Wildcatter Member Success Story - Megan
A year ago, I joined Wildcatter CrossFit. From day one, I felt nothing but encouragement, support, and acceptance from the coaches and the members. It’s a completely judgment-free zone, a place where everyone is focused on becoming the best version of themselves, whatever that looks like.
Backstory: Ten years ago, I was diagnosed with lupus, an autoimmune disease that causes chronic pain and fatigue. This disease causes your body to constantly attack itself, which makes it very difficult to have energy or any drive to be active. Your body constantly craves sleep and rest. For years, my days would consistent of a full day of teaching, napping for several hours after work, and ended with an hour or two of soaking in a hot bath just to get enough relief to sleep a few hours. There would be many nights of crying on my bedroom floor because the pain was physically overpowering me. I felt defeated. Some nights I was so weak, I couldn’t even lift myself out of the bathtub without my husband’s help. This not only impacts you physically but it starts to wear you down mentally. I was visiting a rheumatologist and primary doctor, but no medication I tried was effective. Regardless of all the things I tried, my health suffered and I had gained a significant amount of weight.
In 2022, I decided to start making small changes. I started to go on walks on a weekly basis and make changes with my eating habits. Each day was a struggle but I knew the alternative was being in pain and in bed for the rest of my life. As time went on, I was starting to lose weight and gain more energy. I felt like I was starting to get some normalcy back to my life. Fast forward to today, I have lost 78 pounds over the last 3 years.
My coworker and friend, Anita, was the one who invited me to try a free week at Wildcatter CrossFit. I am forever grateful for that invitation. I now attend classes 2-3 times a week. Each workout, challenges you and pushes you to be stronger and more confident. As of a month ago, I am off all medication, and I am pain free. This is mind-blowing, it’s true life change.
Over the past year at Wildcatter CrossFit, I’ve been able to tone up, build strength, and do things I never thought possible. What makes this gym so special is how every workout can be modified to meet your individual needs. The coaches have supported me every step of the way, helping me listen to my body and find what works best for me. And the community, it’s like family. Everyone cheers you on, no matter where you are in your fitness journey.
By joining Wildcatter CrossFit, taking control of my health, and through God’s provision and goodness, I’ve found freedom from pain and medication. I’m truly thankful for this gym. I’ve been able to get my life back… stronger, healthier, and happier than ever.
