We want to take a moment and highlight a member every two weeks who pushes as best as they can at the gym, leads a positive life to those around them, and to those who always go the extra mile.
LIZ MCDONALD
Liz is one of what we consider an OG – she was with us before we opened up in a parking lot doing bootcamps. Liz comes literally almost every day of the week and busts her ass every workout. She comes in early and if she can’t come in early (on the rare occasion) she comes in for an evening class. She is highly motivating to all the members to the classes she attends and she always helps those around her. Thank you Liz for being awesome and helping me and those around you.
1. What got you interested in fitness?
I’ve been into fitness all my life. My Dad is a very active person to this day, he rides his bike everyday, he skis every weekend in the winter and still plays on an adult tennis team weekly. So sports and exercise have always been a part of my life in one way or another.
2. How do you find/make time to get your workouts in?
I get my workout in every morning. I can’t have it weighing on me all day and our afternoon/evenings are crazy.
3. Do you have a/any tip(s) for newer people who are just getting into workouts?
Don’t be intimidated! If you just show up the rest will come. This gym has such a wide range of abilities and everyone is welcome! It flows very nicely so don’t ever think you can’t come to a class because you think you can’t keep up, you will get there…just show up.
4. What is your current workout routine?
Boot camp 2x week
Training Camp 2x week
KB/Boxing 1x week
Run or go to HIIT 1x week
5. What is your favorite part of fitness? Your least favorite?
Favorite part is the community/people- so much encouragement and competition, I love it! Working out alone is no fun. My least favorite exercise is pull ups, ugh!
6. What is your next/current fitness goal?
Goal is to do a full Murph Challenge with the weighted vest.
7. How has Burr Strength and Performance helped you on your fitness Journey?
Accountability! This gym has kept me accountable, so I show up and in turn I’ve been able to constantly improve in my fitness journey.
8. What is your favorite class you take?
Favorite class is the 5am boot camp class! It’s so early but I love the people that come, the energy in that class (yes even at 5am), and the fact that my workout is now done for the day!
9. Anything else you wish to share?
Thank YOU again for making your dreams come true! We are all benefiting from it and I know it’s a lot on you…that’s doesn’t go unnoticed so thank you!