Athlete Profile – Jamie and Justin Anderson

Tell us about yourself…. Hi! We are Justin and Jamie Andersen! Justin grew up in Richmond, and Jamie grew up in Hyde Park. We’ve been married for almost 10 years and have 2 “fur kids.” (Dogs) Yes, we know, 10 years of marriage and no kids?!? One day we’ll be brave enough to join that crowd, but right now we enjoy being what we call “free.” We just purchased the home Jamie grew up in and are starting to dig into the remodeling mess to make it ours. In our spare time we love camping and four-wheeling and doing pretty much anything outdoors.

What is your day job? We own and operate  Mr. Appliance of Logan. If you need your residential or commercial appliances repaired or installed, you now know who to call!

How were you introduced to CrossFit? Jamie’s brother who crossfit’s in Seattle. When he was visiting during Christmas he told us all about it and told us to look into it. We looked into it, didn’t do anything about it, and then Shaley Davis, Todd Martin, and Paul all helped us get there. We needed a push and a shove, so thanks for the push guys!

What is your favorite WOD or Lift? Justin- Filthy Fifty, Jamie- I’m going to have to say Fight Gone Bad.

What is your favorite skill/movement that you have learned at CrossFit IoTA? Justin- Toe to bar, Jamie- Anything with the barbell, or kettle bells.

How has CrossFit changed your life? Justin- It’s given me a better attitude on life and I feel so much better. Jamie- It’s changed it completely – both physically and mentally. I have a better attitude on every part of my life… I’m more confident and I’m transforming my body so I feel better about myself.

What keeps you motivated and coming back for more? Justin- I love the way I feel after a WOD, and the good attitudes of everyone there. Jamie- First off, the Coaches, people, and atmosphere at Iota. Second, the results I have seen. I’m losing weight, inches, getting stronger, improving and achieving my goals! If it wasn’t for Paul, and the atmosphere of Iota- I would have never obtained the results I have seen because I would not have came back and crossfit delivers results! So thanks to everyone who make Crossfit Iota what it is!

What’s something you know now that you wish someone would have said to you when you started CrossFit? Justin- That a girl can make you cry. As stated on one of Paul’s sweet shirts! Jamie- My hands will never be the same….

One word to describe me would be… Justin- Out going, Jamie- Quiet (big shocker huh!)

I have always wanted… Justin- I’ve always wanted to go on a hunting safari in Africa.
Jamie- I always get what I always want, so I don’t know how to answer this. haha.. I would like to travel more though!

Outside of the gym, I like to… Justin- Hunt, fly fish, and target shoot. – Jamie- I always like to have a house or yard project on my hands, and I always have to drag Justin into that project- because he is the jack of all trades.

Three things you would always find in our fridge… Eggs, spinach, and veggies.

Something nobody knows about me or would be surprised to know about me… Justin- I’m actually pretty SMART, Jamie- I was in a car accident about 5 years ago that left me bedridden and unable to walk or do anything for about 4 months. The accident broke my left hip, and completely smashed my right ankle, which now consists of a few plates and several screws that hold it together.

Favorite physical activity outside of CFI… Justin- Hunting, Jamie- Hiking with Justin and our dogs

Favorite place to eat in Cache Valley … Justin- Anywhere with a good ribeye steak, Jamie-On our deck, with Justin as the chef.

Song(s) that gets me pumped up for a workout… Justin- Metallica, Tool, etc., Jamie- Pretty much anything with a good beat. I usually don’t hear it after the first few minutes anyway.

The last thing I ate was… Justin- A Naked Green Machine Smoothie, Jamie- A Nectarine

My proudest accomplishment is… Justin- Recently- running my first 5k. Prior to Crossfit I would have laughed at the thought of even running. Jamie- As of late- my weight loss and taking control of my life. 80 lbs down and still going strong. I will conquer this hard task!!

Our six month goal is… Is to still be on the path to a healthy life, and to still be showing up to get our daily crossfit intake!

My favorite workout attire is… Justin- One of Paul’s sweet Crossfit shirts and sweat pants. You won’t ever see my white chicken legs sporting shorts! Jamie- Whatever is comfy.

My favorite workout partner(s)… Justin- Jamie, Todd, and Jerimiah - Jamie- Of course it would be Justin, but everyone at the 7 am class has proven to be awesome!!

If you created a WOD and named it after yourself what would the workout be?
3x
1000 meter row
20 over head squats
20 KB clean and press, each arm
20 toe to bars

I know I say it all the time, but it’s TRUE!!  These are great, positive and genuine people.  It’s always fun for me to see couples join and work together.  The can push and help each other in a way that no other person can.  I really appreciate Jamie and Justin for the way they come work and always do their best. It has been fun to watch them change grow and better themselves each day. Thanks for being such a fantastic part of our community! And can I just say that if you need appliance work done Justin is the BEST!!! – Paul