Post by Kurt Dabb in yesterday's comments thought all of you should read this one. Thanks Kurt.
On the way to the box, Sarah, my wife, was so damn scared of the workout (mostly the pull-ups). She has the best attitude, determination, and energy, but sometimes lacks what we all lack at times...A positive thinking attitude. Before getting out of the car, she, Zoe and I let out a few screams to get the blood flowing.
She did not want to come today, because of the pull-ups and not wanting to finish last. I told her to suck it up and we are going. When we got there, I could see the fright in her eyes, but she sucked it up and drove on. Not only did she do all of her pull-ups...she did not finish last (which was important to her). When it was all said and done she dropped to the floor and let out a warrior yell. I CRIED!!!
I am a combat veteran (Infantry) of Desert Storm. Yes, I am that old, and one of the things that got me through war and gets me through everyday life is a positive thinking attitude. NEVER say I can't. Remove that sentence from your vocabulary. Say I CAN!!! No matter what your endeavor, you can do it. Seriously.
My mother in law (Sarah's mom) is dying from melanoma cancer that has spread to her lungs. When we first found out (Dec. of last year), she was given till July of this year. She entered an experimental treatment at the University of Michigan (GO BLUE), but was still like, "Why am I gonna do this? I only have a few months to live.". I talked to her about having a positive thinking attitude and that if you think you have nothing to live for and just give up, then so will your body and mind. I am happy to report that she is still alive and kicking and I believe a lot of it has to do with her attitude change.
The same thing applies to our daily workouts. Do not think like the little engine, "I think I can.". Think like a WARRIOR!!! "I KNOW I CAN AND I WILL!".
WOD
Teams of 4 (two men, two women). Same rules apply one man, one women working consecutively. Except during the row. One rower at a time.
Team row 2000m
then 3 rounds of:
200 Squats
80 Ring dips
135/95 pound Hang power clean, 40 reps
Team row 2000m
I was there to witness Sarah's accomplishment. I was fortunate enough to kick her during pull ups and save her once from the bands on the pull ups. I was also there when she finished, at first I thought she had hurt herself...after running to her aid and seeing she was yelling and crying like a warrior I realized she was just releasing after a tough wod. Jennifer L. and Kurt both had teary eyes...I had to fight them back too. So many people fought through the pain and agony of yesterday's wod. It was hot and the Wod was for a hero.
What I saw from the 0900 class was Crossfit Warriors showing their respect to a true Warrior. It was inspiring...good job to all who finished this wod.
Kurt and Sarah, you two are such a great addition to this community. I was telling my wife right before this wod how I remembered Kurt cheering everyone on during the Filthy Fifty. After Daniel and seeing Sara collapse in one of her finest moments I know you two are Crossfitter's who have found their home. Welcome and enjoy...
Posted by: Michael Moseley | August 28, 2009 at 11:19 PM
Awesome work out this morning. Just love the team WOD's. The last row was amazing by everyone. Just fantastic energy in the gym.
6 days Tony.
Posted by: Greg Walker | August 29, 2009 at 02:54 PM
Sorry to have bailed out on my team right after the WOD! Thank you Donna for clearing down my bar for me! Most appreciated! Today's WOD was a priority, followed closely by another priority--fantasy football draft. Only managed to miss a few rounds and it wasn't pretty. The WOD and my team were TOTALLY worth it though! Great job team! :)
Posted by: Meighan | August 31, 2009 at 07:14 AM