Sunday, December 27th – Athlete Profile: John Pierson

Athlete Profile:  John Pierson (JP)

1.  In general, what is your background?

I grew up most of my life in Fredericksburg, Virginia (same hometown as Justin Smith – fellow crossfitter).  Went to college at UNC Wilmington and ended up transferring to COFC and graduated from the with a BS in Exercise Science.  I’ve always enjoyed working out, so after school I ended up starting a small personal training business.  I like to travel, change peoples lives with fitness, work and play hard and have a good time with friends and family!
 
2.  Age, Occupation? 

32, fitness/nutrition consultant

3.  How did you get to know about CrossFit and why did you start?

I heard about crossfit about 3 years ago.  I’m a big believer in high intensity type training, so when we were blessed with a crossfit gym I felt it was a perfect fit! Plus its constant continuing education!

4.  How has CrossFit changed your life, lifestyle, level of fitness?

I’ve always lived a fitness type lifestyle but CrossFit definitely has inreased my level of fitness, and it keeps me wanting to push harder!  Plus, after years of self creating “your” own workouts, it’s nice to sit back and have a new, sometimes unorthodox challenge thrown at you everyday!

5.  Name one goal and/or personal record you would like to accomplish through CrossFit? 

Do a muscle-up!

6.  Favorite CrossFit moment so far?     

Every time you feel your fitness level increasing another step up..

7.  What do you like most about Crossfit Integrity?

motivation, competition, camaderie 

8.  Favorite WOD?

I like Fran – short and brutal

9.  Least favorite WOD? 

Anything involving muscle-ups

10. Favorite movement? 

slams balls

11. Least favorite movement?  

overhead squats

12. Favorite place to eat in Charleston?

Capriccio’s in Mount pleasant – fantastic Italian food

Crossfit Integrity, Charleston, SC