Building Better People

Charlie did a nutrition webinar for the members at BoomFit yesterday to help them with nutrition during this time of "shelter in place". This will create some new challenges with people having to be home non stop. Even though they are still busy with kids and work from home they now have the ability to graze and eat all day. Listen to hear some ways you can offset gaining the COVID-19! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com.

Todd Emerson, 40 years old, has recently lost 19 pounds of body fat in the first 6 weeks as a member of the gym. Today he shares his fitness journey. The breaking point for him had to do with a Nasa t-shirt that his son asked him to wear. The shirt didn't fit along with several other items of clothing he owned. That was it. He became determined to do something. Todd has seen amazing results in two months. You will be inspired by his fitness journey, enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com.

Clay Ruffino, 52 years old, shares his fitness journey on the podcast today. He recently joined our gym and started the 6 week challenge. Clay was already working out 7 days a week and trying to eat clean. Why would he be interested in the 6 week challenge? His story gives insight to anyone who is currently hitting the gym regularly but feels like they could be doing more or making better progress. Clay has appreciated having structure to his workouts and community. Now he works out twice per day and is getting even better results than before. Lots of good nuggets of wisdom on this episode about nutrition and overcoming plateaus. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com.

Casey Atnip, 28 years old, shares his fitness journey on the podcast today. You may know him from his radio days as 'Catnip'. It was because of a radio promo with a local gym that Casey actually found CrossFit. He started his CrossFit journey at MPower Fitness which he shares was exactly what he needed. Like many people Casey did not want to get hurt so he avoided weights and stuck mainly to running. When he started CrossFit a little over 3 years ago he immediately bought in. Casey opens up about some personal matters on this episode that tie directly to his fitness journey. His story shows how powerful of a role a community and regular fitness routine can play in your life as you battle personal struggles. You will be inspired by his openness and willingness to share. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com.

Matthew McGarr, 50 years old, shares his fitness journey on the podcast today. He has been doing CrossFit a little over four years and says this is the longest he has ever stuck with any program. He has great insight on how to approach the various complexities that these types of workouts present in terms of scaling, mobility and skill. His insight on asking for help and preventing injuries is very helpful for people who are just starting out. Matthew is one of the most encouraging and uplifting people you will meet. His story will inspire you to stay committed to your workout plan no matter how much progress you feel like you are making. He reminds us how to measure progress which is sometimes not the way we think. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com.

Vincent (31) and Rachel (27) Adams began their 6-week challenge together in November. They were coming into the program with different goals and different backgrounds. Vincent had a background as an elite gymnast but had slipped out of the workout routine and was struggling to find motivation to even go to the gym. Rachel was facing a difficult time emotionally and needed to dial in her eating habits. They both discovered a program that actually worked and a new community to plug into. Since they finished their challenge they have continued to workout, often times together, and this experience has connected them in a new way. You will be inspired by their fitness journey. Enjoy!  If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com.

Amanda Fleming, 47 years old, shares her fitness journey on the podcast today. She is no stranger to fitness however she had no idea what type of experience was in store for her when she started her 6-week challenge in November of 2018. Amanda has fully embraced the community and culture at CSCF/BoomFit. She shares how it resembles her experience being a military family and the connection between the comradery of other families who had family members deployed overseas. There was a bond created. She shares how much she needed that in her fitness journey and life. Her example has inspired her daughter, Gracen, to start working out at the gym. Amanda's story is a fantastic reminder of the positive impact a gym family can make in your life. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com.

Lee Walla, 25 years old, has been a member at CSCF for one year. It has been awesome to see Lee embrace CrossFit and the community in such a short period of time. This is the longest he has been committed to a workout program and he largely attributes his dedication to the community. Lee has been in and out of the gym since college in 6-8 month spurts. Now he has found something he enjoys doing and his fitness is skyrocketing. You will be encouraged by listening to his story. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Bobby Miksch, 57 years old, and Ashley Miksch, 30 years old, workout together at College Station CrossFit almost everyday and have been for the last two years. They will sometimes go to lunch afterwards and Bobby says that this time has been a sweet gift of time together that he was not able to get early on in Ashley's life due to being busy building a business. Ashley has been inspired by watching her dad do CrossFit since 2012. His healthy example led her to lose 80 pounds over the past 4 years! Bobby gives Ashley 100% credit for the transformation and speaks to his approach to helping his daughter start working out and eating better. Ashley gives advice to parents who would like to help their children lose weight. This interview is full of love and inspiration, enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com

