Some thoughts that were sick of being caged . . .

I am a creative person by nature, a business woman by profession, and a Crossfitter by choice. I choose to go in to challenge myself almost daily. Am I the fastest, surely not. Can I lift the heaviest, no, but at certain times I can hold my own. But I try. I try. I often wonder why more people don't do Crossfit or workout in any fashion for that matter. My conclusion is fear. Fear of the unknown, fear of failing, fear of looking like an idiot, fear of hurting oneself, and even fear of succeeding. For sure, fear of change. If I get healthy, I will want to give up my bad habits and replace them with good ones. It sounds like lots of work. It is and that is great. Drop the twinkie, get off your tooshie, and start feeling proud of making simple choices that will make you healthier and happier. I have been working out for a year and a half'ish now and it frustrates me that my stomach is still not flat. Ok, my diet is not perfect. I love sweets. But, my arms and shoulders are looking good. My always flat but is getting a nice rounded shape. Further more, I went from being the biggest whiney brat when it came to running to running every weekend because I love to do it. And I am proud as hell to say that I am a Crossfitter. Yes, please push me beyond my limits. I am beyond the point of the whines of "I don't want to do it" and accept the soreness as testament to my increasing strength. Give me more. Don't get me wrong. It is hard not to compare yourself to others who are faster and stronger than you. Especially in Crossfit where everything is timed and posted. Use that to push yourself, not get down on yourself.
One of my favorite shows is "The Biggest Loser." Why? It's not because I am looking for pointers on how to loose weight or ways to workout. It is for inspiration (and because I want Jillian's job). People who are really, truthfully unhealthy, getting their asses kicked on a daily basis to save their lives. It is so easy to get sucked into the sleep, work, eat, repeat drone of life. Add in some kids, and it is challenging to find time for yourself. By making time to workout almost every day, I am making time for me. And everyone needs some me time in this go, go, go world. Even our kids are being pushed to the max. I hate being told that they need to start in a sport when they are five if they want to play it in high school. Really? I want more for my kids. Playing, creating, enjoying just being a kid. Life is too short to start all the stress now. Ok, I got off track there. Sorry.
One of the coolest things that I have heard is that I inspired someone to workout. Not by telling them that they should, but by my simple act of doing what I do. They see the changes in me physically & mentally and it makes them want to change for too. So, for all of you Crossfitters who get your butts kicked on a regular basis, thanks for inspiring me and inspiring others to get healthy & fit. Now go give me one hundred burpees, baby!