Chris guides CrossFit and individualized nutrition coaching for success using a common sense approach,. That approach is supported by scientific and applied aspects of wellness, weight loss, fitness, and sport performance with the goal of providing a low stress path to success. Chris has an athletic background and a PhD in Exercise Physiology. His approach combines scientific knowledge with personalized care, ensuring tailored plans for clients. He prioritizes accountability through regular check-ins and goal tracking, fostering motivation and success. With a holistic mindset, he creates evidence-based strategies, adapting to clients' needs while emphasizing sustainable lifestyle changes. Career Highlights Ph.D., Exercise Physiology; M.S. Human Performance; B.S. Zoology Nutrition and CrossFit coach Senior Manager, Exponent Engineering and Scientific Consulting Director, Biometrics Laboratory Valencell Inc. 2012-2022 Founder, Human Performance Laboratory (2002) Associate Professor of Exercise Science at North Carolina Wesleyan College 2011-2012 Chair, Department of Nutrition, Health and Human Performance Meredith College 2009-2011 Associate Professor of Exercise Science at Meredith College 2001-2011 50 time overall race champion 7 time Ironman triathlon finisher (4 World Championships) Amateur National Champion Long Course Triathlon Ironman Triathlon PR: 9:24 Half-Ironman PR: 4:02 Olympic Distance Triathlon PR: 1:51 Marathon PR: 2:40 Captain, Western Illinois University Swimming and Diving Team
Open
| Year | Rank Worldwide | Rank by Region | Rank By Country | Rank By Affiliate | ||||
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| 2024 | 44040th Men | 490th Men (50-54) | 10566th Men North America East | 178th Men (50-54) North America East | 15400th Men United States | 245th Men (50-54) United States | 25th Men 12th State CrossFit | 1st Men (50-54) 12th State CrossFit |
| 2021 | 95566th Men | 7520th Men (45-49) | 50691st Men North America | 4803rd Men (45-49) North America | 44600th Men United States | 4289th Men (45-49) United States | 31st Men 12th State CrossFit | 3rd Men (45-49) 12th State CrossFit |
| 2018 | 33644th Men | 611th Men (45-49) | 2085th Men Mid Atlantic | 62nd Men (45-49) Mid Atlantic | 18291st Men United States | 443rd Men (45-49) United States | – – | |
| 2017 | 36413th Men | 2078th Men (40-44) | 2384th Men Mid Atlantic | 152nd Men (40-44) Mid Atlantic | 20609th Men United States | 1334th Men (40-44) United States | – – | |
| 2016 | 18080th Men | 784th Men (40-44) | 1304th Men Mid Atlantic | 63rd Men (40-44) Mid Atlantic | – – | – – | ||
Individual Quarterfinal
| Year | Rank Worldwide | Rank by Region | ||
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| 2024 | 12985th Men | 3843rd Men North America East | ||
Age Group Quarterfinal
| Year | Rank Worldwide | |
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| 2024 | 241st Men (50-54) | |
Benchmark Stats
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