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Heather Schmidt smiling with her three kids
By Mike Collette July 16, 2026
She thought she was joining a gym in 2018. What she found carried her through her hardest year — and gave her the courage to move to Switzerland.
Two smiling people taking a selfie on a sunny city street, with a colorful “100 in 100” event banner above.
By Mike Collette July 15, 2026
He'll tell you he's just maintaining at 53. His whiteboard says otherwise. Jay Clancy, Day 53 of 100
Mandy Pant lifting a barbell at Prototype Training
By Mike Collette July 14, 2026
She was terrible at showing up. Three years later, Mandy Pant is a 6am regular who just finished her first 5K at 49.
Jess Clancy — 100 in 100 Day 51 thumbnail
By Mike Collette July 13, 2026
Nearly since day one, she has never once felt like she did not belong here. Jess Clancy, Day 51 of 100.
Jon Collette, Head Coach at Prototype Training Systems
By Mike Collette July 10, 2026
Jon Collette changed his own life first. Now, as Prototype's Head Coach, he's helped hundreds of others do the same. Day 50 of the 100 in 100 series.
Carl & Jackie Donadio family, Day 49 100 in 100 story
By Mike Collette July 9, 2026
Carl & Jackie Donadio moved to South Carolina years ago. Ten years of Prototype didn't stay behind.
Sandie Hanlon with her RV — Day 48
By Mike Collette July 6, 2026
Before Prototype existed, Sandie Hanlon was already there. 13 years, 1,291 workouts, and a deadlift that's grown from 65 to 165 lbs.
Shreeja Pillai lifting at the 2026 Prototype Open
By Mike Collette July 6, 2026
Shreeja Pillai had never done CrossFit and was sure she'd fail her first class. Two years later she's chasing PRs — and training beside her son.
Pat LaCroix and family before joining Prototype
By Mike Collette July 6, 2026
Pat LaCroix was Prototype's biggest skeptic. Six months and 130 sessions later, the 6 AM regular calls it his church. Day 46 of 100 in 100.
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