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November 2025 Athlete Of The Month
Congratulations to Elana Shaw, Baltimore Built's November 2025 Athlete Of The Month. Elana's consitency in our 6am class has been paying off. She is getting very strong, lifting more than ever and improving her technique. Just "keep on keeping on", Elana!
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December 1, 2025
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Name: Elana
Age: 27
Occupation: Research
What brought you to Baltimore Built? My buddy Marc kept telling me how great it is.
How long have you been a member at Baltimore Built? 4 months.
Were you athletic or involved in sports when growing up? If so, what sports and or activities did you participate in? Never was particularly good at any but rowed, ran, and did gymnastics.
Were you working out regularly prior to joining Baltimore Built? If so, what were you doing? Yes, CrossFit and walking the dog.
Why do you workout? Makes me feel great and it’s a bit of a social hour.
What is your favorite lift or movement and why? Muscle ups because they’re an adrenaline rush.
What is your favorite workout or type of workout and why? Anything where we go outside or upside-down, makes me feel young.
What have you accomplished as an athlete (big or small) during your time at Baltimore Built? Met an amazing group of very welcoming people and coaches who make me laugh every morning I show up, and also I am lifting heavier than ever before.
What fitness goals do you have for the next year? Just keep on keeping on.
How has your fitness influenced and/or impacted your life outside of the gym? Working out makes me better at almost everything I try to do and also I’ve met some really great people - generally great for the mood.
What hobbies and activities do you enjoy outside of the gym? Walking my dog, working on my boat, jumping in the harbor when the PPM in there allows, riding my bike, running, painting every now and then.





