Comments on: Decide to Try

By: Mich

Mich — Tue, 11 May 2010 15:02:42 +0000

If you’re interested in trying out Crossfit check out the main web site Crossfit.com – tons of information and guaranteed inspiration from some of the fittest women on the planet!

Being weak is a choice, GET STRONG!!!!
Crossfitting for 2+ years.

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By: Lisa

Lisa — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:19:53 +0000

I’m so curious about Crossfit! Thanks for sharing your experience with it. Will check it out in Cincinnati…I really want something that will keep me going. I’ve managed to stick with reformer pilates for 2 years, but all of the cardio and other strength building activities, just haven’t held my interest.

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By: Rachel

Rachel — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:18:24 +0000

@Gymnerd: Congratulations on your On-Ramp start and what an amazing goal: Cirque du Soleil!!! I wish you all the best!

@Beth: The strength you gain from Crossfit, or other weight/skill training will assist you in your other fitness goals too. It is fun to have a variety of exercise activities to choose from when you have a free day to play :)

@Margaret: I thought cutting bread from my diet would kill me. Seriously. I loved nothing more than clam chowder in a sourdough bowl with extra sourdough slathered in butter for dipping. That was my heaven on earth. HOWEVER, after talking with my doctor and reading various articles on inflammation I started to take the gluten thing more seriously. At the very least, I wanted to try cutting out both gluten and dairy to see how my body responded. The first two weeks were really hard, I will not lie. Once I learned how to plan my meals and replace bread with other things (mostly veggies), it was super easy. My body responded right away which made it instantly rewarding. I felt better; much better. My food was fueling my body, not putting it to slumber. Best of all, I wasn’t inflamed any more. My joints no longer suffer and my digestion is, well, smoother. I cannot say that every individual would have the same reaction or that this is the right thing for you, but I can tell you that my quality of life is better because of the changes I made.

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By: Margaret Burns Vap

Margaret Burns Vap — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:49:24 +0000

love it rachel…very inspiring. it can be easy to get stuck in an exercise rut, so being a “try-athlete” sounds like a great approach to keep things fresh. I would love to hear more about how easy/difficult it was for you to cut gluten and dairy from your diet…

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By: Lindy

Lindy — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:49:36 +0000

This year was ‘reclamation lindy’ and I’ve had a great journey of rediscovery… this ‘try-athlete’ idea is a perfect fit! Thanks for sharing your story!

…scatter joy…
lindy
collagecafe04.blogspot.com

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By: Jenessa

Jenessa — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:23:58 +0000

I’m so happy for you and proud of you. You’re the bestestestestest ever! I love you!!!!

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By: Jen@Athleta

Jen@Athleta — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:30:38 +0000

Rachel, I’m so proud of your accomplishment. You’ve worked hard for this, and you’re an inspiration. And now you’re trained to help others reach their “try-goals”. Congrats!

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By: Beth

Beth — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:22:19 +0000

Thanks Rachel. Your story has inspired me to try cross fit. I am 51 and I did my first tri this past June and look forward to another this coming june. Although I swim (not very well), bike and mostly run, strength training is something I have never been consistant with. Thnks again!

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By: Casey

Casey — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:46:15 +0000

This is so fitting for me today! I was just saying last night that I always wanted to try a bootcamp at the park at 6 a.m. thing or crossfit or just a 5k. I usually stick to classes at the gym, but I’m ready for a change and a challenge. Thanks for the motivation!

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By: Anne Marie

Anne Marie — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:32:31 +0000

Hey there! Love the pic and story! I’m inspired. Now I’m going outside and ‘try’ a handstand with my kids. Wish me luck!

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