CrossFit Issaquah

Join us Veteran’s Day

East:
5:30am
8am
4:30pm

West:
10am
3:45pm
4:30pm

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Save the date!

Join ICF for an epic night to celebrate 2024! 🌚🎄👻

Time: 7-10pm
Location: West

Additional details to follow.

You don’t want to miss this. We promise!

CFI Member Spotlight 🔦

🌟 Neelima 🌟

I have been with CFI for the past 2 years! 💪🏻

When I started CF 2 years ago I couldn’t even pick up a barbell. I was scared and intimated but I didn’t need to be. I made a lot of progress with the help of the awesome coaches and encouragement from our friendly supportive members. ☺️ I look toward to going to CF everyday with a positive mindset! It’s my happy place!

Fun facts about me:
• I have run 🏃‍♀️ 16 half marathons and one full marathon
• My favorite CrossFit movement is the clean
• I have lived in Seattle 🏙️ for 22 years where I have raised my 3 kids
• I love baking! 🍪

We love having your smiling face at CFI Neelima! Thank you for being a part of our gym family! 🫶🏻

Please sponsor us 🙏🏻😇

We promise to always color coordinate and play Baby Shark at least once in every class. 😂

Sincerely,

and your humble Issaquah CrossFit Owners 😬

Member spotlight 🔦 👏🏻

This gem 💎 Shannon Terry, in her own words:

Hi CrossFit Issaquah!

My name is Shannon Terry and I joined the family in the middle of May when I moved to Fall City.  I have been on a weight loss journey for over two years and have lost a lot of weight. 

Since joining CFI, I have lost an additional 25 pounds and increased my strength tenfold. 

Some of you ask me why I smile during the WODs:  I’m just happy that I’m able to do them and get that workout high.  It feels amazing that I have my life back.

I love it at CFI and would highly recommend it to anyone. The coaching is excellent, and the members are always friendly and caring. I hope I am here forever!

Shannon, you are a valued member of CFI, and we LOVE your amazing attitude and smile that you share with us all! Thank you for being a valued member of our CFI community!! 😄🙏🏻

Member spotlight!

Bryan Vaughn 👊🏻

•Originally from Portland, OR and lived in Kentucky for 20 years
•Currently lives in Issaquah with his 17 year old son, Will who attends IHS
•By day: Sales Operations for a Seattle-based healthcare technology company
•CrossFit for 7 years
•In Bryan’s free time, when not watching his son play football 🏈 , you can find him wrecking a working out at ICF West 💪🏻
•Avid Kentucky Wildcats fan. Go Cats!
•Fun Fact: Bryan was a college cheerleader at the University of Kentucky📣
•Favorite lift: Back squat 🏋️ Least favorite movement: Toes to Bar

Thanks for being a part of the CFI family Bryan!

CFI Family please help us welcome Mike Tom to the team!! 🙌🏻

A little about Mike:
•CrossFit - since 2014
•Favorite movement: The Clean 💪🏻
•Least favorite movement: Chest-To-Bar
•Favorite jams to workout to: Skrillex

Other coaching experience: American Legion Baseball ⚾️

By profession Mike works in emergency medicine 🚨, clinical and regulatory consulting, and functional medicine.

Hobbies and interests: Hanging and adventuring with wife (Megan) 💍and dog (Duchess) 🐶, skiing ⛷️, and scuba diving 🤿!

You can find Mike at both East and West! We are thrilled to have you join the coaching crew Mike!

Member Spotlight Monday 🎉

has been a member of the CFI community since 2022!!

• Silvia arrived to the US in 2022 with her husband and son from Brazil! 🇧🇷
• Loves wine 🍷 CrossFit 🏋️ Japanese cuisine 🥢 and the abundant nature in the PNW 🏔️
• Has been in CrossFit since 2019
• Is an architect and interior designer by profession 🌆
• Loves to travel and a favorite destination is Italy 🍝
• Can be found consistently kicking A** at our West 10am class! 🙌🏻

Thanks for being a vital part of our community Silvia! 🫶🏻

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Happy first day of school to our ISD families! Wishing you all a happy healthy year of learning!!

-Your CFI Family 😊

What are your favorite protein sources, outside of a shake?

Hitting a protein target 🎯 can seem daunting at first but once you discover what you like, and start to track it, becomes easily manageable and a part of your daily routine, just like your workout.

