Smiling man wearing a CrossFit Amesbury shirt standing in a gym with red squat racks 
FOUNDER, Co-OWNER, & COACH

BRADEN MONACO

Braden’s CrossFit journey started in 2011 when his brother opened CrossFit Route 1 in Saugus, MA. He jumped in right away – competing at events like CrossFit Regionals in 2012 and 2013 – and immersed himself in the community and lifestyle. To him, the most important part of CrossFit is the community and how life-changing it can be for those who commit. His life has been better because of it.

Certifications
CrossFit Level 2 · Hyrox Group Instructor

Interests
I grew up playing various sports, but soccer became my focus, and I played through college. Outside of CrossFit, I enjoy golf, skiing, working on my yard, flipping houses, and spending time with my family.

Favorite WOD
Anything with wall balls and hang cleans!

Favorite Quote
“Perseverance – Continuing a course of action without regard to discouragement, opposition or previous failure.”

Bald man lifting a kettlebell overhead during a gym workout
Bearded athlete raising his arms in a CrossFit gym while gripping an overhead bar
Bald man lifting a heavy dumbbell during a group workout in a crowded gym
Bald man in a red shirt and weighted vest performing a seated gym exercise.
Bald man jogging outdoors on a paved path in a beige hoodie, gray shorts, and running shoes
Group photo of CrossFit Amesbury athletes posing outdoors, with some standing and others seated on steps.