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Alcida Boissonnault – 63
April 2009
I decided to join L’Usine CrossFit because I noticed a close friend’s increased energy and enthusiasm after a few months of CrossFit. At 63 I had some initial concerns about being able to hold my own, but I was immediately impressed that Dominic considered me as capable as members half my age. The L’Usine staff is very knowledgeable and professional and take great care to guide each person well within his or her safety limits.
Here are some of the great benefits I have discovered while working out at L’Usine:
Team Spirit – I absolutely love the team spirit – it’s like playing a sport-intensive game with a group of friendly and supportive team players. No one is left in the sidelines, no one is there to brag, compete or snub anyone. Since the routines/exercises are adapted to each person’s capacities I am always able to work alongside anybody else.
Self-esteem – It’s beyond my wildest expectations to be “playing” (i.e.exercising) on the same “team” as Olympic and top competitive athletes.
Motivation – I keep wanting to come back because I always feel so invigorated after the workout and enjoy the warm welcome of people calling out hello when I walk through the front door.
Fun – The eager anticipation I feel about going to L’Usine has no comparison with my experience at previous gyms where I was on my own to work through my routine alongside other loners.
How has it helped me?
I joined in September 2008 and have been going approximately twice a week. My flab and loose muscle have been transforming into tighter muscle and taut core muscle. My energy level has increased as well as clarity of thought. I notice greater motivation and stamina when going about my regular daily activities.
Jean-Francois Thivierge
April 2009
I am addicted to Crossfit and have been a member of l’Usine since October 2008. I knew from the start that this type of workout would be what I was looking for to provide me with the tools I needed to increase my physical condition. Since then, I’ve notice tremendous improvement in my level of endurance, cardiovascular capacity, muscle gain and my energy level. I’ve done countless push-up, pull-ups, squats, dead lifts and others exercises that now allow me to confirm that this type of training works. The team at L’Usine, as well as the members, are a source of inspiration and motivation that you can’t find anywhere else. I strongly recommend joining L’Usine to everybody that wants to improve their general physical condition.
