08/04/2026
Starting August off right with our Athlete Spotlight of the Month....
Julie Ybarra! She's been hard a work in the 4:30 pm class! Get to know more about Julie Below!
The Basics
Full Name: Julie Ybarra
Nickname at the gym (if any): Jules ✨
How long have you been a member of Lobo? ~8 months
What made you start CrossFit? I wanted to get strong and meet new people 💪
Current fitness goal: String double unders & learn how to do a bar muscle up! 🤞
Workout time you usually attend: 4:30pm
One movement you’ve improved the most since joining: Butterfly’s are finally coming along 🦋
A PR you’re most proud of: Deadlift! Hit 290 at the Cinco De Mayo Comp 🥳
This or That
Morning workouts OR Evening workouts:Evenings
Strength day OR Conditioning day: Strength
Barbell OR Dumbbells: Barbell
Burpees OR Wall Balls: Burpees
Strict OR Kipping: Kipping
Personality and Fun
What song would play when you walk into the gym like a main character? Get it Sexyy 🫡
If your workout style had a warning label, what would it say? If I’m out of breath…don’t worry, it’s probably just my asthma 💀
What is something people at the gym might be surprised to learn about you? Quiet at first, wait until I get comfortable. 🤭
Lobo Pack Vibes
Favorite thing about the Lobo community:Everyone has been so welcoming and encouraging since I joined, it makes you want to show up!
Best advice you would give to a new member: The first day is always the toughest, but don’t let it stop you. Just keep showing up! You’ll surprise yourself with what you can do.
What keeps you coming back on the hard days? Honestly, knowing I’ll feel better once I’m there. Even on the hard days, showing up always pays off.
Outside the Gym
What do you do for work? I’m an environmental scientist👩🏻🔬 I support power plants with compliance and promote sustainability through community outreach and tree giveaways.
Hobbies outside of CrossFit: I’m always down for a good side quest — volleyball, golf, tennis, soccer, softball.
Favorite way to spend a rest day: Shopping and eating!
Favorite food or go-to cheat meal: Tacos all day, everyday.
Coffee order or favorite drink: Does an espresso martini count
Just for Fun
Dogs, cats, or both? BOTH
One thing on your bucket list: Traveling as much as possible! Beaches, national parks, hikes, waterfalls, all of it 🥾🌊☀️
Final Question
Finish this sentence:
I feel strongest when…I push myself and trust what I can do 😄