Pat Huver

Favorite WOD:  Adding 1 Calorie to the assault bike every minute until failure (I forget what the name is)

Minute 1 – 1 Calorie rest remaining time

Minute 2- 2 Calories rest remaining time

Minute 3…etc

Least Favorite WOD: 7 minutes straight of burpees

Sports and Fitness Background: I played Ice Hockey and Basketball in high school at Avon Grove and played Ice Hockey in college at California University of Pennsylvania 

How did you First Get Exposed to CrossFit? First WOD? :

I was introduced to CrossFit by the Wilkins Family.  John and Natalie Wilkins were former owners of CFKSQ and they recommended me to come here.  We are good family friends with them and I am very grateful that they not only introduced me to CrossFit, but CrossFit Kennett Square specifically.  I remember during my first WOD, it was a 10 set workout for time and everyone in the class had finished while I was on set 5 or 6.  

Changes in fitness I’ve seen since starting CrossFit: The biggest change I’ve seen is the difference in my cardiovascular fitness since I started.  The improvements in my cardio from when I first started compared to now are substantial.

Changes in life I’ve seen since CrossFit: The most unexpected/pleasant surprise that I’ve noticed since joining CrossFit is the community aspect.  When you go to the gym for an hour out of the day, it feels like you are there hanging out with your friends.  Everyone is very friendly, supportive and encouraging.  It is unlike any other gym I have ever been a part of.  I look forward to speaking with the coaches/other people in my class before and after workouts.  The culture of the gym is exceptional.

CrossFit moments: We were doing a WOD which involved running and Coach Rodney gave me the wrong directions.  I was running around a nearby neighborhood which significantly extended the distance of my run.  Rodney thought I got lost and that he should come looking for me.

Advice for people starting:  The weight that you can lift when you’re 100% is not the same as what you can lift when you’re tired/out of breath.

Hobbies:  During my free time, I enjoy listening to country music, watching the Philadelphia Flyers and spending time with friends and family.