January 6, 2011Thursday 110106
CrossFit 757 kicks off the latest round of the CrossFit Affiliate Snapshot. Owner: John Weiss. Affiliate Since: August 2009. Location: Norfolk, VA. Square Footage: 7000. Number of Members? 80-90. Number of Trainers? (Male/Female) 6 Male, 3 Female. Describe your gym culture in one word: Tight. Most used piece of gear in your gym? Barbells. Advice you wish you had been given: Relax. What question would you love to ask other affiliate owners? When were you comfortable enough to leave your full-time gig and throw yourself into the gym full time? Workout or movement that elicits the most groans in your affiliate: Kalsu. Coolest WOD: Tommy V. Favorite CrossFit saying: Embrace the suck. Complete the sentence: CrossFit should . . . continue to be open to rational change from within the community, however, when it comes to its stated goals, we should stay the course. Posted by Lisbeth at January 6, 2011 12:05 AMComments
John and his co-horts at 757 are doing great things. Outstanding box and an outstanding group of welcoming individuals. His generosity and open-armed approach made me feel welcomed so much so that I felt as if I was a member myself. Great time was had when I dropped in for the Movember-stache WOD with the TakeOver crew! Comment #1 - Posted by: Chris Russell at January 5, 2011 9:21 PMCongrats John on successfully creating an amazing community and an exceptional box! The trainers are all top-notch athletes and sincere in their encouragement of others while providing knowledgeable coaching. The 757 community continues to grow with an extraordinary camaraderie. Keep up the great work! Comment #2 - Posted by: Alicia at January 6, 2011 7:52 AMNice to see a shout out to the 757 crew (yay, Lisa!). Awesome work, guys. Erika 1 year and 3 months at CF757 as we call it has changed my life in more ways than one can put on here. Thank you John for bringing crossfit into the the lives of many new and old athletes in the Norfolk, VA area. Our members and trainers make up an amazing family that bonds and works so well together. Comment #4 - Posted by: Henro at January 6, 2011 9:24 AMSo proud to be part of this team. Our members are passionate and ready to scream. Then again, so are us trainers... HEELS!! Comment #5 - Posted by: Adam at January 6, 2011 12:13 PM757 is legit. Comment #6 - Posted by: Pat Sherwood at January 6, 2011 7:56 PMCrossFit757 has changed my life. I joined in Aug and took me until Dec to Rx my first workout. The trainers were patient and advised me to keep coming, keep trying and to keep my ego in check. I've been sore, but I haven't had an injury. I'll be continuing and bringing more late 40's newbies to the CF universe. Comment #7 - Posted by: Brucet45410 at January 7, 2011 4:27 PMJohn and his 757 trainers are all great coaches. They provide an amazing atmoshere and have always welcomed us warmly. 757 is doing some great things. Keep it up John. Comment #8 - Posted by: Ryan - CTO at January 7, 2011 7:44 PMWhat can I say about 757?....I love the holes in the walls, the huge American Flag and the badass athletes and coaches there! John is about community and quality training. And he hosts some really cool events too. Thanks for providing support and insight for us new guys! Andy G.-CrossFit TakeOver Comment #9 - Posted by: Andy G. at January 8, 2011 10:26 AMPost a comment |
