Becky Yeremyan

I'm the kind of person that needs to be inspired to work out. After years of spending two hour sessions in a gym with little result, I enjoy having someone knowledgeable, fun and who knows how to inspire me to get the most out of my limited workout time.

I met Jennifer and realized that her genuine concern for each client's individual health and fitness needs and her sense of humor is just what I need in a trainer. I have some physical limitations ,which would be easy to use as an excuse, but Jennifer tailors specific exercises to fit my needs.

I've been working with Jennifer for 7 months and have seen amazing results in that time. I have never felt stronger or healthier. She is passionate about fitness and it shows through the energy and enthusiasm she brings to every session. Her easy going, friendly personality creates a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. She makes each workout challenging, creative and most importantly, fun! She also places a high value on correct form with each exercise. She motivates me to push past my perceived limits to get results. I have incredible energy, my balance and flexibility have improved immensely and I've got great new muscles. If you are serious about changing your life for the better, Jennifer will lead you every step of the way.

- Becky Yeremyan

Beverly Drake

I have been training at CrossFit Decatur well before the name change I started in September 2002. When I started initially I had difficulty with many of the exercises. I couldn't lunge and my sense of balance was not that great. Under the caring guidance of Patrick I am in better condition then when I was in my 30's.

Thank you CrossFit Decatur
Thank you Patrick

- Beverly Drake

Dana Harris

REALLY HARD EXERCISE REALLY PAYS OFF!

Hannah and Dana Harris joined Crossfit Decatur on February 20, 2004.

When we walked into Crossfit Decatur in February, 2004, we were greeted by Eric Willis. We were just looking for a place to run on a treadmill. We had just moved intown and were going through a very traumatic period in our lives, totally re-building after selling almost everything we had, and starting a business. We had basically picked up our lives and our two kids and come to Decatur to "start over."

From the moment we met Eric, we clicked with him and quickly built a lasting friendship. He helped us not only in the gym, but in "starting over" with a new life. He gave us a tool (exercise) which became therapy for us. He convinced us that instead of spending thousands of dollars on psychiatric bills and medication, we just needed to work out. Each time we came in, we grew stronger physically and emotionally. Eric quickly became not only our trainer, but our counselor and best friend. We have watched the gym change over the past several years and were excited when Eric actually became the owner. Even with him owning the place, he has still remained a constant support to us.

Dana and I have together lost over 150 pounds and gained a lot of self confidence along the way. We appreciate the staff of Crossfit Decatur and consider them and the other clients part of our extended family. When we are not there for various reasons, we miss it because we gain weight and lose strength, but most importantly, we miss it because we aren't getting our dose of therapy. We love Crossfit Decatur!

- Hannah and Dana Harris

Elise Phillips

I have exercised at five gyms through the years, but CrossFit Decatur is by far the best. Patrick is the most attentive, knowledgeable, patient trainer I have had. The gym is always so clean. I even gained a number of good friends here. It is the greatest, and it has improved my life!

- Elise Phillips

Elliott Shoenthal

I started coming to Decatur Fitness about 8 or 9 years ago after a long "layoff" in which I did very little exercising. I decided it was time to get back in shape, so I began working out with a personal trainer (usually it was Patrick) and exercising on my own once the gym became Sonz, I continued with the group training sessions as well as my own exercise routine, now that the gym has changed to Crossfit, I'm continuing with the group workouts. I feel better, my stamina and recovery time are both vastly improved, I'm in much better shape, and I'm stronger. I enjoy the group training classes, and I'm convinced that Crossfit has helped me maintain a healthier and more fit lifestyle-to be honest, there are days that I think the workout of the day is too strenuous and I'm tempted to skip it, but I'm able to overcome that feeling because I know I need to do the workout, and I also know that my Crossfit coach will help me get through it-it's a great sense of accomplishment to look back at the workout once you've completed it and know that you challenged yourself and successfully met that challenge.

- Elliott Shoenthal

Geoff Corbin

Dear Crossfit Decatur Team:

My positive experience with Crossfit Decatur started with a physical transformation.

But with Ben’s coaching also comes a bunch of traits that I have found indispensable to that transformation. His coaching is at once inspirational, expert, intense, precise, and relentless. With Ben’s guidance I have not only dropped from 196 lbs. to consistently under 160 lbs. in approximately six months, but I have also gained considerable strength and confidence.

I use this newfound strength and confident to run the 5k fast several times weekly, I have participated in the gymnastics certification, and finally, at the age of 41, I have become an athlete. There’s not enough space here to elaborate on all the ways that becoming an athlete has benefited my life. But in my role as parent to my eight-year old son Josh it has meant the world to us both.

Dropping significant weight and eating correctly has improved my health such that I lost hypertension completely, quit all medications, and extended years to a poor heart valve.

On an emotional level, my personal connection to my daily workout group and coach is one of my most treasured relationships. Of course, accompanying such a dramatic physical transformation are more positive benefits. But I’ll suffice to say that I am still amazed at how attention to good form, a really hard workout for time, and consistently stellar coaching in a supportive gym can so change a life for the better.

