BattleWolf Crossfit Athlete Spotlight
Name: Chandler Bland
Nicknames: Chandelier or ChanChan mostly....I've had a lot of nicknames!
Hometown: Bakersfield, CA but I grew up in Kingwood, Tx
Occupation/Major: I work retail at Target currently, but I studied Animal Science with a minor in Genetics at Texas A&M University
When did you start Crossfit?
~ I started crossfitting in August of 2017.
How did you hear about BWCF and why did you decide to start?
~ My sister found the box not long after we moved here in July. She tried to get me to go and I finally gave in a few months later. I'm pretty sure I was hungover my first day. I started Crossfit to lose weight and lift more.
What are some of your goals in and out of Crossfit?
~Some of my goals outside of Crossfit is to try to go to graduate school or get a job that I enjoy in my field of study. I strive to be happy with myself and my life! In Crossfit, I try to just be better overall. I want to lift heavier weights and eventually get to where running isn't terrible. I would like to become competitive, but I know I have a ways to go. (Side note: Chandler just competed her first competition only weeks after writing this for us! Go Chandler!!!)
Describe your diet?
~My diet isn't that great! I meal prep on and off and try to eat healthy. Currently, I'm trying to increase my calories and protein intake, because I'm very much a snacker and don't eat very big meals or a lot of meat. I don't eat very much, but I'm a sucker for anything sweet.
Who/What motivates or inspires you?
~Everyone at the box motivates me to do better. I'm also motivated by following the professionals I see on Instagram.
What would you tell people who are looking to start Crossfit?
~ I would tell them to give it time and don't be afraid. I was sore and intimidated after my first week, but through patience you learn proper form with the movements and get stronger and fitter.
Hobbies outside of Crossfit?
~ I really enjoy hiking and photography!
Favorite motivational quote? Why is this your favorite?
~ "Obsessed is a word the lazy use to describe the dedicated." (I just googled this....I'm not much of a quote person)
Favorite Cheat Meal?
~ I indulge a lot, so I don't really have a cheat meal. I do love a really good cake though!
Three must have workout songs?
~I don't have any specific songs, just anything rap or alternative. You can't really go wrong with FOB or P!ATD
Assault Bike or Burpees?
~Assault Bike
What is something people don't know about you?
~I love to travel and most of my money goes towards trips. I've been to 8 countries and 30ish states.
