Progress

So my first week back at Crossfit and I'm feeling pretty good. I can definitely feel and see a different in my stamina. I'm pretty sure I gave two of the trainers a heart attack on Wednesday. I over did a little too much and had to sit out for a while. It kind of cracked me up when they asked what was wrong and admitted they didn't read my information. I told them they might want to do that so they are aware what is going on with their clients. I wasn't upset because I don't have a problem explaining it to them.

The only frustrating part is the sympathetic looks/stares from other class members. I hate that look. Sometimes I wish I had a sign on my back that said, "I'm fine!" because I hate the constant, "are you okay?" questions. I guess I should be thankful that they are concerned but I just take it as they take pity on me. I don't need anyone's pity, that's for sure.

I bought a jump rope because apparently not only am I uncoordinated, but I absolutely suck at jumping a rope! I don't remember being one of those kids who thoroughly enjoyed jumping rope for fun but now I'm wishing I had been that kid! Our work out on Thursday was a toughy. Running is not my strong point at all, thus one of my goals in "Handstand Pushups". Not only did we have to run a lap at the beginning of each round, but 2 of them were supposed to be backwards. Insert "Uncoordinated Ashley" here. I can do any dance combination and the most complicated of footwork but ask me to walk, or heaven forbid run, backwards is just asking for comic relief.

I was happy to complete 3 of the 4 rounds. I got three done in 26 minutes. It's definitely an improvement but I strive for better times. We keep up with the times of every class member for the day on a whiteboard. To the dude in the 4pm class with a 19 minute workout - props to you, Superman! I will say that I would take on most in leg workouts. The problem is we don't just do legs. It's a whole core workout each time which I love. I don't miss the days of my legs or my arms being sore. I wake up with a whole body sore but a good sore...if there is such a thing.

I took today off because I worried about going hard two days in a row. Today was the HOPE WOD and I knew my body would be extremely angry with me if I pushed it too far. I'm ready to get back at it on Monday morning. These afternoon shifts after VBS are not for the birds!