Each year at the CrossFit Games, they honor someone with the Spirit of the Games award. This honor goes to the ‘athlete who embodies the spirit of the sport.’

Each week during the CrossFit Open, No Excuses CrossFit will recognize a member it feels represents the Spirit of the Games. This week’s honor goes to ….

Anne Hercules didn’t think she would get very far in CrossFit Open 25.1 workout. Lunges are a struggle for her, so if she could complete one round, she would have been happy.

That’s the cool thing about The Open. Workouts or movements that seem impossible become possible. Not only was she able to do the lunges in the first round, she did them for three rounds. 

“Anne was hesitant about The Open and I know certain movements have been a challenge due to pain,” No Excuses CrossFit coach Charisse Taylor said. “To see her crush it and to see the glow in her spirit and smile on her face when telling everyone she got through the WOD was incredible!”

Her hard work and determination drew the admiration of her peers as well. 

“Anne is always so encouraging and gives her best every workout!,” No Excuses CrossFit member Sunny Choi said.

Congratulations to Anne on being the Spirit of the Open for 25.1.