Jon Friedman, 49 years old, joins me on the podcast this week to talk about the 50 for 50 Challenge. This year Jon turns 50 and he has created a challenge open to anyone interested in participating with him. He goes over the details of the challenge and how he came up with it. If you are interested in participating you can email him at jfriedman@txbsi.com. It is absolutely free and there are no prizes other than staying in shape and challenging yourself with some other guys your age. Listen to hear more about the program. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Beth Garza is a wife, mother of three and 39 years old. She is excited to turn 40 and has embraced health and fitness the majority of her life. She found CrossFit one year after the birth of her oldest son, Ben, and has been hooked ever since. She did CrossFit through her next two pregnancies and has continued to remain consistent in the gym. Beth moved here from Colorado in the summer and she was quick to find a new gym. She has been a member of multiple gyms and continues to learn new things. Her story speaks to the effectiveness of the CrossFit program and the community. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Jeff Carouth, 34 years old, joined our gym a little over two months ago. He was 342 pounds and needed guidance and accountability to make the necessary changes in his life. Like most he fell victim to all of the temptations that exist nutritionally and fell out of working out completely. With the support of his nutrition coach on the 6-week challenge Jeff went on to lose 25 pounds in 6 weeks! Jeff feels amazing. He has continued to lose weight after his 6-week challenge and is now below 300 pounds which was a goal of his by the start of the new year. Jeff has a new perspective now. According to him it really is not that hard to lose the weight - just follow the plan. His story will inspire you. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Make this the year that you take back your life! If you embrace these 7 strategies you will accomplish your new years resolutions and much more. You Can Be Fit! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Shelly Rice, 48 years old, recently lost 20 pounds on the 6 week challenge. She had been stuck for a few years after losing an initial 30 pounds. Today she talks about how she got unstuck and broke the weight loss plateau that so many people face. She shares how meal prepping is the single most important key to her success. Her story will inspire you and give you practical tips on how to approach your fitness journey. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Beth Deuermeyer, 35 years old, has been a guest on the podcast before and today she shares her faith journey. Beth was recently baptized and talks about how she came to making that decision. She shares about how angry she was with God for previous years. How losing her dad added to that tremendously and how she used to be annoyed by public prayer. The past year has been full of ups and downs but her heart has changed. Her story reminds us of Gods goodness and steadfast pursuit of us. Beth has a very encouraging testimony. I hope it inspires you in your faith journey. If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Laci Scully, 26 years old, has lost 85 pounds in the past 5 years! It all started because she was following some inspirational people on various media outlets and applying their advice. She did not lose the weight fast, it was quite the opposite. She committed and saw incremental progress that eventually led her to where she is today. She feels amazing and now she wants to inspire others. This is an awesome story and it will encourage you in your personal fitness journey. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Garrett Dikes, 30 years old, shares his fitness journey on the podcast today. At the start of this year Garrett weighed 278 pounds and now he is weighing in at 227. Although Garrett has been a part of the gym fam for 7 years he has had his ups and downs which he shares about on the podcast today. He is in a completely new head space which is allowing him to not only enjoy the gym more but also truly love himself. Listen to hear all about how Garrett changed his mindset and lost 51 pounds since January. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Laura Polasek, 39 years old, shares her fitness journey on the podcast today. She talks about how she used to be so against CrossFit and even the thought of going "outside" to now becoming someone who comes to CrossFit nearly everyday. Although Laura has been a long time member of the gym she had slipped into some unhealthy nutritional habits over the years and she finally decided to make some changes. She signed up for the six week challenge with coach Josh and lost 12 pounds and 4.5% body fat in 6 weeks! More importantly she grew in her confidence and belief in herself. Listen to hear how she did it and how it has impacted her. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Arnold Motl, 24 years old, shares his fitness journey the podcast today. Arnold has lost 30 pounds in the last two and a half years at College Station CrossFit and recently accomplished his first bar muscle-up! His story reminds us of the positive impact a community can have on someones life. Arnold is in a better place today than he was when he joined the gym and you will understand why after listening to this episode. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com. 

Beth Miles, 53 years old, began her CrossFit journey 10 years ago at 43 years of age. She has stood the test of time. Beth is a wife and a mother. She has remained consistent in her workouts throughout these last 10 years and has tremendous fitness to show for it. This interview carries so much wisdom in it. If you do CrossFit and hope to stick with it for many years to come listening to this episode will give you so much insight from someone who has done what you hope to do. You will be inspired by hearing Beth share her experience and story. Enjoy! If you are interested in learning more about our programs visit www.boomfitbcs.com.