Almost a year ago, one of my best friends said, "OH! You have got to try Crossfit". Seeing as though I am the least competitive person in the world, I have no athletic ability, and I have gained over 80 lbs in the last four years, this was a genius plan. Crossfit caters to the unmotivated, fat and lazy, right?
The past year has been full of challenges. But the one thing that has been a source of pride for me has been Crossfit. I'm rarely proud of my WOD's. Seriously, my source of pride comes simply from SHOWING UP. I'm not joking. Sure, I've made some improvements, but nothing that makes me incredibly proud, because I'm so hard on myself. I can't run more than a 400m, I can't do a pull-up. But I can be proud that I go. So that is my jumping off point.
My goals for this year: 200 WODs. Run a mile without quitting. Pull-ups. And double-unders. I want to be able to go to Crossfit without looking on the site to see if I think I can do the WOD. I want to not be petrified of partner workouts.
I'm 30. I'm a good 3 years older than the average age at Crossfit, I weigh 50 pounds minimum than the average PERSON who works out there. But I want to learn to compete with MYSELF, and not with the voices in my head.
Rachel, you are amazing!!! :) And I know EXACTLY how you feel, I promise. But you are right, just keep showing up for the WODs and your goals will come. The thing about Crossfit is that it takes time! It really does. When I first started crossfit I could NOT run as 400m. I am very proud of you Rach! And you and I both just have to keep supporting each other like we have and our goals will come. Love you lots! Don't give up. I'm here for you, well the whole SCCF Family is here for you.
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