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March 12, 2021

Member Spotlight: Drew Priode

Member Spotlight: Drew Priode

Pretty new to us, and pretty newer to Austin, Drew Priode’s one of those that truly enjoys laying it out on the mats. It’s been a real treat to coach him thus far, and we can’t wait to see what’s in store for him as he continues to show up and bro up. Learn more about one of our Renewbs, Drew!Q: Why did you get into CrossFit and what is your favorite part about it? A: Every time somebody talks about CrossFit they've got a smile on their face, so I had to find out why. My favorite part is the sense of community. It's motivating to be in a class surrounded by others trying to better themselves as well.Q: What is something you've learned about yourself by doing CrossFit? A: A feeling that I've lost, but that I am relearning is how good it feels to workout. It may not always be fun in the moment, but there's no better feeling than when class is done, you're covered in sweat and filled with endorphins. It's addicting.Q: Beach, Mountains, or Lake - pick one and tell us why.A: Beach 100%. I get to be warm, and there's always a cocktail nearby. Nothing better.Q: You've got a lot of tattoos! Which is your favorite and what's the meaning behind it? A: "Earl" -- he's a skeleton with a top hat, and a cane on my leg. It's spooky, and reminds me not to take everything so seriously.Q: What is one thing you'd like to accomplish this year? Fitness related or not! A: Buy a house! I'll be so excited to stop paying rent, and play my music as loud as I want.Drew, you’ve jumped right into our community and we are glad to have you! If you see him around the gym, say hello and get to know him! Being new to a city is hard, but it’s a lot better with a gym fam.

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Sweet & Spicy Korean Turkey Spring Roll Bowls

serving of meat makes 8 servings: Calories — 565⁣ Protein — 40g⁣ Fat — 21g⁣ Carbs — 33g⁣ ⁣ 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐲⁣ 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥: ⁣ ⁣ 3 lbs lean ground turkey⁣ 9 tsp garlic, minced about 9 cloves⁣ 34 cup brown sugar, packed⁣ 34 cup low-sodium soy saucetamaricoconut aminos⁣ 6 tsp sesame oil⁣ 1 tsp ground ginger or 2-3 tsp minced⁣ 1 tsp crushed red pepper⁣ 1 tsp black pepper⁣ Sliced green onions for garnish⁣ 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞⁣ 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥:⁣ ⁣ 10oz bag of shredded cabbage⁣ 10oz bag of julienned carrots⁣ 10oz bag of broccoli slaw⁣ 12oz bag of sea kelp noodles ⁣ 5oz greens of your choice, roughly chopped⁣ 5-10 mini cucumbers, sliced⁣ 1 bunch each of cilantro, mint, and Thai basil, roughly chopped⁣ 13-12 cup peanuts, chopped⁣ Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish⁣ ⁣𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠⁣ 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥:⁣ ⁣ 12 cup olive oil⁣ 6 tbsp rice vinegar⁣ 4 tsp honey ⁣ 2 tsp minced garlic⁣ Salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper to taste⁣ ⁣ To prepare: ⁣ — Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.