CrossFit Preferred

3244 E Guadalupe Rd #101, Gilbert, AZ 85234, USA

Address:	3244 E Guadalupe Rd #101, Gilbert, AZ 85234, USA
Phone:	+1 480-268-9307
Site:	crossfitpreferred.com
Rating:	4.9
Working:	5:30–7:30AM 5:30–7:30AM 5:30–7:30AM 5:30–7:30AM 5:30–7:30AM 7–10AM Closed

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Sophia Holguin

My name is Sophia and I am 15 years old. Before I started running, I trained as a competitive swimmer for 4.5 years. That consisted of training six days a week with double workouts on some days. My days were always the same: eat, school, swim, sleep, repeat. I stopped swimming in December, but I wanted a short-term goal to work up to. I was always told by my coaches that I was a good runner so I decided to see what opportunities that could bring me. I also wanted to incorporate CrossFit workouts with the running. I met with Kris and Tiersa LeSueur at CrossFit Preferred and discussed what I was interested in and that I wanted to run a half marathon. Kris LeSueur reached out to me and offered to train me for a half marathon. I accepted and was so appreciative that he could help me. At the beginning of this process, the longest I had ever run was 4.2 miles and this was only at Pat’s Run. I knew that I had a long way to go, but I was ready for the challenge. Kris wanted me to run 3-4 times a week. I had the time and was excited, so I agreed. We decided on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. I also incorporated gym workouts throughout this process. At first I was going to run in the P.F Chang’s Rock n’ Roll Half Marathon, but Kris and I agreed that I could run my best at the Phoenix Half Marathon because it gave us some more time. On Mondays, I would run to get some miles in and to work on breathing and pace. On Wednesdays, my Dad and I would go to the CrossFit Preferred endurance workouts at the Highland high school track. I remember the first time we went to the track workout. My dad and I got there super early and were nervously waiting for people to show up. When we got out on the track to meet everyone, it was freezing cold and pitch black. I was rethinking this whole thing! Then we did the workout. It kicked my butt! I have never run fast intervals in my life. The next couple hours at school my legs felt like noodles, but I loved the feeling of accomplishment that it left me with. Now I look forward to the Wednesday morning track workouts with the group. Everyone is so supportive and friendly (not to mention super-fast). It is a fun group. Kris helps me with form and techniques at the track. I learned that the little things can make a big difference, like keeping my arms lower, relaxing my shoulders, moving my feet faster, and landing on the middle of my foot. On Fridays, I would do a short 2-3 mile run. This would keep my body moving and prepare me for the next day. On Saturdays, I had my long runs that would increase in mileage each week. My mom took some short video clips on my long runs that I would send to Kris so he could watch and review my running. For my birthday in January, my parents bought me a Garmin to track my runs. It is the coolest thing ever. Before I had the watch, I used the app, Map My Run, which worked well, but it was a little off on the distances and paces. After each run, I sent screenshots of my run which included my time, splits, heart rate, and more. Kris reviewed my runs and gave me feedback and advice. I also learned that stretching and rolling out was a big part of recovery that I was never used to. After some of my longer runs, my legs were tired but stretching and foam rolling really helped with my recovery. I’ve noticed that my legs have become much stronger because I am using the muscles in a different way. It is so cool to see transformation between different forms of exercise. Overall, my experience was one that I will never forget. I love running. It is my time to just relax and to not think or worry about anything else. Last week on March 25th, I ran my first half marathon. I finished with a time of 1:37.44 holding 7:28 minute miles. I also finished 2nd place in my division, 15-18 year old women. I couldn’t have done this without the coaching and training plans from Kris. Kris is encouraging, supportive, kind and very knowledgeable. I am grateful to take on my next challenge with Kris as my coach. Next stop, the Utah Valley Marathon in June!

trhatch

This is by far the best method of health maintenance and fitness training I have ever done, and I can say that with confidence after 6 months coming here for a consistent, quality experience. Ive been an athlete all my life, playing high school basketball, football, and a state competitor in track & field, and this is the smartest and most functional type of training Ive seen. Id heard bad things about "crossfit" before I started going to this gym (only from people who have never done it, of course..) and decided to try it out for myself. This gym is organized and safe, with a staff that knows technique and form very well so people dont get hurt. We always warm up well, do a strength training portion, then the "workout of the day" (WOD). Every single day is different and keeps your body guessing, and in a short period of time Ive made leaps and bounds in my overall strength, aesthetics, and cardiovascular endurance. If the workout is too intense, the trainers will tone it down to match your level. Their pricing is decent: First week is free (to get a lil taste), then the first month is only $50 to make sure youre up for it, and from then on it jumps to $125 a month for a single person-- which equates to less than $5.70 per visit if you go 5 days a week, 22 days out of a 30 day month. For a hands on, scheduled workout in a class-like atmosphere, thats more than worth it. Its less than what youd spend at McDonalds anyways so do yourself a favor and make that trade ;)

Alexander Coracides

I was a member at Crossfit Preferred for over 8 months. The reason I had to leave was do to a move with my new job location. I love Crossfit Preferred. It’s not because of Crossfit Preferred being my first crossfit box and crossfit experience, it’s because of multiple factors. The coaches at Crossfit Preferred worked with me on eliminating my fears or preconceived notion of what crossfit entailed. The coaches didn’t pressure me, but encouraged me to push and work harder to achieve goals I didn’t think I was capable of before I walked into the crossfit box. They worked with me from a beginners level to a level that I feel comfortable with that I can do on my own. The other factor is working as team to achieve goals in crossfit. I felt the camaraderie and team atmosphere with the members of the gym. The staff and members made me feel that I was a member the first day I walked in. It will be hard to top my experience from Crossfit Preferred at the new location I walk into, but Preferred definitely gave me the tools, physically and mentally, to make the next place a great experience.

Meg Hamberlin

So I was completely skeptical about working out just because gyms never have a community atmosphere. I usually feel judged because Im a bigger girl and thats the whole reason I wanted to join a gym. Not to mention when you hear the word "crossfit" you cringe because of that reputation...BUT!!!! This crossfit gym is so amazing. I never feel judged. Ever. Im always being uplifted and encouraged to do better each time I go. Its not at all what I expected crossfit to be like, given their "reputation". All of the coaches want to help you be the best you can be without forcing you to do anything. One of the coaches there, Tiersa, is a nutritionist and I consult with her. Ive only really been going at it for about a month, and the nutrition only a week and a half, but I definitely feel my body starting to change. Im starting to feel great and amazing and Im so glad Kris referred me to this gym. Its starting to change my life and Im going to continue working out here. I love it!