What is CrossFit? If you ask Greg Glassman he would anwer
that CrossFit is constantly varied high intensity functional movement. If you
ask me what CrossFit is, I’d answer that CrossFit is my savior. My name is Tony
I go to North Dakota State University and I Crossfit. I ended the previous
chapter of my CrossFit tale here with my Crossfit Gloves and here is how my
story continues.
During the first two weeks of WoD-ing, I’ve learned what CrossFit
really has to offer. I do wake up sore in the morning like the next CrossFitter
but I’ve been growing stronger and healthier really really FAST! It was a
painful and rewarding love-hate relationship. During my stay in the box, I’ve
been pushed to my physical limits on each WoD, and I was trained by CrossFit to
be prepared for any physical challenge that is presented to me. And since
CrossFit pushes you beyond your limits in mere minutes it’s the clear choice
for university students like me or very busy people to keep in top shape. My
SRX Crossfit gloves helped me get through most of my intense workouts. I was
able to do more reps in pull-ups because of the grip it provides me. There
really are some exercises that are easier to accomplish if you use Crossfit
gloves. It gives you the right support just when you need it the most.
Well apart from the physical benefits of CrossFit and
WoD-ing which speaks for itself, my team has instilled core values which are a
necessity to achieve any WoD and succeed in life. CrossFit has taught me to
discipline – from burgers, chips, and junk food to a strict “Paleo” diet. I’ve
also learned perseverance – without this you won’t be able to survive and
endure any WoD in CrossFit. The team also taught me humility and respect – to
never underestimate any WoD despite how much you’ve grown. And lastly CrossFit
has taught me confidence – this is one of the values I hold dearest since I
used to be a low self esteem type of guy, everyone inspired and motivated me to
take on any WoD or challenge, constantly moving forward and being better and
stronger than who I was the day before.
After months of WoD-ing people from the university started
paying attention to me, people who knew me saw the change and didn’t recognize
me. Because of CrossFit my life has flipped to the good side. Everything was
just brighter; I gained a new family, became healthier, and lost a LOT of
unnecessary pounds. My life is not what it used to be. Thanks to CrossFit. My
name is Tony and six months ago I was an average joe who was peasantly plump
and now I am AWESOME inside and out because I let CrossFit into my life.
