When people ask me why I get up so early to workout — it’s because of days like today at CrossFit. We did a bunch of gymnastics. There is something about learning how to do some of the things I struggled with as a kid that makes me giddy.  Where else can you go as an adult and learn some really cool stuff? It’s like a kid going to a moon bounce place for adults!

It was just Andre & I today– small group, means more focus on us and adjusting our form! Just an overall really fun day.

Warmupx2
20 4ct Jump Jacks
10 2ct 1/2 Jumping Jacks
10 Air Squats
10 Push Ups
5 Hand Stands

Coach Jerry is a former gymnast and he doesn’t let you use the wall to learn. So we practice with someone spotting us. There really is nothing like practice to help you learn certain moves — Once I tightened my core, I was able to hold it for a few seconds! Success!

Then we moved on to doing Handstands but on the Rings, and then practiced forward and reverse levers. Don’t ask me exactly how to do them — I just went for it, which is what you really have to do with so many of these moves. Practice, adjust, practice adjust and don’t be afraid to look ridiculous!

Here’s a video that shows a Ring Lever:

21,15,9
65lb SDHP
35 KB Swings
time: 5:20

Coach Jerry also worked with me on my SDHP form. I was pulling way too early and not popping my hips for the power. With some readjustments, I was able to figure it out. You can totally feel the difference once you have the form down. You have to use a lot more of your own strength when you don’t pop those hips.