Alecio Mejia – Co-Owner/Head Coach
- CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
- CrossFit Endurance Trainer
- CrossFit Mobility Trainer
- CrossFit Olympic Weightlifting Trainer
- CrossFit Kids Trainer
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Outlaw Science & Precision Series
- Carl Paoli Free+style Connection
I believe my sports and educational background are what help me be a more efficient coach. I’ve been training and teaching athletes for over fifteen years. Born in Anchorage, AK, I grew up playing soccer, hockey, and football. After a brief stint in Nicaragua where I played at the top level of soccer, which included training with Nicaragua’s national team, I attended North Park University in Chicago, IL, and played on the University Men’s soccer team all 4 years. I obtained my Bachelor’s Degree in physical education for K-12 and shortly after 2003 began competing seriously in triathlons. I have had success at all distances from the Sprint, up to the IronMan and raced using principles found within CrossFit Endurance.
My role is to act as a coach, an entertainer, and a teacher. I will instruct you regarding good positions and proper movement patterns ie. how to stand/sit/walk/jump/ and run). I will incorporate Mechanics, Consistency, and Intensity, in that order, which are the keys to effective CrossFit programming. These principles will always be reinforced at CrossFit Helo. Further, I will do so while keeping you safe in a fun environment. Safety will always be the number one priority at CrossFit Helo. I think you will find that my dedication, good humor, and passion are contagious. I believe that you should be lifting your children or that heavy box of books in the same manner that you would a heavy barbell at the gym. If what I’m teaching does not carry over or integrate into other areas of your life outside of the box, then I’m not doing my job properly. I understand that joining as a member at CrossFit Helo is a huge step and commitment but I promise, if you do – I will not let you down.
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Lora Gubler – Coach
- CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
I grew up as a competitive tennis player in California. In high school I won four team region championships, two individual region championships, and was voted all-county player of the year in 2012. Tennis was never quite aggressive enough for me, so my freshman year at BYU, I walked on to the women’s rugby team. My senior year as co-captain, I helped lead the team to a D-1 national championship. My favorite part of sports practice was always conditioning and weight lifting. I loved to push my limits and see how much my body could do. When I found CrossFit at the beginning of 2020, I immediately fell in love with the programming style and how I could push my body to its potential every day. I love coaching CrossFit and helping others perform at their potential and push their limits.
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Julia Kyte – Co-Owner/Coach
- CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
- CrossFit Endurance Trainer
- CrossFit Mobility Trainer
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Precision Nutrition Level 1
- Carl Paoli Free+style Connection
Born in Hazelton, BC, I was on developmental programs for Canada’s national basketball team for most of high school before attending North Park University in Chicago, IL. I played on the University Women’s basketball team all 4 years, during which I received an All-American Academic Nomination and was an All-Conference basketball player. In 2008 I found CrossFit ;at a box in Seattle, WA. After moving to Utah in 2009, I continued to CrossFit and also competed in triathlons (which included completing the 2012 Boise Half-Ironman), using CrossFit; Endurance principles. After becoming a Level I Trainer in 2011, I have renewed my Level I in 2016 and again in 2020, where I have enjoyed coaching more regularly since then. Separately, I am a licensed attorney in both Washington and Utah and currently practice at a litigation firm in Salt Lake City. Finally, Alecio and I now have our two sons, Tristan and River who we both love dearly.
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Video Credit: Mark Gingell
Carrie Richardson- Coach
- CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
I grew up in a big family and we were always very active. Between my family and sports teams, I always liked to stay moving and in shape. In college, I began running and completed many different races, including half marathons and multiple Spartans. In 2013, I found CrossFit and loved the atmosphere and challenge. After having my last baby I became really dedicated to improving my functional movement and strength, and began to really appreciate all that our bodies are capable of. Over the last 9 years I’ve had the opportunity to try many different boxes, both locally and across the country, and at the end of 2020 when I came to Helo, I realized I had found my home box. The coaching and programming are amazing. I have loved learning, being pushed and encouraged by some of the best. I’ve always been one to encourage and help others during workouts, and realized how much I love to help them with their fitness goals and progression. With some encouragement from family and Helo, I was inspired to become a Level 1 Trainer and start coaching. I plan on continuing with my training to keep improving as an athlete and coach. I love coaching and am excited to be able to help and influence others as they work to achieve their goals.
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