Make it a Challenge

[CFWkids + me ]

This might be hard to believe, but I'm actually going to post about Crossfit today...

This past weekend I went to go visit my best friend up in Massachusetts, who belongs to Crossfit New England. Friday we did the following workout: 

10, 9, 8...1

Clean and Jerk (did mine at #75)

24" Box Jumps 

GHDs

To say I struggled is an understatement. Then, two days ago, I did "Fran" RX for the first time. Struggled through it, but thankfully made it in under the 10 min time cap. And all in all, after these workouts.....ouch. It hurt during and boy am I sore... 2 days later!

What did I learn from these workouts, because we all know I like to make everything a learning experience? Challenge yourself! I could have easily decreased my weight on the C&J and not gone RX for Fran because I know I'm not in the best shape I have been in, but how will playing it safe ever get me anywhere? (there are some exceptions, like using a parachute if I choose to jump out of a plane...but you get my drift). At the same time, maintaining the balance between challenging myself and listening to my body is a constant battle. Learning how to balance this is something I feel like I've been able to do by watching my trainers, my Crossfit inspiration (Kate Schuh) and some days, just trusting my gut. 

So don't be nervous about finishing last, struggling through or being sore for days after and don't sell yourself short. Go a little heavier, push a little harder. Those "littles" will pay off in the long run. Life ain't supposed to be easy ya'll. (clearly been listening to too much country music...)

hands post-Fran...yum