February 2023
Sarah Burkholder
"Everyone (coaches included) are so encouraging, caring, helpful, considerate and good-hearted"
Tell us a little about yourself. Hi everyone! I was born and raised in Lyndhurst. I moved 100 yards away from my childhood home. I am almost one year away from turning 30. I have been married to my husband, Brandon since October 2014. We have two lit...
January 2023
Edgar Mendoza
"Coming to the gym has become one of the highlights of my day."
Tell us a little about yourself. I was born in the Philippines and grew in Bay Area California. I have 2 brothers and a sister and I'm second to the eldest. Growing up, I've always played sports and it has become a big part of my life. It has helped ...
December 2022
Lori "Momma T." Taylor
"I started CrossFit because I wanted to prioritize my health and well being. Improved cardio, energy, strength have led to a more active and happier Momma T."
Tell us a little about yourself. IÂ grew up in Wisconsin where I played volleyball, basketball, and softball. In 1981 I became a Respiratory Therapist, and took a travel assignment to UVA in 1989. My first winter here was so mild that I never needed ...
November 2022
Cindy Bell
"I was terrified to take the first step, but from the first day I never felt out of place. The only regret I have is not joining CrossFit Anazao sooner"
Tell us a little about yourself. I am married to my wonderful husband Jimmy who also happens to be my #1 supporter. We have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. I am from Florida and moved to Virginia 8 years ago. I am the General Manager for Bobcat of Fi...
October 2022
Caeden Aleshire
"I love going in and being greeted by the most friendly coaches and athletes."
Tell us a little about yourself. I’m 16 years olds and from Fishersville Virginia. I play baseball and enjoy the outdoors. I love playing video games and watching movies. I am a student at Wilson memorial high school and I am enrolled in a trade cl...
September 2022
Josue Mar
"everyone is willing to help one another become a better version of themselves"
Tell us a little about yourself. I’m from South Texas. I am married to my beautiful wife Lidia and I am a father of two boys. I enjoy watching football in the fall and going to the beach in the summer with my family. Before joining CrossFit, I had ...
August 2022
Cindy Sheets
"I do CrossFit for me. It’s my time to get myself charged for the day and to clear my mind."
Tell us a little about yourself. I am originally from Nelson County. I currently live in Churchville with my husband on his family’s farm. We have two adult children, Mackenzie and Elijah. When I’m not at work at Hershey, I enjoy helping on the f...
July 2022
Jarrod Tibbs
"CrossFit gives me the energy I was missing for most of my life!"
Tell us a little about yourself. I am originally from Southwest Virginia but I've lived in the Valley for almost 20 years. Married to my wife Amy for 19 years and we have two children. I'm currently having a blast helping my two kiddos develop with...
June 2022
Derek Dinkle
"I find myself doing way more than I thought I was capable or gave myself credit for"
Tell us a little about yourself. I was born and raised here in Staunton. I currently live in Stuart's Draft, I also work in Stuart's Draft at Little Debbie's as a Process Operator making powdered donuts for almost 9 years. My hobbies include travelin...
May 2022
Mike Piscitelli
"Where else can you compete and the last person gets more cheers than the first person?"
Tell us a little about yourself. I am married to my lovely wife Antoinette. We have a grown, daughter and son in-law with 2 children that live in Maryland. We have lived in the valley for the past 11 years. I work for Lineage Logistics as a SME Sales...
April 2022
Alex Hall
Whenever I had a really bad day filled with pediatric deaths...I knew I could walk in those gym doors, say "I’m just here to move and sweat" and my coaches understood that
Tell us a little about yourself. I work in our local community emergency room. I was born and raised in Augusta County. Growing up, I never participated in any kind of sports or weightlifting. I found CrossFit from a friend that I consider a brother ...
March 2022
Deke Aleshire
"I love to see the results that both my son and I get from hard work"
Tell us a little about yourself. I work at Lawrence Equipment and I am married to my lovely wife Missy. I have two children - my son Caeden and my daughter Aida. I grew up in Waynesboro and in my free time I like to hunt and fish. In high school ...
February 2022
Melissa Nice
"There is always going to be room for improvement and there is always going to be a next level"
Tell us a little about yourself. I live in Stuarts Draft with my husband Spencer and our children, Aaron, Alandra, and Easton. I teach at SDHS and coach volleyball and track. I was very involved in athletics in HS and ran track in college. I have don...
