Coaches

Kathy Childress:

Position: CEO/Coach

Why CrossFit?

Fitness has been a part of my life for over 28 years! I know, hard to believe When I received this opportunity to start a “new” program to improve my fitness level, I jumped at it. CrossFit has brought a fresh and unique method of training to my regime. I have improved in all areas of fitness because of CrossFit.

About me:

Outside of CrossFit I am a wife, married to Tripp for 13 years, and a busy mother of three young children. I have a eleven year old son, Jack, who is a star soccer player for LYSA. Gracie, my eight year old, is a super dance student. Tessa who is 5 years old who enjoys school and dance class. Tripp and I enjoy working out together and doing things as a family.

Qualifications:

-CrossFit Level I Certification

-CrossFit Gymnastics Certification

-Aerobics/Fitness instructor for 17 years

Favorite Cheat Food:

Once a week you will find the Childress family enjoying a slice of pizza pie at Brooklyn Pizza. Just one slice though!!! Yum.

Favorite / Least Favorite Crossfit Exercise:

Double Unders / Burpees

Contact Info:

Email: Kathy@CrossFitMaximus.com

Kris Freeman:

Position: Head Coach

Why CrossFit?

I started doing CrossFit while in the Marine Recon.  My buddies and I could not believe how intense you can make a 10-minute workout.  I discovered one of CrossFit’s biggest benefits, utilizing scaled workouts during my recovery from an IED blast injury in 2006.  I believe one of the biggest benefits to CrossFit is its ‘infinite scalability.”  It’s blended elements of three very potent training protocols: weightlifting, gymnastics, and cardio-respiratory endurance. Through multiple injuries and setbacks, I have continued to train, adapt, and overcome.

About Me:

I love music (playing or listening), anything active, but especially climbing, golfing, or swimming.  I love spending time with my lovely wife, Jordan, and my dogs Atlas and Lucy.  Anything I do, I pride myself in doing 100%, and CrossFit is no exception!  Fitness is a true passion of mine, which I believe enhances many areas of my life.

Qualifications:

CrossFit Level I Certification

CrossFit BArbell Certification

ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer

Favorite Cheat Food:

DEFINITELY PIZZA AND BEER!

Favorite / Least Favorite Crossfit Exercise:

Clean and Jerk / Butterfly Sit-ups

Contact Info:

Email: Kris@CrossFitMaximus.com

Kelli Cramer:

Position: Coach/Massage Therapist

Why Crossfit?

CrossFit training has taken my workouts to another level that I thought I could never get to. I am in better shape now than when I was playing sports all through High School and College. The workouts are constantly varied, causing muscle confusion every day. I believe in it, because I have experienced it personally and I am blessed to see every single one of my members experience dramatic changes in their lives as well.

About Me:

I went to Undergrad and Grad school at the University of Kentucky, GO CATS! I am also a Licensed Massage Therapist that specializes in trigger point therapy, injury therapy and sports specific injuries. I love cooking and eating from the Paleolithic Nutrition Model, its just as important to me as working out. I just got married Dec 5, 2009 to my amazing husband Adam! On my off days you can usually find us somewhere at the park or in the mountains camping or backpacking!

Qualifications:

-CrossFit Level I Certification

-CrossFit Endurance Certification

-Masters Degree in Kinesiology and Health Promotion

-BA in Kinesiology – Exercise/Sports Science

-Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)

Favorite Cheat Food:

Cookie Dough!

Favorite / Least Favorite Crossfit Exercise:

Grace / Wall Balls

Contact Info:

Email: Kelli@CrossFitMaximus.com

Sgt. Brian Hunt:

Position: Coach

Why CrossFit?

I CrossFit because it’s more than a workout, it’s life changing in every part of your life.

About Me:

I retired from the army after 20 years of service. I’m now a school teacher at Henry Clay High School.

Qualifications:

CrossFit Level I Certification

Favorite Cheat Food:

Tacos

Favorite / Least Favorite CrossFit Exercise:

Thrusters – they suck, but they work your whole body, so I love them! / Burpees – I’m too old and slow

Contact Info:

Sarge@CrossFitMaximus.com

Jordan Baker:

Position: Coach

Why I CrossFit?

I started Crossfitting only a short time ago, but quickly started seeing many benefits. As a person that plays all kinds of sports I immediately felt a difference in my cardio endurance, as well as over-all strength and agility. I love the fact that I am challenged everyday and that I see improvements in myself and know there is a greater level of fitness attainable with continued hard work. As a coach, there is no better satisfaction than seeing so many improvements in so many different people. Having members setting goals high and achieving them is what keeps me loving what I do.

