6/25/09

Snatch 2-2-2

"There isn't a ruler, a yard stick or a measuring tape in the entire world long enough to compute the strength and capabilities inside you."
- Paul J. Meyer

Future Selves
*Post thoughts to comments

The calm before the storm...

Results (AM Session):

Jacob                145, 155(f), 145
Kim H.                55, 60, 65
Zeke                   85, 95, 105
J. Rich                65, 65, 65
Emily                  60, 65, 70
Dole                   75, 85, 85
Garcia                95, 105, 115(1)
KG                     75, 85, 95
T-Bone               65, 75, 65
Joe                    135, 145, 145(f)
Anne                   15, 15, 15
BC                      135, 155(1), 155(f)
Tim                     25, 30, 30
Bill                      25, 30, 30
Shannon M.          45, 50, 55

Comments

[Katrina]

I loved the article for today! I truly believe a majority of the reason I am at cross fit is for my future. For those of you that don’t me, I am the somewhat bigger red head always off to the side getting my butt kicked by Sean (not for long Justin said I am to join the crew for classes starting next week.. anxiety sets in.. that is another topic all together). Over the last three years I went from being this active and fit young woman to someone that has slowly stopped working out quite as much, and has watched the weight pile on. As hard as it is to deal with the physical result and reactions to my daily life, it is more terrifying to deal with what the future would hold if I didn’t do something, and do something now! While my physicals still ran perfectly clean, I could not help thinking about what would happen to my body 5 and 10 years from now. The thought of even having children with my husband; and bringing them into a home where our activity levels were not up to optimal level and they had an obese mother was/is the last thing I ever wanted to do. Not to mention on my father’s side no one has ever lived past 57years old; (no that’s not a typo) cancer and heart disease conquer on his side. As I approach 30 I keep thinking to myself how young 57 is. Being at cross fit for the last 10weeks has given me a glimpse of the strong body I used to have; and the way I feel due to working out and cutting flour out of my diet is phenomenal. It really gives me hope for the family my husband and I will have in the future, and our future as we grow older together. This truly has become a permanent change in my life as I believe now is for tomorrow! I think my husband’s thoughts run close to mine, and while he does not having weight to shed being healthy for us and our future family runs close to his heart too (he had his first night in the box yesterday, good job honey)!

[joel]

Great post Katrina. Keep up the hard work!

[Dingo]

Katrina,
I can't tell you how close to home that hits with me. I too was following in my father's footsteps on my way to becoming the stereotypical fat italian. However, WCCF has changed my life for the better and I am glad to see it is working for you. I speak for everyone here when I say we can't wait to have you join the "crew" and we welcome you with open arms (albeit sweaty arms in this weather.) It is going to be awesome to be there for you on your journey to a healthier life for your husband, yourself and maybe a few rugrats in the future. See you soon.

[Yaz]

Katrina,
Congrats on beginning your crossfit journey! Can't wait to sweat it out with you in the box.

For any Iron Maiden fans out there - today's pic should be called the Loneliness of the Long Distance Rower...

[Liz S.]

This article really hit home for me. In August it will be the two year anniversary of my mother's death. She died from colon cancer at the age of 53. She almost never exercised and smoked until her last days. While I don't think those things caused the cancer, her case was really an anomaly, I can't help but wonder if she had been in better shape if her body would have held out a little longer. Given us more time with her. Who knows if that is the case? But while in all honesty I work out for mainly vanity reasons, in the back of my mind I want to do everything I can to keep my body healthy and strong so hopefully I will have a better chance as I get older.

[Lauren]

This could be my favorite article yet. And Katrina, Dingo, Meme - ALL of those who have personal stories to share - thank you so much for letting us hear those stories.

Even though much seems to be focused on the fastest times, the heaviest sets and those who destroy workouts, those "stories" have nothing on you guys and those who are working just as hard as those who finish in the top 5 of the CrossFit Games but are working towards a better life instead. We have so many people at WCCF (meaning members and those who follow our site that live out town) that are more inspirational than someone doing a sub-2 minute Fran.

Katrina, I can't wait until you join the classes (yes, Dingo is right, there will be open arms, though you might not want to touch them!) It's people like you that "get it" that make CrossFit what it is, and it's why I am so passionate about it.

"A man too busy to take care of his health is like a mechanic too busy to take care of his tools." - Anonymous

Thanks for the input everyone.... It's nice to get back to the root of CrossFit.....

[Whitey]

Katrina, your post and attitude are awesome. The WCCF community's supportive style will fold you into the classes with ease. Your mind sounds strong already and that is half the battle.

[Jeneral]

Great article and great posts. You're all making me smile today.

[Noah]

Thank you Katrina and Dingo for sharing your stories. I couldn't agree with Lauren more that you are the athletes that should be celebrated, not the juiced up guys that can snatch 350lbs over their heads. I constantly hear people talk about what they need to do or what they should be doing...you guys should be recognized for acknowledging the problem and doing something about it. Crossfitters are do'ers (get ur minds outta the gutter) not talkers and it sounds like you'll fit in just perfectly.

Now get into the group classes and DO WORK!!!

[Will]

PM Athletes:

Mitch 95-95-95
Petro 95-95-95
Phil 35-35-35
Butch 75-75-75
Kevin 115-130-140
Muggs 95-115
Tita 45-45-35
Jason 95-115(F)-95
Schmiggy 95-95-95
Kate 55-65-75
Greg 115-125-135
Harmon 95-105-105
Magic 95-100-105
Aaron 95-100-105
Rocky 35-35-35
Edwin 45-45-45
K. 45-50-55
Bill 45-45-65
Quadzilla 45-45-65
Lloyd 45-65-65
Kirk 45-65-65
Tommy 45-45-45
Daniel 45-45-65
Colleran 45-45-65
Coco 45-50-55
Daniel 45-45-45
Donna U. 45-50-55
Yaz 35-45-50
Miles 75-75-75
Jodi 15-15-15
Michelle 35-35-40
Ashley 35-40-40
Liz S. 45-50-50
Jess 35-40-45
Kelly 35-40-45
Alycia 45-50-50
Maggy 45-50-50
Brent 75-85-85
Manny 65-65-65
Steve B. 135-140-145

Oly Athletes:

Name Clean & Jerk 1RM - Back Squat 1RM
Cal 220 - 295
Corey 195 - 285
Max 185
Leo 225 - 275
Dingo 240 - 405
Doogie 235 - 315
Nick 235
Huddy 165

Great night once again. Have a great weekend if I don't see ya.

[Katrina]

I am really excited/honored to be welcomed with open arms into such an amazing and supportive crew (I don't mind the sweat)! I did the work out late with Sean tonight .... 65-70-75

[Peyton]

Katrina, Thank you for your honest post. I hope you know how many people you inspire! Nice work tonight - damn girl!!