July: Kourt Chatelain

Just think of him as a happier Batman with a 9-Pack!

​Our July Athlete of the Month is 37 year-old Utah native and oral surgeon, Kourt Chatelain. He's been CrossFitting for 2 years.

Favorite WOD:  Karen

Least Favorite WOD: 

​Brad's WOD of "Walking Dead," i.e. Weighted lunges and kettlebell swings 

How/Why did you start CrossFit?  

​I was just going through the motions at the gym and needed something more. I always thought that I had to be at some level of fitness in order to start CrossFit but I never seemed to get there. Eventually, I just signed up and I've loved it ever since!

Take us back to your first WOD... what was it, and how did it feel?

I don't remember what it was, but I'm pretty sure it involved pull ups and squats both of which I sucked at.

What sort of changes have you seen in your body, health, and fitness since starting CrossFit (before/after)?  

I'm pretty much Batman with a 9-pack.

What sort of changes in your life have you experienced from taking on CrossFit that were totally unexpected?  

​Hmmm unexpected... I feel old and weak sometimes when I am surrounded by such great athletes. But that helps me to become something better.

There are days for everyone when you just don’t want to work out. How do you handle those? 

I just go ... 'cause I know I'll be upset if I don't. 

Please share with us your favorite CrossFit / CFT moments.

I would say it's just the relationships and friends that I've gained while being here. But there have been multiple times when we had some friendly competition going on in the 5:30pm class - I'm looking at you, Scott and Mackey.

Any advice for people just getting started?

​Wherever you are in your fitness, just start. I always thought that I had to be like the guys in the CrossFit games in order to start the program.

What are your hobbies, interests and/or talents outside of CrossFit?

My favorite thing in the world is to be with my friends and family out on the lake.

What is your superpower?

​I don't know if it's a superpower, but I am genuinely happy for others when they succeed or are happy.