When Brad first stumbled through the doors of enduraLAB, his fitness routine was… let’s just say, a bit like a rolling Spartan obstacle—chaotic, unpredictable, and occasionally bruising. “My workouts were sporadic,” Brad laughs, “I’d chase whatever trend my buddies were into—Spartan races, 5Ks, you name it—without actually targeting what my body needed. My knees and back paid the price!” Fast-forward to today, and Brad’s a different athlete entirely: focused, strong, and firing on all cylinders.
The Habit That Changed the Game
Ask Brad what he credits for this transformation, and he’ll tell you in one word: consistency. “Finding a class that fits my schedule—and sticking with it 3–4 times a week for a year and a half—has been the MVP of my progress,” he shares. No more last-minute cancellations or scrambling for a gym buddy. Brad’s got his routine dialed in, and he’s reaping the rewards.
Coachable and Crushing It
While Brad taps into enduraLAB’s full toolbox—recovery, nutrition tips, you name it—he insists that coaching has been the secret sauce. “When you’re learning complex movements, having a coach guide you (and scale things when you’re nursing an injury) is priceless,” he says. From mastering technique to fine-tuning home recovery routines, Brad’s coach has been his personal GPS to peak performance.
A True Athlete Emerges
“I’m probably the fittest—and strongest—I’ve ever been,” Brad beams. Gone are the days when a group class felt like a game of survival; now, Brad is that guy pushing the pace, cheering on teammates, and leaving his lower back and knee aches in the dust. “Working out with others under a coach’s watchful eye has unlocked a level of intensity I never hit solo.”
Six-Month Sprint: Goals on Deck
What’s next for Brad? He’s got a wish list that reads like a highlight reel:
- Nail that elusive muscle-up
- Smash a sub‑55-minute Murph
- Hit an 875‑lb total across bench, squat, and deadlift
- Lean down to 20% body fat
With his newfound consistency and coaching support, we wouldn’t bet against him.
Favorite EnduraLAB Throwdowns
Brad grins as he recalls his favorite events: “I love/hate Hell Week—because nothing says ‘community’ like brutal workouts at dawn with fellow maniacs. And the Murph? Iconic. Plus, the CrossFit/Open days bring out everyone’s competitive side. It’s part pain, part party!”
Brad’s Pro Tip for Newbies
Starting at enduraLAB can feel daunting, but Brad’s advice is gold:
“Don’t be afraid to scale and modify movements. There’s zero shame in that. You build up from where you are—consistency beats ego every time.”
“The Brad” WOD
If we designed a benchmark workout in Brad’s honor, it’d be called “Meinen Mayhem”—no running or jumping, because, well, he’ll opt for burpees, push‑ups, pull‑ups, slam balls, and a bike Erg sprint to finish. Brutal? Absolutely. Fun? Completely.
Recovery Rituals & Guilty Pleasures
Post‑WOD, Brad slides into the sauna, breaks out the foam roller, and swears by his trusty creatine stash. When it’s time to treat himself, you’ll find him at Japan House, demolishing all-you-can-eat sushi with the same gusto he brings to his workouts.
Playlist & Parting Wisdom
Controversial? Maybe. But Brad rocks metal when the gym’s empty, turning up the volume to match his tenacity. And the final nugget of wisdom he leaves for the enduraLAB fam:
“Find something you can stick with—close to you, on your schedule, and that you genuinely enjoy. And remember, the people you train with make the journey worth it, even when those workouts suuuuuuuck.”
Whether you’re chasing your first pull‑up or your fifteenth PR, Brad’s journey proves that consistency, community, and a killer playlist can turn any fitness routine into a game-changer. Let’s hear it for Brad Meinen—our Consistency King!
