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Athlete of the Month: November 2019
Jeff Ball
As this month marks our ninth anniversary, it seems only appropriate to recognize one of our most loyal, longstanding members: Jeff Ball. Jeff has been with CrossFit 718 since before the box technically existed. One of Coach Israel’s…

Athlete of the Month: October 2019
Cheryl Zienkiewicz
When she first joined CrossFit 718 in 2016, Cheryl Zienkiewicz hoped to just get through a WOD without passing out... But we could tell she was a badass from the get-go. Not only did Cheryl continue to WOD all throughout…

Athlete of the Month: September 2019
Alex Gitlin
Seven years ago, Alex Gitlin was playing hockey and dutifully cycling through the same two-hour workouts over and over again. He was in good shape, but his mind and body were restless. Per the recommendation of a friend, he dropped…

Athlete of the Month: August 2019
Crystal Mettel
Crystal initially got into CrossFit for the guys. (Hey, she was single and 24 years old!) Access to a large pool of in-shape dudes was worth the burpees and wall balls. And guess what? It worked! She met her now-husband, Tommy,…

Athlete of the Month: July 2019
Chris Vivion
For Chris Vivion, CrossFit isn’t just the most effective workout he’s ever done, it’s a family affair…and a business one, too. He regularly hits the box with Jess, his wife, and their two year-old son. And his 9 a.m. WODs…

Athlete of the Month: May 2019
Patrick Uliano
Patrick "Patty" Uliano is no stranger to the weight room. Before starting CrossFit over six years ago, he was a dedicated bodybuilder. But over time, he stopped seeing the results he wanted. His body may have adapted to the…

Athlete of the Month: April 2019
Lindsey Conon
Six years ago, Linsdey Conon was searching for a more efficient way to work out. Separate “lifting” and “cardio” days didn’t fit in her busy schedule, so she was happy to discover CrossFit. Considering she’s managed…

Athlete of the Month: March 2019
Kevin Smith
Back in 2014, Kevin Smith discovered CrossFit through ESPN’s broadcast of the Games. The intensity of the WODs and the athletes’ skill level made a lasting impression, and he began researching nearby boxes. Little did he know…

Athlete of the Month: February 2019
Michaela D’Onofrio
If you happened to read our 2018 year in review, Michaela D’Onofrio’s name probably looks familiar. She topped the leaderboard for the most PRs: an impressive 114! And, of all of CrossFit 718’s female athletes,…

Athlete of the Month – January 2019
Jason Tabick
Jason Tabick knows firsthand that a LOT can change in just three years. Since joining CrossFit 718 in September 2015, he’s set new PRs, opened a family business, and married a fellow CrossFitter (yes, they met at the box!).…

Athlete of the Month: December 2018
Joe Burkard
Sometimes you have to do something a little crazy to change your life for the better – just ask Joe Burkard. He’d heard people compare CrossFit to an addiction or cult, but he was willing to take the risk if it meant getting…

Athlete of the Month: November 2018
Steven Nelson
After a serious illness put exercise and competitive sports on the backburner, Steven Nelson struggled with getting active again and eating right. He knew he needed to make a change, so, shortly after his wife completed the New…

Athlete of the Month: October 2018
Leslie Grisdale
An avid runner, Leslie Grisdale used to jog past CrossFit 718’s open garage door and wonder what was up with all the crazy people throwing medicine balls and swinging kettlebells. Ten months ago, her curiosity got the best…

Athlete of the Month: September 2018
Hollie Harper
You may remember Hollie Harper from this inspiring essay she wrote about her CrossFit experience and the importance of making time for oneself. Let us assure you that Hollie doesn’t just write about tackling new challenges and…

Athlete of the Month: August 2018
Katie Mountain
For Katie Mountain, CrossFit is a family affair. Her brother owns an affiliate and has always encouraged her to join a box. But it took a cross-country move to inspire her to finally trade in her living room workouts for functional…

Athlete of the Month – July 2018
Stephanie Lowenthal
When most people are hitting the snooze button for the second time, chances are Stephanie Lowenthal is already in the middle of a set of unbroken butterfly pull-ups. It’s a skill she’s worked hard to achieve in her…

Athlete of the Month – June 2018
Aimee Huang
Before joining CrossFit 718 in January of 2016, Aimee Huang was a self-professed “gym hopper.” She knew what she wanted in terms of her health, but she struggled to stay motivated in a typical gym environment. So she jumped…

Athlete of the Month – April 2018
Fatima Wehidy
Fatima Wehidy came to CrossFit 718 looking for a new type of workout and some built-in accountability. She’d never tried CrossFit (or even touched a barbell), so she started from scratch, developing new skills and tracking her…

Athlete of the Month: March 2018
Ben Schaffzin
This is a big month for Ben Schaffzin. Not only is he March’s featured athlete of the month, but he’s also turning 18! We’ve known Ben since he was an athlete in our CrossFit Kids class, and it’s been a pleasure to watch…

Athlete of the Month: February 2018
Karen Hennegan
A stroke of luck brought Karen to the box, but her love of the sport and CrossFit 718’s community have kept her in the game since 2012… and she’s just getting warmed up! In just the last year, she’s gained new gymnastic…