Finding a Common Bond: Chriss Smith Jr.

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Trident CrossFit founder Chriss Smith Jr.’s outgoing personality is a positive force at the affiliate in Alexandria, Virginia. He grew up in Leavenworth, Kansas, and traveled a lot since his father was in the military. He says it helped mold who he is today.

“Obviously, I’m a little bit shy so have trouble making friends—not.”

A retired U.S. Navy SEAL, Smith says words like “solidarity” come to mind when he reflects on his time in the service. When he left the Navy, Smith gravitated toward what he loves most—helping other people.

“Transitioning out of a military mindset to a civilian mindset is somewhat clunky, cumbersome,” he says.

CrossFit helped make the transition smoother.

“With CrossFit being a common bond of healthier lifestyle, great nutrition, good exercise plan—that’s a community that everybody can kind of latch onto and blossom from, or just be part of something that’s positive.”

Video by Mike Koslap and Jay Vera.

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Need more positive people in the world like him. Respect!

Krazyred
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This dude is what Crossfit is all about. If I'm ever in Alexandria, I want to drop in at his box.

kellynbaysinger
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That's my cuz!! So proud of what he's done!!

TheBeatboxChamp
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Pleasure to call him a mentor and family....FIT FAST STRONG

luctripp
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Who doesn't love ChriSS Smith AND Andrea!! 💖💖 Fantastic ambassadors for our sport and wonderful humans!

hollysduvall
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He taught me at my L1 cert in Reston, VA and he has such a presence. Solid guy and would love to get coached by him again.

brianjbauman
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Rabid enthusiasm is infectious. I wish I lived closer to VA.

JanThorCrow
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Such energy and positive mindset!! Amazing. What a dude! I am having my first ever crossfit class next week, cannot wait to feel like i'm gona die, have a laugh and keep going hahah!! Yess!!! :D High five to this man!

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I don't even know the guy and i'm already best friends with him. haha

ElChivoJ
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That's a very spacious gym...or shall I say, box.

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