since starting crossfit. And feel better physically and mentally than ever before. Last PR achieved: 150 Back Squat Occupation: Maritime Surveyor/NDT Technician Do you have a nickname? Hundreds... Jack'o JC Carter Cartos Jackaroo... seriously could type all day ha Hobbies: Motocross, and anything outdoors really Favourite food/meal: ohhhh!!! Italian. Pasta + Pizza = Happy times 3 month fitness goal: Deadlift 190 Sqaut 160 and run 5ks under 20 What’s something that we don’t know about you? Ahhh broke my hip when I was 15 haha Why did you choose CrossFit? Got tired of a mundane bodybuilding approach to fitness. Wanted to achieve some functional fitness that would carry over to real life situations. What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Come and have a go. Just come and do one WOD. Guarantee you will love the unique atmosphere and functional approach to exercise. People have this perception that all crossfitters are like your rich fronings. That's not what crossfitters are, crossfitters make up your local box's, they support one another, they're a family and constantly work to improve their fitness and well being. |
APRIL 2014 ATHLETES OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to both Courtney Baldwin and Keryn Avemarg!! These girls have had great results not only with their weight loss but also strength and overall fitness results! Courts has lost a whopping 10kgs since joining Brawn in September and Keryn 5kg + in her time at the box since October. Weight loss is great but the main thing that has changed for these girls is their overall confidence which comes with an increase in overall strength and fitness.
Courts just recently completed the TRUE GRIT obstacle course which involved running over 12km mostly on soft sand and let me tell you she doesn't enjoy running but Courts great attitude not only got her through it but she also smashed out her first full rope climb!
Keryn has really come leaps and bounds over the last few months consistently hitting PRs with her last one being the strict press just last week. She's also lost over 10cm from her waist and dropped 5kg's.
Well done girls, keep up the great work!
Courts just recently completed the TRUE GRIT obstacle course which involved running over 12km mostly on soft sand and let me tell you she doesn't enjoy running but Courts great attitude not only got her through it but she also smashed out her first full rope climb!
Keryn has really come leaps and bounds over the last few months consistently hitting PRs with her last one being the strict press just last week. She's also lost over 10cm from her waist and dropped 5kg's.
Well done girls, keep up the great work!
Courts
Member since: September 2013. Favourite cross fit movement: Clean and jerk. Favourite WOD: Annie. Least favourite movements: Sumo deadlift high pull, because it’s just plain awkward and I’m also not a fan of wall balls. Least favourite WOD: Karen, I actually haven’t done it but just the thought of it makes me cringe. Favourite cross fit tool: Kettlebells, because they are so versatile. Results that you have achieved: Since starting in Sept last year I’ve lost just over 10kg, I’ve also learnt to hate running a little less. Occupation: Personal Assistant. Do you have a nickname? Captain. Hobbies: Cooking, netball and of course crossfit. Favourite food/meal: Avocado and anything coconut related – avocado and coconut cream chocolate mousse is the bomb. I also love Indian food, especially lamb madras… I pretty much just love eating any kind of good food. 3 month fitness goal: I want to get my body fat % down, and in terms of a goal in the box I really want to get out some strict pull ups without a band. I’d also like to start pumping out a few RX WODs. What’s something that we don’t know about you? I’m studying to be a teacher. Why did you choose CrossFit? I was getting bored of the gym and I wasn’t getting results. Friends were doing crossfit and they loved everything about it, so I thought I’d give it a crack. I haven’t looked back since the first elements session at Brawn. What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go? Just do it – you absolutely, 100% guaranteed wont regret it. It can look daunting, but before long you will realise that “can’t” isn’t in the crossfit vocabulary, you will be nailing movements that you thought were too hard, you will get results, you will achieve your goals, you will be more confident and most of all you will get to know a great bunch of people. You will never get support like you do in a crossfit box… Especially from the people and coaches at Brawn...Absolute legends!! Last PR achieved: Split jerk – from 50kg to 52.5kg. |
Keryn
Member since: October last year. Favourite cross fit movement: KB swing. Favourite WOD: I tend to like workouts with deadlifts in them. Least favourite movement: OHS ahh Least favoute WOD: Chippers Favourite cross fit tool: bands to help with pullups Results so far achieved: I have lost 5KG and body composition has changed heaps. I've lost 10cm from around my waist and cm from arms and hips fat % way down. Hobbies: mountain bike riding wing chung, meditation Occupation: Registered Nurse My favourite food: Pizza My goals over the next 3 mths is to achieve double unders and ruduce my pull up support to a yellow band, start hitting some RX in the workouts Something you don't know about me: I caught a massive 20kg barramundi Why did you choose CrossFit? I chose crossfit because I could run an ultra marathon and coud not do one push up I wanted an all over fitness. cross fit people just looked awesome. What words of advice would you give someone thinking about giving CrossFit a go? just have a go. don't compare yourself to others and put your 100% in the results will happen be consistent and have fun. Latest PB's: Ive had a few PB this month which is great. last one was overhead press 30kg. |
MARCH 2014 ATHLETES OF THE MONTH
A BIG congratulations to both Chris Cooper & Will Humphris!! Both of these guys have shown great consistency in their training as well as an awesome attitude. Chris has lost over 14kgs since joining Brawn last year in October and Will has taken his fitness to the next level in just a few short months going the extra mile by working on weaknesses and conditioning before every WOD.
