CrossFit Works

Quite often, a client will come up to me and report an accomplishment that he/she has achieved outside of the gym doors.  Naturally, I am also proud when an athlete achieves something within the boundaries of the gym.  Handstand push-up here, muscle-up there, the frequent achievement of a faster mile, or improvement in a benchmark WOD~~These make all of your coaches’ jobs worthwhile.  There are times when I truly believe that we are just as, if not more, pumped about your achievements (just ask Meg Testa about “LP’s PR Dance”).  But, there is something about an achievement that takes place outside of the gym.  The fact that something that you work so hard for daily, actually transfers into what you love in life, is marvelous.

Here’s a few of the sentiments that I’ve heard in the past few weeks:

Do you know Jessica Lavigne?  She is a mother of three, an ardent endurance athlete, and yoga instructor.  This past weekend, she went to a Yoga certification of sorts.  She told me that they used her as a model of the muscular human anatomy; asking her to hold a handstand for some minutes, while all looked on to study her muscles.  CrossFit: it works.

Do you know Raleigh Boales?  When Raleigh came to us, he appeared a muscular, in-shape young man, but he will tell you that his cardiovascular endurance suffered.  A few weeks ago, Raleigh proudly announced that he was able to run a route in Boston that he used to attempt to run one time through, but would just fatigue halfway.  As of late, he was able to run it multiple times, without ANY cardiovascular fatigue!  CrossFit: it works.

Do you know Connor Miniter?  He is the senior Captain of the Branford High School Swim Team.  Since he began CrossFit a few months ago, he reports that all of his times have improved.  CrossFit: it works.

How about Vikki Cooper...She has alway been athletic, and had ‘guns’ to be admired when entering SCF (“Big Daddy“!!).  Last month, she ran her first ever 5K race without any problems at all, training no other way besides CrossFit.  CrossFit: it works.

You may think that your accomplishments are small, but I’ve got to tell you, your coaches greatly appreciate hearing about them.  They are the very essence of why we do what we do.  So, from big to small, please keep us apprised.

PLEASE POST IN TODAY’S COMMENTS ANY SMALL (OR LARGE) ACCOMPLISHMENTS THAT CROSSFIT HAS HELPED YOU WITH OUTSIDE OF THE GYM.

Welcome back, McWalters!

Amy and Lisa proved to be quite the team on Saturday!

You can always count on Jenn to put a smile on your face...even during heavy deadlifts!

Krupa and Miya working hard.

Gotta' love the camaraderie on the platform on our lifting days

Who says that when working out gets tiring, you can't take a rest? check out Squeaks during tonight's kid's class.

9 Responses for CrossFit Works

  1. LP:
    January 18, 2012 10:08 am

    NO COMMENTS YET???? None of you have accomplishments??! I find that hard to believe!

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  2. Kaitlin V:
    January 18, 2012 11:42 am

    I’ve done about 7 small road races in the past two years and my last one (couple weeks ago) was by FAR the EASIEST!! I’m always searching for the finish line, and I crossed this one thinking…wait?…it’s over?? THANKS CROSSFIT!

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  3. Amy m:
    January 18, 2012 12:30 pm

    First 5k last October!!! Hated running, but wanted to prove I could do it!!!!! 30 minutes… Not bad!!!! (still dislike running, but getting better:))

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  4. Stacy D:
    January 18, 2012 01:00 pm

    For me it has not only been physical accomplishments, but mental accomplishments as well. Crossfit has given me the “mental strength” to be able to say “YES, I CAN DO _____” and the ability to get over the fear of failure/mistakes. For me these thoughts have enabled me to do kipping pullups, handstand pushups and double unders–among other things. Right now, I’m 8 and a half months pregnant and still trying to do as much Crossfit as I can–in a modified capacity, of course. But those thoughts are still there–I can do this and I’m not afraid to try/practice/perfect.

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  5. Ray:
    January 18, 2012 03:27 pm

    Get my weight under control, and regain my trial lawyer mojo….well, regain my stamina that enables me to try complex cases again….which makes me very happy.

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  6. Bill R:
    January 19, 2012 02:05 am

    I ran my first 5k several months before starting at SCF. My time was okay considering it was my first 5k and I had done little training for it. Fast forward a year after starting. I re-ran that same 5k, smashing my previous time by over 8 minutes. I’ve also started running other races, improving my times with each race. I also completed the tough mudder along with a large number of fellow SCF’ers. I could go on and on, but I’d rather thank the trainers and keep working.

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  7. Erin B.:
    January 19, 2012 10:44 am

    I have only begun my second week of crossfit and yes, you are all probably thinking what accomplishment have I achieved in only a week? Well, back in May 2011, I was diagnosed with a DVT and a pulmonary embolism (Blood clot that was in my calf that went to my lung). The blood clot actually passed through my heart and my heart hasn’t been the same since…lots of palpitations that I never had. Doctors never found out any reason for the clotting. So I went on coumadin for 6 months…at age 32. Prior to the clots, I was 20 lbs lighter, healthy, lean, a lot stronger and I had a ton of confidence and I wanted more out of my workouts (wish I had tried crossfit then). That all went downhill after I got sick. I wasn’t able to workout. I couldn’t to lift weights, I couldn’t run without my lungs burning and my heart racing and just letting fear control me. I fear everyday I will clot again and I just stopped pushing myself because of that fear, that anxiety I had and I used my clotting as an excuse to not get back into shape. This past week, I’ve challenged myself to do more than I ever thought I could. I didn’t think I could do any of it. I run OUTSIDE!! I sweat, I push myself and yes, my heart still does funky things, but I’m doing it, I’m finishing and I’m not afraid anymore. I’m getting my confidence back and I’m reaching to accomplish my goals (losing that 20lbs!!!). I was so happy one night after a workout I went home and told my husband how well I did and he said “well, guess who’s back?”. And he’s right. I’m smiling again I’m happy and I’m challenging myself and that fear is going away and I’m back to doing something that I truly have a passion for…that is a huge accomplishment for me and it’s all thanks to crossfit.

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  8. LP:
    January 19, 2012 07:18 pm

    Erin!!!! This is so touching! Thanks for sharing. I’m proud of you. Super proud…

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  9. Maria D.:
    January 23, 2012 08:56 pm

    Catching up on the Blogs. My xfit accomplishment is being to get Bruno, my 100 lb dog into the bathtub. :)

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