Looking Forward to Double Unders?

It happened - today was the day that I NEVER thought would exist in my CrossFit World!! I was in the middle of my WOD and it dawned on me that I was actually looking forward to the Double Under portion of my workout. NOW - before anyone get's their panties in an uproar - because you actually know my TRUE feelings about double unders - let me explain myself!

I am sore. I am BEYOND sore. I am SO SORE that I had to roll over onto my stomach to get off of the recliner last night. So picture this - me sitting in the recliner in the relaxed position and NOT being able to lift my upper body forward to get out of the chair, so I proceed to roll over onto my stomach and "SCOOCH" off of the recliner end until my feet hit the floor. At that point I am able to bend my knees and stand tall. Don't laugh, I know you've been there.

So, what made me think I should come to a WOD that had 150 box jumps, 150 DU's and 150 sit-ups? Well, because it was on the board right?

I have been doing some strength training on the side to work on my clean and snatch maxes. I have goals as you all know to get a 155# clean and jerk. After working my strength and running the endurance last night I feel like I have been run over by one of those rollers they use to smooth asphalt!!

Jumping on the box felt like I was lifting 2 100# tree trunks 20" off the ground. Then I got to my DOUBLE UNDERS and it was like a miracle of miracles I was able to get 10-12 starting out...then the numbers dropped by I was pretty happy. And heaven forbid I got to the sit-ups - I couldn't lift my body without grabbing my arse and my thighs to start myself into my sit-up. The first 50 reps I felt the tears streaming from my eyes. Jim told me to use my arms so I would start with the arm swing and my abs said "NOPE" so I had to grab and pull!!!! Vision's of the recliner flashed in my eyes.....and then I thought (here it comes) -

"I can't wait to get back to my double under's!!" WHAT THE HECK!!!!

Someone pinch me, this must be a dream!
I may have to stand to watch the Games tonight!!

Wanted: 1 Dream Interpreter

Ok - since I have done the triathlon I am having a re-occurring dream! I have had it at least 3 times now and possibly 4 but didn't realize it! If that makes any sense. The last time I had it was on Saturday night - and I believe it was brought on by Karl insisting he was going to teach me how to swim and I WOULD do another Tri. When he talked about it you could literally feel my heart beating outside of my chest!

Here is my dream: Any help you could give would be awesome!

The first time I dreamed this dream I was all alone on a bike ride but I was apparently in a race - as I am riding down the street people are pointing and clapping and cheering me on but they are also counting the "1" me. I ALWAYS come to the same corner and turn right - I do not know where I am but it ALWAYS looks the same. Approximately 50 meters after I turn right I come to this staircase - I know that I have to get off my bike at the staircase and carry my bike down the stairs. Each time I get off my bike and carry it down the stairs to what looks like a path that will take me across this bridge but inevitably every time I get to the last stair the staircase fills up with water and in order to get across to the other side I have to swim under water with my bike. Of course I never make it, I ALWAYS wake up remembering sitting at the bottom of the stairs with my bike but frozen and unable to move forward.

That was my first dream - each time after this there were more people in the race. The second time I dreamed it their were 3 people and I am ALWAYS last. The third time I dreamed it there were 5 people. This past Saturday night I remember being the 23rd person.....(which also happens to be one of my favorite numbers - 3 and 23 are my numbers!) Weird I know! No matter what I am the last person down the staircase and every time I get to the bottom there is water that I can't get across.

Now, let's recall a few things from the triathlon. I was one of the first people in the water because they release us by age and I happen to be an old fart in the gym! I was THE last person out of the water. I swam not to win but to save my life. After the swim - I was mentally OUT of the race. I pretty much biked the 20k with no competition (that's what happens when you're the last one out of the water) and my 5k caught up with some people and was able to pass.

So, the question is - I am still scared? Or is this a sign of some sort? Am I really subconsciously thinking I should do this again?

CrossFit Games on ESPN2

I can't stop thinking about these ATHLETES!!!!!

I don't know about you - but I can't get enough of this! I am not an avid TV watcher - let alone sports - I have never sat through an entire sporting event - when I watch football - I watch the cheerleaders do their stunts - basketball - can't wait for half time to see the halftime show - hockey - I'm usually the fan that can't wait for a good fight!