About Me:

I am currently studying Kinesiology at the University of Kentucky and have future plans of continuing on to medical school to practice Sports Medicine. I love to play and watch all sports, especially golf and football. I also have a nerdy side and play lots of X-BOX LIVE, as well as just hanging out with friends and family and having a good time.

Favorite Cheat Food:

Old Chicago pizza and an ice cold beer

Favorite / Least Favorite CrossFit Exercise:

Box Jumps / Burpees

Contact Info:

Email: Jordan@CrossFitMaximmus.com

Matt Sharp:

Position: Coach

Why CrossFit?

I was first introduced to CrossFit about a year and a half ago after trying everything else (for 15 years) and never looked back.  Within weeks I knew that CrossFit was different.  It wasn’t built on empty promises, but was established out of evidence based training that produced real results for everyday people.  I feel that that is no other system that even comes close to developing the fitness of its practitioners.  In addition, CrossFit has developed a community of people that I am proud to be a part of.

About Me:

I went to undergrad and grad school at Eastern Kentucky University where I also played football.

Qualifications:

CrossFit Level 1 Certification

CrossFit Kettlebell Instructor Certification

Favorite Cheat Food:

Ted’s Montana Bison Bacon Cheeseburger and a Sam Adams.

Favorite / Least Favorite Exercise:

Powerclean/Overhead Squat

Jen Sharp:

Position: Coach

Why CrossFit?

I am truly addicted to the daily CrossFit battle between success & failure.  This is unlike any workout I have ever participated in & I am in the best shape of my life…that is why I love it!  I am continually trying to improve my physical self so my mental & spiritual self can thrive, and CrossFit gives me the perfect avenue to push myself beyond what I ever thought I was capable of. “Feel the pain. Live the victory.”

About Me:

I was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, so yes I route for the “other” Wildcats. My softball career brought me to EKU where I played 4 years of Division-I Softball. A Business Degree, a couple of conference championships, and few conference awards later, I am still here and lovin’ KY! I love anything sports related, except when its cold outside .  My spare time is spent with my friends and family; they are what make my life so much fun.

Qualifications:

CrossFit Level I Certification

Favorite Cheat Food:

A Ted’s Bison cheeseburger or any Willy-Wonka Candy

Favorite/Least Favorite Exercise:

Hang Cleans/Running & Wall-Balls

Seth Parker:

Position: Coach

Why CrossFit?

I switched to the CrossFit approach to fitness about two years ago, when a friend introduced me to it.  I quickly realized that I started to look and feel like I was in better shape.  I increased in strength, and improved dramatically in both my 5K and 10K times.  I also have back problems from an accident about 8 years ago, which was constantly aggravated by conventional weightlifting.  After I adopted CrossFit, my back problems are at a minimum, which speaks for itself as to why CrossFit is so important to me.

About me:

I grew up outside Chicago and moved to Lexington about 14 years ago.  I have been into fitness since I played soccer and tennis in high school.  I adopted the CrossFit methodology about two years ago, and quickly realized what a difference it makes in comparison to what most are accustomed to.

Qualifications:

CrossFit Level I Certification

CrossFit Gymnastics Certification

CrossFit Kettlebell Certification

AMFPT Certified Personal Trainer

ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

Certified EMT-B

Favorite Cheat Food:

“Pazzo’s Special” pizza, and a fresh Guinness

Favorite / Least Favorite Exercise:

Power Clean/Burpees

Seth DePasquale:

Position: Nutrition Coach

Why CrossFit?

I’ve always loved working out ever since high school. However, after college I fell off of the workout wagon and gained a few. After joining the military and successfully losing about 15 pounds the scale just didn’t move any more. I tried everything! Cutting calories, working out more; I just couldn’t figure it out. Joined CrossFIt in December 2009 and lost 20 pounds in 2 and a half months. I haven’t felt this great in a long time.

About me:

I am originally from Upstate NY and after graduating from Albany College of Pharmacy I joined the military and moved to Wichita Falls, TX. I met my wife there and she decided to go to pharmacy school here in Lexington at the University of Kentucky, so I followed. I am crazy about CrossFit and extremely passionate about nutrition and its effects on the body. I work for Saint Joseph Health System as a pharmacist. Love spending time with my wife, CrossFitting and reading.

Qualifications:

Pharmacist

Favorite Cheat Food:

Purely Decadent Coconut Milk Ice Cream (Mint Chocolate Chip)

Favorite/Least Favorite Exercise:

Any body weight exercise / Wall Balls