Crossfit Games

Being at the crossfit games this weekend was one of the craziest experiences. This was my first time being part of the games and it was in the role of the judge. Being a judge was quite strange, I felt nervous every time I was judging, but not because I thought I would make a mistake, it was because I was nervous for the competitors. As a judge it is my job to ensure the standards of each movement are met on every rep and that the playing field is as even as possible. In the short time you spend with the athlete you go over the movement standards to ensure you don't have to call no rep and that they understand the standards. Like I said I felt so nervous for all of the athletes and each athlete I judged I developed some sort of relationship with. In an arena full of total strangers I built friendships and made many new contacts. Crossfitters are some of the most upstanding individuals everyone is friendly, energetic, and so positive.

Exercise and proper nutrition clearly contribute to the over all happiness of these people, maybe that's why everyone there was such an upstanding individual. When you exercise you feel good, when you eat well you feel good, and when you look and feel good from committing to your health you learn more about yourself and become more successful in everything you do. Exercising isn't only about getting fit, it's also about developing good habits for life. Every time you exercise and provide your body with good nutrition you are practicing being successful and winning. Turn winning into a habit and win at everything you do.

Be happy

Crossfit Games

The Crossfit games open is at an end and the top 60 athletes from each region will be competing head to head for top spots to advance to the crossfit games at the home depot center in Carson California. the Canada west regional is being held at UBC thunderbird stadium in Vancouver BC I highly recommend coming out to watch. It runs from Friday May 27th to Sunday may 29th. Its a three day Event where men and women of all ages compete against each other in the sport of fitness.


I am looking forward to Being around lots of people who have made fitness a priority in their life. I also look forward to cheering the athletes on as a judge and a spectator. surrounding yourself with highly motivated, determined people is a great way to get inspired, and this weekend will be nothing short of inspiring.


While the pure focus of the weekend is to witness incredible athleticism and see some of the hardest working most well trained amateur athletes in the world, there is always an emphasis on sportsmanship, comradery and friendship.


 In the Crossfit community there is a mutual respect for every athlete from the athlete able to complete just one push up right through to the Crossfit games champion. If there is one thing you will take away from this event it is the ability of a large community to get together for a weekend of fun and intensity and genuinely cheer on every athlete out there whether it be your friend or your direct competitor.

Take care of your self

Every day we stress our muscles and our bodies. With all the stresses we put on ourselves we create muscular and structural imbalances. Life creates all sorts of impingements and restrictions and they prevent our bodies from functioning the way they should. If you leave these impingements and imbalances for a prolonged period of time it can lead to pinched nerves, restricted movement, back pain, neck pain, headaches, insomnia, and an overall lack of energy.


If you haven't been for a deep tissue massage before it's probably time you went for one. A skilled massage therapist will be able to get deep down into any knots you have and release the tension and the toxins that have built up over time. This type of massage may not be relaxing for you it can be quite painful and uncomfortable. Many times the day after you will feel like you worked out the day before this is normal. Much like a workout your body will recover from it and get used to the pain. 


Treat your body well, you only get one, and remember you are always your greatest investment.


Respect your body, your mind , and your spirit

WOD

Try this 50 chest to bar pullups then 50 burpees

There's a first time for everything

There's nothing quite like achieving something you have been working towards. 
I remember how long it took me before I did my first muscle up. I had been trying for about a week then decided I was not strong enough to pull my body up. I spent the next few weeks strengthening my arms and back but still couldn't do it. There was still some serious technique that needed to be taught to me before I would make it. On the first day of the Crossfit level one cert I asked a fellow Crossfitter who looked to be in way better shape than I to kindly show me and teach me how to do it. but after trying 10 times I felt like it just wasn't happening at 245lbs. The class got called back in and I thought "you idiot Gord you've never quit at anything in your life." so I grabbed the rings whipped my heavy ass up and pressed up to the heavens. A  glorious beam of light shone on me and a short chorus of Hallelujah was sung by voices of angels. John one of the coaches snaps at me "Gord! get off the rings, we cant have people getting hurt" I sulk a bit. John whispers "props on the first muscle up bro" fist pound. I had a smile on me like you wouldn't believe.  


My Client Brianna hit her first snatch on Monday she ended up doing 55lb snatch. Awesome job Brianna!


Let me know about your firsts! post in the comments. Keep it clean;)    

WOD

This WOD nearly killed me
20 minute AMRAP (as many rounds as possible)
complete as many rounds as you can in 20 minutes of:

5 handstand pushups
10 kettle bell swings 55lb
15 pullups

I completed 9 rounds, 5 hspu, 10 kb swings, 6 pullups
so close to  ten rounds common, maybe next time.

Make your protein drink go from bland to shazam!

I just tried coconut water for the first time and it was great!
It is 100% natural with no additives, no sugar and no preservatives.
Its straight from the coconut to the can.


I usually add a banana and water to my protein powder but this time I went with just protein and coconut water and wow it made a world of a difference. I am actually looking forward to my next post workout shake.


I suggest giving this hidden gem a try

WOD

This WOD was done at crossfit Zone.
If you have never experienced a workout in a crossfit affiliate I suggest giving it a try
You get more out of yourself than you thought was possible try a competitive workout in a group setting and see what pushing yourself to the limit is really about.

WOD
4 rounds of:
200m row
15 kettlebell swings
10 burpees

When I yelled out time I was too tired to listed to what the time was when I finished.
I believe it was 8:21

Whats your time?

Tips

Learn to control your mind.What kind of skilled human are you if you cannot even control your own thoughts? While the human mind is described as being a stream of consciousness, that does not mean you can’t decide where your stream flows. Techniques like meditation and the 3 ways to flush out negative thoughts will aid you immensely in learning to control your mind.Learn to control your emotions.The only person that can make you unhappy is you! You are the one that decides to be affected by the words and actions of others. Realize this so that the next time you experience a negative emotion, you can find the strength within yourself to overcome it.Take a class in speed reading.Books are full of information that can enhance your knowledge-base, vocabulary and yourself as a person. Speed reading is an easy way to get at this info faster so that you can have more time for other endeavors.Relax!This one is for you work-o-holics out there (myself included). Yes, work is very important and productive but you need to take some time to chill out everyday or you are going to burn out faster than a candle with no oxygen. Additionally, you need to reward yourself for a job well done. What’s the use of doing all of that work if you can’t have a little fun from time to time anyways?Work on making good first impressions.Practice a strong, firm handshake and the small talk that generally goes along with meeting someone for the first time. People won’t know what to think of you if you have nothing more to say beyond “My name is _______, nice to meet you.” Also make sure you remember names, as mentioned previously. Who knows, you may be going into business with or marrying this person you’re meeting for the first time if you make a good impression. Be sure and make an excellent one.