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For Wil, being “Fearless” means the ability to take on any task with an open mind and a positive attitude. A willingness to try things we’re not sure we can succeed at, just to see what we’re capable of. An attitude that supports exploration, challenge, and play.
Wil’s favorite workout is “Helen” which is 3 Rounds for Time of 400m Run, 21 Kettlebell Swings, and 12 Kipping Pullups. His favorite movement is the Clean & Jerk.
Certifications include: Certified CrossFit Trainer (CF-L3), CrossFit Barbell, CrossFit Endurance, CrossFit Gymnastics, CrossFit Kettlebell, CrossFit Kids, CrossFit Nutrition, CrossFit Olympic Weightlifting, CrossFit Running (Certified Pose Instructor), CrossFit Sports-Specific Application, HeartsaverFirst Aid, USAW Level 1 Sports Performance Coach, USAW Level 2 Advanced Sports Performance Coach
Certifications: CF-L2, CF Kids, The Ready State Certified Mobility Coach
Fabio joined Fearless Athletics in 2012 and has been coaching since 2015.In addition to being our daytime trainer at CrossFit South Philly, Fabio manages the day-to-day facility operations and our cleaning & maintenance staff. For Fabio, being “Fearless” means showing unlimited potential and confidence to try anything with no regard to possible failure. His favorite workout is our house WOD, “Fearless” and his favorite movements include Ring Dips, Push Presses, and Thrusters.
Certifications: CF-L1, CrossFit Sports-Specific Application, CrossFit Gymnastics, CrossFit Weightlifting, GMB Movement Seminar Attendee, CrossFit Online Course: Scaling
Mert joined Fearless Athletics in 2017 and became a coach in 2018 and is the head coach of our LIFT program at Olde City Barbell Club. He holds a B.S. in Physical Education and Personal Coaching from Marmara University in Istanbul, Turkey. Some of our members refer to him as “machine gun”…if you see him lift then you’ll know why! Mert’s favorite movement is the Snatch and his favorite workout is “Diane”, which is 21-15-9 reps for time of Deadlifts and Handstand Pushups.
Certifications: CF-L1, USAW Level 1 Sports Performance Coach, USAW Level 2 Advanced Weightlifting Coach, CrossFit Weightlifting
Crossley joined Fearless Athletics in August 2013 and started coaching in 2016. For Crossley, being “Fearless” means in the presence of her fears, to go on! Crossley’s favorite movement is the Snatch and her favorite types of workouts are those with a variety of movements and challenges that require an intimate collaboration between mental and physical toughness.
Certifications: CF-L1, CrossFit Sports-Specific Application, USAW L1 Sports Performance Coach
preview sentence and add in beginning of expanded bio: Sandra joined Fearless Athletics in 2012 and began coaching in 2016. For Sandra, being “Fearless” means pushing herself well beyond her comfort zone. “I overcame my fear of water by learning to swim at 38, I even competed in an indoor sprint triathlon a few months later!” The philosophy and community that comes with being a member of Fearless Athletics gave her the courage to eradicate this fear. Sandra’s favorite movement is the Strict Pull-Up and she favors any type of “For Time” style workout.
Certifications: CF-L1, Heartsaver First Aid
With a movement background in dance and gymnastics, Natalie began her functional fitness journey in 2012 in Hong Kong where she received her CF-L1 certification. After spending two years coaching and running in-house competitions at CrossFit Breakthrough in Nashville, TN, Natalie moved to Philadelphia and joined Fearless Athletics in 2019 and began coaching in 2020.
Natalie loves sharing the transformative power of nutrition, breaking down movements, and helping clients reach goals they never thought possible. Her favorite type of workout is anything that involves being upside down, and preferably to a soundtrack that includes Bruce Springsteen, showtunes, or country music. To Natalie, being “fearless” means not shying away from the hard conversations—with others as well as yourself.
Certifications: CF- L2, Precision Nutrition L-1.
Dom joined Fearless Athletics in 2011 and began coaching in 2016. For Dom, being “Fearless” means not letting any obstacles get in the way of one’s goals. Dom’s favorite movement is the Ring Muscle Up and he favors longer workouts such as “Murph” and “12 Pains of Christmas”
Certifications: CF-L1, CF-L2, USAW L1 Sports Performance Coach
Gary joined Fearless Athletics in early 2013 and began coaching in the summer of 2014. For Gary, being “Fearless” embodies an unbreakable will. Gary believes you shouldn’t let fear of failure or ridicule stop you from trying new things, doing what you love, or going the extra mile. He adds, “When you’re Fearless, you’re unstoppable.” Gary is also a full-time RN working in the ICU. His favorite movement to train is the Handstand Walk and he favors workouts that are short and heavy.
Certifications: CF-L1, CF-L2, Heartsaver First Aid
Pam joined Fearless Athletics in early 2013 and became a coach in 2014. For Pam, being “Fearless” means challenging yourself to do what you never thought you could do. One way Pam thinks about this is that she always tries to do one thing each day to challenge herself to be a better person or to learn something new. Pam’s favorite movements are Squats, Cleans, and Thrusters…leg day is her favorite day! She favors longer, chipper-style workouts where she can count down the reps, one at a time.
Certifications: CF-L1, USAW L1 Sports Performance Coach, Heartsaver First Aid
Andy joined Fearless Athletics in 2013 and has been coaching since 2016. For Andy, being “Fearless” means to try things that are uncomfortable or unfamiliar. To risk failure, often, rather than settle for guaranteed routine results. Andy’s favorite movement is the Power Clean and he favors workouts that are sprint chippers or involve interval-style training.
Certifications: CF-L1
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