CrossFit ABF
2025-05-08T01:14:31.659Z
Before I walked into ABF in December 2024, I had never walked into a gym in my life. I had no idea how to lift, squat, snatch, burpee, row - anything. I had thought about going before, but always had a lot of anxiety about looking dumb because I had no idea what to do. ABF took that anxiety and turned it into motivation for me.I started on a 5 class foundations course that was mostly 1-on-1 personal training teaching the absolute basics of how to gym. The foundations instruction was amazing and tailored to my abilities. After that, I joined the regular classes. There was a bit of anxiety about having the training wheels off, but every single coach at ABF is amazing about watching you and making sure to correct you if your form is off. The coaches are all great at instructions, demonstrations, answering questions, and motivating you to complete your workout. CrossFit workouts can look intimidating, but scaling the workout to suit your ability is always an option. After about 2 months I went from still struggling to match terms with movements to having all of the movements down. Occasionally a wild one will be thrown in that you haven't seen before, but the coaches are there to show you how they work.In 5 months I went from not knowing what a deadlift is to deadlifting 305 lbs. My mobility at the beginning was laughable - now I'm doing 3/4 toes to bar (YouTube it!) easily. My cholesterol is down 32 points. ABF's program *works*!You know what also makes ABF great? The people and the community. ABF puts on fun events once or twice a month such as themed group workouts, test outs, a st paddy's day workout and party, etc. Other members will cheer you on to complete a workout. You will make friends here.Once a month there are amazing yoga and kickboxing classes on Sundays. They also bring in guest physical therapists for free 10-15 minute sessions in at least monthly.I know I couldn't have asked for a more perfect gym to start my fitness journey. I love everyone here, and I will always be thankful to Coach Ryan (the owner), the other coaches, and my friend who suggested I try this place out. I'm now more fit than I have ever been in my entire life.
Before I walked into ABF in December 2024, I had never walked into a gym in my life. I had no idea how to lift, squat, snatch, burpee, row - anything.... More