CFJAX wants to congratulate Lisa Cordy for being Athlete of the Month! When we set up to meet with Lisa, who by the way just might be the busiest Mom, Teacher, Athlete, Soccer Game Chauffer, Wife & Dancer, we promised her our meeting would only take an hour! We had a hard time staying on track because it was so exciting & empowering to hear her goals, successes & her accomplishments but we made it. Lisa is very deserving of being Athlete of the Month due to her consistency, confidence, passion and always being positive, encouraging, & committed!
When did you 1st become part of CFJAX?
The last week of July or 1st week in August.
What or Who introduced you to CrossFit?
Tracey Caywood. She definitely changed my life by introducing me to CFJAX. I knew her from Dance Trance, and I literally watched her transform after she began training at the Hot Box. In July, I had a breakdown and was ready for something else. Dance Trance had catapulted me into fitness and lost about 35 pounds from it, but still wanted something more. A lot of people seem to live vicariously through their kids & their kids’ events and while that’s important, I wanted to have something of my own. And I feel I have to set a good example (believe us Lisa, you are!).
What was your 1st CFJAX wod?
FRAN (poor thing). I did the foundations class, and this was my 1st official class.
What’s your favorite wod?
Angie was probably my favorite b/c I had such a huge sense of accomplishment!
Least favorite wod?
Workouts that have running included, especially 800m’s. But since running is a weakness, I’ve signed up for the Rugged Maniac 5K with my husband, Scott. (We also put the Mud Run in her sights too!!)
What’s your favorite Lift?
Deadlifts, (good girl!) I PR’d at 170, and was really proud.
So, what's it like on days that you know you’re coming to the box… how do you pick what days you come?
I log on at work to check sometimes. I come twice a week and do DT 2-3 Times a week, so there is no cherry picking for me! Keeps it varied. I definitely get more excited when I see things like “Angie” because of the high reps and knowing it will be a challenge. I know the average person wouldn't even attempt to do this. When I get there a little early and watch the class in session, I get nervous, like “how can I DO all this?” But I know that I can!
Tell me about your nutrition?
I do Paleo now. I had a small breakdown at work. I tried Jenny Craig, and other “diets” and although I had success I knew they weren’t a “lifestyle.” When I started paleo, someone accused me of being on another “fad diet”, and one of my friends had to stand up for me to say “Hey, she’s eating real food!!”. I know now that real food is important, not the processed, pre-packaged foods. I’ve lost another 13 pounds from eating Paleo and Scott is even dabbling in it now as well. He’s very supportive, he lets me cook what I’m eating for him & the family. If they feel they need something more, they make that after dinner. Scott even may join CF when he’s done with school!
How has CFJAX changed your life??
I’ve noticed I have more energy, especially when I'm doing Dance Trance. I used to get tired during of some of the high cardio classes. Now it’s more excitement in the workouts! It’s a whole different experience & I have a whole different confidence. I feel like I get along better with fitness-minded people, and I can talk about this for hours.
So, who do you stalk on the white board or on the CFJAX site?
I don’t really compare, but I like to pace or keep up with Caroline & Amber. I have my own clock to overcome!
