CLUTCH CITY COMMUNITY FITNESS
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

December Athlete of the Month

Finding Resilience Through Community: Jessica’s CCCF Story

Jessica’s CrossFit journey began when a friend shared a WOD online. Intrigued, she asked questions and was encouraged to find a gym and give it a try. At the time, Jessica was navigating one of the hardest seasons of her life—she had recently lost her mother and was searching for strength, healing, and the best version of herself.

Like many of us, she often felt too tired after work to exercise, but she made a promise to herself: to live life to the fullest, to be kind, to enjoy the people around her, and to learn to love herself more. She played volleyball at church and volunteered to help others, but she realized the person who needed help most was herself. In March, she found the courage to contact Clutch City Community Fitness (CCCF).

At first, Jessica faced fears and self-doubt. She worried she wasn’t fit enough or in shape to start. But from day one, she was met with encouragement and support from her coaches, Steven and Jose, who challenged her to commit to three classes and simply see how she felt. That small step turned into something life-changing.

Jessica began with two workouts per week, losing 10 pounds in her first three months. Progress felt slow, and learning new movements was difficult. At one point, she thought CrossFit might not be for her. But after a heartfelt conversation with Coach Steven, she was reminded that mastery takes time, patience, and dedication. Inspired by a quote from Jeffrey Holland—“Don’t you quit. You keep walking. You keep trying. There is help and happiness ahead.”—Jessica set a new goal.

In September 2025, she upgraded to an unlimited membership and committed to showing up five to six days per week. That consistency transformed her journey. Within two months, she saw dramatic improvements, conquering movements like burpees and deadlifts that once felt impossible. Her doctor recently confirmed she has lost 30 pounds since April 2025—a milestone that reflects not just physical change, but emotional resilience.

What makes Jessica’s story even more inspiring is the dedication noticed by her coaches and community. Steven and Jose have seen her arrive early to class to put in extra cardio, a sign of her determination to push beyond limits. The CCCF family has rallied around her, celebrating every milestone and reminding her that she’s never alone in this journey.

Today, Jessica proudly says: “CrossFit is my life. I feel stronger, happier after every workout, and I’ve discovered that I can do incredible things. This is not just a phase—it’s a lifetime commitment.”

Jessica closes her story with gratitude:

• To herself, for believing and not giving up.
• To the CCCF community, for encouragement, friendship, and unwavering support.
• And to her faith, with another favorite quote from Jeffrey Holland: “Trust God and believe in good things to come.”

Jessica, your resilience, consistency, and positivity embody what CCCF is all about. We are proud to celebrate you as our Athlete of the Month!