Name: Julie Schramm

Age: 47

Occupation: Pharmacist/ Stay-at-home mom/Homeschooler

Hometown: Americus, GA

Which class time do you usually attend?: 6am

Favorite WOD: Anything that has a 9 minute or less time limit.

Favorite CF Movement: Back Squats

Least Favorite CF Movement: Devil’s Press

3RM Back Squat: 140

1RM Deadlift: 175

Favorite Food: Queso and chips

Favorite Movie: Grease, Steel Magnolias, Pretty in Pink

Favorite Athlete: Michael Phelps

Dream Job: I love my jobs!

Dream Vacation Destination: Australia

If you could have any super power, it would be… Healing

Favorite Motivational Quote: How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time.

How long have you been doing CrossFit?: Since September 2020

How did you first discover CrossFit and what made you decide to start?: David (husband) started and had great results.

Tell us about your fitness/sports background: Dance from elementary through high school, taught old-school aerobics and spin

What sorts of positive changes (mental, physical, emotional) have you noticed in your life since getting involved at No Excuses?: My husband, David, and son, Calvin, and I all work out together. I cherish the extra time that I get to spend with them while also getting physically fit.

Who or what keeps you coming back and motivated?: David- I’m not a morning person

In what other ways do you use your fitness?: Physical activities with my kids like kayaking

Please share with us a favorite CrossFit or No Excuses moment.: When I’m not injured, deadlift. When injured, chest press.

Name one goal you would like to achieve in the next year: I want my arms to look like I lift weights 😉

Tell us about your hobbies and interests outside of the gym: Reading, Crocheting, Crossword Puzzles, Walking

What advice do you have for someone just starting CrossFit or who is on the fence about starting?: You’re going to feel out of place, weak, and awkward. Push through it. Every one of us there has felt that way at one time or another.

What do you love most about No Excuses?: The feeling I get when the workout is over.