Lauren Rubio

In high school, I participated in volleyball, basketball, track & field, and XC. Weightlifting became a passion at this time in my life and I pursued a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology. However, due to poor mental health, I never completed this degree. Ten years later, I’m a registered nurse with experience in body building, kickboxing, and Krav Maga. However, after years of traditional weightlifting, I felt like I’d plateaued in the gym. In 2022, a couple of  friends who attended LEAF encouraged me to take a class; I’ve been hooked ever since. Through CrossFit, I’ve learned lifting techniques I’d never learned before leading to a drastic improvement in my strength and mobility. This new level of fitness directly translates into my performance as a snowboarder and skater as well as improved my stamina to care for my patients.