Lucas Petersen
CrossFit Level 1
Where are you from?
I am from Lynden, WA
Occupation (in addition to coaching at i1uvit):
I am a wildland firefighter with the US Forest Service
Where did you go to school? What did you study?
I attended Central Washington University and earned a degree in Psychology
What coaching credentials do you have?
CrossFit Level 1
How long have you been CrossFitting?
I began attending i1uvit in 2013 when I was in high school, and have done CrossFit on and off since.
What is your athletic/fitness background?
I grew up playing all kinds of sports, particularly football, basketball, baseball, and track. I played football at Central Washington University for four years, and coached college football for a season in Minnesota. Now, I love to trail run / run ultramarathons, and use fitness to prepare for my job.
Favorite WOD:
Murph
Favorite lift or movement:
Power cleans or deadlifts
Least favorite WOD:
Fran
Least favorite lift or movement:
Thrusters or sumo deadlift high pulls
Favorite food:
Steak and potatoes
Favorite quote:
“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know victory not defeat.” - Teddy Roosevelt
Favorite book:
Meditations by Marcus Aurelius
How has CrossFit changed your life/lifestyle/level of fitness?
I truly believe in the CrossFit methodology and think it’s helped me to better overcome some of my injuries, and has helped to improve myself in all aspects of fitness. It has also helped me with preparing for my job, which relies on me being physically fit. I love the community that Crossfit i1uvit has built, and I have come to realize how important being around such an encouraging and supportive community can be.
Who or what motivates/inspires you?
I am motivated by the idea that if I don’t work hard and give my best everyday, I am wasting my potential. I am inspired to be the best I can be and to not waste a day, because I never know when my last day will come.
What is your proudest CrossFit achievement(s)?
Getting my CrossFit Level 1 Training Certificate and joining a great community of people.
Name one goal you are working to achieve through CrossFit?
My goal is to continue to find ways for my body to thrive. I’ve had many shoulder injuries and want to use CrossFit to become more resilient so I can avoid injury in the future.
Hobbies/Interests outside of CrossFit:
I love to run, spend time outside in the woods/mountains, spend time at coffee shops, watch football, read and write, cook, and hangout with my close friends. I also love my job.
Any advice for new members?
Don’t give up, and don’t compare yourself to others. It’s about you. Use everyday as an opportunity to learn, grow, and improve. If you’re consistent with your hard work and improvement, you will go a long way.