CrossFit Confessions (Part 10)

By: Deb Carr

I have to admit, today was a great day and it was needed. I had a tough weekend, feeling down, questioning why, when, how – you name it. Brian snapped me out of it real quick. I’m back on track and today the track is a 5K run. Not only did I finish, but I finished during class time (I sometimes run over). Realizing on my last 800m I was going to do this, I actually picked up the pace. I never stopped running – RUN DEBRA RUN! I zigzagged around cars, I jumped over hurdles (only kidding), I rocked and I loved it. What is it about CrossFit? It is so addicting. Thank you CrossFit and thank you AC/DC for great running music. I completed my first 5K!

PS, I was reading previous confessions trying not to be redundant. July 1st, 2011, I confessed I will never be able to do a pull-up. Well here’s the Editors Note: January 9th, 2013 I did my first pull-up. Work hard and leave the doubts at home because good things will come. Now if I listen to my own advice, I shouldn’t have any more tough weekends. HA! Fat Chance.

CrossFit Confessions (Part 9)

By: Deb Carr

Forgive me but it has been a long time since my last confession. I’ve come to the realization of just how far I’ve come. Today in class, I held a plank for 2 minutes and 45 seconds. My previous time was 1 min 30 sec and before that, 30 sec. There are not many workouts I can kick butt that I know of, but WOW! What an improvement. I didn’t even know I could do that. As a senior member of CrossFit – longevity, not age – I am getting fitter, stronger, and people are noticing. It’s taken a long time, 15 months, but now I know I can do this. It’s still a challenge and I still struggle, but give me the time I need and I’m there – A CrossFitter. I have to give thanks to everyone at U R CrossFit. Without their inspiration, support, and patience, I would be that unfit, flabby woman I was 15 months ago. They Rock! I Know!

CrossFit Confessions (Part 8)

By: Debra Carr

I thought my confessions were over. Once I became a CrossFitter, there no longer seemed a need to confess my trials and tribulations, but I was wrong. I recently missed 2 1/2 weeks due to vacation and illness. My fellow CrossFitters missed me and I missed them. After working out again and wondering how I would do, I went home and that great feeling that sparked the confessions in the first place returned.I can’t explain it. I usually keep things to myself. I just have a need to write down how good I feel and share what CrossFit has done for me. It’s a natural high. After missing so much time, I know my muscles will be sore, but I’ll be back tomorrow and then next day. Just can’t get enough.

CrossFit Confessions (Part 7)

CrossFit Confessions (Part 7)

By: Debra Carr

I have to confess-crossfit is much more than a fitness program. It has
crossed over to all aspects of my life. Yes-I am physically stronger
but I am mentally stronger too. My self esteem and confidence level is
through the roof. Not only do I look better, but I feel great and I am
ready to take on any challenge-watch out world! I will no longer
consider myself the old slow one. I am a crossfitter and I like it!

CrossFit Confessions (Part 6)

By: Debra Carr

I started CrossFit because I had to do something. My physical well-being was pathetic. You should see the indentation of my butt in the couch! Getting a new couch was out of the question. After 6 months of CrossFit, I may still be the slow one, but outside of CrossFit, I am a new person. I am definitely more fit, I look better, and I feel a confidence that I lost which extends to the rest of my life. Economic times are tough, and I feel the pinch, but I’ll cut something else back if need be. I’ve been told my confessions are inspirational, but in reality, my classmates inspire me. Without them, I could not run 600m, deadlift 95lbs, or perform real burpees. I could not ever touch my toes. I started CrossFit because I had to do something. Now I want to do it.

Editors note: For those not used to CrossFit terminology, a Burpee is a simple move you can perform anywhere. Start in a standing position, then crouch down and put your hands on the floor. Kick you feet back to a plank position and lower your whole body until it is touching the floor. It should feel similar to a push-up, although the form can be loose. Now kick or step your feet back under your trunk, stand back up and jump up in the air. That series completes 1 burpee. Here at U R CrossFit, we have a fun challenge called the Summer of 1000 Burpees. Everyone has improved immensely and several have already passed the 1000 mark and have not slowed down.

CrossFit Confessions (Part 5)

CrossFit Confessions (Part 5)

By: Debra Carr

I was thrilled. Another baby-boomer joined CrossFit. She was impressive -put me to shame. But then I do not compare myself to anyone, remember? Still, I hiked the Georgia Mountains while my friend waited in the car and I bogey-boarded the Atlantic Ocean and got the longest ride of the day. My husband noticed -to his and my delight- I am getting my curves back. All I can say is sign me up again. I can’t stop now.