How long have you been with CrossFit Torrent and what made you decide to start?

 2 and a half years. I’ve been into fitness my entire life, anything from bodybuilding shows, half marathons, cheerleading to orange theory. I was looking for something more challenging and saw Torrent opening. I was nervous to join at first but decided to just go for it. Best decision ever!

What do you do when you’re not at CFT?

 I am an Area Sales Manager at Advia Credit Union. I just bought a house on a lake and love lake life with my friends, cruising in my Jeep & Michigan football!

When did you realize that CrossFit is right for you?

 Immediately! I thought I was in great shape, coming off training for a half marathon. After my first WOD I realized how much more potential I had to push myself physically and mentally! I also noticed right away how much personal attention each Coach gives and love the feedback.

What were your thoughts after your first WOD?

 I thought I was in shape, why am I on the verge of throwing up?!!

What is your favorite or least favorite WOD/movement?

 Favorite: burpees & box jumps. I struggle with overhead squats 

What is the one thing you have done at CFT that you never thought you would do?

 Kip swings! It almost took me 2 years for it to click.

What motivates you during a tough workout?

I love watching all the other athletes working hard around me. It pushes me to get up at 5:30 every morning and push myself!

What’s your favorite thing about CrossFit?

 I love the variety of the workouts and everyone that I’ve become good friends with!

What are your short term and long term goals?

 Strict pull ups & toes to bar

Have you seen yourself change- mentally and physically since joining Torrent?

 Yes! I am stronger than I have ever been. I love mentally pushing myself through workouts. It gives me the confidence to push myself outside of my comfort zone in other aspects of my life.

What impact has CFT had on you in and out of the gym?

I feel more focused during my day after a 6AM workout. Work is better & I get better sleep. The biggest impact is all of the great friends I have made! I love doing things outside of the gym with the CrossFit fam!

Quick Questions

Favorite Cheat Meal:  pizza or chicken & waffles 

Favorite Sports Team: Michigan Football!

Favorite CrossFit Athlete: Bri & Wilber! They both work incredibly hard & motivate me to come into the gym on the days I’m not feeling it. 

Coaches Comments:

Jill is a ray of sunshine when she walks into class! She crushes workouts with passion and humility and is a wonderful member of the Torrent fam. – Morgan

Jill! What a wonderful human. She is one of our most consistent members and her consistency has really paid off. She is humble, driven and I love having her in class. Jill never gives up, if something is hard for her she continues to work on it and always has a positive attitude. She has been working on her kip swing for so long and we are so happy she got it! You can always count on Jill to be a powerful positive energy in the 6 a.m. class. Thanks for being you, Jill.- Callie

OMG! Jill has come soooo far since she first started. Love seeing her gain strength and confidence, plus she’s a really cool chick! – Michelle

You can always count on Jill to give her very best  and she knows when to push herself while always being smart about it. Jill has the kind of attitude I love to coach and love to workout around. She encourages others while remaining humble in all her accomplishments. -Brandon

Jill’s positive attitude is infectious. She’s a joy to have in class and to workout with. She pushes herself hard in every workout and has come so far! I adore her as an athlete, a partner and a friend! – Bri