
My journey started a few years ago with an ailing neck and back caused by being rear ended in my truck. First came the spine specialist, followed by massage therapy, physical therapy, a few cortisone shots, acupuncture, more physical therapy, a nerve block procedure, 1 pain therapist session (Which made me think, what in the world am I doing here?), ok back to more physical therapy. It didn't help that I had a sedentary occupation. When I started core exercise training, I started feeling better. Oops, not again! Now comes the sprained ankle, which got my old injury going again due lack of exercise. Yep, back to spine specialist, physical therapy, and more core training I went.
All these injuries and too much sitting on the couch watching Jersey Shore caused me to gain a "few" pounds here and there. At this point I'm ready for some new surroundings besides the doctor's office and ready to commit myself to getting back in shape.
Some workouts I considered: P90x: I'm sure Mr. Muscle Confusion has some great workouts but honestly how can you push yourself at home when it's much easier to kick back on the couch. Regular gyms: Tons of equipment you'll never use...BORING. Crossfit Gyms: Many Crossfit gyms opening up all over with similar exercise programs. I'm sure the workouts are great but the large class sizes lost my interest.
One day I came across the Auburn Reporter and read about InnerIcon. I decided to give them a try and endedup meeting friendly, knowledgeable people. At InnerIcon I found not only great trainers but also other groups of people looking to live healthy lifestyles and have fun motivating each other while working out.
In just 6 months I went from 201 lbs to 165 lbs and I feel great!
My medical procedures have been replaced with hiking, biking, wakeboarding, and snowboarding. All fixed up! Now, I just need to worry about replacing these saggy pants!
Thanks David and Wynter for helping me close one book and start a new one. Wallballs, burpees, run, row, deadlift. I love it!
Coaches note: During test week Brent finally got his chance to test his 2000M row. Upon passing his row his also completed and passed all his Level 1 skills! He has now moved on to the Level 2 chart, congrats Brent!