Well done boys and congratulations!!
Well done boys and congratulations!!
Chris
Member since: October 2013 Favourite CrossFit movement: Box Jump Favourite WOD: Diane Least favourite movements: Rowing Least favourite WOD: Nancy Favourite CrossFit tool: Barbell Results that you have achieved: Lost 14kg Occupation: Graphic Designer Do you have a nickname? Hoops (Long Story) Hobbies: Crossfit and I’m lucky enough to say that my work has always been a hobby Favourite food/meal: BBQ Ribs/Hamburgers 3 month fitness goal: Start hitting RX more often and maybe a muscle up or two What’s something that we don’t know about you? I know that Abbey Menzies is a real good boot scooter Why did you choose CrossFit? I like the 'constantly varied’ approach as well as the community/team environment What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving CrossFit a go? Don’t be scared, just give it a go, you have to start somewhere! |
Will
Member since: December 2013 Favourite CrossFit movement: weighted pull ups & muscle ups Favourite WOD: 'Helen' or Australian hero wod 'murph' Least favourite movements: hspu & thrusters. Least favourite WOD: open 14.5 absolutely horrible closely followed by Fran. Last PR achieved: Diane 10:07 down to 7:27! Favourite CrossFit tool: my tommy kono knee sleeves. Results that you have achieved: Since joining I have noticed an improvement in strength, particularly in squats, deadlifts and jerks. My technique has greatly improved, and I am starting to notice some improvement in conditioning. Also pretty stoked that I have gotten some muscle ups on the bar and rings! Do you have a nickname? Nope. Hobbies: water skiing, wake boarding & now the number 1 is crossfit. Favourite food/meal: lamb korma. 3 month fitness goal: I want to improve my performance in conditioning wods. I'd like to knock a couple of minutes off 'Fran' & 14.5.. What’s something that we don’t know about you? I hate heights. Why did you choose CrossFit? The intensity of the workouts, the positive culture & variety of the work outs. What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving CrossFit a go? Just have a crack at it & if ur going to try it try it at Brawn. |
February 2014 Member of the Month
Congratulations to Damien Heath. Damo has been at Brawn for just over 5 months and in that time has lost 14 kg's, increased his lean muscle mass and got some considerable strength and overall fitness gains. Damo has always displayed a great commitment and attitude to his training and always loves a laugh and works his ass off every WOD. You'll find Damo in the box at the later class consistently throughout the week and Saturdays.
Awesome effort Damo and keep up the great work legend!!
Here's a little about Damo below:
Member @ BRAWN since:
Sept. 2013
Results so far?
When I walked into Brawn for the first time I was 106 kg. I'm now sitting at 92
So I'm pretty happy with that.
Last PR achieved:
140 deadlift
Favourite cross fit movement:
Overhead Squat- I couldnt do it to save my life when I started, I couldnt even squat with a 15kg bar and had to use the p.v.c pipe.
Favourite WOD:
Nancy
Least favourite movements:
Running
Least favourite WOD:
Fran
When you train are you a screamer or do you keep it pretty quiet?
I'm more of an ooopher!!
Occupation:
Stores
Hobbies:
I have four kids so they eat up a fair bit of time.
Reading, All grain home brewing
Favourite food/meal:
Mums Lasagna
3 month fitness goal:
Learn to kip, Double unders.
1 year Fitness goal:
Get a bit leaner and polish up my crossfit skills.
Stop falling on my head attempting box jumps.
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
I hate spiders and theirs a big black one under the luvers at Brawn. Peter .K. used to be my neighbour and he
threw wild parties that never ended.
Why did you choose CrossFit?
Brawns five minutes walk from my house for starters. Crossfit is heaps of fun.
Getting stronger is pretty cool.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Dont wait and get on board.
Congratulations to Damien Heath. Damo has been at Brawn for just over 5 months and in that time has lost 14 kg's, increased his lean muscle mass and got some considerable strength and overall fitness gains. Damo has always displayed a great commitment and attitude to his training and always loves a laugh and works his ass off every WOD. You'll find Damo in the box at the later class consistently throughout the week and Saturdays.
Awesome effort Damo and keep up the great work legend!!
Here's a little about Damo below:
Member @ BRAWN since:
Sept. 2013
Results so far?
When I walked into Brawn for the first time I was 106 kg. I'm now sitting at 92
So I'm pretty happy with that.