January 2022
Lindsey Shifflett
"CrossFit is my hour of the day to release any stress and focus on my health"
Tell us a little about yourself. I’m from Verona, Virginia and I live in Staunton with my wife and my son, Theo. My son and my wife are my whole world and they make me want to be the best version of myself. I enjoy watching movies, TV shows, listen...
December 2021
Nathan Yingling
"There's nothing better for stress than lifting heavy after a long day"
Tell us a little about yourself. I grew up in Augusta County and while I drifted from the valley for a couple years it’s great to be back home. My wife got me into CrossFit back in 2016 and it’s been a great journey ever since. During the week Iâ...
November 2021
Briana Shelton
"Thank you all for helping me become a better version of myself!"
Tell us a little about yourself. Wow, this is difficult. As I reflect I have done a lot, been through a lot and am thankful to be where I am. First and foremost I am a mom to my two children Adam and Stella! it is by far the most difficult job I have...
October 2021
Pam Ramsey
"I love seeing growth on my lifts and being able to do movements I was not able to do before"
Tell us a little about yourself. I've lived in the valley my whole life, but I currently live in Stuarts Draft with my husband, Keith. I work at McKee Foods (Little Debbie) in the ingredient receiving warehouse. I enjoy hiking, running, traveling, ha...
September 2021
Shelly Wagner
"I feel great at the end of the day! I feel bad when I miss workout days!"
Tell us a little about yourself. I am from Churchville and I have a son Jaxson (that single mom life) and I spend a lot of time on the football and baseball fields. I have worked at Mrs.Rowes Restaurant for 18 yrs as a waitress. In my down time, IÂ...
August 2021
Brian
"I really enjoy working out in the class format. It really makes all the difference for me"
Tell us a little about yourself. Let's see... The Valley has been my home for a long time. For the last 15 years I've worked at Cadence Inc in Staunton. I love hiking with my wife and our dogs, getting in a round of golf when I can and enjoying our l...
July 2021
Joey Wright
After working out alone for so long, I needed a change. What I found was a great community!
Tell us a little about yourself. Originally from Staunton, VA. I graduated from Staunton High School (formally Robert E. Lee) and VA Tech. Currently work for Merck in Elkton, Va. I live in Fishersville, Va with my wife and two kids. What are your ...
June 2021
Emily Shaber
"I always leave feeling better than when I came in!"
Tell us a little about yourself. Hello, I’m Emily! My husband, Aaron, and I hail from Richmond, but we have lived here in the beautiful valley for almost 10 years. Half a lifetime ago I was a competitive swimmer, and I dabbled in triathlons, but th...
May 2021
Keith Ramsey
"The opportunity to try new things, lift more weight, and get through workouts faster is fun and exciting"
Tell us a little about yourself. I'm from Stuarts Draft and have been happily married to my wife/workout partner Pam for almost 3 years. I work for Segra as Manager of Data Center Infrastructure, and love to be outside. I enjoy playing soccer, golf, ...
April 2021
Stephanie Turner
"I am nowhere near where I want to be, but I know that Crossfit Anazao and the people that go there will be cheering me on every step of the way"
Tell us a little about yourself. I am from Alexandria, VA (right outside of DC) I live in Waynesboro with my girlfriend, two dogs, and cat. I love to go hiking with them, trying new food, and traveling. What are your goals for CrossFit? Why do you...
March 2021
Paige Babb
"Life’s too short not to have fun and to feel sore every now and then"
Tell us a little about yourself. I am from North Carolina and I work for Schneider as a Driver Manager. Schneider hauls the freight for the Target DC in Stuarts Draft. My hobbies mainly consist of fitness – running, hiking, all things CrossFit, and...
February 2021
Greg Wines
"Finding CrossFit Anazao changed my life"
Tell us a little about yourself. I’m from Lexington and I work for Ecolab Corporation as a commercial chemical equipment installer. My hobbies include spending time with my wife and daughter and also my dog. I never had much of a background wit...
January 2021
Desiree Batten
"my health has become more important to me"
Tell us a little about yourself. Originally I’m from Alaska, I needed to defrost my bones so I moved! I am married, 16 years and counting, with 3 boys. I am a hairdresser mainly because I love to make people happy. The satisfaction of the happy smi...