Ego Check

One of the things I like about Crossfit is that it will force you to check your ego.  I have been used to doing most of the wods rx'd.  I just read a great article on what rx'd really means.  It means to use the weight that is right for you.  That doesn't always mean that it's the recommended weight, but a weight that is good for me on that given day.  For example, I did a workout the other day that was 10 rounds of 10 hand release pushups and 10 deadlifts with 225 lbs.  I got 6 rounds in and realized that the weight was too heavy for me.  Instead of sacrificing my form, I ended the workout at 6 rounds.  In retrospect, I should have used a lighter weight and I would have been able to get all the required rounds.  It is always good to be able to learn from each workout, and sometimes, it is better to use a lighter weight.

How Bad Do You Want Success

As bad as you want to breathe?  I just saw this video recently, and it is very true.  This video put things into perspective for me.  I have been pretty disappointed in myself lately.  I have been slacking in the gym and my eating habits, well let's just say they are terrible right now.  And this time of year is not the easiest to get through when it comes to eating.  If I can be successful now, I can be successful in the long run.

He says how some people only kind of want it, but not as much as they want other things.  So it isn't a full commitment.  That is how I have been.  In order to achieve success, at least for me, I have to want it as bad as I want to breathe.  The holiday season is upon us, and that means Thanksgiving Day feasts and holiday parties, which usually means crap food and alcohol.  For me, it means a chance to test out my dedication and discipline.  I have decided to stop consuming alcohol.  It isn't drinking that is a problem, it is the bad food choices that go with it, plus the empty calories.  I have only kind of been wanting to reach my goals.  And when I am lacking some motivation, all I need to do is watch this video to get me back on track.