This has been a really good training week for sure. PR’s with each lift, today being no exception. I am really learning the art of resting between sets too. Coach Randy is adamant about it and it really does make a difference. It’s such a different approach to lifting for me than in the past – and to see the progress because of it is so motivating.
Front Squats
3 rep: 175# PR
WOD
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Chin Ups
Slam Balls 15#
1 man-maker each round 20# db
15:53
I am so happy about this WOD too. I did all the chin ups solid. That’s 50 solid chin ups and my time wasn’t too shabby.
I’ve been reading a lot about nutrition and different approaches to eating based on one’s athletic ability. What has become really clear to me is that there are so many theories out there and they run from one extreme to the other.. Eat this, don’t eat this etc. The thing that has become really clear is we are all different and based on that fact, one size doesn’t fit all. We all have different goals, different body types, different histories and genetics – so how can one approach work, really? It seems so common sense, but if it were widely acknowledged -then we wouldn’t all be reading about all the different approaches being “the one” that works. You have to try different ones –and customize what works for you. Period. So, the more you read and learn – the more you are able to figure out what works.
There is no denying though that the closer your food comes to the original source, the better. Processed foods aren’t good for you. Sugar is not good for you. But whether you eat potatos or rice – well, that’s up to you. And don’t be the Nutrition police – no one is perfect. My sermon for today is now over.
Why I Don’t Promote “Clean Eating”
And the final thing I want to share is this article written about 3 years ago in the CrossFit journal: Beyond the Body. It’s about the traits beyond the physical ones that make CrossFit chicks so attractive. I like the perspective because for me, it goes way beyond that. I love the challenge, the amazement, the intensity and the people I get to experience from CrossFit – inside and outside the gym.