Evan & Deanna
We’re Evan and Deanna Bowman — husband and wife team, and the proud owners of Forge Fitness Co. since November 2024.
This community has completely transformed our lives — not just physically, but mentally, relationally, and spiritually. What started as a pursuit of health and fitness became a journey of growth, purpose, and connection.
As Wabash locals, our heartbeat is to see people in Wabash County and beyond truly thrive — to discover what they’re capable of and to forge strength that carries far beyond the gym walls.
We’re honored to lead this incredible community and to show that transformation isn’t just possible — it’s waiting for you. If we can do it, so can you.
Meet Your Coaches
Ashley
- CrossFit Experience: 4 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 2 years
"My favorite part about CrossFit is that anyone can do it. It is infinitely scalable so that no matter your experience with exercise, we can always find a way for you to have an enjoyable and challenging workout!"
Ashley
Cierra
- CrossFit Experience: 5 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 3 years
"I love hyping our members up, watching them hit their goals, and celebrating with them! It’s just the coolest thing to see someone put in the work and hit PRs, max out, and land new skills. My favorite thing to coach is lifting because, when I first started, I didn’t know what I was doing at all. Now, I love to lift and it has grown my self-confidence. Seriously though- ask to see some of my beginning lifts... super humbling."
Cierra
David
- CrossFit Experience: 7 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 4 years
"My favorite part about coaching is helping members through a difficult workout or movement. Providing a strategy or cue that "clicks" so the individual can continually improve their fitness and, as a result, improve their overall health and well-being. "
David
Dwayne
- CrossFit Experience: 12 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 6 years
"I love helping people learn new movements, perfect the ones they already know, and work toward their goals. Whether that’s a new movement, more weight, efficiencies to be faster, etc. It’s super rewarding to see people empowered by achieving goals and getting better!"
Dwayne
Gabe
- CrossFit Experience: 7 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 2 years
"I liked CrossFit from the get-go and love it even more today. The people, community, and camaraderie are what kept me coming back, and the fitness aspect was just the icing on the cake. I enjoy helping people achieve their health and fitness goals. Furthermore, I like teaching people proper lifting mechanics and how it relates to the functional fitness we put our bodies through day to day."
Gabe
- CrossFit Experience: 5 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 3 years
"My favorite part of coaching is working with an athlete and seeing their eyes light up when a new skill "clicks" with them. I also love meeting newcomers and encouraging them on their journey"
Grace
Jeff GH
- CrossFit Experience: 8 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 8 years
"I love working with a variety of people, each with various reasons as to why they're here, and doing what I can to help each of them fulfill their potential."
Jeff GH
Jeff
- CrossFit Experience: 3 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 2 years
" My favorite part about coaching is helping people experience the change they hope for".
Jeff
Kelsey
- CrossFit Experience: 6 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 4 years
"My favorite part about coaching is watching something click for an athlete, or watching them achieve a goal whether it be a PR or figuring out a new movement.''
Kelsey
Michael
- CrossFit Experience: 10 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 5 years
''My favorite part about coaching Crossfit is witnessing and helping contribute to people achieving their fitness goals. I love seeing their confidence grow as they get further and further into their fitness. I love being part of a positive community where everyone pushes each other to reach their full potential. Helping people change their lives and family’s lives for the better - that's why I do this.''
Michael
Neil
- CrossFit Experience: 9 years
- Coaching CrossFit: 2 years
"My favorite part about coaching is helping people adjust their approach, so they get the intended stimulus of the workout. Whether it's tweaking movements, adjusting weight, or dialing in pacing, I love figuring out the best strategy to help people get the most out of their training. And if there's an opportunity to overanalyze strategy, I'm all in!"