[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]This Month we recognize someone who has progressed significantly over the last year+ and who has quietly crushed extreme in the background for a while. Respecting the time required to improve mobility, to support goals with homework and good quality rest when it’s needed – it’s all been paying off over the last several months with some high quality performances as of late! This months CrossFitter of the month is…[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3862″ css_animation=”appear” alignment=”center” border_color=”grey” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Chris R!
Here are his answers to our questions:
Name: Christopher Emile Renaud
Age: 27
Occupation: Applications Analyst @ Health Sciences North, IT Department
What was your exercise experience prior to crossfit?
Growing up I was an active child playing hockey every winter and softball every summer. I played sports until I was about 15 at which time I landed my first job and chose partying/video games over physical activity. By the end of college I weighed 220lbs and decided it was time to change my life around. I slowly got into weight lifting, lost some weight and put on some muscle…but weight lifting wasn’t enough, I became bored of the same routine and slow results. I turned to CrossFit and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made!
How long have you been doing crossfit and why do you choose to crossfit?
I completed On Ramp (Fundamentals) in August 2013 and officially started up full-time September 2013. Since I started CrossFit I’ve become stronger, faster, leaner…I can push harder and longer than I ever could before. I feel like I’m becoming a super-hero…I feel like I’m able to conquer any physical or mental obstacle that comes by way. That’s why I do CrossFit![/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3863″ css_animation=”appear” alignment=”center” border_color=”grey” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]What is your favorite part about crossfit?
It seems cliché because it seems to be everyone’s answer, but it’s the CrossFit Community. Everyone you meet at the gym has the same goal, to be better. It’s a great feeling to help push others through a workout or lift and you know they’ll be right there next to you pushing you through as well. The gym feels like a giant group of friends, you’ll never get that at Globo Gym. There’s no better feeling than a high-five, or a dozen high-fives, after you’ve crushed a WOD J
What are the accomplishments you are proud of? (Crossfit or non crossfit related)
I’ve hit many milestones I’m incredibly proud of at CrossFit Sudbury, all of which at one time I thought was out of reach. I was very happy to do my first double-under. A killer first Fran time on my “fran-day” 2014. My first bar muscle-up which was my first goal on the Goal Board (captured by Lisa); afterwards hit my first ring muscle-up which is still a work in progress 😉
My biggest life accomplishment to date is quitting smoking. I started smoking when I was 17 and was smoked a few packs a week for the next 9 years. Thanks to my wonderful fiancé Denise, Champix, will power, and CrossFit, I was able to crush the habit. I’ve been smoke-free now for over 16 months.
Favorite workout or lift?
I very much like the Deadlift and Clean/Clean&Jerk because I’m good at them, but to quote Uncle Pickles “you should make you least favorite lift your favorite, you’ll get better at it”…so my favorite lift is the Snatch.
My current favorite WOD would have to be Filthy Fifty, close 2nd is Fran. I like both workouts because they crush you mentally and physically, and you can’t help but feel stronger afterwards (after the feeling of throwing up goes away). I like any WOD that make you race the clock (“for time”).
Anything else you would like to share please feel free
I’d like to thank all the coaches for their CrossFit knowledge and advice on making better lifts (and compliments on good lifts), tips on how to improve skills, and your positivity…you guys are awesome! I’d also like to thank the gym members for the support in the gym; big shout-out to Chris P for the friendly competition! Chris P, I’m going to win the race to 100 muscle-ups!![/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3864″ css_animation=”appear” alignment=”center” border_color=”grey” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”large”][vc_column_text]Thanks Chris for the awesome energy you bring to the gym! Keep up the great work![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]