Last PR achieved:
140 deadlift
Favourite cross fit movement:
Overhead Squat- I couldnt do it to save my life when I started, I couldnt even squat with a 15kg bar and had to use the p.v.c pipe.
Favourite WOD:
Nancy
Least favourite movements:
Running
Least favourite WOD:
Fran
When you train are you a screamer or do you keep it pretty quiet?
I'm more of an ooopher!!
Occupation:
Stores
Hobbies:
I have four kids so they eat up a fair bit of time.
Reading, All grain home brewing
Favourite food/meal:
Mums Lasagna
3 month fitness goal:
Learn to kip, Double unders.
1 year Fitness goal:
Get a bit leaner and polish up my crossfit skills.
Stop falling on my head attempting box jumps.
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
I hate spiders and theirs a big black one under the luvers at Brawn. Peter .K. used to be my neighbour and he
threw wild parties that never ended.
Why did you choose CrossFit?
Brawns five minutes walk from my house for starters. Crossfit is heaps of fun.
Getting stronger is pretty cool.
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
Dont wait and get on board.
January 2014 Member of the Month
Congratulations to Jacqui Harley
Jac has always had a great attitude and is extremely friendly and welcoming to all members. Personally Jac has been kicking goals everywhere, competed in her first Fitwars and just today she hit a box jump PR of 109cm. Totally dominating in all areas, well done JAC! Keep up the great work and attitude. Learn more about Jac below:
Member since: NOV 2013
Favourite cross fit movement: Box Jumps
Favourite WOD: All out AMRAPS
Least favourite movements: OH Squats
Least favourite WOD: Anything that lasts a long time!
Last PR: Box Jump from 102cm to 109cm
Hometown: Adelaide
Occupation: Ambulance Officer
Hobbies:
Movie geek / karate / spontaneous attempts at anything
Favourite food/meal:
Gourmet Pizza - mmmm Chocolate
3 month fitness goal:
Consistency & efficiency in Crossfit movements. Maintain a 80/20 paleo lifestyle. Holiday in china !
1 year goal:
Own my first home. Compete in an open division at fitwars. Be an extra on a TV show/movie. Box jump my height
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
My left thumb is double jointed
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
You're already half way there... Find your confidence, drive to the Box, get out the car, and walk inside. With the right attitude you'll hit goals, push your limits and form a positive social network.
Why did you choose CrossFit?
As a 'monkey child' I never had the attention span for long endurance sports. Growing up it was gymnastics and soccer; at school it was anything with speed n power.
The holistic approach to Crossfit is what caught my attention.
Crossfit not only shows my strengths, but forces me to push thru my weaknesses - and that's the part I love the most.. Im becoming holistically fit, not just a Jumping Jac
Finding a Box with positive like-minded people is invaluable. I've always had a team, and whilst Crossfit is individual in nature, the WOD is performed in a team - sweat, exhaustion n accomplishment is evident in everyone.. High fives all round n you've become one step closer to a 2.0 version of yourself.
Congratulations to Jacqui Harley
Jac has always had a great attitude and is extremely friendly and welcoming to all members. Personally Jac has been kicking goals everywhere, competed in her first Fitwars and just today she hit a box jump PR of 109cm. Totally dominating in all areas, well done JAC! Keep up the great work and attitude. Learn more about Jac below:
Member since: NOV 2013
Favourite cross fit movement: Box Jumps
Favourite WOD: All out AMRAPS
Least favourite movements: OH Squats
Least favourite WOD: Anything that lasts a long time!
Last PR: Box Jump from 102cm to 109cm
Hometown: Adelaide
Occupation: Ambulance Officer
Hobbies:
Movie geek / karate / spontaneous attempts at anything
Favourite food/meal:
Gourmet Pizza - mmmm Chocolate
3 month fitness goal:
Consistency & efficiency in Crossfit movements. Maintain a 80/20 paleo lifestyle. Holiday in china !
1 year goal:
Own my first home. Compete in an open division at fitwars. Be an extra on a TV show/movie. Box jump my height
What’s something that we don’t know about you?
My left thumb is double jointed
What words of advice would you give to anyone thinking about giving crossfit a go?
You're already half way there... Find your confidence, drive to the Box, get out the car, and walk inside. With the right attitude you'll hit goals, push your limits and form a positive social network.
Why did you choose CrossFit?
As a 'monkey child' I never had the attention span for long endurance sports. Growing up it was gymnastics and soccer; at school it was anything with speed n power.
The holistic approach to Crossfit is what caught my attention.
Crossfit not only shows my strengths, but forces me to push thru my weaknesses - and that's the part I love the most.. Im becoming holistically fit, not just a Jumping Jac
Finding a Box with positive like-minded people is invaluable. I've always had a team, and whilst Crossfit is individual in nature, the WOD is performed in a team - sweat, exhaustion n accomplishment is evident in everyone.. High fives all round n you've become one step closer to a 2.0 version of yourself.
