Name: Kim Roberts
Age: 34
Occupation: Wife and mom (previously a teacher)
Which class time do you usually attend? 9:30
Favorite WOD: Anything without a burpee
Favorite Lift: Probably snatches
Deadlift Max: 155
Back squat Max: 115
Favorite Food: Italian (specifically lasagna)
Favorite Movie: Hitch
Favorite Athlete: I don’t have a favorite.
Dream Job: Being on Broadway
Dream Vacation Destination: I’d love to travel across Europe.

How long have you been CrossFitting?
“February will mark my one year anniversary!”

What keeps you coming back/motivated?
“I like exercising. Crossfit is great because the WOD is always different, you have a coach to assist and there are friends to get through the WOD with you.”

How did you find CrossFit?
“I learned about Crossfit from several friends at church.”

What is your athletic background (If applicable)?
“I started playing basketball in 3rd grade and played through high school. I started playing volleyball in 10th grade and continued playing through college on scholarship.”

How has CrossFit changed your life, lifestyle, level of fitness?
“It has allowed me to get back into shape after having my kids. I feel like I’m stronger now than I have ever been.”

What is the one thing you have done here that you never thought you could do? (muscle up, double unders, heavy deadlift, run a mile, etc.)
“Climbed the rope!”

Who or what motivates/inspires you?
“I am competitive so part of my motivation comes naturally by wanting to improve. Some of my best friends and hubby are also at the gym with me, so that is a huge bonus.”

Name one goal/personal achievement you would like to achieve through CrossFit?
“I would love to get a pull-up.”

What is your proudest CrossFit achievement?
“My proudest achievement has been moving up to the Fitness level [of programming]!”

Hobbies/Interests outside of CrossFit?
“I like to cook and bake. I love reading, especially historical fiction. Date nights with my hubby are great, too.”

Any advice for new members?
“Just show up! If you step in the gym, there are enough people there to get you through the WOD. Don’t quit – it does get better. It’s never easy, but better!”

Any additional thoughts/comments:
“I LOVE CrossFit! I never really expected to be in great shape after having my kids (4 kids in 6 years). I kind of expected to lose the weight but I didn’t ever expect to feel athletic again. I love feeling fit and strong! Thank you No Excuses!”

Coach Brandon’s Take:
“Kim was a little timid about CrossFit her first few months. Then she did the Hugo Open and around that time something clicked. She has been a different athlete in the gym ever since then. She comes very focused to learn and get better each day. She has seen tremendous progress and will continue to improve as she gets more experience in CrossFit.”