PROFILE
Name: Kerianne Hanson
Age: 30
Occupation: CrossFit Lah owner and coach
Weight: 61kg
Height: 170cm
1. WHAT IS YOUR WEEKLY EXERCISE ROUTINE?
I do CrossFit four to six days a week, but also include yoga, indoor climbing, running, swimming and hiking into my routine. Trying to stay active daily is my ultimate goal.
2. WHAT IS YOUR FITNESS AIM?
To be a strong individual and live a long and healthy life.
3. ARE YOU A GYM JUNKIE OR OUTDOOR EXERCISER?
I enjoy both. When I train at CrossFit Lah, we do it indoors because it requires certain equipment but I also enjoy swimming, running, tennis and hiking.
4. HOW DO YOU GET OVER BEING TOO LAZY TO EXERCISE?
Exercise shouldn’t be a chore. It should be something you want to do. As humans we were born to move, but due to unhealthy diets and desk jobs, our lives have become extraordinarily sedentary.
5. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE WORKOUT?
I’m partial to CrossFit for many reasons, but I enjoy other types of exercise too. CrossFit with its constantly varied workouts makes exercising fun.
6. WEIGHTS OR CARDIO?
Both!
7. WHAT IS YOUR TYPICAL BREAKFAST?
A few eggs, some vegetables, a bit of fruit and some protein. I also have water and a coffee or two on most days.
8. WHAT IS THE ONE JUNK FOOD YOU CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT?
I try to eat only whole foods and foods that make me feel good. The one thing I wouldn’t want to live without would be cheese.
9. HOW LONG DO YOU SLEEP AT NIGHT?
I try to get between seven and nine hours of sleep each night. In addition, I make it a habit to read or meditate before bed to relax and ensure more quality sleep.
10. WHAT’S THE FIRST THING YOU DO AFTER YOU WAKE UP?
Make the bed, brush my teeth and start the day with a glass of lemon water.
11. HOW MANY HOURS DO YOU WORK OUT IN THE MORNING?
Depends on the day. I don’t have a specific daily routine. I see how my body feels and what I’m up for.
12. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PRE-EXERCISE/PRE-RACE FUEL?
Water and whole, healthy foods. I try to eat a healthy, well-considered meal about two hours before exercising and another healthy, well-considered meal within two hours after exercising.
13. HOW DO YOU RECOVER FROM A HARD WORKOUT?
By sleeping seven to nine hours, eating properly and listening to my body.
14. HOW DO YOU PREVENT INJURY?
There is no magic rule to prevent injury nor is exercise the only way you’re going to get injured.
15. WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE TO GET PEOPLE TO EXERCISE?
Try different activities until you find one that you enjoy and start from there.
16. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE SOURCE OF PROTEIN?
My typical diet includes fish, beef, eggs and beans or legumes but I’m not a fan of chicken.
17. ARE YOU PRO OR ANTI
CARBOHYDRATE?
Pro. Carbohydrates are primarily a source of immediate energy for all of our body’s cells. Most of us will look, feel and perform our best when we balance a reasonable amount of lean protein with quality carbs and healthy fats.
18. WHAT HAS EXERCISE TAUGHT YOU?
Hard work, teamwork, community and how to move well.
19. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE TIME TO EXERCISE?
I’m typically an afternoon exerciser but I’ll do a morning workout if it fits my schedule better. A morning workout may be the best way to burn fat, but your energy levels typically peak in the afternoons.
20. DO YOU LISTEN TO MUSIC WHILE EXERCISING?
Yes, but I don’t depend on music to keep me motivated. It’s just nice to have some background noise.