Kevin Gifford

Coach

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Back Squat: 355 Clean and Jerk: 295 Snatch: 215 Bench: 315 Fran: 2:19

Qualifications

CrossFit Level 1 and 2

About Kevin

I played many sports growing up but my passion was found in football. After high school I failed to take any opportunities to play college sports or even recreational sports. I missed football and the competitive atmosphere found when playing sports. Finally, in 2008 I stumbled upon a new gym called Kingman CrossFit. I had found a new sport, the sport of CrossFit. In 2011 another gym owner approached me about starting a new CrossFit. gym which became Energie RX CrossFit. I coached there for several years before I came back to Kingman CrossFit as a coach and athlete. I have coached for Kingman CrossFit for eight years as as well as program for other gyms in Kingman. I feel very fortunate to be a part of such a and amazing coaching staff. The CrossFit community is a staple in my life and I look forward to many years to come at Kingman CrossFit.

Turning Point

When I was 20 years old, I went to the doctor for a check up. The doctor told me that my cholesterol was extremely high and my triglycerides were off the charts. The doctor warned me that due to my family history, my unhealthy eating habits and lack of exercise, I would have heart disease before I was 35. This prompted me to look for a gym. The gym that I found was Kingman CrossFit. I have been on a mission to live a healthier lifestyle ever since. The community support and addictive nature of CrossFit has made it possible for me to remain active in the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle.

Motivation & Passion

I naturally love teaching but I especially love teaching athletes the fundamentals of movements. I like to teach the “why” instead of just how the movement needs to be done. Once athletes understand the why, they can correlate that to every day movements. Whether it’s on a sports field or around the house, good mechanics, strong joints and improved muscle function help our athletes to better perform.