I train 6 days a week. The words βgymβ and βworkoutβ are commonplace in our home. – For a while, my conscience struggled to guiltlessly embrace time in the #gym because it also meant time away from my children and it occasionally felt βselfish.β I have worked on and curtailed those feelings by clearly defining … More βππβπβπΎ ππππΌ πππππβ
As a little girl, I loved the story of Cinderella. Kindness prevailing despite miserable circumstances, miracles bestowed by fairy godmothers, and love conquering all. These themes still appeal to me. I used to think the story of someone loving us enough to save us from our suffering was romantic. I didnβt realize that by dreamily … More Cinderella Saved Herself
20.4β Another #openworkout complete and here are my sentimentsβ¦ I made it to 135# power cleans but despite 6-7 attempts wasnβt able to get them overhead to complete the #cleanandjerk in the last round. How do I feel? PROUD ππ» Iβm proud of my effort. Iβm proud of PRβing my #powerclean Iβm proud that even … More 20.4 Strong Women Power Clean
βTo me the greatest lesson as an athlete and in training is just donβt get greedy. Know that you have to get up and go again the next day. Always save a little bit. I think that is whatβs precluding a lot of athletes from longevity and causing a lot of injuries right now. Everybody … More 20.3 Scaled β
This past weekend I competed in my first local CrossFit competition. #wodfest2019 . Since starting CrossFit in June 2018, this sport continues to teach me patience, commitment, tolerance, endurance and strength every day. . In training, I get uncomfortable and meet my weaknesses at each session. #competition for me was about facing and acknowledging my … More My First CrossFit Competition ππ»ββοΈ
These are my favourite kind of mornings… βοΈβοΈβ₯οΈ Quiet, peaceful, full of possibility and with the loves of my life still sleeping in their beds nearby… In the quiet, I read, write, contemplate my intention for the day, and dream about the life I want to live. In the stillness, creativity is allowed freedom to … More Reading, Writing, Dreaming, Drawing
Overthinking the launch of an endeavour, anticipating the challenge and fearing the discomfort of hard work are far worse than the act of beginning and giving your best and most committed effort toward a goal. Stop thinking and start doing. #youareenough . #mondaymotivation
I am driven. I am relentless. I have the MOST stubborn heart. That DOES NOT MEAN that my life is obsolete of challenging days. In the pursuit of great things, they are GUARANTEED. #challengingdays are part of growth. . On these days, the biggest struggle for me lies in taming my mind. It takes constant … More Challenging Days
I started working with Ernie at @crossfitVO2max in early May. My experience with Ernieβs coaching has been fantastic. Iβve made some adjustments to my lifestyle and training that are impacting my life in a big way. We began my program design with a functional assessment that included InBody analysis and range of motion evaluation … More Working with Ernie Stewart
On my birthday last year, it was as if I anticipated a year laden in challenge because I recall a disposition of somber pensivity. . The previous year had been a year of learning to stand back up, regain confidence and step back into my life with courage. . This past year in contrast, was … More Cheers to 34
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