Member Spotlight - June 2019

Hannah Shankman

WHAT IMPACT HAS PRIME / CROSSFIT HAD ON YOUR LIFE BOTH IN AND OUT OF THE GYM?

CrossFit, and more specifically Prime, have undoubtedly had an impact on me. After finishing my soccer career there was somewhat of a void in my life. CrossFit was able to slide beautifully into that vacant space and provide me a competitive outlet where I could work to better myself each day.

Prime is not just the conduit for my fitness journey either. It is the place I hangout the most and where my closest friends are. The people here have kept me healthy—physically and emotionally—and I’m so thankful I am a part of this wonderful community.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT PRIME OR CROSSFIT IN GENERAL?

One of the best things about Prime is the people. It’s filled with such vibrant energy and individuals who you want to be around. Plus, any type of conversation you might want to have you can find someone here to have it with.

IF YOU COULD BE ANY ANIMAL IN THE WORLD, WHAT WOULD IT BE AND WHY?

At first I wanted to say some type of bird because I’d love to fly but on second thought I’d probably be some type of monkey. Swinging from trees, eating wild bananas, and hanging out with my troop. Sounds fab.

IF YOU COULD BE INVISIBLE OR READ MINDS FOR THE DAY, WHICH WOULD IT BE?

Invisibility. For sure. I would love to use my powers to sneak on a flight and travel to another country. Or finesse my way into a sold out concert. Maybe even go watch the Women’s National Team play in the World Cup final. Besides, I have enough of my own thoughts, I don’t really need anyone else’s in my head.

LAST MEAL, 3-2-1 GO.

Olive Garden unlimited soup, salad, and bread. That way my last meal never has to end.

WHAT DOES A DAY IN THE LIFE OF HANNAH LOOK LIKE OUTSIDE OF BEING AN AWESOME CROSFITTER?

My life is kind of boring at the moment. I’m in a gap year before I head to law school at The George Washington University so I don’t really do anything that interesting. I usually wake up and start my morning with a cup of coffee and a book. Next, I try my best get outside and work on my tan. I then go to the gym where I’ll frequently drink more coffee and sit on the couch. After, I head to Olive Garden for a riveting night filled with serving breadsticks and pasta.