- Extremely sore core (which I think is a good thing...it means I probably was leaning - consistent with gravity-based running technique)
- sore calves/shins (not a good thing. I was not pulling from the ground quick enough and therefore had contact with the ground for too long)
- Sore toe...not sure why. Feels like it needs to just be "cracked", but it isn't happening
- sore hip flexors (makes sense, since my warmup consisted of only a light jog. Note that this was all done intentionally, to mimic my old running routine, which did not contain a sufficient warmup that is present in the CFE warmup I will be performing before each workout and race)
This weekend was the CF games regionals competition for Canada East and it took place at the MasterCard Centre in Toronto. I absolutely love watching CF events. It is so amazing to see the incredible athletic ability of all these athletes. I am, of course always super amazed by the female talent. I was never an athletic child or teenager, however I often wish I had been. But since we can't change the past, all I can do is my best now.
When I was 22 years old and decided it was time to make a lifestyle change (from overweight, couch potato to something more active), my first attempt at becoming more physically fit/athletic was by delving into the world od bodybuilding. Not that I actually got very far, but I was quite interested in getting "strong" and developing musculature that I didn't have. After a few years of training in the "traditional" bodybuilding style, I had lost quite a bit of weight (down about 70#) and had learned a lot about nutrition and training. I eventually transitioned into being a runner. Through the couple of years that I considered myself a "runner", I dropped even more weight due to excessive cardio training and strict adhesion to nutrition plans. I was often told I was too skinny, but I didn't agree. And as I mentioned yesterday, I found CF last year...I'm thinking a blend of CF and runner will be my "last stop" I hope. I feel that it is more "me". Along with a much less strict nutrition regime (I really LOVE ice cream...) I added about 15#. It took a while for me to get used to it and while I wouldn't mind dropping a few #, I've pretty much accepted it. It means I am a hell of a lot stronger than I ever have been in my life and I have a bit more fun now (I didn't drink for almost 3 years while I was in the runner phase!) That was a long-winded explanation to get me to where I was going...and that is that I came across a picture that showed the comparison of a female bodybuilder, world class marathoner and CrossFitter (the woman who ranked 1st in Canada East this weekend.) I love this comparison and have never been more sure that the third physique is my preference for me (not to put down the other two).
I wouldn't worry about it being your "last stop". Always be evolving in your training, right? It could involve changes, but that's a good thing. Great work btw! Have you decided on a location/date for the next race?
ReplyDeleteGood point Adam! No location/date as yet, but once I decide, you will definitely know :) Thanks for reading!
ReplyDeleteThis is the first time I've made it to your new blog. While I struggle to understand some of the CF terminology without leaning on Google for explanations, I think it's great that you're here! Having known you early-ish in your running phase, it's cool to see how things have changed. Eventually we'll both get to our goals! Gotta say though, I'm not sure that comparison picture is really fair to the non-bodybuilding fitness ladies out there...My new goal is to be the next Jamie Eason - a BEAUTIFUL figure competitor/fitness model, who is a slave to the weight room like me! :)
ReplyDeleteI'd be happy to explain more about CF any time :)
ReplyDeleteFair enough about Jamie Eason...she does look good. I will need to get you into my CrossFit gym one of these days so you can see how much fun training like that can be! I used to be a slave to the weight room as well (prior to the being a slave to the roads!)