The Legends Behind Your Journey

Our crew isn't just here to count reps - we've walked the path, felt the burn, and pushed through those same walls you're facing. Each coach brings their own battle scars and victories to help you conquer yours.

Marcus Thornfield

Marcus Thornfield

Head Coach & Program Director

Certifications & Specialties

  • CF-L3 CrossFit Trainer
  • Olympic Weightlifting Coach
  • Sports Nutrition Specialist
  • CSCS Strength & Conditioning

Been coaching since 2014 after competing at regionals for three years straight. I've seen what works and what's just noise - let's cut through the BS and get you stronger.

Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen

Mobility & Recovery Specialist

Certifications & Specialties

  • CF-L2 CrossFit Trainer
  • Functional Range Conditioning
  • Certified Yoga Instructor (RYT-200)
  • Prehab & Rehab Specialist

Came back from a nasty shoulder injury that sidelined me for 8 months. Now I'm obsessed with keeping you moving without breaking down - 'cause trust me, prevention beats recovery every time.

Devon Blake

Devon Blake

Youth Development Coach

Certifications & Specialties

  • CF-L1 CrossFit Trainer
  • Youth Athletic Development
  • ISSA Personal Training
  • Gymnastics Fundamentals

Former college wrestler who found CrossFit after hanging up the singlet. I'm all about building confidence alongside conditioning - watching kids discover they're way tougher than they thought is the best part of my day.

Rina Volkov

Rina Volkov

Olympic Lifting Specialist

Certifications & Specialties

  • USAW Level 2 Coach
  • CF-L2 CrossFit Trainer
  • Biomechanics Specialist
  • Former National Competitor

Competed nationally in weightlifting for 6 years before transitioning to coaching. The snatch and clean & jerk aren't just lifts - they're art forms. I'll break 'em down so you can build 'em up right.

Jordan Park

Jordan Park

Nutrition & Performance Coach

Certifications & Specialties

  • Precision Nutrition Level 2
  • CF-L1 CrossFit Trainer
  • Sports Dietetics Certificate
  • Metabolic Flexibility Coach

Lost 60 pounds finding the right nutrition approach after years of yo-yo dieting. I don't do meal plans that feel like punishment - we'll find what actually works for YOUR life, not some textbook version.

Mika Rodriguez

Mika Rodriguez

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Certifications & Specialties

  • CF-L2 CrossFit Trainer
  • StrongFirst Kettlebell
  • NASM Personal Training
  • Powerlifting Coach

Started as a total gym newbie four years ago, couldn't even do a pushup. Now I'm deadlifting 315 and coaching others through their own transformations. If I can do it, so can you - let's get after it.

Coaching at Rune Shroud Frontier

Our Coaching Philosophy

Look, we're not gonna blow smoke - getting stronger, faster, and fitter takes real work. But here's what sets our coaches apart: we've been exactly where you are right now.

Every trainer on this team started somewhere. Some of us were athletes who thought we knew it all (spoiler: we didn't). Others couldn't do a single pullup when they walked through these doors. What matters is that we understand the grind, the doubts, the plateaus, and what it takes to push through.

We're not here to yell at you for Instagram likes - we're here to program smart, coach technique that'll keep you healthy, and celebrate the hell out of your wins (even the small ones, 'cause those matter most).

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