Athlete of the Month: Shari Rattray

Congratulations to Shari for being named our Athlete of the Month for July!! Read below to find out a little more about her time here at the Riv.

1. What made you decide to join the Riv?

• I had just moved to DE from Miami for work and I decided to give CrossFit a try after a friend suggested it.  I visited a couple boxes in the area and attended a few free classes, but the vibe of those boxes didn’t sync with my personality.  I decided to drive to the Riv after work one day to check it out and immediately as I entered through the door I felt at home and I hadn’t even taken the tour yet.  The gym was spacious and the positive energy was inescapable.  Additionally, the class schedule was super convenient.  I loved the fact that there were several class offered in the mornings and evenings or even if I wanted to take a long lunch and come in the middle of the day.

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

• Like most people at the box, my fitness goals are always evolving.  But, I’ve lost several inches and gained a lot of stamina, both mentally and physically.  I’ve stopped stressing over the scale because even though I haven’t lost much in terms of pounds, my body composition has certainly improved.

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

• I can certainly tell you my least favorite off the bat….any WOD requiring me to run greater than 200m.  But, I really like doing any workout with cleans and I love rowing.  Since I started doing the OLY class with Mik, my strength and form has improved significantly.  I’ve also improved significantly on my 500m row time.

4. What is your favorite part of the Riv?

• The community.  I’m an introvert and the community has actually helped me to open up more.  It was unavoidable, we partner up, we spend a lot of time here, we are all like-minded people going through similar struggles, mentally and physically and that in itself makes you bond.  I love the fact that everyone is genuinely encouraging and supportive of each other.  It makes you try harder because everyone is trying harder too.

Athlete of the Month: Phillip Gatlin

Congratulations to Phillip Gatlin for being the Athlete of the Month for June!! Such a hard worker and talented athlete!

1. What made you decide to join the Riv?

-I decided to join the Riv to challenge myself and become a better athlete. CrossFit Riverfront was the best decision I’ve made in my fitness journey.

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

-CrossFit helped with my fitness goals a lot with my endurance, pushing myself more mentally, and opening up to trying new things.

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

-Deadlifts and muscle ups are definitely my favorite movements!!! My squat snatches are definitely my biggest improvement!

4. What is your favorite part of the Riv?

-My favorite part is the community and how everyone pushes you to become the best athlete you can be.