Jennifer Blake

CrossFitting since 2016, and a certified coach since 2018, Jen quickly fell in love with the sport. In 2019, she expanded her knowledge into the nutrition area, becoming a certified nutrition coach through Precision Nutrition. Summer 2022 found Jen certifying in CrossFit Kids, having her able to coach all age levels!

My turning point was when I was 39, I had been out of an “unfavourable” marriage for a while, but still struggling to find myself again. It hit me that I wanted to be “fit and forty, not fat and forty”. I took up running, and changing my lifestyle, and way of eating. It wasn’t until 7 years later that I realized that my running training needed more. More weights. More strength. More social interaction. My husband and I joined CrossFit in November 2016, and I haven’t looked back! The community at Panda Performance Lab was exactly what I needed, both physically, and emotionally. The knowledge, of the coaches, and support from them and fellow members was mind blowing!

My passion for teaching is a long rooted trait, as I came to Panda Performance Lab after a 10 year career with Surrey School District as an Education Assistant. I love the moment of a member’s “ah-ha” moment when learning new techniques, or hitting a new PR! There is a sense of pride when I realize that I have helped people reach their goals, no matter how small or big they may be! Join me, and let’s celebrate all the baby steps along the way to becoming the best version of YOU!!

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