- Geoff Corbin

Kristin Morris

I HATE to workout! But I LOVE how I feel afterward and I know its so good for me in so many ways Not just physical. I have been coming to Crossfit Decatur for about 5 months now. My very first day I was so out of shape that I had to lie down during the WARM-UP! Eric never made me feel bad about it. He was so encouraging and positive it made me want to come back the next day and the next even though I could barely do anything. Now I am working out every day with Ben. Doing more than I ever imagined I could in such a short time. Ben is my support, my fan, my friend, my coach and my nutritional guru. He is so much more than a trainer. He motivates me everyday. My ultimate goal is to lose 30 pounds which I am on my way to doing. Right now I am so happy that I have the support of everyone at Crossfit and that I am getting stronger everyday. I know I will reach my goal! thank you Eric and Ben and everyone else for being so amazing. You have a client and friend for life!

- Kristin Morris

Leroy Baker

If results are what you want, Crossfit Decatur is the place to be! Since joining Crossfit Decatur about 7 months ago, I have lost 30 lbs! I have also lost 5 inches off my waist and increased my stamina significantly. It feels as if I have a new body.

The workout experience is invigoratinf and motivating. I enjoy the fact that each day's workout is different. The workouts are designed to proigressively tone and bulild your muscle groups. The coaches are very supportive , flexible, and focused on each individual's workout goals and needs. I am totally pleased with the results I have achieved.

- Leroy Baker

Lois Beresford

My first day at the gym was BRUTAL and it was all because of that HORRIBLE "WOD". The WOD was so rough that I've blocked it out of my mind. I do however remember the PAIN and not being able to move or dress myself because I was sooooooooooooo sore. I cried. BUT since I am not a quitter, I decided to go back the next few days after that work out and have NOOOOOOOOOO REGRETS. I love working out and I especially love the camaraderie at Crossfit Decatur.

- Lois Beresford

Lola

Hello Eric & Patrick,

Just an FYI...I was somewhat apprehensive about visiting your facility based on the video; it was a little intimidating for me.

Upon arrival and after the introductions & instruction... IT WAS BY FAR THE BEST WORKOUT I'VE ever had. I can't stop sharing with anyone who will listen.

Keep up the great work.

- Lola

Simone Smith

FRAN!

I've only completed Fran once, somehow when it recently came up, I was absent that day (smile). The thrusters, No Problem! The Pull-ups, a major challenge for me! This workout was the first time in workout history that I almost had to find a trashcan in the middle of the workout. Some how with the help of my coach Eric Willis encouraging me to keep going, I was able to complete the workout blisters and all, RX in around 12 minutes. Not a great time by any means but this was when everyone had just started working on pull-ups, so it was a big accomplishment for me and at that time it was good enough to get my name up on the board! After that workout, I invested in a pair of gloves right away! The workout hurt, but in the end I was glad I did not give up. Pull-ups are something I probably would have never tried on my own, so thanks to Crossfit Decatur, I was able to push myself further than I thought I could go.

- Simone Smith

Suzanne Ingram

I have been working out at CrossFit Decatur since March of 2007. Ijoined because although I liked to exercise everyday, I was bored with the machines and classes that you find at most fitness centers. It was taking too much time out of my day for very little reward. For the amount of time and effort put in, I should have been the size of a pencil. Anyway, I happened upon CrossFit Decatur and found a style of exercising that really works. The efficiency of the time put in for the reward started to show up right away. Although I have lost some weight, what I have mostly, and more importantly, gained is better overall health, increased flexibility, better balance, and greater strength. All of that adds up to a much improved self confidence and
self esteem.

Another unexpected benefit would be that the other folks who show up to workout become almost like an extended family. You struggle and succeed with them everyday. I especially like that I am in a group of all ages and all body types so that no one has to feel self conscious. We encourage each other and there is a great sense of community.

What has impressed me about CFD, is the personal training that you get even within a class setting. All of the coaches are great about constantly checking clients to make sure they are using correct form which is essential in preventing injuries. I have never had this attention to detail from any other facility. Every coach is excellent in providing motivation and encouragement to help you get thru the really hard workouts.And speaking of really hard workouts....they are indeed that...but, what a feeling of accomplishment when you are finished. I have never been pushed so hard and have never felt so good at the end of a 20 to 30 minute workout.

All of the muscle groups are worked throughout the week and my entire body shape has changed for the better.

All the coaches are exceptional at what they do, but I want to send a special "shout out" to Coach Ben Benson. He happens to be the coach for the classes I attend and each day I continue to be impressed with his knowledge and skills for this particular type of workout .Ben flawlessly teaches each exercise by breaking it down into minute detail.

His coaching style keeps you from getting frustrated when you are so tired that you want to quit. He is adamant that each of your movements be the best that it can be. He is always available to talk about improved nutrition and is eager to help you reach the goals you set for yourself.

Admirably, Ben not only talks the talk, he truly in the most extraordinary of ways, walks the walk in exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle.

So this is all to say, thank you CrossFit Decatur..and thank you Ben and ALL of the coaches for making my days healthier and fun. I wish more people would just give it a try. It will keep you from being bored with exercise and you will be addicted in no time in the best sort of way.

- Suzanne Ingram