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Andre Urquiza – Level 1 Coach

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Having always pursued an active lifestyle, I had originally read about CrossFit many years ago when it was starting to flourish through California, but did not have the chance to experience it first-hand until a few years ago. That was a defining moment when one of my best friends and I attempted to complete a WOD that called for 95lb thrusters, and pull-ups, a little workout affectionately named ‘Fran’.
It was brutal.

I had never experienced a workout that taxed my system, and drained me so much in such a short period of time that it’d brought me down to my knees. I don’t think either one of us were able to complete it thoroughly – but that was all it took. I was beaten, defeated, but exhilarated to find out more of what CrossFit was all about, tackling its workouts, and completing them with pride! From then on I started reading about CrossFit, it’s history, attempted to follow the exercises posted on the main site, while learning new skills through the CrossFit Journal publication. The more I learned, the more I wanted to get involved, which led to my Level 1, and Nutrition certification – with Gymnastics and Olympic Lifting being the next two I would like to earn.

On the personal side, I was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil until moving to the United States in 1996. I have been an Atlanta resident since 2000, graduating from Georgia State University with a Bachelors Degree in Management Sciences – Focus in Operations Management. I road-raced motorcycles semi-pro in 2004 completing a full season of WERA’s South East Region, and earning my invite to the Grand National Finals at the end of the year. Time-allowing, I enjoy travelling, and experiencing new opportunities and cultures.

I hope to learn something from each individual that walks through the doors at No Excuses CrossFit, and I look forward to being a valuable asset to the entire NEC ‘family’ and helping each and every one of you reach your personal health and fitness goals.

Email: Andre@NoExcusesCrossFit.com
Find me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Dre01SS