The "Sport of Fitness!" I can't stop - this fuels me like nothing ever has. I am so inspired by these athletes that I want to head to the gym after I watch it just to see if I can do half of what they can do.

I have goals that I WILL accomplish - a 155# clean and jerk, a muscle up, their snatches are beautiful, they make everything look so easy. Their athleticism is amazing and I have caught the FEVER!!!

Everyone can do CrossFit - it's a modifiable sport for a reason - we all start at the bottom and now by showing the Games on TV we can see what it's like to be at the top.

What have the games done for your CrossFit? Am I the only one that feels this way? Where do you want to be 6 months from now? What are your CrossFit goals?

Emotion does not equal eat sugar!!!

How many times have I let this happen? I have a bad day and I head straight for the sugar!?!?!

I knew I had a cheat day left and I was so super proud that I did NOT use it on Saturday for a silly reason like being at Purdue with Bri. I was very good about packing and having "good" food with me while I traveled and when we went out to eat I was diligent about eating smart......

So, 12+ hours later - no sleep - and leaving her at Purdue "again!" Look at what state I am in.....

I must constantly remind myself that EMOTION DOES NOT EQUAL SUGAR!!!!!!!

So, let's talk about Bri....she is doing awesome and it was so nice to see her. She is playing Rugby for Purdue and rushed and made it into Tri Delta Sorority. We ate good food went on a shopping spree laid in bed and watched movies and talked until our faces turned blue.

I can't believe what an awesome woman my daughter is becoming. She is kind, considerate, constantly thinking of others and I am SUCH a proud MAMA!!! She is flourishing and what else could a mom ask for when she sends her daughter off to college? I pray and pray every night that I have given her the values and morals to hold her head high, always stand up for what she believes in, while still taking others feelings into view, but never letting herself be less of herself!!! That's a high standard to live by.....but I think she is well on her way.

I have to take those little moments when we are together and use those to get by until I see her again. There is such a special bond that a mama has with her baby girl......it's so hard yet so rewarding to see them grow up!!



Bri is a 2nd generation Purdue Rugger following in her Daddy's footsteps....Here is a picture of her following her 1st Purdue Rugby Tournament.

Day 15 - Whole 30 Challenge - Veggies Rule

I awoke this morning to an awesome feeling.....today I feel like I have leaned out. Which is my purpose for going strict on the Whole30. I am officially starting day 15 and feel like I am finally over the sugar cravings and onto a newer, better, leaner me!!

I know that I joke around about Starbucks having their International Chocolate Day and how can I survive it but in reality, I am not even craving it. I have found a way to satisfy my "sweet tooth" and I know you're all gonna laugh at me but it's my juice. I crave vegetable juice now!

I have never in my life time eaten so many vegetables in one day. I have vegetable juice for breakfast (homemade of course), a large salad for lunch, and with my dinner I have been eating 2-4 servings of vegetables a night!! I personally was falling into a routine of making sure I got my protein and then if maybe possibly still hungry I would have a "bit o veggies!" Now, I plan my meal around my veggies.

It's been an entire week and I have no urges to lick the donut! How's that for progress?

I have some pretty lofty goals in the gym for December of 2011. I want to RX on Linda - which anything called "3 Bars of Death" should be banned and I want a sub 5 minute Fran. So, with goals I will move forward - eating my veggies and loving life.

I don't even like donuts......

I can't remember the last time I ate a donut - it has to have been YEARS. I do remember as a child my dad was a baker and we would get up early and he would take us to the bakery to help him fill those early morning donut orders. We would make cake donuts, and ice them, and fill them, and pack them up in boxes. It is a great memory I will forever keep of my father. But - you know what I rarely ever ate them!

So why this morning when I was standing in line waiting for my Starbucks Grande Bold Black Coffee did I want to lick the donut the guy in front of me was eating? I seriously thought to myself I just want to lick the cream right out of that donut!! I swore I was losing my mind!!

I will tell you why - because I am a crazy carb craver!! So what if I just worked out and drank my nice big cup of fruits and vegetables mixed with coconut water - that apparently wasn't enough to curb my carb cravings!! Instead I envision myself licking the cream off the donut of the guy in front of me in line!! SICKO!!!!

Will the carb cravings ever end? Honestly this was one of the first ones I have had in the past 8 days of cutting them out of my life completely!

The moment passed as I walked out with my coffee, I just had to laugh at myself! What's next I say?