Julie Foucher is a medical degree student, professional CrossFit athlete and coach. She is also considered one of the fittest and most consistent CrossFitters in the world, never finishing outside top 5 at her four Games appearances. Julie’s CrossFit athleticism stemmed from high school gymnastics, tennis, soccer, and track and field. As a senior she won the Michigan Division II all-around gymnastics championship.
Julie was first introduced to CrossFit while completing her undergrad at the University of Michigan in the summer of 2009. Within one year she qualified for the Games, finishing in 5th place at the 2010 CrossFit Games and 2nd place at the Central East Regionals. Julie also finished in 5th place at the 2011 CrossFit Games but took out 1st place at the Central East Regionals.
Julie then went on to become the 2nd Fittest Woman on Earth at the 2012 CrossFit Games and finish 1st place at the Central East Regionals. In 2013 she took a year off from competition to focus on medical school. Upon her return Julie stood on the podium yet again as the 3rd Fittest Woman on Earth at the 2014 CrossFit Games and finished 1st place at the Central East Regionals. In 2012 and 2014 she also finished in 1st place at the CrossFit Invitational with Team USA.
Unfortunately during Julie’s appearance at the 2015 Central Regionals she tore her Achilles tendon. We’ll never forget her heartache, drive, determination and spirit that day, it was devastating yet an inspiration to say the least. Julie carried on competing with a large black medical boot and still finished in 8th place. WOW! This injury resulted in surgery which prevented Julie from competing at the 2015 CrossFit Games. Post injury, Julie finished in 13th place at the 2016 Central Regionals.
Currently Julie is focused on her medical training and will graduate class of 2017 with her medical degree from Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University.
Julie has had a life changing experience due to CrossFit. She has incredibly beautiful movement, technique and consistency. We love this determined, hard-working, strong and inspirational woman and we’re excited to see what’s next for this champion! Will we see her again on the podium at the 2017 CrossFit Games? We sure hope so!
The harder it is, the better you become. – Julie Foucher
Benchmark Stats:
- Clean & Jerk 195lb
- Snatch 165lb
- Deadlift 310lb
- Back Squat 255lb
Diet and Training:
Julie eats strict paleo, but has 1-3 full cheat meals per week. She swears by PetesPaleo meals from The Paleo Chef and snacks from Steve’s PaleoGoods.
She does multiple workouts in a day 3+ times a week, strictly schedules her rest days and typically rests 4 or more days per month. Julie began CrossFit with Coach Doug Chapman from HyperFit USA. For the past 5 years her coach has been Ann Arbor who determines her programming. Julie now trains and coaches at CTOWN CrossFit in Cleveland, Ohio. She loves helping athletes live healthier and more fulfilling lives.
Julie Loves:
- About Time Whey Protein Isolate
- About Time Paleo Protein Bar
- Paleokrunch Paleo Bar Grainless Granola
- Kaleokrunch Kale Bar
- Paleogoods Dried Fruit
- Fuel for Fire Protein Snack
- PurePharma O3
- PurePharma Bundle Pack – M3, D3, O3
- Qalo Silicone Ring
- Reebok Women’s and Men’s CrossFit Speed TR Training Shoe
- RX Smart Gear Jump Rope
- Reebok Womens One Series Shorts
- Reebok Women’s Crossfit Chase Shorts
- Reebok Women’s CrossFit Skinny Solid Bra
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