Jax Purwins

Bio

I’ve been an athlete all my life and reveled in throwing myself into sports growing up, from gymnastics, to track & field, to lacrosse, and finally diving. Gymnastics was my primary passion, and I competed at various levels for ten years. I ended up making the switch from gymnastics to diving during my senior year of high school and immediately fell in love with the new challenges it provided.

I discovered CrossFit in the summer of 2020, a silver-lining to the Covid pandemic. All of our dive training shut down for six months, so I was searching for another way to stay active and motivated. I came in for an intro session one morning and instantly felt so at home at Crossfit Purgatory that I came back later that same day for my first group class. I absolutely love this gym and the energy & passion that its members bring every single day. Personally, Crossfit has helped me recognize, acknowledge, and attack weaknesses in my fitness that I had long ignored in specialized sports training. But more importantly, I love CrossFit for its inclusivity. Whether you’re an Olympic athlete or a first-time gym goer, anyone can participate in CrossFit, and everyone at Crossfit Purgatory (coaches and members alike) will welcome you with open arms.

A Few Other Facts about Me:
 -I was a college diver at the University of Arizona.
 -Some of my favorite CrossFit movements are bar muscle ups, handstand walks, and dumbbell snatches. -I love baking!