I QUIT MY JOB TO WORK AT STARBUCKS AND DO CROSSFIT
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- This is a snapshot of how I made a major life change in order to do something that was fulfilling for me and chase my dreams! I cant encourage you enough to do the same!! take chances and chase your dreams!
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I'm retiring from accounting after 37 years and opened a CrossFit affiliate last November. If they had CrossFit in the 1980's it might be the other way around. CrossFit is definitely more fun than accounting.
well I cant agree with that any more lol!!! and that is so cool, and we are excited for you!! way to go!
Good Luck! I am excited for you!!
LMAOOOOO please kid sit down XD
Rodney this is amazing. Well done 👍🏻 Kristi you are an inspiration. I recently ended a career in designing apparel after 20 years to study as a certified personal trainer. CrossFit has always interested me, definitely an area of fitness I’m looking to steer my career towards. I’m working with Jason Grubb a former CrossFit champion on my nutrition plan. It’s great to hear from others who have changed careers.
The fact you went up against TIA with out blinking an eye. You will always have my ear as well as my respect. Great job!
thank you!! that was one of my favorite memories!
This is so inspiring and exactly what I needed to hear today; thank you! It's a constant struggle between fully committing vs balancing life.
"Never half-ass two things, whole-ass one thing." - Ron Swanson :)
haha i love that!!
Amen! You got this! 👊🏻
So inspired by this. I’m a small athlete at 4’11”. I love watching your competition video footage and seeing you keep up with the “big girls.”
You continue to be such an inspiration to everyone that watches you battle everyday. I'm so excited to watch you on the floor in Madison this year! Keep grinding, Kristi! This is YOUR time! 💪💜
This is a fantastic and inspiring history! Thank you for sharing😀 I keep my fingers crossed.
thank you! i appreciate that!!
Love this video. Thanks for sharing part of your story!!
So much needed today!!
Thank you for sharing. ❤️
I’m crying. Thank you so much for sharing this!
This message found me today! Im a therapist in a hospital but it is not my passion. I’ve started taking steps to bridging my desire to help people but in a way that’s fulfilling TO ME like you said. I’ve started a path towards nutrition and wellness coaching. I can use my same skills but in a venue that sparks joy in me. It truly does start with step 1 and the rest flows from there. Be patient in the step your in and give that step your best effort. Thanks for sharing, I totally related to this and it made me feel supported and assured! Love watching you compete, post, and just be an awesome human from what I see!
What a GREAT message for everyone! It is a blessing to have a passion ( not everyone has one ). But if you have one it is possible to work hard and achieve that goal. However.. I do think you also have a gift ( which may why you have that passion???) and along with hard work and sacrifice, is why you are where you are at in life. Again, great words/advise. Thanks Krisit!!!
i would agree with that, and really appreciate it!! ✌️
Love this video! I just quit my job this week after 10 years, in order to become a crossfit coach and one day open my own gym and 40!!! Thanks Kristi and good luck at the games! Love from Australia! :)
So inspiring, and your smiling face and positivity are next level! 🔥❤️ xx
Love seeing you go head to head with Tia! 🤘🏻
Awesome message Kristi :)
Love your story so much! I just discovered your TH-cam channel and love all the content that you are sharing. Thank you!
Gems like this are one of the many reasons you’re my favorite CrossFit content creator, Kristi. Thank you for sharing so much of you and your journey with us! I’ve learned so much and have been so inspired by you. Much love from the 🇵🇭 💞
well thank you! that means alot!! ✌️
These are the videos that we need to see from the athletes. That openess and honesty.
I have been following you for a good long while. I binge watch your nutrition videos lol. I want to say thanks for being that guidance when others aren't.
I appreciate that! thank you!! 😁✌️
@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell btw fellow Louisville peep here. This summer I am going to try to come to Columbus to visit the gym.
Omg I’m an accountant and have also been reevaluating what to do as I go forward. I love being outdoors and hate sitting at a desk for so long. Thanks for your story!
Same here. I’m an accountant who loves sports. Can’t believe my life will be this till retirement.
That's an awesome story! Definitely just got yourself another fan!
