Name: Monica Larson

Age: 40

Occupation: Sales Operations Manager

Hometown: Davie, FL (Ft. Lauderdale area)

Which class time do you usually attend? 12:30 is my preferred time but lately it’s anytime I can make it

Favorite WOD: Annie

Favorite CF Movement: Squats

Least Favorite CF Movement: Power Snatch

1RM Back Squat: I think 225… can’t find it on my app now 🙁

1RM Deadlift: 225

Favorite Food: Steak

Favorite Movie: I don’t have one

Favorite Athlete: Probably Michael Jordan, most nostalgic

Dream Job: Stay at home dog mom 😂

Dream Vacation Destination: Bora Bora

If you could have any super power… To fly

Favorite Motivational Quote: “If it was easy, everyone would do it.”

How long have you been doing CrossFit?: Since May of 2023

How did you first discover CrossFit and what made you decide to start?

CrossFit was one of the workouts that I had never tried and I saw that It was right by my job so I gave it a try.

Tell us about your fitness/sports background:

I didn’t play many sports growing up. I got into working out in my 20’s and tried it all… running, spinning, Zumba, yoga, etc. I was doing kickboxing for a few years before Crossfit and wanted more of a challenge.

What sorts of positive changes (mental, physical, emotional) have you noticed in your life since getting involved at No Excuses?

I’ve gotten way stronger and I’m just a nicer, better person after I’ve worked out.

Who or what keeps you coming back and motivated?

Trying to achieve a better version of myself keeps me motivated to keep coming back… to show up better for family & friends.

In what other ways do you use your fitness?

More energy to play with the kids and dog.

Please share with us a favorite CrossFit or No Excuses moment.

The CrossFit Open was fun

Name one goal you would like to achieve in the next year (doesn’t have to be CrossFit related, but it can be)

Take more vacations.

Tell us about your hobbies and interests outside of the gym:

Vacationing, reading, watching tv, shopping, hanging out with family, friends and the fur baby.

What advice do you have for someone just starting CrossFit or is on the fence about starting?

Just show up and take it day by day… before you know it 6 months have gone by and you’re doing it.

What do you love most about No Excuses?

The people & the community are great. Also, the fact that the exercises are already picked out for you and they change everyday so you don’t have to think much, just show up and do it!