Athlete Spotlight: Josh Clemons

Name: Josh Clemons

Age: 33

Occupation: Executive Director – OneRace Movement

Hometown: Tulsa, OK

Which class time do you usually attend?: All of them? – 12:30pm

Favorite WOD: I enjoy *almost every emom workout.

Favorite CF Movement: Power Cleans

Least Favorite CF Movement: Burpees

3RM Back Squat: 275

1RM Deadlift: 240lb

Favorite Food: Mexican Food

Favorite Movie: Black Panther

Favorite Athlete: King James

Dream Job: Sommelier aka wine drinker

Dream Vacation Destination: Bora Bora

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?: Time travel

Favorite Motivational Quote: Good plan + hard work = progress

How long have you been doing CrossFit?: 1 year – 3/21

How did you first discover CrossFit and what made you decide to start?: I drove by the “no excuses” sign and thought, “I’ll give it a try.”

Tell us about your fitness/sports background: …Fitting this doughnut in my mouth.

What sorts of positive changes (mental, physical, emotional) have you noticed in your life since getting involved at No Excuses?: Greater tenacity and mental strength

Who or what keeps you coming back and motivated?: My kiddos and looking great naked.

In what other ways do you use your fitness?: I am a type 1 diabetic, I use fitness to maintain my health.

Please share with us a favorite CrossFit or No Excuses moment.: When I almost passed out doing sled pushes…that was fun?

Name one goal you would like to achieve in the next year (doesn’t have to be CrossFit related, but it can be): I want to start writing my second book.

Tell us about your hobbies and interests outside of the gym: I love reading, writing, and speaking.

What advice do you have for someone just starting CrossFit or who is on the fence about starting?: Do it, you won’t regret it!

What do you love most about No Excuses?: Community and accountability