Darren Spenst
CrossFit Level 1
Where are you from? Abbotsford, BC Canada
Occupation (in addition to coaching at i1uvit): Entrepreneur, I have developed a business that is very niche. We help companies save money based on a service we have developed over many years.
Where did you go to school? What did you study? MEI – Mennonite Educational Institute
What coaching credentials do you have? CFL-1, I have spent time coaching since I was young and then as a Dad.
How long have you been CrossFitting? Since 2019
What is your athletic/fitness background? 1 of 4 boys so I was born into a team. My first love was soccer and I excelled at that. Then I grew too tall and was introduced to Basketball. Top 40 in BC at the age of 14 after only playing for 2 years. Played in the BC games, bronze finish. Multiple awards for Basketball!
Favorite WOD: the next one.
Favorite lift or movement: Power Cleans
Least favorite WOD: anything with Burpees or Thrusters, uggh!
Least favorite lift or movement: Clusters
Favorite food: My Mum’s Roast Beef, mashed potatoes and Gravy
Favorite quote: “Much is required from those to whom much is given.”
Favorite book: The Bible
How has CrossFit changed your life/lifestyle/level of fitness? It is the tool in my life to keep me around for the ones I love for hopefully a long time. It gave me back the Athlete inside me. A fight each day for me to conquer or get beat and keep moving. It is a metaphor for life. Are you willing to lower your ego and show the world what you are capable of.
Who or what motivates/inspires you? God, Family and Friends
What is your proudest CrossFit achievement(s)? Kaizen (Japanese word) – the continuous improvement towards a worthwhile dream of goal. I just won’t quit! A 48” Box Jump!
Name one goal you are working to achieve through CrossFit? The goal for me is that I can walk into the Box and RX any movement on the WOD, not sure that will happen but I won’t ever stop working towards that goal.
Hobbies/Interests outside of CrossFit? My wife and I recently became grandparents and we are delighted and excited for this next stage in our life.
Any advice for new members? JUST SHOW UP AND LEAVE YOUR EGO AT THE DOOR!