Isaac moved to Boise from Alaska in 2015 with the goal for competing and coaching. Shortly after moving, he started coaching at Verdant CrossFit. In 2016, Isaac decided to pursue Olympic weightlifting exclusively. At the end of that year, Isaac had a long list of accomplishments and records. In addition to winning various local USAW meets, he qualified for the American Open Championship. He was the 2016 Idaho State champion in the 85kg weight class and held the Idaho state record for the snatch and the clean and jerk.
In 2017, Isaac joined the United States Air Force and served 6 years with a deployment overseas in 2020. While serving, Isaac continued to progress in CrossFit and coaching. IN 2018, Isaac completed his CrossFit Level-2 certificate and started coaching in a more full-time role at Verdant.
In 2021, Isaac became a full-time employee and merchandise manager. Isaac also started the Verdant CrossFit Kids program in 2021 shortly after becoming a CrossFit Kids coach.
In 2021, 2022, and 2023, Isaac was on the Verdant semifinals team. In 2023, the team barely missed qualifying for the CrossFit Games by a single point. Isaac has also competed at the elite level in several big competitions, including Wodapalooza, Granite Games, and the NorCal Classic.
Isaac recently became a CCFT Level-3 CrossFit Certified Coach and the full-time manager of the downtown location. This is a huge accomplishment and something he’s been working toward. Isaac loves the Verdant community and his goal is to bring energy and a smile to everyone he sees.