Amanda Barnhart
October Athlete of the Month
I am a…
A wife, a dog mom, a daughter, a sister, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and a professional CrossFit Athlete.
I love…
Jesus, my husband, my dogs, all food, coffee and quiet early mornings, working out, and being with friends and family.
I dislike…
Sleeping anything less than 8 hours a night.
I eat…
a lot of food. I follow macros from Mitch for majority of the year but I also allow myself to have a variety of foods and try not to restrict myself too much unless it’s right before a competition.
I will…
doing CrossFit for as long as my body allows.
Tell us a little bit about yourself, hobbies, occupation, etc…
I have my Doctor of Physical Therapy but I am currently not practicing and am working as a full time CrossFit Athlete. Getting to do what I love everyday is truly a dream come true 🙂
What brought you to Centerville CrossFit and CrossFit in general?
I found CrossFit in college and fell in love instantly. The summer of 2014, I moved to Dayton, Ohio for physical therapy school at the University of Dayton. I immediately started looking for Crossfit gyms and CCF was by far the best gym in the area. Soon after I met my husband Wes, started getting coached by Mitch, and the rest is history!
What goals have you achieved? What are your new ones?
Getting my Doctorate and qualifying to the Crossfit games. My current goals are to continue pursing my career in Crossfit as long as I still love it and I continue to improve, and once that is over I want to start a family with my husband.
What is your favorite movement?
Heavy power cleans
What is your least favorite movement?
Burpees
What is your favorite quote or words to live by?
“We love because He first love us.” 1 John 4:19
“One of the most powerful beliefs to have is knowing that no matter where you currently are in your journey, you can improve. Through hard work, perseverance and a relentless pursuit of working the process you can become stronger, faster, smarter and better at anything you do.” – Justin Su’a
Do you have any advice to new members or someone thinking
about joining?
Go for it! You will never regret taking care of yourself and being a healthier you! I know CrossFit can be intimidating but it can also be one of the best things you ever did for your health and overall happiness!
What do you love about Centerville CrossFit?
THE PEOPLE! Nothing beats being surrounded by like minded people all in the pursuit to be better versions of themselves. And also the top notch coaching. The coaches at CCF care about you as a human and an athlete, and they are always striving to help you reach your goals while keeping you safe!
