Member of the Month: Dani Portmann — Wädenswil
By WE.FIT
Meet Dani — our Member of the Month in Wädenswil!
Dani has been a dedicated member at WE.FIT Wädenswil since the pandemic and is a true early bird. While most people are still sleeping, Dani is already smashing workouts at 6 AM. From the group dynamic to the Weekend-Warrior shakes — Dani’s motivation is off the charts. And his handstand walks and muscle-ups? They speak for themselves.
Thank you for being part of the Wädi family, Dani!
Let’s get to know Dani a little better…
1. How long have you been training with us?
Dani: I’ve been an active member at CrossFit / WE.FIT Wädenswil since the pandemic. I’m definitely an early bird.
2. What was the moment you knew: “CrossFit is my thing”?
Dani: I was tired of grinding away in a regular gym with the same static exercises over and over. When I first experienced the group dynamic and the varied workouts, I was hooked — and the skills you learn are nothing to sneeze at. P.S. The shakes (Weekend-Warrior) are also great motivation.
3. What’s your unwritten training rule or biggest mental hack to push through?
Dani: Always check the workout in advance and skip the workout if you see Assault Bike and/or Thrusters.
4. Is there a skill or movement you thought was impossible that you’ve now mastered? How did you do it?
Dani: Handstand walks, bar muscle-ups and ring muscle-ups. Practice makes perfect.
5. What sport or activity outside CrossFit helps you become a better athlete?
Dani: It is all about CrossFit, baby :-)
6. What’s your personal “happy place” or a spot where you instantly relax?
Dani: A stress-free weekend with family and friends — that’s where I can truly relax.
7. What’s one thing you wish you had more time for right now?
Dani: Time to relax.
8. What hidden talent do you have that would surprise people in the box?
Dani: I really enjoy baking.
9. What exactly is your role or profession?
Dani: I’m a Compliance Officer at a bank.
10. If you could introduce one box rule that only applies to you, what would it be?
Dani: No Assault Bike for Dani — it destroys me just looking at it.
Thank you so much for this great interview, Dani!
We’re so happy to have you in the Wädi community. Your early-morning dedication, your impressive skills, and your dry humour make every class better. Keep pushing — in and out of the box!
