Getting to know… Laura Wheeler

CARING | HONEST | DRIVEN
These are the core values we hold as a team. We are so fortunate to have such highly skilled & passionate Coaches at The Hill.
Part 7 of our “Getting to Know The Hill” series..

Laura loves to connect with people. She is a lifelong learner and believes the best in people. She loves playing board games and having fun with friends easygoing and loves her two dogs.

Let’s get to know more about Laura…

Your Job Title at The Hill: Director of Corporate Partnerships.

When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? Bad A$$ Business Woman/Boss Lady.

Where did you grow up? Sweet Home Alabama.

Favorite class or activity in high school? Volleyball.

Voted in high school most likely to…? Or known for ? Most Athletic.. heck yeah!

Most interesting part time job? Lifeguard.

What’s a movie you can quote? I have probably watched the movie Bridesmaids a zillion times.

What do you like about KC? KC has everything you need from a City (culture, arts, food) without all the bad stuff like traffic or high cost of living.

How & when did you get connected to The Hill? I joined CFMH when I first moved to KC in 2012 and have remained connected ever since.

How long have you been working at The Hill? May 2018!

Why is developing Corporate Partnerships important to you personally? I want to change the way our society thinks about health and wellness in the workplace. If you take care of your employees, they will take care of your customers and your business will take care of itself. It’s time to shift the paradigm!

What do you love about your job? Do you guys have all day? No seriously, if I had to pick one thing it would be the people of The Hill KC. It doesn’t get any better.

What certifications do you hold and which are you most proud of? Certified Personal Trainer.

What continuing ed are you planning or currently doing? Currently working on my Behavior Change Coach certification through ACE.

How would you describe your coaching style? Trial and Error. lol

What’s something you wish everyone knew about health and fitness? “Small changes lead to lasting change. Don’t try to do too much at once. You could be setting yourself up for failure. Forget about everyone else. Are you doing better today than you did yesterday? That’s all that matters. “

What is something you are working on improving as an athlete personally? Listening to my body.

What are you looking forward to in 2018? Getting The Hill KC Corporate Wellness Program off the ground and running like a well oiled machine!

Survivor Friday 2018

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Survivor Friday

A WORKOUT FOR CANCER SURVIVORS AND THEIR FAMILY.

A cancer diagnosis is scary and confusing. Working out is scary and confusing. This is your chance to see that you not only survive, but thrive.

Meet other survivors who have taken control of their health in a supportive environment. Meet coaches who “get it.” You’re not alone. You got this.

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You’re not alone.

Join a supportive group of people just like you with coaches who care.

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Frequently asked questions

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Do I need to be in shape to participate?

Not at all! The movements are all designed to be beginner friendly with plenty of modifications.

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May I bring family & friends?

The more the merrier! Please just fill out the form below for each attendee.

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I’m not a survivor, but I work with survivors. Can I come?

YES PLEASE! We’ve found that the more allies survivors have who “get it”, the better things are for everyone.

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Does this cost anything?

Survivor Friday is a free event.

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The Details

FRIDAY, AUGUST 24TH, 6:30PM

THE HILL KANSAS CITY
2535 JEFFERSON ST.
KCMO 64108

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Will you join us?

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Featured Athlete of August: Patrick O’Day

Coachable | Hardworking | Positive

These are the attributes that we look for in our athletes. Each month we like to Feature an athlete who exemplifies these core values.

Patrick is just good people. Generous, patient, kind and super hardworking; Patrick puts the P in Positive! He helps shape our culture into the welcoming and go-for-broke everyday #fitfam that we are all so proud to be a part of. There’s nothing more satisfying than to see an athlete come eager to learn and improve with such consistency. Plus he’s quick to encourage and include others, and always willing to do the extra work.

Join us in Celebrating Patrick this August and let’s get to know him a little better…

What’s your athletic background? Nothing really. I didn’t do much organized fitness/athletics until I started doing CrossFit when I was in pharmacy school.

When did you start working out at The Hill? September of 2017.

What keeps you coming back? It’s cliche, but the people! If it wasn’t for the awesome members and coaches it would be just another CrossFit gym!

Was this your first experience with CrossFit? I started back in pharmacy school at Crossfit 864 in Clinton SC! It really started as a way to de-stress when my school workload was getting heavy.

If you could write the WOD what would it be? Pull-ups and sandbag work! Maybe throw in some moderate weight cleans to cycle for kicks.

What are some of your goals, fitness or personal- for 2018? For fitness I’d really like to get stronger in my Olympic lifts. I’m also a pharmacist at KU hospital, and I’m trying to get more involved in our residency programs and some research!

Any PR’s that your proud of? I hit 195 lbs on my clean and jerk! And I’ve done a few competitions with some other awesome Hill members, which have been a ton of fun.

List one or two improvements you have seen in your life since starting CF? I’ve started being more health minded. Before I started doing CrossFit I didn’t really watch what I ate or work out much. Now working out and cooking are two of my favorite things to de-stress.

What do you like about KC? KC is the perfect sized city. It’s big enough to always have something new to do, but small enough that it’s not overcrowded. There’s tons of awesome places to eat, and there’s a pretty awesome sand volleyball league (always looking for players!).

Why do you live in KC? And how do you like to spend your free time? I moved here to work at KU hospital. When I’m not at work, or The Hill, I’m usually playing volleyball, looking for tacos, or hanging by a pool.

What’s your favorite cheat meal? Cereal…. If there’s a box in my apartment it will be gone in 12 hours.

What would you say to someone thinking about starting CrossFit? DO IT! It’s the most supportive group of folks I’ve ever met! Wherever you are in your fitness level, all of the movements are modifiable, and the coaches and members are super helpful in getting you to your goals.

Anything else you would like to share with the whole #fitfam? #fitfam is the best way to describe you guys for me. At this point this is the farthest I’ve lived from home, and I didn’t know anyone when I moved here. All of you guys have been super welcoming, and KC would not be the same if I hadn’t joined The Hill!