Julia is a freshman at Hope College in Michigan.  She’s been running cross country and track since 6th grade, and she loves it! She’s from Chicago, Illinois and She has a big extended family that she loves like crazy!  She loves running, cooking, spending time with friends and family, and doing ceramics. She began treatment for anorexia during her junior year of high school, and since then, she’s become incredibly passionate about using her experience to help others and prevent eating disorders from starting. She also runs a food Instagram and blog called Julia’s Plate that she started about 2 years ago, where she shares recipes, thoughts, and some really tasty treats!