July Athlete of the Month

This month we're excited to recognize Drew Balfour as our July Athlete of the Month!

Drew has been a part of the CrossFit Townie family for seven years, and during that time he's become a familiar face, a consistent presence, and someone who truly represents what our community is all about.

When we asked Drew to share his favorite Townie memory, his answer couldn't have been more fitting:

"Lots of moments at Townie over 7 years, but the best was when I met my wife. For that, I'll always love this gym."

We love celebrating PRs, first pull-ups, and competition milestones, but stories like Drew's remind us that fitness is only part of what happens here. The friendships, encouragement, and relationships built inside these walls often become just as meaningful as the workouts themselves.

Drew also shared one of his favorite quotes:

"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." — Wayne Gretzky

— Michael Scott.

It perfectly captures the spirit of trying something new, taking chances, and showing up, even when it's uncomfortable. Walking into a CrossFit gym for the first time can feel intimidating, but you never know how much it might change your life. In Drew's case, it changed it forever.

Thank you, Drew, for seven years of trusting us with your fitness, investing in this community, and being a part of what makes CrossFit Townie such a special place.

Congratulations on being our July Athlete of the Month!

We cannot wait to see what the next seven years bring.