If you have been CrossFitting for any length of time you know that CrossFit is designed to prepare the athlete for any physical contingency whether it is known or unknown. Some of the side effects of CrossFit are decreased body fat, increased strength, increased bone density, improved over all health and the reduction of many of the diet induced diseases such as cancer, heart problems and diabetes. Following a CrossFit regimen can increase your speed, power, and coordination it can even improve your mental health and help you become the healthiest you have ever been. But is that all? Working to improve yourself is rewarding up to a point. What then?
So my question is, “Why CrossFit?” The answer that I hope we find is, “We CrossFit for the sake of others.” The army sergeant trains five days a week so that he will be prepared for any combat situation, not just for himself or his country, but for the buddy next to him. The grandfather CrossFits so that he can conquer diabetes and watch his grandchildren grow up. The mom trains to set a good example for her children, and to prepare for the day when her two year old runs into the parking lot and she has to sprint after him to save his life. The de-conditioned co-ed CrossFits to lose 100 lbs and then becomes an inspiration to others. Being “CrossFit” is about being able to do something greater with your health, using your strength and training for the benefit of others.
The bible has something to say about it as well: “For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” I Timothy 4:8
More to come on physical fitness and spiritual fitness…….
It’s really cool to see how into this Crossfit you are. You’ve always been in good shape, but wow! That’s seriously impressive stuff you’re doing there. I’ve also learned to joy of excercising–took me longer to figure it out–but I’m in love now. I praise God that I’ve lost 95 pounds over the past year and a half. He is so stinkin’ awesome! I just love how He provides for us and is there with us every step of the way. It looks like you’re doing amazing. It’s wonderful how your family follows wherever God leads you. I pray the Lord blessed you all in Austin and brings lots of people to love Him through you loving them. Do you have a facebook?
Great post! I am always trying to put these feelings into words and that just summed it up perfectly. That verse is great and it actually amazes me how much stronger I’ve become in my Christianity this last year; my parents believe it is one of the many benefits of CrossFit. I recently came across these verses and love how it pertains to both the physical and the spiritual:
I Cor. 9:24-27, my favorite line is “…run in such a way as to get the prize…”
Looking forward to meeting you!
Great post Heather!
Great post Heather!
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