Granny gets it done, CrossFit style!
Sure, we all have those days where we’re tired, over-worked, over-stressed, less than 100%, and even just plain lazy. But is that really any excuse for not coming out to CrossFit for the daily WOD? Well, according to “The Silvers” from Freedom CrossFit in Prescott, Arizona, the answer is NO! This is a tenacious group of elderly citizens who are determined to make the last quarter of their lives as enjoyable and healthy as possible. Despite numerous injuries, surgeries, failing body parts, and deterioration of muscles due to age, these CrossFitters are showing up and gettin ‘er done with some seriously admirable determination!
When thinking of my life in terms of fitness, I’ve been mainly guilty of focusing on being fit for the here and now. Sure, I’ve given some thought to the long term benefits on my body over time as I age, but I hadn’t taken it further than that. After seeing this bunch, I can now say that I hope I’m still hitting up the daily WODs when I’m 70 and counting. Now there’s a goal to aim for! And the next time you hear your mother, father, uncle, or grandparent complaining about getting old, or being unable to do the same tasks they used to perform with ease, tell them about “The Silvers”. All it takes is a little hard work and determination to get yourself back in the game and feeling better than ever!
It kind of makes you feel like a cheater for not getting your workouts done, doesn’t it?! Remember: if they can do it, surely WE can do it!
Click here for the video, and prepare to be impressed…
Today’s WOD:
Buy-in: Med-Ball Complex
WOD: 4 Rounds
400m Run
2 minute rest
Cash-out: Muscle-Up practice
May 29, 2009 at 16:38:06
I freaking LOVE that video. Gets me smiling every time!
May 29, 2009 at 16:41:57
Nice blog bones!! I hope I’m like them and still working out when I’m 70…although my body sometimes feels like it’s 70…does that count?
May 29, 2009 at 18:32:21
Did you watch the video, Krista? I’m going to send it to my mom.
May 29, 2009 at 18:38:43
Damn, I wish I could do this WOD today :-(.
May 29, 2009 at 18:42:52
WHHHAAAT?! You can’t come? That’s terrible! This WOD, as well as the cash-out, was designed with you and Marco in mind! Damn.
May 29, 2009 at 20:26:26
I did watch the video…very inspiring!!
Sean - I can’t believe you’re not coming!
May 29, 2009 at 21:45:48
Sorry. I’m helping Marco move into his new place, so we’re doing a functional box lifting work out :-).
May 29, 2009 at 21:57:06
Gonna miss you guys! See you on Sunday at the Foundations seminar!