Pass the Kool-Aid , Please.

For the last few months, I've been attempting to compose a blog post

about my experience as a crossfitter.

It seemed that every time I sat down to work, the words just never come out right.

They never adequately expressed the passion and love I feel for crossfit.

I've written, erased, and rewritten this post at least four times.

BUT......I think I've finally found the perfect words.....

I love crossfit. Simple as that.

I love walking into the box nervous, and leaving completely satisfied with myself.

I love seeing my personal growth from week to week, 

month to month, and year to year.

I love going into the box, lifting something heavy, and realizing two weeks

prior to that moment, my body wouldn't have been capable of doing it.

I love that I've grown both mentally and physically since starting - I can lift any weight, 

jump any box, throw any ball, and pull myself over any bar.

I have learned so much about myself and my abilities - both inside 

and outside of the gym.

I come face-to-face with my limits, and I push past them.

I am comformable with being uncomfortable, because I see the results.

I've gained confidence and know I can do anything.

I am strong.

I have drive, determination, and courage.

I am not afraid to sweat,

I am not afraid to tear, nor am I afraid to bleed.

I am only afraid to quit or to give less than my best.

Oldie but goodie from Battle Ready Crossfit
(photo credit to Mr. Ryan Dee)

I love the community of athletes I workout with everyday.

I love the warm and welcoming spirit at my box.

I love being encouraged, especially when I feel like I can't give anymore.

I love listening to hard-core music and having people yelling at me.

I love cheering on my fellow workout buddies.

And I love that I've met some of the most caring, giving, 

and dedicated people EVER through crossfit.

I became a crossfitter four years ago.

I drank the Kool-Aid. 

I joined the cult.

And I have never looked back.

ps - I hope this post encourages a few of you to try crossfit. I promise you

won't regret giving it a try. And who knows, maybe someday

you'll become as passionate (and addicted) as me!