Heather’s coaching sweet spot is sharing what she’s learned in the world of Olympic Weightlifting over the last several years. While you’d usually catch her on an Oly platform, moving kilo plates on behalf of CF9 Barbell Club, she’s recently gone back to CrossFit full time. Beware: challenge this former gymnast and cheerleader to a handstand contest, and you’ve got your work cut out for you. Pound for pound, she’s one of the strongest athletes in the gym.

Body mechanics are on Heather’s mind nearly 24/7. Her work is in developing prosthetics, and she drives all over the Tampa Bay area visiting patients and making them more mobile.

Fast Facts

CERTIFICATIONS

USAW L1, CFL1

Professional: Certified Prosthetist Orthotist, former Athletic Trainer

Hometown

Ft. Lauderdale, FL

instagram

@heatherscoffee

Pets

“I’m obsessed with my 50lb lap dog, Bodhi.”

Play local St. Pete Tour guide: Where we headed?

“There’s so much! Coffee, beer, food, parks, beaches… I could go on and on!”

Best advice for newbies?

“Set small goals. They add up to the big ones. Plus you get that excitement of meeting a goal often.”

What topics do you geek out on?

Anatomy/rehab & science-y stuff, Harry Potter, art, photography

HEATHER COFFEY CROSSFIT9 COACH ST PETE FL