Ellie grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwestern Virginia. She played lots of sports growing up but at the age of 9 she quit everything so she could swim competively year-round. Thus, swimming became her life. After high school, Ellie swam at Drexel University in Philadelphia –– where she met her boyfriend and CFC member John. After finishing her undergrad degree and saying a sad goodbye to her time as a swimmer, Ellie knew she needed a new workout routine to keep her grounded as she started law school at Temple University. John had tried to convince Ellie to try CrossFit in the past but she had never seriously considered it. Finally, he convinced her to give CFC a try, so she did. Ellie hasn’t looked back since. Ellie has become a fiercely loyal member of the 5:45 morning crew. She loves starting her day with a workout surrounded by all the amazing people at CFC. When she isn’t studying or at the gym, Ellie loves to drink coffee, read novels, and water her plants.