Erica Newfang

Erica began her CrossFit journey in 2013 and immediately became obsessed with the high intensity fitness regimen.  Erica had always been a petite woman and CrossFit provided her with the first realization that she could become strong.  She loves that her training constantly tests her abilities to learn another move, chase a new goal and improve in ever increasing ways daily.  

Erica joined the CFUP family in 2023 after working out at home for three years post pandemic.  She had been missing intensity in her workouts that larger groups tend to bring as well as the sense of community that comes with being part of a CrossFit family.  CFUP turned out to be a perfect fit.  As someone who is slightly reserved and often leans on having an outgoing friend, Erica quickly felt at home due to the welcoming environment  at the gym.

Erica received her Level 1 in 2021 and began coaching at CFUP in 2024.  She places great value in knowing the members she coaches as individuals as well as athletes and strives to connect with each person in her classes on a one-on-one basis.  Her favorite part of being a coach is when she sees an athlete exceed their own expectations.

Erica is also a nutrition coach certified via Precision Nutrition and enjoys sharing her passion for developing a healthy and sustainable approach to diet.  Erica’s full time job is as an elementary school psychologist in West Hartford where she has worked since 2006.  She is a local to Newington where she lives with her husband and three daughters and keeps herself incredibly active with not only fitness but also playing taxi driver and ‘number 1 supporter’ to soccer, gymnastics and cheerleading practices.