Client Success Story Questionnaire
Name: Angélique Poret
Age: 48
Occupation: Lawyer
What is your athletic background?
Aside from sports in college, none.
What was your workout routine prior to CF Spero?
I had been going to gyms since 2018, but only did CF for less than a year before Spero.
What was your first experience with CrossFit?
My CF journey started as a joke when one of my friends convinced me to go to her gym by showing me in the middle of our cafeteria at work what a burpee was. I thought that I could do that so I went to her gym. Little did I know that you don’t do just one burpee… So basically I fell in love with the burpees (said no one ever).
When did you start CF? I started “real” CF at Bulldog in 2023.
Why did you choose CF Spero?
I have tried all the gyms within a 20-minute drive from my house. I was looking for a gym where there would be barbell workouts but also cardio, accessories, etc. I needed classes - I cannot do this on my own - so the coaches and the community were also very important to me. With Spero, I found all of that.
What keeps you coming back?
My fat a.. (in other words, my love for food) and Kate
Why do you live in the Oak Park area?
We moved out of the city a few years ago to have more space. We landed in Berwyn and we love our neighborhood.
What do you do for a living?
I am a lawyer.
How do you like to spend your free time?
Spend time with my family.
What are one or two improvements you have seen in your life since starting CrossFit?
My cardio is better and I gained strength.
What are your goals for 2026?
Kipping pull ups and attempting a handstand.
What's your favorite and least favorite movement?
Favorite - Double Unders- Least Favorite - Overhead Squats
What's your favorite meal?
NY Style Pizza
What would you say to someone thinking about starting CrossFit?
Go for it! If you’re thinking about it, you’re already 1/2 way there. Just do it, no pressure and enjoy the people around you!
Anything else you would like to share with the Spero family?
I like my Spero Family!
What are three hobbies or things you love to do outside of the gym?
Jeez, I would love to have 3 hobbies!! The gym is my hobby. Otherwise, I love to spend time with my husband, my daughters and our 4 doggies. Going for walks, hikes, etc.
Where is one place you would love to visit but haven't been able to yet?
Japan
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