Celebrating Erin: Her Story to 1,000 Classes!

Celebrating Erin: 1,000 Classes of Commitment at CrossFit Coordinate

Celebrating Erin: 1,000 Classes of Commitment at CrossFit Coordinate

Erin Joins the Elite 1,000 Class Committed Club!

We're absolutely thrilled to celebrate an incredible achievement! Erin, a dedicated athlete, working professional, and busy mom of two kids and two dogs, has officially joined CrossFit Coordinate's exclusive 1,000 Class Committed Club.

One thousand classes. Let that sink in. That's 1,000 times showing up. 1,000 workouts completed. Nearly a decade of dedication, consistency, and commitment to both personal growth and our community. Erin, we couldn't be prouder of you!

A Near-Decade Journey in Cary's Premier CrossFit Community

Erin's remarkable story with CrossFit Coordinate began back in 2015 when we were celebrating our first anniversary. She and her husband, both experienced CrossFitters, were searching for a new gym home - a place where they could be part of a genuine community.

"We had been doing CrossFit at another gym for a few years and we just didn't feel like it was a good fit anymore. We have loved this community for a long time now and with Peter as the manager, it's been a wonderful place to get fit and healthy and have a wonderful community to be with."

Nearly a decade later, that decision has proven transformative - not just for Erin's fitness, but for her entire life. And we're honored that she chose CrossFit Coordinate as her home.

Erin celebrating 1,000 classes at CrossFit Coordinate

Erin - showing up consistently for nearly a decade, balancing work, family, and fitness

Erin's Advice for Anyone Considering CrossFit Coordinate

When asked what she'd tell someone interested in joining, Erin's response is direct, encouraging, and comes from years of experience as a dedicated member:

"Do it!! I think the biggest fear people have about joining CrossFit (or a gym in general) is that they think people are looking at them and judging them. Let me be the first to say, WE'RE NOT! No one is thinking about you like you're thinking about you. Everyone is concerned about their own workout and are not going to judge anything you do, so just show up and do the work with us!"

This is the heart of what makes our community special - and Erin embodies this welcoming, supportive spirit every single day.

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More Than Fitness: Finding Your People

When asked how CrossFit Coordinate has changed her life, Erin's answer speaks to something far beyond PRs and workout performance - it's about the transformation that happens when you find your people:

"It has not only made me the healthiest and strongest I've ever been, but I have found a group of people that I would consider my best friends. Being part of this community has been wonderful for my friendships. As you get older it's hard to make new friends, but the moment you step into CrossFit Coordinate you instantly have a community that you can lean on."

For Erin, a former team sports athlete, this community aspect proved essential to her long-term commitment.

"I have always played team sports growing up so when I didn't have that anymore, it was hard to stay motivated to go to the gym and workout on my own. Now having a group of people that are 'suffering' with me, makes all the difference."

This is exactly what we strive to create at CrossFit Coordinate - a place where busy adults can find not just fitness, but friendship, support, and belonging.

Erin with the CrossFit Coordinate community

The friendships and community that keep Erin coming back - "people I would consider my best friends"

The Secret to 1,000 Classes: Daily Variety and Structure

What keeps someone motivated through 1,000 classes? For Erin, it's a combination of factors that work perfectly with how her brain operates.

"I do have a bit of ADHD at base, one of the best things for me is simply that the day is already planned out for me, and it's different every single day. The friendships I've made - if I didn't love going to classes and seeing my friends, I'm not sure I'd have the motivation to keep going."

This powerful combination of structured-yet-varied programming and genuine friendships has created sustainable motivation that carries through busy seasons of life. As a working professional juggling a career, two kids, and two dogs, Erin could easily use any of these as reasons not to show up. Instead, she consistently makes time to invest in her health and fitness - proving that with the right community and structure, it's possible to prioritize yourself even during life's busiest chapters.

Erin's CrossFit Favorites (and Not-So-Favorites)

Favorite movement: The Snatch ("Yes, I'm a weirdo," she jokes)

Least favorite: Wallballs ("I have T-Rex arms")

These personal quirks and preferences are part of what makes our community special - everyone brings their own strengths, challenges, and personality to the gym floor. And we celebrate it all!

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Congratulations, Erin!

Erin, your dedication inspires us all. Your 1,000 classes represent countless early mornings, challenging workouts, personal victories, and moments of growth. But more than that, they represent your commitment to showing up - not just for yourself, but for this community that you've helped build into something truly special.

Thank you for being such an integral part of CrossFit Coordinate. Thank you for encouraging and supporting so many members on their own journeys. And thank you for showing us all what consistent commitment looks like - even with the demands of work, kids, dogs, and everything else life throws your way.

