I leave today for an adventurous weekend trip to Disney World with 2 amazing ladies. This isn't your average trip to the magic kingdom. We are all competing individually at CrossFit competition that will consist of 8 events and lots of fun.
CrossFit isn't always princesses and happily ever afters. It's a constant day to day struggle of getting up and doing the work that needs to be done. We fantasize of perfecting technical movements and having the endurance of a Ford engine. We go through climatic moments of triumph and PRs- yet feel turmoil when we fail. We wonder why we can't get certain things down to an art, why a workout won't always go our way.
When I think of this daily struggle, I think about all the Disney movies I've watched. There was always a little lesson to be learned in each story- that's how Walt Disney planned it to be. He didn't want people to think that dreams come true without struggles and hardships. This fantasy is becoming a reality this weekend. I think about how awesome it would be to a top of the line CrossFit athlete- to lift heavy and run fast all the time. Then I think about where I am in this moment- I'm not there. I've had injuries and setbacks. I miss training days sometimes and ignore certain movements when I'm feeling stubborn. Inevitably, the people and the relationships keep me coming back. Once I truly let this set in I'm reminded that my dream isn't really to be the best CrossFit athlete- it's to be the most genuine person to others and be present in every moment.
While I compete this weekend, I won't be sad that I'm not the best. I'll be happy that I'm with people I care about, and who care about me. I'll be grateful for this sport I have found that has allowed me to meet such amazing souls and be part of a truly "magical" community. Through the sore muscles and long days I'll smile knowing that I'm living out my dream.
If you want to follow along on the leaderboard here's a link that will help you get there(might have to do some clicking around):
DISNEY FIT
DISNEY FIT
Also, here are all the events I have to do!
Have a great week and don't stop dreaming!