As CrossFitters, we push ourselves to the limit; we strive for high intensity with our workouts. But knowing our limits is what keeps us functional the next day. For example, I know I can deadlift 215 pounds but the last time I did it, it wasn't pretty. I went for a 1 rep max that day and after my 215lbs, I was "cut off". Had I gone for heavier weight or maybe even one more rep at that weight, there was potential for injury.
Everyone has their limits but finding them is tricky. Why? Your limits can change from day to day, depending on what exercises you are doing, how often you execute them and in what combination you are doing them in. Finding these limits is your responsibility; your trainer is there to help find your limits as well. Understand that if a trainer steps in and "cuts you off", we are doing it in your best interest. We see things that you may not and can see possible warning signs that you are pushing your limits too far.
Knowing your limits allows you to exercise safely and effectively. Our goal at CrossFit Solano is to make you fitter than you've ever been and not to see you get hurt. No one is ever going to think less of you if you have to scale weight or exercises because we're all trying to reach the same goal: Elite Fitness.
Today's WOD:
Deadlift 3-3-3-3-3 reps
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Man- That was a rough day! Mr. Joshua, and I was going against much bigger beasts them me- DJ and Carl. It was 5rds- run 400m, 30 GHD sit-ups and 125lb deadlift (for me, the big boys did heavier weight). I finished him off in just over 28min knocking over 10 minutes off my last time. THANKS FOR THE PUSH GUYS!
Posted by: Lo | Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 12:47 PM
Good job LoLo, Yeah Mr.Joshua was an a55 kicker! I don't know what my old time was but I too think that I shaved 10 minutes off to get down in the sub 25 minute zone. OMG Sakura (that was for Josh and Cindy) I'm glad you are back and taking over the post's I was starting to get writters block! Welcome home and can't wait to see you a the box.
Posted by: DJ | Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 01:52 PM
Haha! Hard coming up with posts sometimes, huh.
Ummm. Be in at 9am tomorrow morning. Depending on how I feel I might do a WOD but I'm supposed to lay off for a couple of days.
Erin Davidson from CrossFit Tribe in Phili says what's up. =] Maybe she'll comment...Erin... ;]
Posted by: sakura | Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 05:01 PM