What an incredible story!!! Your ability to deal with the stress. Your ability to mute the external pressures. You're a HERO!!!!
This is SOOOO AWESOME and so true! Congrats on all your hard work! You should be proud! BUT, never forget to mention all the people in your corner supporting you. We never get anywhere in life by ourself! We know you have a fantastic husband and a huge support system. That is also extremely important in my opinion! Congrats. This is a great message for any goal at any age.
totally agree and i have a one of a kind support system!! ❤️✌️
This was fun to watch! 2016 was my only individual year at Regionals. I also competed at the central regional and I ended up winning event 7, but was in heat 2. It was overshadowed (rightfully so) since it was the final event and the top 5 was what was focused on, but that was a shining moment for me 😊
Extremely inspiring! Thanks for just been you.
aw thanks!! 😁
Wow.. this is an amazing story! Hearing that you took whatever it took to follow your passions both on and off the field, not taking the easy way out (PED's), but taking the classy route by getting a second job to make ends meet. It's been great following you and Pat, as you both have such kind hearts by sharing your knowledge, journey, and laughs. Much respect and love!
thank you so much!! ✌️😁
Congratulations on going with your gut and going all in. It obviously paid off! 😃💪🏼
Thanks for sharing your background Kristi! The O'Connells are rock stars
my pleasure!! and thank you! ✌️
So inspiring, you're my role model!! Thank you for motivating us!
We appreciate that, and hope it can be encouraging to chase what motivates you!
Thanks for the motivation!!
Thank you Kristi !
You are an amazing person/athlete, keep going.
Love you ❤️
thank you! ✌️😁
Nice job we all love a good orgin story 👏👏 and once again you show that not only are you a great athlete but an even better person and that's why you have so many fans. I keep thinking that this is the best video yet but you keep bumping up the standard. 👌👌👊👊
Thanks Kristi, yours is a beautiful motivational message for all of us, thank you very much
You are so welcome! 😁✌️
So much respect for you for chasing your passion. Humbling.
We really appreciate that!! ✌️❤️
I think that one of things I enjoy most from your videos is that, along with being informative and inspirational, you never undersell the hard work, dedication and sacrifice required to be an athlete of your caliber. So many videos and websites are out there trying to sell quick fixes and shortcuts and if I've learned anything since starting CrossFit three and a half years ago is that the easy path seldom leads to worthy accomplishments.
I appreciate that, and I certainly did not have any sort of quick fix or easy path, and we do our best to acknowledge it does take hard work.. but that is ok!
I'm not even into CrossFit -- I'm into Parkour. However, as someone who is trying to level up his Parkour, at age 66, your message speaks to me loudly and clearly. Thanks for taking the time to share.
holly shit. I thought it's too late to start rock climbing at late 30s
Nothing more fulfilling than helping others find that dream that you guys have reached. My respects to CFP!!!
Omg, as a fellow accountant trynna get out of the field and wanting to follow my heart, this is inspiring!
Good for you! Thank you for sharing your story!
We love to share! 😁✌️
My husband and I are beginning the process of him quitting his job. It's so dang exciting! Thanks for the extra motivation today 😁😁😁
You are such a beast. My favorite athlete in all sports! Very cool story! Thank you for sharing.
wow!! thank you!! 🙌🏻✌️
Thank you for this video!! I dream of opening my own CrossFit affiliate someday. Thank you for always having a positive and motivational attitude towards what you do - it's contagious!! :)
It is alot of work, but we love it and encourage you to chase your dreams!!
Kristi you have been such an inspiration to us. From your competitive fire at the Games to the work Pat and you put into teaching at Polaris and on your channel, you embody all of the tenants of CrossFit. You give so much of yourself so we can be our best selves. Thank you!
Wow, thank you! I really appreciate that !! ✌️😁
You’re welcome. Also, you have the coolest mom in CrossFit 😊
Very Inspirational!
Needed this exactly right now! Thanks kristi for the motivation!
