Mike Hackenberg
Occupation
Mechanical Designer
When did you start CF?
It was hot – August 14, 2017
What are your favorite numbers and why?
1, 2, 6
What CF movements do you like?
Hang Power Clean, Back Squats, Sit-ups, Push-ups
What CF movements do you dislike?
Rowing, Burpees
What sports or fitness things did you do before CF?
Long Distance Road Cycling, Skateboarding, Basketball, Soccer , Swimming
How did you find CF? What was your first workout?
I can see the box from my desk, and i saw Chris and others running by the window.
What’s your favorite thing about CF? (either CF in general or about Kanna or both)
Proximity to work, Accountability, Holistic approach to exercise
What are your hobbies?
Banjo, Guitar, Woodworking
What’s something most people don’t know about you?
I have a collection of plastic animals that numbers in the 1000’s
What PRs or accomplishments are you most proud of? (e.g. PR on a deadlift, getting a muscle-up, participation in the Open, etc)
Finding a workout routine and sticking with it.
What’s on your CF bucket list?
Seeing my abs without flexing them and sucking in my gut.
What’s on your general bucket list?
Having a career that doesn’t feel like work.
What advice do you have for new (or experienced!) CrossFitters?
Crossfitness is a long game. Go slow at first. No one cares if you take twice as long as everyone else. Just show up.
Anything else you’d like to mention?
I’d like to thank the Academy for my nomination.
***Stay tuned for Mike H.’s custom workout date***