When I came to CrossFit, I had actually wanted to try it for a few years, but I kept chickening out. When Jeff and Harmony said that they were going to open a CrossFit gym, I decided that this was a perfect opportunity to try it out and to support my friends in the process.
My first workout I remember being so challenging that I was seeing stars! I couldn’t walk for a week! However, I came back. I wouldn’t say the CrossFit got easier, but I got better, every time I come into the box. I improved, and I could feel the difference!
My confidence has improved as well. I used to be timid, which hindered me both in the box, and in my job as a ER nurse. Once I gained more confidence, my job performance and my interpersonal skills improved. Friends and coworkers noticed. My boss started putting me on the fast track to be in charge, and started placing me on roles of a clinical expert.
I love feeling strong and I love being able to do handstand push-ups! The first time I did one, was probably my favorite moment of all.
Now I am working on being able to do a freestanding handstand, then hopefully a handstand walk!!!! I love CrossFit so much I decided to further myself by getting my CrossFit Level 1 certification, and eventually would love to coach.