Here's to the next 1,000 classes with our amazing community! 🎉

Erin training at CrossFit Coordinate in Cary NC

Erin and her husband (also a member) celebrating at our Fitsgiving Celebration

The CrossFit Coordinate Difference

Erin's incredible journey embodies what makes CrossFit Coordinate special for busy adults in Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs. We're not about intimidating competition or judgment - we're about:

  • Expert coaching that meets you where you are and helps you reach your goals
  • Scalable workouts that provide daily variety while building long-term results
  • Genuine community where friendships form naturally through shared effort
  • Sustainable fitness that fits into real life as a parent, professional, and person

Whether you're a former athlete missing the team sports camaraderie or someone looking to get healthy and strong while making meaningful connections, CrossFit Coordinate provides the structure, support, and community to help you succeed - just like Erin has.

Your Journey Can Start Today

Erin's 1,000 classes didn't happen overnight - they accumulated one workout at a time, one friendship at a time, one small victory at a time.

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About CrossFit Coordinate

CrossFit Coordinate is Cary's premier CrossFit gym, proudly serving busy adults in Cary, Apex, Holly Springs, and the greater Triangle area.

Located conveniently for residents throughout the Triangle, we specialize in helping adults 30-60 rediscover their fitness, their strength, and themselves.

Our experienced coaches understand the unique challenges of balancing family, work, and fitness. We scale every workout to meet you exactly where you are today while helping you get to where you want to be.

Ready to find your community and transform your fitness? Schedule your free No Sweat Intro today.

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Ashley Pressley

COACH

Coach Ashley has several years of experience coaching CrossFit. You’ll see Ashley at our 9:30AM class lifting heavy, working hard, and encouraging everyone! We are very lucky to have her share her enthusiasm and passion for CrossFit with our athletes!

CERTIFICATIONS

CrossFit Level 1 Certification

Erin Grover

COACH

Coach Erin has a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer qualification and has many years of experience coaching CrossFit Classes for both adults and kids. We are very lucky to have her join our coaching and leadership team!

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CrossFit Level 2 Certification

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Eric Laber

COACH

Eric is a squash player turned CrossFit fanatic.  He is passionate about sports performance and a devout believer in the positive impacts of intensive training on all aspects of life.  When he is not at the gym, he can be found on the squash court, wrangling his children, or staring into space thinking about statistics. 

CERTIFICATIONS

CrossFit Level 1 Certification

Chris Jackson

COACH

In addition to CrossFit, Chris also has extensive experience participating and competing in Strongman. 

 

CERTIFICATIONS

CrossFit Level 2 Certification

Nicole White

COACH

Nicole is a long time member of our community with over 1,200 classes attended. We are very excited to have her experience on our team and helping our members. You will find Nicole working out with our 8:30 or 9:30AM classes and every weekend participating in our Conditioning program!

CERTIFICATIONS

CrossFit Level 1 Certification

Brandon Grover

COACH

Brandon has over 10 years experience with CrossFit, many of those years coaching. You will typically find him lifting heavy and having lots of fun at the gym! His keen eye makes him a master at correcting movement patterns!

 

CERTIFICATIONS

CrossFit Level 1 Certification

Alys MCcoy

COACH

Alys has coached with us many years! She brings her talent as not only as a great CrossFitter, but also a great coach! As a long time coach, she has a keen eye for spotting ways to improve your technique. We are thankful to have her coaching both our experienced and newer athletes! You can find Alys coaching in the mornings!

 

CERTIFICATIONS

CrossFit Level 1 Certification

Kristen Williams

Operations Manager And COACH

Coach Kristen wears many hats at CrossFit Coordinate. You’ll typically find Kristen coaching the 8:30 and 9:30am class where she brings her energy and years of fitness instruction experience to our community. In addition to crushing our workouts and cheering everyone on, you’ll find Kristen handling the day to day operations of our community and running our nutrition program!

 

CERTIFICATIONS

CrossFit Level 2 Certification

Rick Borelli

COACH

Rick has been involved in the health and fitness industry since 2000 and in the CrossFit world since 2012 (he even owned his own CF gym for several years). He has multiple certifications under his belt including CFL1, Kids CrossFit, and CrossFit Gymnastics. 

CERTIFICATIONS

CrossFit Level 1 Certification

Peter Ghali

OWNER / COACH

Peter’s passion for fitness and health started much later in life. Overworked and stressed out, he turned to CrossFit to help. Ten Years later he is still working hard in the gym and helping others achieve their health and fitness goals. You’ll find Peter in the Gym quite a bit with his daughter, Hannah, and son, Luke working out and coaching classes!

 

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CrossFit Level 2 Certification

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