Andy has been training with CrossFit for almost a year now after looking for a community to join for motivation. After taking part in a Spartan Race he discovered CrossFit thanks to it’s fellow participants of which many are CrossFitters. A little research later and he immediately signed up and has been hooked ever since. He likes that CrossFit’s functional movements are made to be scaled up and down depending on the members fitness level so that anyone can join in and support each other no matter how fit they’re at.
Name:
Andy Wu
Age:
30s
Where are you from?
Taiwan / Canada
Occupation:
Consultant
How long have you been doing CrossFit?
9 months
Where did you find this place? What made you decide to start?
I used to work out by myself at the gym, but that got boring and I lost my motivation. So I started looking for other ways to stay fit that were fun and engaging at the same time. I happened to come across the Spartan Race and met a lot of CrossFitters there, which got me interested in the sport. After watching a bunch of YouTube videos on CrossFit and the Games, I immediately signed up for a trial class and am now totally addicted to the training method.
What has been the most enjoyable thing about doing CrossFit?
I think the most fun part of CrossFit is the variety of exercises, which are functional and challenging. I always look forward to seeing what the WOD is and challenge myself to do Rx whenever possible. Also, the community is really great, with everyone constantly encouraging and challenging each other. I simply love the atmosphere at the box every morning.
Is there someone you admire or aim to become like? Why?
I do not really have one particular person in mind, but I definitely look up to everyone who gives their best at the box and does the WODs Rx. I just want to become the fittest I can be, and hopefully win a few races here and there.
What is your favorite CrossFit workout?
Monster smashes, for sure. Even though I am still weak at them, I really love all of the big WODs.
Do you have any advice for people who are thinking of starting?
CrossFit may seem intimidating at first, but it is meant for people of all levels. The workouts are all functional movements that you can scale and build up slowly. Give it a try, and I am sure you will be addicted to it like I am!!
Do you have any recommended spots in Tokyo?
CrossFit Heart & Beauty. Lol.
