As a sober athlete in long-term recovery, Anthony's goals in life coincide with his goals in fitness. Anthony's goal in life is to help others. He does that in all areas of his life. As a CrossFit coach, Anthony not only gets to lead by example, but he gets to help others achieve their fitness goals which he believes is "the most rewarding thing I have done in my life."

Rob offers a unique quality of never having had a drink or a drug his whole life. Rob has always had his mind set on success. He wants to offer his mindset to as many people who are struggling with substance abuse to encourage them to conquer their own goals. "The first step in success is realizing what you want."

Greg is originally from Long Island, NY. He came down to South Florida for alcohol and drug addiction treatment in 2016 and now lives in Delray Beach Florida. He was introduced to Temperance training by a friend who was also in the program. He was hooked from his very first class on a Sober Sunday.

After going through his steps in AA and being a part of the Temperance community for a year, he was offered an opportunity. The Temperance Training Foundation offered to sponsor his CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certification, in exchange for him coaching some of their classes. He went down to Miami along with several others , and on August 4th 2019 he passed his test! He became more involved by coaching the Weekday Warriors classes at 1pm along side  Tim, Anthony, Casey, Kyle and Rich. Greg was also on the Temperance Training team that competed at Wodapalooza (one of the largest CrossFit competitions in the world) in Miami at the end of February 2020. 

“Working out and being a part of sports teams  has been part of my life since I was a kid, being a athlete is part of who I am. When I found The Temperance Training program that combines the fellowship of AA and functional fitness movements, I knew I would be right at home. These people are friends that have become my family here in south Florida. I am forever grateful that God put them in my life and provided me the courage to put one food in front of the other and continue down this path together with them.” 

Greg Facts: Greg can competitively sail a sailboat, and he is, in fact, a pirate at heart 🏴‍☠️. His favorite fitness movements are hand stand push ups and the shoulder press.

Richard grew up in Boca Raton, Florida and currently resides in Delray Beach with his 7-year-old son, Cameron. Richard entered the doors of Temperance Training at CrossFit Hype in February of 2018, and he received his CrossFit Level 1 certification in March of 2019. In addition to coaching classes, he is currently studying Information Management at Palm Beach State College and is the General Manager for a local recovery residence. Richard has been clean and sober since May 29, 2014 and believes frequent exercise can be a great tool in combating addiction.

“As far as my fitness goes, I was overweight, not fitting into clothes, and my sister’s wedding was approaching. I joined a membership gym, starting dieting, and reached my weight loss goal. After returning home, my motivation to exercise decreased and I started to view going to the gym as a chore. Luckily, a friend introduced me to Temperance Training, and I loved what they were doing. I committed to coming the following week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. It was a wrap after that, I came every chance I could, got involved with what Temperance was doing inside and outside of the gym and eventually got to be close with everyone. I know I’ve found lifelong friendships with the people I’ve meet here over the past couple of years and I’m so grateful for Tim, Anthony, and Rob for what they started.”

Rich Facts: His favorite fitness movement is the deadlift, he loves horror movies, playing video games, collecting sports cards and hanging with his son.

Favorite Quote: “Nothing, absolutely nothing, happens in God’s world by mistake” -Alcoholics Anonymous page 417.

Hi everyone! If I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting you yet, my name is Casey and I hope to meet you in person sooner rather than later!

I loved playing sports growing up and being involved with anything physical or sports related. I learned about lifting in high school when I played softball. I also loved playing football with friends and soccer introduced me to being part of a team. I enjoy biking, hiking, skiing and running and things all involve being active! Before Temperance Training I had NEVER set foot in any type of CrossFit gym and EVERYTHING was new and intimidating, but two years later, I am in love and stuck like glue.

 I moved to Florida from the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania in 2015 for rehab and currently have been sober since January, 2018. I couldn't have done it, and wouldn't be here with out my Temperance Training family. They truly are my family. Temperance Training was the vehicle that led to self confidence, ability to help others in diverse ways, confidence in communicating with my peers and being of service every day of my life in sobriety. It gave me something TO LOOK FORWARD TO and CONTINUE TO WANT TO BETTER MYSELF. It has helped me set goals and bond closer to people more than I ever have before. 

