Crystal Champagne

What fuels your passion for health and fitness?

I started working out at age 16 when our gym class included an optional 2 week rotation with weights and various cable exercises. I was hooked. I had no idea what I was doing i started reading, asking questions and observing. I love how my body feels while working out, when my strength increases, when I see the changes I have pushed for. Over the last 3 years, my children, ages 6, 9 and 11 will join me for a workout in our home gym. They see the work, they mirror it.

What’s your favorite way to train or stay fit?

Weight training is my #1 for any day of the week. Two years ago I joined an adult Ninja gym that has us doing everything that you would see on the TV show - completely feel like a kid again!. Downhill skiing is a must in the winter (kids ski competitively). In the summer, a new love / hate relationship with spartan races; they remind you that you are strong, but can always push harder. Mountain biking also tops the list with many trails close to home. Kayaking, swimming, and running too.

What would you do with $20,000?

Our 3 children love to ski competitively. This money would help with race registration fees, equipment, training camps and travel expenses. With what would be left, I would like to expand my home gym to include a cable machine. This would allow them and myself a more diverse training area.