Brad Raines

"At first I loved CrossFit because I wanted to know, and wanted the people I
work with to know, that if anything were to happen that I would be physically able to help them. I also love the competitive nature. Now after a few years, I love it because of the community. A group of like-minded individuals in the pursuit of the best level of health and fitness possible. It continuously amazes me to see people from all walks of life and all ages come together and push themselves to their limits.

Coach

Brad Raines found Crossfit in the fall of 2008 while deployed to the Middle East. He had no traditional weight equipment and saw a guy (who happened to be in special ops) doing all kinds of crazy stuff with a tire, sprints and pushups. Brad asked if he could join him and only made it about 3 minutes through the workout. He told Brad not to worry, "that everyone struggles with CrossFit the first time." Brad responded, "what the hell is CrossFit!?" Since then, Brad has competed on the 2011 Crossfit Nola Regional Team, 2012 CrossFit Nola Regional Team, and placed 2nd in the 2011 Fittest of the Northshore. He also has competed n the Deepsouth Shootout the past three years, and placed in the top ten in the Battle of the Fittest in 2013 and 2014.

Certifications Include:

CrossFit Level 1
CrossFit Level 2
USAW Sports Performance Level 1
USAW Sports Performance Level 2
Emergency Medical Technician
CF Strongman
CF Weightlifting

Favorite Cheat Meal: BBQ and yogurtland

Fun Fact: Brad's favorite workout is anything with odd objects or 20 + min grinders