You are so welcome! ✌️✌️
Love this! It's the Kristi Eramo O'Connell "How I Built This" story of you building your CrossFit career and business. Rooting for you!
love that!! thank you so much!! 😁✌️
Fantastic video - quite a story
Thanks for the great content as always
Such an AWESOME video. I definitely wanted to hear this today. You & your husband Patrick are rock stars. I have learned so much from you & Patrick. You are DEFINITELY an inspiration to me helping me get to where I am in my 6 year CrossFit career
Thanks so much!! and keep up the hard work!!
@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell Of course. Will do
Lets go Kristi!
Awesome video, Iḿ happy for you.
Thank you!!😁
What an awesome video! Thanks for making this.
thank you!! we loving sharing!
I know youtubers love fancy intros to videos but this was so immediately engaging. Loved the story 🙌
We really appreciate that! thank you!! ✌️😁
Thank you for sharing this.
My pleasure! 😁
Reminds me of when we were branding Rogue, we thought of rogué in spanish also. Great work, keep on blessing.
very cool! and thank you!!
That’s the definition of commitment, I knew that you look like my accountant (jk 😂). I was impressed before, now I am just blown away by your journey!! Pound by pound the best CrossFit athlete year in year out! I look forward to see you this summer!
hahah thank you very much!! ✌️
You are such an inspiration!
thank you!😁✌️
Admiring. Well done 👍🏻
I worked in Marysville, Ohio and I have been following Crossfit Games for sometime.. I found your TH-cam channel and realized that you are from Columbus. I was extremely happy to realize that someone who lived a few minutes away from my place was doing a fantabulous performance in CrossFit Games..
I came to your CrossFit gym once and met your husband. He was such a sweet person and unfortunately because your gym was a bit far for me, I had to join a CrossFit gym in Dublin.
I am a big fan and you are killing it every year. More strength to you and I will be cheering for you..
Go get it - Kristi.. You are awesome.
thank you!! and that is awesome!! i think he is pretty sweet also!! ✌️❤️😁
Such an incredible story. I really hope we can meet up this summer while we're in town.
thank you!! and drop ins are always welcome!
Thanks for sharing ❤️
Love it!!!
Inspiring as always kristi!
Thank you so much!✌️
Excellent, thanks.
You’re video is sooo inspiring!! I’m in the Masters Division (55+) and my dream is to qualify for the Games 2026. Currently heading to the NorCal Classic this June 3-5, 2022. I finished 6-9. There were only 9 spots. For me, sacrificing is easy. The Hard part is getting out of my comfort zone with weights and stamina. I know I won’t grow if I don’t … however, am also coming out of a back injury (pulled psoas). The balance is Very hard, but I still believe in myself and pursue.
stay focused on your goal and disciplined with the things in and out of the gym that will help you get there!
This is so inspiring!! 🔥🔥🔥
thank you! ✌️😁
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Thank you for sharing!
Hey Kristi! Wow, what a story! Really look up to you and love your channel!!
I was wondering if you could do a Q&A soon?:)
we have not done one of those in a while. we can def add that to the list!!
Inspiring
Your put the best CrossFit content compared to other athletes
110% to you
thank you so much!! 😁✌️
Accounting is soul crushing
Great to hear your origin story. Very cool
thank you!!
This is a perfect example of how to tell a short yet effective story of a multi year journey. And being great human beings makes it easier to do that. Best CrossFit based TH-cam channel that is out there, hands down. Rooting for you to make the podium this year. Go make it happen!!
Wow, thank you! I really appreciate that and we are working very hard for one of those top spots!!
@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell You’re most welcome. I’m sure there are athletes have had to make sacrifices and a lot of them put in the work too. It’s about how you bring that story to life. You and Pat do that very well. Thank you 🙏
Brilliant 👏👏. I can't believe you were an accountant 🤓❤️
hah yup! 🤓
Love this video :)
thank you!! 😁✌️
Five years ago when I decided to sell my house/quit my job in seattle, hop on a bicycle and keep pedaling until I found a better place to live, people thought I was nuts, well here I am half way across the country in the Free State of TEXAS retired an never happier, and I have lots of free time that I try to do as much in the way of cross-fit workouts I can.
