Vital Stats:
Height:On the shorter side of 5’9
Weight :135
Career:Visual Merchandiser for Madewell and Bartender/Server at CB & Potts
Favorite CF move: Clean & Jerk
Most Hated CF move: I’m trying to convince myself I don’t hate anything!
But I highly dislike back squats, front squats, mainly squats of any sort.
How long have you been Crossfitting? About 7 months
What got you into CF? My good friend Coleigh Patrick introduced me.
What were your athletic endeavors prior to CF? I played basketball, volleyball, softball, track (mainly long distance) my whole life. I participated in swim team until I was 15 , but I focused mainly on basketball and volleyball. In my early years of college I was involved in some intramural athletics before moving to Colorado in ’04.
Any goals, athletic or otherwise, you’re working on right now? My main goal athletically is to stay dedicated to CF and push myself as much as I can. My senior year of high school, I developed shin splints, and as a result, running was no longer something I enjoyed doing. With hard work and determination I’m hoping to surpass my fear of running and know that anything is possible. I remember when Coleigh had told me about Crossfit, I thought he was crazy! Although I have had a pretty athletic background I had been out of the game in so long, I was highly intimidated but I was ready for change and motivation. I immediately fell in love after completing my first intro CF class. In the beginning I remember feeling so weak and kind of hopeless, but Leah reminded me that everyone has to start somewhere. I wouldn’t be where I am without her and the rest of the MBS. The MBS coaches and athletes do a very good job at making you feel comfortable, supported and they push us to succeed. I’m that girl that could barely warm up with the trainer bar without feeling incredibly exhausted, and now just a few short months later I can do a pull-up. I still have a long way to go, but I’m excited to reach my goals and set new ones. I thank God every day for this gym and for the opportunity that was given to me. Not only do I have an awesome gym to call home but I am apart of a community that I’m happy to call my family ! My goals aside from athleticism would be to continue to work hard but learn to relax and above all strive to be a better person physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Give us a little insight into what goes on in your life outside the gym.
Well, anybody who knows me, knows I work.. a lot. I have been privileged enough to be working for the same restaurant/brewery (CB & Potts) for over 7 years. When I graduated college I thought I was ready to move on and leave the restaurant industry. However, 3 years later I’m still loving every second of it. I also have another job in my career field as a Visual Merchant. I worked in the local fashion industry for some time and I had the passion to make it something more meaningful so a girlfriend and I decided we wanted to start a clothing line that we called the.lost.n.found.pile. We worked along side local designers and held a fashion shows and silent auctions to raise money for charities. It was one of the best and most accomplished feelings I’ve ever experienced. Maybe one day I will get the chance to do this again. I hope to work with children, maybe start a non profit, or incorporate fashion with CF. Aside from all of that, I enjoy meeting new people, love watching movies, camping, hiking, hunting, fishing; anything outdoors. I have an amazing support system from my family, friends, and boyfriend, any chance I can get to make them laugh or vice versa its a good day!
Congratulations on your recent completion of a WOD as RX’d for the first time! Tell us about that. To do an Rx WOD has always been really important to me. It’s a goal I think everyone wants to achieve. Until then every WOD I did involved some sort of scaling. A big thanks to Cheryl Hill who was right a long side and told me that I could definitely do it. The WOD was AMRAP of 9 55 lb Thrusters, 9 30 lb ball slams and a 250 row. I completed 4 rounds and I just remember thinking the whole time, “Holy cow! I am conquering this workout and I’m doing it RX!” Afterwords I’m pretty sure I yelled across the room “OMG I just did an RX workout!” Lots of cheering and congrats from everyone. It was an awesome feeling, and it pumped me up to want to work that much harder. I can say I feel proud and accomplished and wouldn’t change this new “healthy” addiction for anything in the world. Not just Crossfit, but MBS has helped me to change my life for the better ! I’m so thankful for all the coaches and athletes. I couldn’t have done it without you!
What’s your favorite non-paleo food? Oh boy, I could go on for days but I’d have to say pepperoni & banana pepper pizza , and ice cream of course. OR does a nice cold Amber Ale beer count?!
What was your favorite toy as a kid? LEGOS, or those little army figurines. I have 3 brothers and we spent a lot of time playing Cowboys & Indians!