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The FASTEST, The STRONGEST, The BEST!!!!!!

Everyday I think about how I can get faster, stronger, and better...

When I leave the gym, I have a little self reflection time and I think about what I should have done, could have done, or wish I had done...

I challenge myself by thinking that I could have gone heavier, I could have run a little bit faster, and I should have finished sooner.....

I see it in the kids and the adults alike, I think it happens to all of us or at least I hope so...

Even though it is not always easy, I hope every person challenges themselves, but knows that the race is within. It really doesn't matter what anyone else can do, it is all about pushing yourself to the edge of what is possible. It helps me to have others there so I know what is possible, to encourage me, and to push me, but when it comes down to it, I must challenge myself. Those questions should be welcomed and not discouraged. Somedays we are on top and sometimes not, but as long as we stay in the race, we are still improving!

If we all felt like a super hero in every workout, we would probably get bored and quit. So, thanks to all of those people in my classes that push me to be better, get faster, and do more! I am inspired daily and you are all super heros in my eyes!!!

And, here goes one more day of PUSHING!!!!

Effort

"Nothing great was ever achieved without great effort" Theodore Roosevelt

It is when your mind starts telling you that you should stop, that you should keep pushing to see results! If it isn't a little scary then you are probably not pushing yourself hard enough!

WAYFit HENRY!!!

A Super Wayfit Crossfit KID!! Henry has been coming to WAYA (West Austin Youth Association) for a program called WayFit for a few months and he has been smashing through his goals and old fears! The super speed of the camera was on accident, but it is an example of how fast he is developing!!! The "minute of doom" game, in the second video, was his least favorite game, but now he kills it! I am thrilled with his progress and love seeing his excitement!!

Come join Henry at WAYA on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5!!!

I am Crossfit because....

Left: Aug. 2008


Below: Aug. 2007

I am Crossfit because the workouts challenge me mentally and physically, therefore I challenge myself throughout the day to use that same momentum to complete daily tasks better!

I am Crossfit because I have Lupus, but it doesn't have me!

I am Crossfit because it gives me energy, strength, and most of all a great feeling to be alive!

I am Crossfit because it makes me feel like I can do anything!

I am Crossfit because the community is inspiring!

I am Crossfit because I want to be happy and healthy!

My purpose is to share life with others....When my body feels good, I feel good, and then I am able to help others more! However, if I do not make my body a priority, I have nothing to share with others.

I started Crossfit about 3 and 1/2 years ago, in Zach's bootcamp. I had been tired, sick, and had lost some weight before finding out that I had Lupus. I was bound and determined to get healthy, just to see if I could "outrun" the diagnosis. After a good 3 months of being the slowest runner and the biggest whiner, I quit bootcamp with the excuse that I couldn't afford it anymore, since I was a teacher. I was not willing to negotiate other parts of my lifestyle for my health, so I kept living the way I had been. At my "box" gym, I tried to recreate the excitement that I had in Crossfit, but quickly became bored of the treadmill and saw no results.

After 6 months of being out, I made a concious decision that I couldn't "outrun" my illness, if my health was not a priority. So, I picked up a side job, just to pay for Crossfit, and I went back to bootcamp. The old phrase "where there is a will, there is a way" is my motto! I frequently brainstorm about how I can do more, get more, and best of all give more!

My diet has changed from Taco Cabana and Miller Lite's to Zone friendly foods that give me energy, instead of making me want to take a nap!

I recently had to buy almost all new clothes, because I have dropped from a size 10 to a 4 and have lost about 15 pounds. I went from 32% body fat to 16%.

In 2009, I have a long way yet to go, but I hope to increase all my max weights, decrease my body fat a little more, and hopefully inspire others to love their body enough to treat it well!

What you put into it, you will get out of it!

I promise!

How to get in the Frenzy!!!

