Did you know……..

An Olympic skier once lost a medal because his pants split?

At the 2006 Turin Olympics, Swedish cross-country skier Anders Södergren fell out of medal contention after his pants split mid-race, slowing him down and causing distraction. Wardrobe malfunctions don’t just happen on red carpets.

Originally emailed 01/28/2026

There are gyms everywhere, but here’s one thing that sets CrossFit Cleveland in Rocky River apart:

 We focus on CrossFit for Health, not the Sport of CrossFit.

While some gyms prioritize competition and chasing leaderboards, our mission is different. We’re here to help you feel better, move better, and stay strong for life.

What matters most is how you feel getting out of bed, carrying groceries, or playing with your grandkids, not how fast you can finish a workout.

That doesn’t mean we don’t push ourselves. We do. But our focus is on progress, not perfection. You’re not competing with anyone else here.

You’re competing with yourself, aiming to improve a little each week, and we track that progress so you can see how far you’ve come.

CrossFit for Health means:

• Every class is coached and every workout is tailored to your level

• We emphasize proper form, steady progress, and long-term consistency

• Success is measured by real-life wins like moving with less pain, feeling stronger, and building confidence that lasts

CAPABLE * FUNCTIONAL * CONFIDENT

Yes, there’s friendly energy in every class, but no one is judging you. This is your journey. Your pace. Your personal improvement plan.

After nearly two decades, Bill and I know that extreme fitness plans fade quickly. What lasts is a strong foundation, a routine that fits your life, and a supportive community that actually cares.

If you’ve ever felt like CrossFit wasn’t for you, this is your sign to reconsider.

Our version of CrossFit is for real people who want to get stronger, healthier, and more confident without beating themselves up to get there.

 Want to chat about how we can make that happen for you?

Just hit reply or book a free Discovery Call at the link below.

Keep Thriving,

Staci
Healthy Habits & Accountability Coach

P.S. One of my clients told me how happy she was to start in December. She didn’t wait for January, and now she’s already ahead of her goals. If you’ve been thinking about waiting for spring, maybe now is the time to start.

You don’t have to be perfect. You just need to start.

Keep Thriving,

Staci
Healthy Habits & Accountability Coach
CrossFit Cleveland

Something one of my clients said…

“I had a great experience with Staci & her Nutrition and Accountability Coaching. She helped me set realistic, achievable goals.

I’ve maintained my weight loss and keep getting stronger!” ~ Joe C.

I’m excited to help you make this your healthiest year yet!

BTW:  Bill and I also work one-on-one with both gym members and non-members.  You don’t have to be a member to enroll in my Healthy Habits Nutrition Coaching or Bill’s in-person and remote strength training program. 

Stay Fully Capable, Functional and Confident – You’ve got this!

Keep Thriving,

Staci

Nutrition, Fitness & Accountability Coaching 

 Ready to take the next step?  I have only one spot open in January for my Healthy Habits Nutrition & Accountability program if you are ready. Just let me know.

 Schedule your FREE discovery call today and see if this is the right fit for you.

Staci Russell

CrossFit Cleveland 
Rocky River Fitness
19910 Ingersoll Drive
Rocky River, Ohio  44116
(216) 287-089