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James Lee

http://www.teamcrossfit.com
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James Lee (no relation to Bruce Lee – his idol) is the owner and the head coach of Team CrossFit, a fitness and self-defense facility, that teaches the CrossFit strength and conditioning program, and Krav Maga self-defense program (what they teach the Israeli Army – so awesome!). He lives his dream daily by coaching and teaching people how to better their fitness and their health at his gym in Woodland Hills. James truly believes in focusing on positive attitudes. “If you know that you are kicking ass everyday and working to be the best you can,” he says, “it’s hard to have a bad attitude.”

At Team CrossFit, James and his staff use 10 recognized fitness domains in their training: Cardio-respiratory endurance, Stamina, Strength, Flexibility, Power, Speed, Coordination, Agility, Balance, and Accuracy. Oh, and you will not be casually walking on the treadmill at this gym! You will be pushed from head to toe—working your entire body. There will be friendly competition and camaraderie will all the other clients or athletes at Team Cross-Fit! And James promises it will be fun! Your first class is free – so go for it!!

Your favorite place in LA to have a cocktail?
In my living room with my fiancé Erica.

Your favorite LA place for bargain shopping?
I really love Target or Costco…What can is say? I’m a guy.

You could change one thing about LA - what would it be?
Traffic.

You’ve always wanted to go to this LA spot – but just haven’t made it there yet?
Any one of the popular hotel roof top pools!

Your favorite LA extravagance?
Steak at Mastro’s.

Your favorite neighborhood haunt?
The Gallery Market in Northridge (Korean market with a big food court.)

Your favorite local getaway?
My bedroom with my kitties.

Your favorite place for cheap eats?
The Little Café in Tarzana. I eat breakfast there every morning after my 6am class.

You always take out of town guests to this spot?
The Strand at Hermosa Beach.

You're most connected to this charity or your last volunteer experience?
I teach free women’s rape prevention seminars. I love to make women feel empowered for the first time!