Kicking the (metCon) Habit by Jocelyn Forest - Catalyst Athletics Articles

Kicking the (metCon) Habit by Jocelyn Forest - Catalyst Athletics Articles

Find out how they programmed for the Crossfit Games.

I will be the first to admit, I did not care for the Ocean swim portion of the games. I spent many years at sea while in the Navy. I know first hand how intimidating it is. I don't care how well you can swim, if you have never swam in open water, then you have no idea. I understand the challenges that crossfit is supposed to present, but damn! Plus it was cold as hell out there on the beach at 0700 in the morning. I wondered what the thought process was in the programming or if there was one. After reading the article in the CF journal, i clearly understand that there was indeed some thought given to the swim. You should read and make up your own mind. Below is a link that touches on it a little bit. Check it out !


http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_Programming_Achauer_2.pdf

How bad do you want it?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jal4OkZtz8g&feature=player_embedded

The Big Comeback

Many of my friends are familiar with the struggles that I've had with arthritis. Recently I broke down and went to the doctor. I got cortisone shots in both shoulders. I know this goes against the whole Paleo lifestyle, that is prevalent in the crossfit community. But who the "F" cares. My shoulders,knees and back hurt so bad I could hardly get out of bed some mornings. I tried changing my diet and all of the things I thought were a better alternative to getting the "shots". The pain was severe  enough that I could have very easily just complained about it and never really worked out again, but that's not Crossfit. Crossfit is working around your physical ailments and getting fit as you can. Well the "shots" are currently doing their job and working just fine. So I decided its time for the Big Comeback. I am currently on week #5 of the 5x5 lifting program(. http://stronglifts.com/stronglifts-5x5-beginner-strength-training-program/)The program is getting more difficult each week and I am feeling stronger. I chose this approach for my rehab, because being strong is the key to Crossfit and Life in general. When I'm strong I feel confident and everything is right in my world. . So keep your fingers crossed for me and remember its never too late for the Big Comeback!

The invisible Bully

This Wednesday on ESPN2 at 7pm, the 2011 Crossfit Games will air. I want all of you tune in and witness some of the most amazing athletes in the world. Also, look closely at those who didn't finish or just gave up on the workout. Some will offer excuses, while others will tell you flat out, "I tried my best and I could not do it." Those that quit have yet to identify that which makes them give up. Through failure, those that tried and failed have identified what is holding them back. Although they may try and fail again, I'm sure they will never allow the same issue to affect them ever again.  So you might wonder, "what about the winners ?" The winners have failed numerous times and have just about eliminated all of their weaknesses or figured out how to operate around those weaknesses. I use the term invisible bully in reference to my weaknesses. Weaknesses, like a bully, intimidates and usually prevents a person from achieving any level of success. Since most forms of intimidation are of the mental kind, it makes them invisible. I was always taught the best way to beat a bully is to punch them right in mouth. So confront your bully and get on the road to winning. I might even see you at the next Crossfit Games or at least in the gym achieving your PRs.

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Open Up!!

This is what CrossFit is about. There are many ways to get stronger and faster.

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