There isn't much of a way to describe dropping everything to find a new way to live. Or like trying to explain, yes after mile 21 my quads started to spasm but by mile 22 they were too tired to keep doing that, so I then finished the marathon.
Thank you so much for this video. I’ve been sick for 10 years, which unabled me to work. Last week I started my first ‘ small’ job as a cleaner for the first time in 10 years. It’s not my dream job, my dream is to become a health and fitness/CrossFit coach and help ppl get healthy and strong. By believing in myself and after seeing this video, I’m sure I can do it too! Thank you 🙏🏼
keep your eye on your goal and hold yourself accountable to the small steps that you can take that add up over time to get you where you want to go!!!
@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell i Will. Thank you so much
I swear this is all I want to do in my day - drink & make coffee + CrossFit. What a life!
I don’t care what others say but I applaud you for your commitment to what you saw as the path you must follow
Good for you
Dog Mom 🐶 most importantly!!
You’re a beast, love you 💕💕💕
FOR. SURE!! 😍
A inspiration to us all
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I JUST WANT A KRISTI SHIRT!!!!!! Girl....love you!!!
Your arms, though! 💪 Can't help but notice. 🤩
haha ✌️
Well done Kristi, very well done indeed 👍
Thank you! 😀
No no, thank you. Truly a positive and inspiring story of someone who found something they loved and had the courage to put it all on the line, see and make the necessary changes, not only chase but, to achieve their dream.
There’s no stopping you now!
Brilliant!
You and Tia are me and my wife’s favorites!!! Thank you for being genuine.
Wow, thank you! and tell your wife hi!!
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HERO!!!!
You were probably The Best, Most Beautiful & Smokin Hot Starbucks Barista in Ohio. I’m sure you had a ton of customers. Now, you carry that over in the CrossFit world. Keep being you.
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My goal this year is do 15 chest to bars and 5 muscle ups. If u have any advice on muscle or a do a video on muscle up I would love it.
that is an awesome goal! and we have done videos for both of those!! check them out!!
Inspiring video. Let's move it forward. What do you think you must do (sacrifices, training, etc.) to make it to the top 5 at the Games, or even better yet a podium finish?
we are already making some changes and doing things to intentionally move that needle. stay tuned, we will keep everyone in the loop😎✌️
I like this.
I work as a PT and Kickboxing trainer and get to control my hours and spend lots of time with my kids and my horse. I love it and it’s so great I don’t have to ever work a dead end job that made me miserable again.
Edit: New Subscriber btw. :)
Love you. That is all.
haha thank you!!
You’re awesome
lol well thank you!
This is an amazing story! I'd love to better understand how you supported yourself after quitting your job. Was working early shifts at Starbucks enough?
I think she is married, maybe she was with a partner at the time as well? That would help out a lot!
Probably a great decision. I don't know what you did before but coffee and crossfit are both good
She is inspiring
I would love to go to Starbucks and meet you there, a dream come true at my favorite place. 🤣
hahah who doesn't love a good coffee 😎😁
Daaamn it was awkward moment youtube is reading my mind !! I want to do same thing ,only for crossfit only for workout
But i have one question- guyz if you are having high intensity jobs ,how u wokout ,what the game plan? Can anyone give me advices ? I am thinking about this many times
CPA here ;) I can totally relate to the struggle of working in this industry and trying to make your health and wellness a priority especially during this time of year. I love your channel and your message. You are a joy to follow, and I hope to see you on the podium this year. It would be much deserved!
thank you so much!! and i still like numbers 😁. I used to eat my lunch while i worked so on lunch i could spend my whole lunch break walking up and down the stairs 😂 im sure people thought i was crazy!! keep up the hard work and make the time for the things you want to be a priority!!
I have been wanting to try CrossFit because the people that I work with said it is very beneficial. I have been super hesitant because I don’t know if it’s beginner friendly
it is just a matter of finding a good gym, and it can defiantly be beginner friendly!!
.... this really makes any excuses i make for myself to not exercise sound ridiculous lol. no excuses!!😬💪😁
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Sitting at a desk should be illigal and considered as modern slavory
Crossfit saves a lot of us