Cristina Anderson’s journey from complete lack of self-belief to a Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach and Seminar Staff member is nothing short of extraordinary. In this powerful episode, Cristina opens up to Denise about what it took to shift from self-doubt to service, and how she’s using her voice and experience to reshape what fitness looks and feels like.

She shares the hard moments — from imposter syndrome to the childhood shame that fueled her transformation — and the triumphs, including finding her place on the red shirt team and rewriting the story for her daughters. 

Topics Included

  • Overcoming imposter syndrome 
  • Redefining fitness and who gets to be an athlete
  • Breaking family cycles of shame and body image
  • The role of courage, mentorship, and motherhood in leadership

Resources Mentioned

  • CrossFit Level 1, 2, 3, and 4 Courses
  • World-Class Fitness in 100 Words
  • Presidential Fitness Test (referenced from childhood)

Community Highlight

Vilma Gray isn’t just a coach — she’s a force for real change in Ocala, Florida.

A Level 3 trainer, GRID League athlete, and owner of CrossFit E-Fit since 2017, Vilma leads with heart and purpose. She builds true community, teaches members to own their health, and lives the CrossFit methodology every day.

From cancer and stroke survivors to competitive athletes, Vilma’s work is changing lives — one class, one conversation, one person at a time.

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