December 2024 Athlete Of The Month

Name: Carlee (duh)

Age: 27

Occupation: Pain Management Clinical Pharmacist 

What brought you to Baltimore Built? I was looking for a change & wanted to be excited to get in the gym again.

How long have you been a member at Baltimore Built? 2 months-ish?

Were you athletic or involved in sports when growing up? If so, what sports and or activities did you participate in? Athletic -ish, tennis, basketball, and softball.

Were you working out regularly prior to joining Baltimore Built? If so, what were you doing? CrossFit for ~3 years prior to joining Built.

Why do you workout? For fun and because when I don’t I have too much built up energy without a healthy release. 

What is your favorite lift or movement and why? Heavy cleans or snatch because there’s always something to improve and the technicality of the movement is a good challenge. 

What is your favorite workout or type of workout and why? I like workouts with multiple movements so I never have to be stuck in one movement for too long, I like the variety.

What have you accomplished as an athlete (big or small) during your time at Baltimore Built? Increased mobility with my shoulders and overcoming the fear of challenge movements that have hurt in the past (ex: KBS).

What fitness goals do you have for the next year? STRICT PULL UPS!

How has your fitness influenced and/or impacted your life outside of the gym? I am happier in my day to day when I get up and start my morning with movement, it’s a great stress reliever. 

What hobbies and activities do you enjoy outside of the gym? Reading, hanging with friends, traveling.