As I'm sure most of you know, we've set dates of August 27th and August 28th for the "Fight for Wounded Warriors" Fundraiser to benefit the Wounded Warriors Project. This event is open to everyone. You don't have to be a CrossFitter.
Several clients have come to me telling me that many friends, family, and coworkers are "scared" to do the event. I want to nip these feelings in the ass immediately. Being that this is an AMRAP, you could literally show up and do 1 rep of each exercise and raise a few dollars for the cause. There is absolutely no reason to be scared. In a workout like this, the work to be performed is dictated by YOU! Trust me, there will be some sound motivation throughout the event so performing as few of reps as possible is highly unlikely. Nonetheless, you don't have to be a superstar to perform.
I want to bring another dimension to this equation. If you happen to be one of those individuals who have claimed to be nervous or scared of the event, I want you to take a moment and think of our servicemen and women overseas. These men and women face fear everyday knowing that a good chunk of those who have been deployed are returning perminently injured or dead. They do their job despite the potential danger in their path.
Take a minute, google some photos, and ask yourself the following:
Do I honestly think these men and women weren't scared heading into a war zone?
After these Wounded Warriors were hit with a round or IED, did they face the fear of thinking they were going to die at that very moment?
Do our Wounded Warriors face fear now that they are home and are feeling less independent?
What does it say about my personal integrity should I stand down to this challange knowing that these men and women fought so hard for my possessions?
They fought for you, no return the favor by supporting them in their time of need! See me for registration or email me at
crossfitgroton@hotmail.com
Tim
