Athlete Spotlight: Malik Audu

Age: 31

Occupation: Anesthesia Tech

Hometown: Abuja

Which class time do you usually attend? 6:30 pm.

Favorite WOD? None yet lol.

Favorite CF Movement? Toes to Bar.

Least Favorite CF Movement? Burpee.

3RM Back Squat? 225.

1RM Deadlift? 275.

Favorite food? BBQ Beef.

Favorite Movie? Pirates of the Caribbean.

Favorite Athlete? Usain Bolt.

Dream Job? CEO Unicorn Startup.

Dream Vacation Destination? Bali.

If you could have any superpower? Ability to Heal All.

Favorite Motivational Quote? Keep at it!

How long have you been doing CrossFit? October 2022.

How did you discover CrossFit and what made you decide to start? CrossFit Games on YouTube, curiosity to find and push my limits.

Tell us about your fitness/sports background: Hobbyist Soccer Player.

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

Who or what keeps you coming back and motivated? Still searching and pushing my limits.

In what other ways do you use your fitness? Increased hiking endurance and longer reading attention span.

Please share with us a favorite CrossFit or No Excuses moment: Not a moment but continuously progressing with CrossFit.

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

Tell us about your hobbies and interests outside of the gym: Reading, hiking, and traveling.

What advice do you have for someone just starting CrossFit or is on the fence about starting? Keep at it! Great mental and physical benefits with consistency.

What do you love most about No Excuses? Great Community!