Congratulations to Matt for being named Athlete of the Month for May! Good luck with the upcoming move!

1. What made you decide to join the Riv?

At work, Bobby Kennedy told me he enjoyed the heck out of it, and that I should give it a try. I definitely needed something a little less solitary than the traditional gym experience to keep me motivated. So far it’s definitely done that, I was one week in and I knew I was there to stay.

2. How has CrossFit Riverfront helped you reach some of your fitness goals?

I participated in my first CrossFit competition and I placed! For someone who never participated in team sports in school, receiving recognition for anything athletic is kind of a big deal for me. I have many other goals and benchmarks I’m hoping to still achieve, handstand walks, for sure, being one of them.

3. What has been your favorite workout? What have you improved on most?

I don’t think I have a favorite workout, but I have favorite exercises – squat cleans being at the top. I also really enjoy any workout with HSPU or T2B. I just find them satisfying movements. I can’t say double-unders are my favorite, but it took me a solid three months to be able to string more than three together, and I can proudly say I perform them in WODs now!

4. What is your favorite part of the Riv?

I think community seems to be the consensus! But seriously, the Riv is full of such supportive members. If you’ve ever been to a competition, it’s a really neat thing to watch everyone cheer each other on. I think it’s what drives our athletes to improve ourselves. My experience so far at the Riv has been really great. It’s tough to explain to non-crossfitters why I wake up 4:30AM to do it, but it’s, without a doubt, the best part of my day.