Building Better People

Larry Hollingsworth - It's Never Too Late

Larry Hollingsworth, is 53 years old. Today he shares his incredible journey of juggling the ebbs and flows of life and working towards progressing in physical fitness. Larry began his fitness feats in 2005 till 2007; during which he lost an incredible 100lbs (beginning at four hundred pounds and then cutting down to 295lbs). After suffering a terrible car crash he was thrown off kilter for almost thirteen years. Just a few months ago Larry clicked on a weekly BoomFit newsletter email, met with Charlie, then began his adventure back. He successfully lost 24lbs on the 6-Week Challenge and since has continued to shave off weight. He is a wonderful example that anyone can bounce back from years of being out of habit, along with showing the importance of maintaining the habit to ensure time doesn’t slip away.

Andrew Loring - Perspective on Fitness

Andrew Loring, 32 years old, shares his fitness journey on the podcast today. Andrew and his wife have 3 little girls and are originally from Maine. He had no ties to Texas A&M and moved down to College Station and joined the faculty at Texas A&M in the Mays Business School. Andrew states in his interview that he doesn’t approach fitness like many others in that he doesn’t aspire to accomplish a futuristic goal. He works out because he needs to. Working out gives him fuel for the day. It motivates him and gives him clarity. His words exactly are, “Working out gives me what I need to exist on a daily basis.” His perspective is powerful. Adopting some or all of his perspective when it comes to your fitness might be exactly what you need to get you through this time of having to stay home. Enjoy! 

 

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Tyler Stillwell - Conviction to CrossFit

Tyler Stillwell, 27, shares his incredible fitness journey on the podcast today. Tyler knows what it feels like to weigh 500 pounds. From an early age he knew he wanted a family, he wanted kids and has had a deep conviction that he did not want his parents to have to bury him so he started his weight loss journey. As a freshman in high school Tyler weighed 324 ponds then by the time he graduated he weighed 478.8. In the next three years he worked with a personal trainer and got down to 232 pounds. Then life circumstances occurred and he got back up to 377 pounds in the next 2-3 years. Today Tyler weighs 241 pounds. His story is powerful. It is a great reminder that no one can lose weight for you. It has to be your decision. You will be amazed and inspired by his fitness journey. Enjoy!

COVID-19 Nutrition Webinar

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!

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Todd Emerson - Nasa T-shirt

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!

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Clay Ruffino - Change Is Good

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!

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Casey Atnip - Fresh Start

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!

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Matthew McGarr - Embrace Failure

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!

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Vincent & Rachel Adams - Two Are Better Than One

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! 

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Amanda Fleming - A Whole New World

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!

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