Casey Fact: I love dogs, who doesn't... so you will often see me hanging out with any gym dog. Feel free to reach out if you need help.

Chris was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His passion growing up was playing sports, but this passion was quickly replaced with drugs and alcohol while studying at the University of Pittsburgh. Chris struggled with substance abuse for the better part of a decade before entering treatment in 2018. After treatment, Chris lived in the Temperance sober living house for his first year of sobriety. There, he was shown the importance of showing up for his community, which is why he has always stayed close to Temperance. Temperance Training has been a vital part of Chris’s sobriety from day one. With the help from men and women from this community, he has learned how to be a son, an employee, and a student. Chris has worked in the treatment industry for over a year and is enrolled in the business school at Florida Atlantic University. 

Favorite movements in CrossFit: deadlift and weighted pull ups 

Favorite quotes: “Sometimes it takes a long time to learn how to play like yourself.” -Myles Davis

“Chop wood, carry water.” -Unknown

Hi fam! I was given a new chance at life at 22 years old on January 24th, 2014. I disrespected my mind, body and spirit for so long, it is truly a miracle I made it out of that destructive lifestyle alive. I moved from Pittsburgh to Daytona Beach shortly after getting sober. I was introduced to CrossFit through a friend in recovery who was holding a meeting and a workout at a local gym in 2017. I fell in love with the community, the pain, and the growth involved in the gym. It was the catalyst I needed to begin treating my body with total respect. I quit smoking, started eating properly, and slowly began on a journey of self-love. My husband and I were introduced to Temperance through my friend Lindsay and we competed in the 2019 Outwork Addiction competition. When Brandon asked me to be a part of starting Temperance in Daytona I immediately said yes. Fitness is a huge tool in my metaphorical tool belt that I use to help me stay sober. My purpose in life now is to give back to others what was so freely given to me and Temperance gives me the opportunity to do that. I am so grateful for the founders and members that make this organization possible!

Favorite quote: Acceptance is the answer to all of my problems.

Fun fact: I have a degree in neuroscience and chemistry, I LOVE fantasy novels and I have two rescue pups that are my WORLD!

Marci joined a CrossFit gym in mid 2013 and has immersed herself in the community ever since. She obtained a Level 1 CrossFit Training certificate in 2016, and coached full time for about 3 years. She wasn’t introduced to the sober lifestyle and community until she met Anthony Fazio in 2014. She saw his willingness to assess himself, to grow, learn and work to improve himself physically, emotionally and spiritually, and she was intrigued. She recognized that he had learned these qualities through sobriety, and her respect and passion grew for both the recovery community and for Anthony. Anthony & Marci married in 2018. Throughout their relationship, she watched Anthony, Tim & Rob establish and grow Temperance Training. Unsure of how to help, she remained supportive, but relatively passive in the community. Tim’s wife, Gia came as a huge blessing to the Temperance Training Foundation, and had been running the show from behind the scenes. In 2019, when Tim and Gia officially decided to move to Colorado to raise their new baby, Gia asked Marci if she would step into her role after she was gone. Marci humbly accepted the challenge. Charged with a sense of empowerment and passion, she is proud to be a part of something so life changing, and honored to be a part of Team Temperance.

Marci Facts: Dance was Marci’s life for 16 years. She took classes in everything from tap & pointe to contemporary and Cuban/African fusion. Her favorite lift is the snatch, she is oddly terrified of bugs, and will avoid math at all cost.

After years of struggling with substance abuse and trying to get clean, Tim has been able to find his purpose in life. "Being an athlete of many sports his whole life, Tim found CrossFit which allowed him to continue his passion of competing. Being in recovery means helping out the newcomer by any means possible, so coaching for Tim was a perfect vocation. "Helping someone strive towards their fitness goals and seeing their eyes shine for the first time when they get a muscle up, or hit a personal record on a lift is unlike any high."  Tim now lives in Colorado with his wife & daughter. The foundation they helped lay will forever be a part of Temperance Training.