Day 40!They don't even have a name for that workout yet, but I came the closest to a full *Buttercup* that I have ever come!
What I'm thinking about today is how far I've come - already. You don't have to want to go to Africa or climb Mt. Everest or even go bowling to get great value out of CrossFit.
My first day, I couldn't get down to the floor and get up again without holding onto something very sturdy and moving very slowly.
Now I can get down and up almost without thinking about it, and not holding onto anything!
I move better, I feel better, I can just do more! And, my posture has improved. I've lost a couple inches around the middle. What's not to like?? lol
I remember a few weeks ago, I still couldn't do one real sit-up. I was substituting *lay-downs* for *sit-ups.*
In a lay down, you basically lay down on the floor any way you can and then get yourself to a sitting position any way you can. I had to use hands, elbows - pretty well *walk* myself to a sitting position.
Yesterday, I did 10 sit-ups - real sit-ups (the easiest kind) - 3 times!
Even if I didn't end up going to Africa, I can tell I'm going to have a lot more fun here. I'm already having more fun.
Doing senior-sized CrossFit is like having recess every day!
Have you ever wished you could do more? It is not too late!
9 comments:
I love this thought--view rest days as recess!!
You are doing great and have much to be proud of!!
More tomorrow after my meet!! Butterflies are visiting but i am sure I will be fine once there!! Its my buddies that are supporting me from far and wide that will get me thru this with flying colors!! Lift starts at 1130, send me positive love and energy!! Thanks
Delita,
I concur with the "it's never too late" sentiment. And we're almost neighbors. I live in Cary now, but used to be a regular at Brand X in Ramona, CA. I just bookmarked your blog, and will probably add it to the sidebar on my own.
Sarena, LOL - I'm considering my WOs as *recess* 'cause for this gramma it is like getting to go out and play. I have missed it! Can't wait to hear your good news!
Hey, Patrick! Yeah, Cary is pretty much in the neighborhood. You could do the CrossFit-SWAT with a punch card and go every week or two for help with different WOs - or maybe you don't need that.
May I put your name and a link to your blog here as a *Friend of CF Grammas?
Thanks for the note and link!
Hi, Delita. I linked from your workout journal. I'll be following your progress...it's so refreshing to meet people who are committed to being healthy and happy. Good luck in your endeavors and God bless you!
Theresa - hey! Thank you! I've read your blog! :-)
May I link your blog to your name on our list of "Friends of CF Grammas?"
I really appreciate your interest. People like you inspire me to keep going even when I'm starting to want not to. It is amazing how much support even one comment gives. Thank you!
Of course you can put my link as a friend. I'll stop by regularly to check on your progress.
Thanks, Theresa! Being checked on keeps me honest! lol
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