It happens. We get in a routine, get comfortable, and get stuck in our ways. I’m a creature of habit. I don’t get sick of eating the same meals, stick to the same schedule, and go to bed at the same time every night. That being said, I also love the constant variety of CrossFit.
While trying to improve at everything, I’ve found that making some small changes can result in big gains. I hated working out in the afternoon. I was a die-hard 7 AM WOD-er before I started coaching, but needed to change my schedule. Like changing any routine, the first step out of the comfort zone is the most difficult, but once I got used to the foreign feeling of working out while the sun is out, I found that I no longer cared when I worked out, and now even feel stronger exercising in the afternoon.
Feeling like you’re stuck at a plateau or simply wanting to overcome a challenge can act as your catalyst for change. Modifying when you workout, how often you workout each week, or your nutrition could all lead to surprising, positive results. What works for one may not work for all, but if it sounds like a good idea, it could be worth a shot! Remember to experiment with change, keep what works, and get rid of what doesn’t. With the changing of the seasons, and the cooler weather settling in, now’s as good a time as ever to try something new.
Strength:
Low Bar Back Squat 3-3-3-3-3
WOD:
AMRAP 7:
7 Power Snatches (95#/65#)2
10 Wall Ball Shots (20#/14#)
Compare to 120315
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LBBS: 60 kg
WOD: 4 + 11 w/10# and 20kg bar
Interesting “hip opening” morning stretch with Coach Sam….worked though!
LBBS – 45kg (slowly moving heavier things!)
WOD – 3 + 7 @ 20kg and 10#
That hip stretch looked baller.
LBBS – 57kg
WOD – 4+7 @12# and 25kg
I need to work on wall balls (among other things!)
This weather just sucks the energy out of me. Couldn’t find my strength today.
LBBS: 115kg
WOD: 5+1 Rx
LBBS – 155kg i can’t seem to break my mental block of 162kg. someday. someday.
WOD – 6+3 Rx. whew.
Great post about changing up your routine… one other tip: change the coach you’re working out with. I know a few people who follow a particular coach or two, but they’re all great coaches. Each one has different experiences and perspective, and they might be able to give you tip that makes that life you hate, just a little easier.
LBBS: 120kg, definitely could’ve gone a bit heavier.
WOD: 4+8 Rx
LBBS: 80kg, Must go higher… stuck here for too long.
WOD:
4+10 @ 70# snatch and 20lb wall balls
LBBS: 97 kg (a PR by 1 kg)
WOD: 5 @ 75# and 20#
lbbs: 115kg
wod: 6+1, snatch from hang on account of funky right knee.
Hey, I know those people!
LBBS: 72.5 kg…a 2.5 PR…got 75 for 1 and then did a little Michael Jackson dance at the bottom.
WOD: 6 RX
Great blog, Mandy!