April Athlete of the Month: Lilly Vermilya

What our coaches have to say about our athlete of the month:

Lilly embodies joy as an athlete, a friend, and a leader in our community. You can find her working hard toward her own goals, encouraging kids around the gym, organizing a fun video, celebrating someone’s birthday with a thoughtful gift, or dancing to a new playlist in the middle of the floor.

No matter what’s going on in her own life, she shows up with a smile and looks for ways to bring laughter and lightness to those around her.

Lilly has stepped up during the open to foster team spirit and keep the excitement alive for all athletes. She gives of her time and her energy to ensure all are having a good time and the vibes are high!

Lilly makes members and coaches feel seen and appreciated. She lifts others up quietly, without looking for recognition.

She truly represents the culture we strive to build in our community.

When did you join EverProven CrossFit and what brought you here?

I joined EverProven in the spring of 2024. Kevin O’Shea was my professor at UNH and in his welcome presentation he talked about the gym. I was just recovering from shoulder repair surgery and knew it would be perfect.

What do you like best about being an EverProven athlete?

The community and coaches are my favorite part about EverProven. From the beginning everyone was so friendly and took me in as if I had been at the gym for ages. I was a freshman in college and away from home and the gym allowed me to create a home away from home! The coaches are extremely knowledgable, caring and will immediately help me or anyone if we need it.

Can you share a specific health improvement or positive change in your life that you attribute to EverProven?

EverProven helped me in my shoulder repair surgery recovery and my foot surgery this past May. The coaches did not let me just sit out and do nothing, they immediately modified workouts allowing me to continue gaining muscle and come to class no matter what. EverProven has also helped me face my fears with certain CrossFit movements I refused to do prior such as handstands or trying double unders.

What advice would you give to someone who is hesitant to become an EverProven athlete?

Just show up! There is absolutely nothing to lose. Not only will you be experiencing a new type of workout and learn different lifts or exercises, the community will become family in an instant. Going to class feels like you are hanging out with your friends while pushing each other to your limits. There is absolutely no downfall to trying it out!

When you aren’t at the gym what is your favorite thing to do?

My favorite thing to do outside of the gym is hang out with my friends. I live with 3 other roommates and all of my friends live in the same apartment complex as me. We get to hang out whenever we get a chance.

What is one interesting fact many people don’t know about you?

I want to go to law school after undergrad and become a defense attorney or child advocate attorney.

Inspired by our Athlete of the Month, Lilly? Ready to see what you’re capable of? Book a free intro session and let’s start building your story.