Jase R.

Barb Spratley (Testimonial)

Lets just say this, CROSSFIT SAVED MY LIFE! Before coming to CrossFit Retaliation, I was fighting depression for 32 years...unsuccessfully. I had cocooned myself in a Fat Suit that I had constructed for myself. The fat suit did exactly what it was designed to do...insulate me from people who may hurt me. It took many decades for me to realize that I was punishing myself by treating my body this way. That's where CrossFit Retaliation comes into the picture. 9 months ago, my best friend Tina O'Dell convinced me to go to the box and give CrossFit a try. I met Audra McNear and Jase Robinson. They helped me change everything! I'm doing exercises that I never thought I could do on a good day, even at 48 years old! I will joke with my husband Bob "THEY ARE TRYING TO KILL ME!" He will jokingly reply "They're only getting rid of Bad Barb, you'll be ok." I have so much admiration for all my coaches and everyone I workout with. They give me motivation, most of all kindness and love. I hope my CrossFit Retaliation family knows how much each and everyone of them has helped SAVE MY LIFE!

Tyler Stillwell (Testimonial)

I joined crossfit [Retaliation] in December, 2014 after I was invited by co-worker to try it out. I had previously read different articles about the pros and cons of crossfit, and was a little skeptical at first. However, after the first week, I knew this was the perfect solution for what I was looking to do. As a multi-sport athlete, injury prevention and strength training are two key components to success, and I found that crossfit has helped me with both. Not only have I noticed my physical appearance improving, but I have also noticed performance improvements as well. So far this year I have ran 4 half marathons, 2 10K’s, and an Olympic distance triathlon with almost all resulting in a PR which includes a first place overall in a local 10K event. I am currently training to do Ironman Louisville in October of this year [2015], and cannot wait to see the benefits of crossfit during that race!

Angie Acra (Testimonial)

Exercise has been a part of my life for several years. I was at a point in my fitness journey where I was very bored with doing the same treadmill routine day after day. I wanted to achieve a higher level of fitness. The coaches at Crossfit Retaliation are willing to do what it takes to help you reach your fitness goals without injury. They are there to ensure proper technique is used with every workout. Crossfit challenges you within your own fitness level. I know I am stronger physically because of Crossfit, but to me that isn’t the most important part. I am much more confident in myself. Crossfit has given me a new mind set. The coaches at Crossfit Retaliation have encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone. I try things while doing Crossfit that I would never think of trying on my own. It is an awesome feeling to accomplish things you never thought possible. Crossfit Retaliation is a family of athletes all on their own journey to become better individuals. We support, encourage and celebrate one another’s achievements. This is a benefit you cannot obtain at any other kind of gym. I walk out of Crossfit Retaliation each time stronger than when I went in and feeling as though I can conquer the world. Crossfit has become a way of life for me and I feel like something emotionally, mentally, and physically is missing from my day when I am not able to attend. Crossfit is so much more than physical appearance (that is just an added benefit). I am a much better person because of my Crossfit journey.

Mikey Bonnell (Testimonial)

After moving back to the Columbus area, I was looking to lose weight and get into better shape. On the recommendation of my good friend Clayton Nolting, I decided to give CrossFit Retaliation a shot. I can remember the first day I walked into the box like it was yesterday. I remember thinking to myself , "these guys are insane if they think I am going to do that", but I pushed my way through the WOD (workout of the day) very slowly. From that day forward I was hooked, despite the constant soreness and being thoroughly beaten by everyone I was working out with each morning. The transformation for me really started this past January when Jase and the rest of the coaches started a nutrition program for anyone at the gym who was interested. For me, this was exactly what I needed. I had been trying to eat better but my diet wasn’t as good as it should be. I was seeing some results, but not what I was expecting. By sending pictures of anything that passed my lips to one of the coaches, I was starting to see drastic changes in my body composition. It was strange sending a picture of anything I ate to a coach; however the progress really started to show rapidly. This resulted in the pounds/inches to start dropping at a much quicker rate. I started noticing my times were dropping and my mile runs were getting much faster. I felt so much better as well. Picture What has CrossFit done for me? As of today I have lost over 40 lbs since January and my overall fitness has improved tremendously as compared to when I started last November. Although, I must say, the best part of CrossFit Retaliation is the people the workout there. It really is like a family, they are there to support you through each workout and to pick you up off the floor when a workout inevitably kicks your butt. When I say to pick you up off the floor, I literally mean to help you off of the floor! I just want to thank the coaching staff at CrossFit Retaliation for their time and knowledge. CrossFit Retaliation would not be what it is today with all the effort everyone puts into it each and every day.

Tina O'Dell (Testimonial)

I started my Crossfit journey in Feb 2014 having just moved to Columbus from my home of 23 years, Virginia. My son and I moved not knowing a single soul and leaned on each other by moving into a one bedroom apartment. I was overweight, stressed out, and depressed. Looking at pictures from my going away party, I realized I had to do something and that something was following Jase Robinson straight to Crossfit Retaliation. Being a Marine and former coach of my son’s football team, I wasn’t afraid of the workouts, I was more afraid of being completely out of shape, overweight, and embarrassed. But none of that mattered, what mattered was I listened, followed, stepped out of my own way and the results have been amazing. Having lost 35 pounds and over thirty inches from my body, I have gained tremendous strength/agility, and a supportive family of Crossfitters. There is nothing more rewarding than to have sweat pouring down your back, a hand up when you are lying on the floor after a workout, or a hardy hello and hug when you walk through the door. But most importantly, I have found me and a comradery that brings renewal through Crossfit. Crossfit saved my life in more ways than one, I am eternally grateful for Jase and the Crossfit family I now have.