Coach Yohanna
Estime.

I was introduced to CrossFit in the spring of 2013. I wasn't looking for a new way to train — I was active, had a trainer and thought I was physically fit. I had just recovered from arthroscopic knee surgery and didn't think I could keep pace. I walked into a CrossFit gym for a free trial, and after a week I was hooked. I was sore and I loved it!

What I love about CrossFit is the constantly varied workouts — the lifting, the gymnastics skill development, the running and yes, the burpees. Most of all I love the community. We suffer through each workout together, and push and challenge each other to keep moving. This box is my second home and my gym family.

I've competed in powerlifting and Olympic lifting meets — placing on the podium each time — and in many local competitions that fuel my competitive nature. Becoming a coach was a goal of mine, and now I get to spread my love of CrossFit and help other athletes accomplish their own goals at B.I.G.