Let’s collectively help each other prepare for September 1st by sharing our favorite protein sources here! 🌱 🥩 🍗 🌰

See you there! 👏🏻 💪🏻

With our September challenge right around the corner, if you’re looking for a great way easily to boost your daily protein intake a shake is very helpful.

We love brand protein because of the quality of ingredients:

•26g Protein per serving
•Grass-fed and rBGH free
•Added BCAAs and digestive enzymes
•Soy free

Available in Strawberry 🍓 Chocolate 🍫 or Vanilla 🌸
🌱 Plant based also available 🌱

How to order:
•Message us through IG
•Tell your coach at class
•Email us [email protected]

Did summer do your diet dirty? Too many BBQ’s, boat snacks, and S’more’s?

🌟 Join CFI this September for our Back to School Reset Challenge! 🌟

It’s simple! 😃

• Aim to consume 1 gram of protein for every pound of body weight
• Track it daily
• Notice and document your results
• Share your story through SM - be sure to tag 😉

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻Here’s the BEST part! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

2 of our participating members will be selected from a drawing at the end of the month to receive:

*One 🆓 personal training session with head coach
*One 🆓 month of customized nutrition support

The fine print:
If you are already a nutrition client, please talk to your CFI Nutrition Coach directly/ Talk to your Dr. / Must be participating in the challenge to win.

Never miss a Monday! 💪🏻

Start your week off by putting yourself into a success mindset. 🌟

Why Monday?
• Set the tone of your week, most people consider Monday the start of the week.
• Exercise releases endorphins to help relieve that “case of the Mondays”. 😊
• Studies show that individuals who prioritize a Monday workout actually have increased productivity all week long.

💪🏻 Muscle:
•Is essential for a body’s function
•Is the body’s metabolic currency
•Helps people live longer

Use it or lose it! 💪🏻

Are you:

• A current CrossFit or group fitness coach?
• Looking for an awesome place to share your passion for fitness?
• Fun loving, outgoing, and little sarcastic, and a lot passionate about helping others?
• Looking for part (or full time!) work at the BEST CrossFit gym on the Eastside?

DM or email us today! We are looking for amazing folks to join our team!

Some of our awesome benefits for coaches:
• Discounted or waived membership
• 2 Locations
• A place to grow your knowledge and pick up new skills
• A truly collaborative work environment
• Part or full time work with flexible scheduling
• Unlimited access to our gyms and equipment

Are you 👀:

• A current CrossFit or group fitness coach?
• Looking for an awesome place to share your passion for fitness?
• Fun loving, outgoing, and little sarcastic, and a lot passionate about helping others?
• Looking for part (or full time!) work at the BEST CrossFit gym on the Eastside?

DM or email 📧 us today! We are looking for amazing folks to join our team!

Some of our awesome benefits for coaches:
• Discounted or waived membership
• 2 Locations
• A place to grow your knowledge and pick up new skills
• A truly collaborative work environment
• Part or full time work with very flexible scheduling
• Unlimited access to our gyms and equipment

List of things you can do instead of making excuses for why you can’t go to the gym:

1. **Set Clear Goals**: Define what you want to achieve. Whether it’s losing weight, building muscle, or improving endurance, having specific goals can keep you motivated.

2. **Create a Schedule**: Plan your gym sessions at the same time each day. Treat it like any other important appointment you can’t miss.

3. **Find a Workout Buddy**: Having someone to exercise with can hold you accountable and make workouts more enjoyable.

4. **Track Your Progress**: Use a journal or an app to log your workouts and track your progress over time. Seeing improvements can be highly motivating.

5. **Prepare in Advance**: Pack your gym bag the night before and set out your workout clothes. This reduces excuses and makes it easier to head out the door.

6. **Choose a Convenient Gym**: Select a gym that is close to your home or workplace. The more convenient it is, the less likely you are to skip your workout.

7. **Mix Up Your Routine**: Keep your workouts interesting by trying new exercises. No two days are exactly alike at CrossFit Issaquah. This can prevent boredom and keep you engaged.

8. **Reward Yourself**: Set up a reward system for achieving your fitness goals. This could be anything from a small treat to a new piece of workout gear.

9. **Stay Positive**: Focus on the positive aspects of working out, such as the energy boost and stress relief. Positive reinforcement can help build a lasting habit.

10. **Seek Professional Guidance**: If you’re unsure about how to reach your goals, consider a free consultation with us, hiring a personal trainer and/or nutrition coach. They can provide a structured plan and keep you accountable.

Book your free consultation today!

https://crossfitissaquah.com/