Andrea has started his CrossFit journey just a little over nine months ago. The results he has achieved within this time are astonishing. He is dedicated but most of all he is driven.
An example and inspiration for everyone in the box!

Below is Andrea’s journey is his own words!

Your CrossFit journey has very young roots. How did you come across this sport and made you want to try it?
The truth is Nicole actually found the gym and asked me if I’m willing to go with her. I was sceptical to try it at first, mainly because I did not know enough about the sport. I tried it, and well, 10 months later I’m still here and in love with the sport. 

This year you have competed alongside your fiance' Nicole in the Hell's Bells competition. A gruelling two day event that tested your physical capacity as well as your mental strength. What is the biggest take away from this experience?
The biggest take away from this experience was the general community between all of us. Everyone cheering each other on and helping you get that extra rep. Another thing that I have to mention is just the improvement I saw both with myself and Nicole. I managed to carry out movements that seemed impossible a few months ago (yes, I am talking about snatches) and we also managed to finish every WOD together as a team.

Not long ago you started your nutrition journey with coach Logan ( Beyond the Gym ) and since you have achieved amazing results. Can you tell us a bit more about this experience?
When I first started CrossFit I was weighing at about 57kg, which anyone can guess is underweight. I wanted to change that, and after talking to Logan, I gave his programme a go. That all started in September, and up until this point I am currently at a healthy 65kg, a weight that I taught I will never reach. I still have a bit to go but I already feel much fitter and stronger, in daily tasks and especially when lifting heavier weights. All thanks to his knowledge and dedication.

You have been working incredibly hard and we can all see the overall improvements you have made. 

What are the top three things you would like to achieve in the near future?
Clean 70kg  - Snatch 50kg - Double unders

Not many would know that you can play the trumpet and you also played in a band back in Malta. Are there any other talents or passions we don't know about that you would like to share with us?
Yes, I actually have been playing the trumpet for over 20 years, a hobby that saw me participate in the traditional feasts we host in Malta. Apart from that I enjoy adventure and experiencing new things. I mostly enjoy the sea, where I used to take my gear and spearfish for hours at a time. More than catching fish, the experience is about the freedom you feel when you are under the waves suspended in water. Something that gives you a sense of calmness but at the same time excitement due to not knowing what to expect. Another hobby that I enjoy is video editing, where I grab footage that I take with my GoPro and phone and create a video to log places and events that I have been too. This is something that is easier in a place like Victoria due to its vast landscapes and culture around every corner.

We've all got that one movement that makes us groan. What's yours?  
Sots press, it just hurts.

What are your other favourites and what's to love about them? 

I love all the weightlifting movements, generally because of the skill required and the amazing things one can do with a refined technique. Apart from that I love anything on the bar, running, box jumps, and workouts that involve high endurance. 

In the middle of a WOD, what animal would best represent you? 

A Buck due to its competitive nature. If you see these animals go for it they keep going until they have nothing left in them. I tend to find a competition in everything, as it helps me push harder especially in the middle of a gruelling workout.

You've been asked to write a sales pitch for Crossfit. How would you pitch it? 
Unlock you’re full potential with CrossFit, a holistic fitness experience that combines high-intensity workouts, friendship, and expert guidance, sculpting a powerful physique and empowering you to conquer your fitness goals.

Crossfit Inc. decided to name and design a WOD in your honour. What would the 'ANDREA' WOD be?

“ANDREA”

For Time: ( Partners )
800m Row ( Shared )
60 Snatch (25/35)
40 Synchronised Toes to Bar
800m Run ( Together )
40 Syncronised Burpees Over Bar
60 Handstand Push Ups
800m Row ( Shared )