Helen Kynes
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer | The Gymnastics Course Level 1 Trainer
Year Started CrossFit: 2013
Favorite Lift: Squat Snatch
Favorite Gymnastics Movement: Handstand Push Up
Favorite Benchmark WOD: Grace
How did you get into CrossFit?
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After being a long-distance runner for years, I wanted to try something new! It was pretty revolutionary to hear of a sport that is also functional fitness. Once I began attending classes regularly, I never looked back!
What motivates your passion for fitness and healthy living?
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I'm in it for longevity. I want to be healthy and moving well and CrossFitting even into my 80's and 90's!
What are some of the benefits you have seen from doing CrossFit?
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The number on the scale always had such power over me from adolescence to adulthood. After I began to CrossFit, and started to gain muscle mass, being strong became a priority over being thin. The number on the scale became meaningless and now I feel like I have a healthy perspective on weight and body image. I am thankful to be passing this healthy perspective onto my three daughters!
Why do you coach, and what motivates you to teach?
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I coach because I love to help athletes improve their fitness (conditioning and strength) and I love being their biggest cheerleader to help them reach their fitness goals!
What is your favorite food?
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Thai and Mexican.
What are some things you like to do outside of CrossFit?
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I love selling houses, singing, playing piano/guitar/drums, and spending quality time with my husband and three daughters.