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Dave's 13-year CrossFit journey has transformed him from a 287-pound former college football player to a 190-pound trail runner and coach. His competitive spirit and love for both CrossFit and endurance events showcase how complementary these fitness modalities can be when combined thoughtfully.

• Finding CrossFit through watching the Games on ESPN3 and being inspired by competitors like Annie Thorisdottir
• First joined a CrossFit gym after seeing another runner dramatically improve after 9 months of CrossFit training
• Transformed from 260+ pounds to 190 pounds through running, CrossFit and learning proper nutrition
• Uses CrossFit to enhance trail running performance rather than having to choose between activities
• CrossFit helped resolve persistent lower back and knee issues by building balanced, functional strength
• Competed in the "Labor Pain" 12-hour trail run event, achieving a personal best of 50 miles
• Finds CrossFit's high-intensity workouts allow you to discover your true limits in ways traditional training doesn't
• Organizes the Battle on Bridge Street competition, now in its sixth year
• Values designing competitions for efficiency and athlete experience over flashy extras
• Believes in "showing your fitness out in the wild" rather than just in the gym

Registration is now open for the Battle on Bridge Street competition on June 7th at Iron Cross Athletics in Phoenixville. The male-female partner competition runs from 8am-1pm and welcomes teams of all ability levels.

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