Co-Owner, Lead Programmer, & Performance Coach

Christian Harris is a father, entrepreneur, competitive athlete, and founder of Move Fast Lift Heavy (MFLH) with over 15 years of coaching experience, having started his journey in 2009. As the co-owner of MFLH Original and lead programmer, Christian’s coaching philosophy centers on discipline, attention to detail, and daily habits that drive consistent, long-term progress. His focused yet energetic style has helped thousands of athletes worldwide achieve peak performance.

Christian holds a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer certification and has advanced credentials in Olympic weightlifting, gymnastics, and athletic performance from renowned organizations such as Power Monkey Fitness, Invictus, and Parisi Speed School. He is also CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring that athletes are coached in both safety and performance.

Athletic Achievements:

Christian is an accomplished 4x CrossFit Games qualifier, including team appearances that finished 4th in 2016 and 2023. His athletic career highlights include:

• 1st place – CrossFit Regionals 2016
• 1st place – French Throwdown
• 1st place – Filthy 150
• 1st place – HYROX Chicago
• HYROX World Championships qualifier

Most recently, Christian completed the NYC Marathon in 3:38:56, further showcasing his hybrid athleticism.

Programs & Coaching Vision:

Christian is the creator of MFLH’s signature training programs—MFLH 365, MFLH Compete, and MFLH Pump—which combine strength, endurance, running, and hypertrophy training to build complete athletes. His programming is designed to challenge, adapt, and grow athletes at all levels, with workouts that reflect his mantra: “All in. Every day.”

A key part of Christian's work involves preparing athletes for competitions like HYROX, CrossFit events, and other high-performance challenges. His programs emphasize pacing, movement efficiency, and mental resilience, giving athletes the tools to succeed under pressure.

Whether it's competition preparation or building well-rounded fitness for life, Christian’s programs are a reflection of his passion for consistency and continuous progress.

A Legacy of Leadership and Growth:

Christian’s leadership extends beyond coaching. He is a passionate mentor, partner to brands, and advocate for building community through fitness. Whether it’s starting run clubs, expanding MFLH’s online training community, or collaborating with sponsors, Christian strives to lead by example. His mission is to inspire others to move forwardand lift higher in all areas of life.

Beyond the Gym:

When Christian isn’t coaching, programming, or training, he dedicates his time to designing apparel and facilitating growth for the MFLH brand, as well as starting run clubs, traveling, and spending time with his family. He continues to embody his philosophy of discipline and consistency in every aspect of life and business.