about
THE Two Six Fitness STORY
Kim Yawitz, RD, CrossFit Level 2 Trainer - OWNER
Kim was recognized her senior year of high school for having the least natural athletic ability of any student her gym teacher had ever coached (but she tried really hard, hence the award). She always tells people, if she can do CrossFit, anyone can do CrossFit.
She reluctantly joined CrossFit 26 (now Two Six Fitness) after the birth of her third child in 2014, loved it so much she began coaching in early 2018, and assumed ownership of the gym in 2019.
In addition to owning Two Six Fitness and coaching group classes, Kim is also a registered dietitian nutritionist and the author of the Renaissance Periodization book Nutrition for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding. She’s been featured as a nutrition subject matter expert for the Food Network, Reader’s Digest, Elite Daily, Simplemost, Eat This Not That, Everyday Health, SHAPE, the Vitamin Shoppe, and other publications.
She loves to cook and read in her spare time.
OUR coaches
Carly King
HEAD TRAINER
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer, The Gymnastics Course
Carly is a CrossFit Level 2 trainer with a passion for helping athletes get out of their comfort zones and achieve more than they thought possible. A former competitor, Carly has done CrossFit for 12+ years. In addition to being a CrossFit Level 2 trainer with specialty training in gymnastics, Carly is a mom and a baking enthusiast.
Gary Kreitler
COACH
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
Gary's CrossFit journey started nine years ago right here at CrossFit 26 and he's never looked back. His sole reason for getting into CrossFit was that the methodology was transferable to his career as a paramedic/firefighter. His CrossFit philosophy is to have fun with friends and get a little fitter every day.
Elizabeth Reid
COACH
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Ten years into a corporate career without paying attention to her health, Elizabeth decided it was time for a change. She cleaned up my diet, started exercising and bounced around a couple of local gyms. After seeing the 2013 CrossFit games on television, she decided she HAD to try that. She thought she'd join 26 for 2 months and then move on (seriously). Eight years later, she's still hooked!
Elizabeth loves sharing her knowledge and enthusiasm with all of our members. She believes that joining 26 has improved so many areas of my life. Her health has improved, she’s gained an awesome group of great friends, and her confidence and belief in herrself that grows from learning new skills has spread into all aspects of her life. She’d love the opportunity to cheer you on and help you find your inner, and outer, strength.
Sarah Plumb
COACH
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer, The Brand X Method
Sarah is a former swimmer and triathlete who started CrossFit because she loves a good challenge. With her encouraging demeanor, her positive energy, and her preference for 90s hip hop, Sarah's Saturday morning classes are the perfect way to unwind after a long week.
Safi Jabbar
COACH
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
A software engineer by day and a coach by night, Safi is a true WOD tactician. He loves breaking down complex movements into component parts, and helping athletes move more efficiently. In addition to being a great coach, he's also a devoted uncle who loves a heavy barbell.
Chelsea Stone
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Chelsea is a former roller derby athlete from Arch Rival Roller Derby. With a career that spanned 11 years in competitive roller derby, she found a love for strength training and sports performance. After retiring from roller derby, she was searching for a new community to be a part of and found the CrossFit 26 family. She believes that CrossFit is for everyone and anything can be scaled. Always listen to your body!
Shelby Arsenault
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
With a unique blend of fitness expertise and mental health experience, Shelby creates a welcoming, empathetic coaching environment that helps clients build both physical strength and mental resilience. Using humor to keep things light, Shelby believes that enjoying the process is key to fostering a healthy, sustainable relationship with exercise and one's body. This philosophy shapes the way classes are taught-emphasizing fun, positivity, and a sense of accomplishment along the way.
Victoria Carter
COACH
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Victoria, A full-time college student and dance teacher, discovered CrossFit while searching for a new way to stay active post-pandemic. She immediately fell in love with the triumphs and challenges of the sport itself, but fell harder for the amazing community that embodies Two Six Fitness. After a few competitions and completion of her CF-L1, CrossFit had become a full-blown addiction. She's always ready to cheer on her community during a tough WOD, offer up some coaching tips, and pretty much down for any workout, as long as it doesn't include running…or the echo bike. If not at the gym, Victoria is usually at the dance studio or enjoying a good book.
Terrell Carter
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Terrell was introduced to CrossFit by his twin brother who is also an L1 Trainer. His goal as a coach is to learn as much as he can about each athlete he works with so he can understand them and help them achieve their fitness goals. His favorite thing about CrossFit is that he gets to work out with his daughter, Coach Victoria.
Megan McQuitty
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Megan discovered CrossFit by attending a bring a friend day at another gym, but stayed at 26 because of the people and the community! A Board Certified Behavior Analyst who works with kids with autism by day, Megan maintains an active lifestyle to keep up with the kids at work and her two huskies. She's so happy to be a part of an amazing team dedicated to helping people achieve their fitness goals!
Lindsay Peterman
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Lindsay has been doing CrossFit for three years, inspired by a conversation with her best friend, also a gym member, she went to her wanting to change her lifestyle to better her health mentally and physically. When Alisha suggested Lindsay join her CrossFit gym, Lindsay thought Alisha was absolutely insane. Three years later, we can't get rid of Lindsay. 😉 CrossFit also inspired Lindsay to participate in a powerlifting meet and really take interest in strength training. Lindsay loves themed workouts and costume competitions, and enjoys pranking her fellow coaches by hiding "surprises" around the gym. Outside the gym, Lindsay is a dental hygienist and a proud dog mom to her pups, Dude and Gage.