Time to highlight one of our spectacular athletes! What makes up an Athlete of the Month? Not crushing the hardest every workout or lifting the most weight. This athlete exhibits consistency and a hard work mentality. Every time they come to the gym they have a good attitude and give their all. This person is also welcoming of others, helping make H Dub the best community there is. Each month we choose a different athlete and post some fun facts about them to help y’all get to know them better
Congrats goes to Jay Klein! Jay is a happy go lucky dude who is always down to fitness. I mean how can you not love a guy who shows up to workout in a hot dog costume. Learn more about this Denver Broncos fan in his questionnaire below:
Name: Jay Klein
Hometown: Denver, Colorado
Age: 29
Occupation: Government Relations
Tell us a little bit about yourself: My name is Jay, I’ve lived in Nashville since 2013, and started CrossFitting in 2015. I love to travel, I am an avid Colorado sports fan, and a big Liverpool supporter. In my free time, I like to spend time with awesome wife, golf, and drink and eat the best coffee, beer, and food I can find (hence why I have to workout)!
What were your goals when you started training? When I started training, I wanted to get back to working out more like I did when playing high school football, where I first learned to lift and enjoy working out. Beyond that, I’ve always enjoyed moving and challenging myself physically. I’ve seen the physical and mental benefits of movement and sport, and I wanted to ensure I made that a part of my adult life.
How long have you been at H Dub and how did you get into it? I’ve been at H Dub since September 2024. We started going to H Dub after my gym home since 2015 closed (RIP CrossFit Nashville Trousdale). Since then, Faith and I have loved H Dub, and everyone has been so welcoming!
What is your favorite/least favorite thing we do in training? My favorite is heavy barbell, low rep, or gymnastics. My least favorite is lunging!
How has H Dub positively affected you? H Dub has provided a welcoming and challenging environment for me to work on my fitness journey alongside a great crew with strong coaching and intentional programming.
What advice do you have for newcomers? Don’t be afraid to ask for help learning new movements, picking scales and weights, and how to approach a workout. Everyone wants you to get the most out of your workout and to do it safely, and H Dub coaches will always be ready to help!
What is something no one at the gym knows about you? One additional hobby of mine is playing Magic: The Gathering (yes, a trading card game lol)
Who are 3 people you would have a meal or drink with dead or alive? Gustav Klimt, Peyton Manning, and Jurgen Klopp
If you had an intro song when you walk into the gym what would it be: Thunderstruck by AC/DC
Favorite Sport? To watch, Football. To play, sand volleyball.
If you could have one super power what would it be? Being able to fly would certainly help the morning commute.
What is your favorite thing to eat? Faith’s Famous Chili with Fritos and Cheese