Better is better
>> Tuesday, November 3, 2009
I can honestly say that I felt guilty for staying home yesterday for only the first hour or so...then I read everyone's comments and deemed you all geniuses! So I took your advice and granted myself permission to be fricken lazy and not feel bad about it.
It truly was a mental health day. I admit to cleaning up around the house, but nothing major, no cleaning out the closets or anything like that... normal stuff I didn't get to beforehand. I also admit to watching a ton of TV and spending far too much time on the computer.
But last night, I had absolutely no problems falling asleep- nothing on my mind- no worries- no stress. A day off "just because" was what I needed.
I actually got lucky today because Michael didn't have to go to work until 8 AM, which means we were able to workout together this morning. My favorite workout ("Tabata Something Else") is easier to do with a partner b/c you have someone there to write down your # of reps each round. So I switched up my workout schedule to take advantage of having Michael there.
Yesterday someone wrote, "More is not better. Better is better." (or something along those lines.) It pretty much sums of what I've been thinking lately with trying to work on my form even if it means my weight drops or working on increasing my weight during WOD's even if my time gets worse.
Although I've done Tabata Something Else plenty of times before, I'm not going to compare today's Tabata to my previous reps. I know the numbers this time around will be worse, but I's ok with that. Today I worked on each rep really COUNTING because of good form so I know my total score suffered as a result. It's the perfect example of why more is not always better.
Pull-ups: 34
Push-ups: 57
Sit-ups: 97
Squats: 95
TOTAL = 283
Until tomorrow,
Kelsalynn
3 comments:
Nice work! This is a really good approach to take with all workouts. If you ever get to a cert or affiliate you'll hear a lot "mechanics, consistency, intensity". Part of the whole "consistency" thing isn't just doing the workout consistently but also performing the movements properly (full range of motion and with food technique) consistently. Only then should you throw in the whole intensity thing. I think ankot of people forget this and it's awesome that you are checking your ego at the door and focusing in doing things well rather than fast :) in the long run (which is why we Crossfit - to be able to do these things until we are old) you will be a better athlete for it.
I am so glad to hear that your "mental health day" paid off. You so needed that, and shouldn't feel guilty for that. It's so easy to get caught up in the day to day things and not have time to slow down and do absolutely nothing. Good for you!
I'm glad you enjoyed your day off! I'm going to need one of those soon ;)
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