Coaches at CrossFit 26
Elizabeth Wehrle
Mike Walerius
Ryan Kennedy
Brett Markwort
Gini Ford
Jen Menkhus
Matt Hatcher
Lori Strawbridge
Mac Curran
Sean Fisher
Josh Hildebrand
Elizabeth Wehrle
"I have been personal training for 16 years and doing CrossFit since 2006. Prior to CrossFit I competed in several 8+ hour Adventure races, ran a marathon, completed a century ride, and participated in numerous local area races. CrossFit is and continues to be the hardest thing I've ever done and consequently the achievement I am most proud of. Every single WOD is a victory."
"I believe a strong body lays the groundwork for a strong mind and spirit."
Nickname: E
Email: elizabeth@crossfit26.com
Available for Personal Training, contact to schedule an appointment and for pricing.
Background
Owner and Head Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Basic Barbell Trainer
CrossFit Kettlebell Trainer
CrossFit Olympic Lifting Trainer
Nutrition Certification with Robb Wolf
Mad dog spinning certified
CPR/AED certified
Mike Walerius
Nickname: Nike Mike - Professional Fitness Model
Email: mike@crossfit26.com
Available for Personal Training, contact to schedule an appointment and for pricing.
Background
Owner and Head Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
CPR/AED certified
Ryan Kennedy
Nickname: Tr
Email: ryan@crossfit26.com
Background
Senior Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
USA Weightlifting Sport Performance Coach
CrossFit Movement and Mobility Trainer
CPR/AED certified
Seminars & Training
Freestyle Connection Gymnastics Movement Seminar with Carl Paoli
MovNat Workshop
Front Range CrossFit Training Camps (Winter & Summer)
Brett Markwort
Nickname: TBD
Email: brett@crossfit26.com
Available for Personal Training, contact to schedule an appointment and for pricing.
Background
Senior Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
CrossFit Olympic Lifting Trainer
CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer
Lori Strawbridge
"I like to hike and travel and camp and sleep."
"The most rewarding part of teaching CF26 Kids is watching a kid push through a tough WOD and seeing the look of pride and accomplishment when they finish what they thought they couldn't. New milestones and new achievements everyday - it's incredible!"
Nickname: Lori "Strong"bridge
Email: lori@crossfit26.com
Background
Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
CrossFit Kids Trainer
Jen Menkhus
Nickname: TBD
Email: jen@crossfit26.com
Background
Yoga & Stretching Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) from National Yoga Alliance (Nov. 2012)
Gini Ford
Nickname: TBD
Email: gini@crossfit26.com
Background
Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
CrossFit Endurance Trainer
CPR/AED certified
Matt Hatcher
Nickname: TBD
Email: matt@crossfit26.com
Background
Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Coach Capital City CrossFit, Springfield, IL
Collegiate Cross Country Coach, SIUE, Edwardsville, IL
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
CrossFit Endurance Trainer
Josh Hildebrand
Nickname: TBD
Email: josh@crossfit26.com
Background
Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Mac Curran
Nickname: Attack
Email: mac@crossfit26.com
Background
Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Sean Fisher
"I am currently a junior at Fontbonne University studying Sports Management, planning to graduate next spring. I am a captain and starting outfielder for the Fontbonne Baseball team. Originally from Los Angeles, California I love to surf, longboard and snowboard."
"I feel that CrossFit 26 offers the best atmosphere to get you in shape and increase your health in a fun, unique way. I was exposed to the world of CrossFit three years ago, and I relish in the workouts, atmosphere, and trainers that have impacted me to improve my overall health and fitness. As a trainer, I'm looking forward to giving back and helping others work on their fitness goals. CrossFit workouts transfer from the gym to everyday life, and this functional training is important to me, and I'm excited to incorporate this in the classes I lead. CrossFit is specialized for the individual person in helping them to feel healthier and go about life easier, happier, and more assertive. CrossFit is not just about working out and physicality, but it also has the power to help students explore a meaningful purpose of life and has the ability to change your body and mind. My goal is to motivate and inspire students to achieve this."
Nickname: TBD
Email: sean@crossfit26.com
Background
Coach CrossFit 26, St. Louis, MO
Coach CrossFit Synapse, Tarzana, CA
Currently working on an Undergraduate degree in Sports Management, Fontbonne University, St. Louis, MO
Certifications
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer