December 2023 Athlete of the Month

Hailey S.

Wrapping up 2023, we’d like to present Hailey as our December Athlete of the Month! Hailey has been with Drop Box for about a year and a half, and we’ve watched her progress and dedication grow in this time. She is a faithful 0830 athlete who often rolls right in after night shift as a nurse. Hailey pushes hard, comes and tackles WODs that include difficult movements and has a great attitude! She is eager to learn and extremely coachable, serving as a great example for other athletes, new and old. Congrats Hailey!

Where are you from / hometown?  Virginia Beach 

How long have you been CrossFitting?  1.5 yrs 

What do you do for work? Nurse in the cardiac ICU

Any sports background? Field hockey in high school

Favorite movement or WOD? Deadlifts & power cleans!

Best CF Movement  / Experience? I love when difficult movements “click”- being able to make the first pull on a rope climb, and my first successful double under!

What are your goals? To continue to reach PRs, and be able to do pushups (not on knees)

Why do you CrossFit? I want to challenge myself with improving physical fitness. CrossFit is great to work on strength, speed, and endurance. I like to show up to class & get a good workout without having to plan something myself. I feel accountable showing up to class, and Drop Box has the most supportive group of coaches and athletes!

Any advice for newbies? Keep showing up! You don’t always have to give 100%, but at least move and get your heart rate up. You’ll stay consistent and make the gym a habit, not a chore. Listen to your body, form over heavy lifting!