We are proud to announce that Yoli is our September athlete of the month! Yoli is a hard worker both inside and outside of the gym and deserves every bit of recognition. Being a single mom of 4 girls, working hard to provide for her family, Yoli still makes her fitness a priority and shows up consistently and always with a positive attitude. We are super proud of you Yoli and look forward to continuing this journey with you!
Keep reading for some fun facts about Yoli!
Q: How long have you been doing CrossFit?
A: Off and on since 2015
Q: Why did you originally hop on the CrossFit Express?
A: I wanted to join a gym where I could workout with other people to motivate me. Normal gyms were boring and I would feel like I wasn’t doing movements correctly.
Q: What motivates you to keep going and working hard?
A: I want to be strong and healthy for my kids, so I can have energy to keep up with them as I age.
Q: What’s your favorite movement in CrossFit?
A: Wallballs
Q: What are your long term goals (in fitness and life)?
A: To still CrossFit as I get older, to know how to do all movements.
Q: What’s your biggest accomplishment since joining 2024?
A: Finally getting comfortable and trying movements I thought I could never do. I tend to be scared and doubt myself a lot.
Q: Who is someone that inspires you at the box and why?
A: Everyone! Every class I attend there is always someone cheering you on or clapping for you or just happy to see you.
Q: What’s one hidden talent you have or interesting fact about you?
A: Interesting fact is my favorite color is purple lol
Q: Favorite movie?
A: Clueless
Q: Favorite coffee/lunch/dinner spot in ATX?
A: Trudy’s (Best Mexican martinis)
Q: What’s one item on your bucket list?
A: Go horseback riding
Q: Favorite Cheat Meal?
A: Whataburger
Q: What are you looking forward to the most in the remainder of 2023?
A: I’m looking forward to the holidays with my family
Q: What’s something you’d say to someone considering joining CrossFit for the first time?
A: That no matter the movements, you can always scale so don’t be intimidated.