It seems like the main problem for most people to get started working out is making the time. So, I was thinking today about "how did I get started...I have not always been so eager to push my body to new limits."
What got me was I started the No Matter What strategy.....
In the beginning I told myself, 20 minutes a day, No Matter What! And, ya know...I think that is still what pushes me. Most days, I feel like doing more than that, but 20 minutes is not much. It can be a walk, playing with a kid, chasing your dog, or doing some pushups, situps, or squats...

Do whatever it takes NO MATTER WHAT to squeeze in 20 minutes and I think you might start seeing encouraging results!

And, if you need more motivation than that, maybe this silly video that I just happened to run across, will get you moving!

What is Crossfit Kids?

If you have wondered what is Crossfit Kids...well here is one example!

We mix it up different everyday, sometimes speed, coordination, agility, or strength, but always focusing on building self-esteem and confidence!

1379 Kids

1379 KIDS

From personal experience, this place is top notch when it comes to outfitting the little people in your life! Plus, check out their website. There is a list of community resources for children's fitness!

Dove Commercial

I love this!!!

Lean Turkey Challenge

It was a challenge of teamwork and we really worked together like a team. I am so proud of you turkeys!!! What a fun challenge!

How does your child measure up?

http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/dnpabmi/Calculator.aspx

I just came across this calculator that might assist you in figuring out your child's body mass index. The BMI should help you in determining how healthy your child is by comparing them to other children. Beware that you do not base all of your thoughts on one calculation. Consider their physical activity, nutrition, etc.... This calculator just uses a formula and may not be completely accurate in all circumstances!
Happy Measuring!

Be Careful....Your Thoughts are your Future!

I strongly believe that what you think about is what you will bring about so....watch your thoughts!
If you think positive fantastic things will happen...then they will!!!
And,
if you dwell on negative ideas they will definitely occur.

Just like the food you eat effects your mood, your thoughts effect your future!
Try it...it works!!!!
You will feel better and great things will begin to unfold!

Sedentary Kids

What foods should they eat? What vitamins should they take? Did they get enough sleep?
As a parent, there are million things to worry about with your child.
They are all important, but maybe if we decrease the amount of time that they are sedentary, we can lessen some of the other worries!

http://www.cnn.com/2006/HEALTH/diet.fitness/06/20/hb.kids.gym/index.html

This article recommends 10 minutes of physical activity after every 60-90 minutes, depending on the age of your child. I am not an expert, but I believe that if we are able to focus on more physical activity it is almost guaranteed that your child will.....
-develop healthy sleep patterns because they will be tired at bedtime.
-be more likey to choose better food choices because they will need "real" energy to fuel their play and most likely be aware of how food makes them feel.
-develop more social skills while playing with others.
-have less medical issues.
-develop a more creative and active minds through play.
-be able to focus more on the task at hand when they are expected to sit down and be still.
-have healthy bodies and minds!

It does not matter what they are playing, it can be very simple,as long as they are up and active!

The best Monday of the year!!

This is the best Monday of all the Mondays, because we get to do everything an hour later than normal!! I always wish for one more hour before I have to go anywhere and today is the day one day of the year, when you can get it! For example, I woke up at 5 a.m. and it was really 6 a.m.

So I think, if you are looking for a change, this week is the best week to start an early morning workout because you can trick your body! It is not really as early as the clock says! Go to bed early, then wake up early, and try a workout. It feels great to get it done and over with, in the morning, instead of anticipating it all day. I never thought I would be someone who could be the "Crazy Early Bird Exercise Person" (as I thought they were called) but it feels so good! Plus, I am able to get it over before other things get in the way. If your schedule permits, I challenge you to try it out this week and see what you think!

What is crossfit Kids?

We jump,
we run,
we toss,
we roll,
we laugh,
we encourage,
we balance,
WE PLAY,
we swing,
we LOVE IT!

Want to challenge your child to fun fitness?

This week, we are starting our very first kids class offered at the gym and it is going to be exciting!! There is nothing better than seeing kids challenge themselves physically and mentally. They will set and reach goals through physical activity that will foster self-esteem and a teamwork mentality. They will be in a positive environment full of encouragement and did I say....FUN!?!!