Hello Frolic through Life Readers! I’m Courtney from Journey of a Dreamer and I’m so honored that Sylvia invited me to spend the day with you! I blog about Running, CrossFit and my weight loss Journey.
I’m sure you noticed Sylvia talking a lot about CrossFit recently (I love how she described it as a playground for adults!) I have been doing CrossFit for 3 months now and have seen some major changes in myself in just a short period of time. Physically, I have changed drastically thanks to starting CrossFit.
These pictures are exactly 60 days apart. While the physical changes are awesome, CrossFit has changed more than just my physical appearance… it has revolutionized my thinking.
Going into a CrossFit gym (or “box” as most CrossFitters call it) can be intimidating! I was so nervous before my first CrossFit experience. The warm up looked intimidating. After going through some coaching we did our first WOD, or Workout of the Day. It was hard, but I finished and when I did I felt strong. I accomplished something my mind tried to tell me I couldn’t do.
For the first few weeks it was tough to break through that inferiority complex I had in my mind. I thought that I wasn’t __________ enough… (Strong, Fast, Good, etc). When that timer counts down 3,2,1, GO! It’s like I turn into a different person. Pushing myself physically and mentally at CrossFit has built up my confidence and taught me that it is possible to take a weakness and turn it into strength. When I finish a workout I didn’t think I could do, it makes me wonder what else in life I can conquer if I stop doubting myself.
So, whether it is CrossFit, Running, Biking, Zumba or any kind of activitity don’t let the mental aspect stop you from giving it all you’ve got. Don’t tell yourself you can’t. You might surprise yourself and find you are stronger than you give yourself credit for.
What is something you’ve wanted to try but haven’t?
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