When/how did you realize CrossFit/Mi5 was the right fit for you?
I loved training with both Chris and Andrew so I never questioned whether Crossfit/Mi5 would be a good fit for me. I would have followed them to any gym whether it had the Crossfit name or not. I stay because Mi5 has the best trainers who show up every day to help others do better and be better.  Their gym community not only supports, encourages, and motivates you through a challenging WOD, but also life outside of the gym as well.    

What is your favorite WOD/movement? 
  Anything where I am constantly moving - so pretty much a boot camp WOD


What is your least favorite WOD/movement?
The Mi5 5k day 

What would your perfect WOD look like?
I love a WOD that is at least 20 minutes, has at least 3 different movements and that is cardio based.

What is one thing you have been able to accomplish since starting at Mi5 that you never thought you’d be able to do?
Considering one of my high school coaches came into the weight room and said, “Ms. Lockrem, laying on the equipment does not count as lifting the equipment”.  I think that every time I finish a WOD I have accomplished something that I never thought I would be able to do or I should say want to do. 


What is something about you that Mi5 members do not yet know?
I painted the inside of that gym (the blue wall ball lines are mine), took down walls, scraped glue off the floor in 100 degree heat with no air, and when I was done Chris G. told me I was a horrible painter. 


What motivates you to stay fit?
It's not so much about staying fit for me as it is about staying mentally healthy

What advice would you give to someone just getting started at Mi5?
I don’t think you have to give any advice to someone just starting because Mi5 speaks for itself. Once you walk through those doors, do your first workout, and meet the community you will be hooked….. it doesn’t matter how sore you feel …..you’ll be back. ​

Preferred Name: Felicia Boyd

Age: 56

​Where did you grow up? 
Lots of places!  I am a navy brat and grew up across the country and eventually landed in Minnesota. 

When did you become a member of Mi5 Fitness? 
Two years ago?

What do you do when you are not at Mi5? 
I am a partner at Barnes & Thornburg, LLP in the Minneapolis office.  My practice is focused on intellectual property law: the protection of ideas and brands, both inside and outside the courtroom. 

In my “spare time,” I am blessed with six children, an awesome husband and a really awesome washer and dryer set. I also love the outdoors and everything you can do in it!  And of course....there’s Crossfit. 

How did you find out about Mi5? 
The amazing sign outside drew me in!

When/How did you realize CrossFit/Mi5 was the right fit for you? 
Right away!  The people are truly kind and welcoming.  

What is your favorite WOD/movement? 
 Deadlifts.  

What is your least favorite WOD/movement? 
​Thrusters. 

What would your perfect WOD look like? 
​Running and running and running.  With deadlifts. 

What is one thing you have been able to accomplish since starting at Mi5 that you never thought you'd be able to do? 
Push-ups!

What motivates you to stay fit? 
It just feels great to be fit!  

What is something about you that Mi5 members do not yet know? 
I bake an exceptional pecan pie.  

What advice would you give to someone just getting started at Mi5? 
Jump in and don’t be afraid to try new things. It’s ok to be the last one to finish!  Everyone is there to encourage you to be the best you, and that’s what matters.