A new year

It's 2013. This is my year to make dreams a reality. I have goals. I am determined to achieve all of them so when 2014 rolls around, I'm looking back with a smile. When I look back at 2012, I'm reminded of so many negative things, but also of a lot of positive things. 2012 started out rough. It was a struggle, but I fought my way through it.

I am still dealing with my blasted shoulder. It's a 3 steps forward, 2 steps back problem. I have to constantly be careful with it. If I push too fast too soon, I'm back to pain and grumpiness. Luckily I can always modify a workout so I'm not hurting myself. I'm determined to have a strong upper body so I can do pullups, jerks, and all other upper body movements rx. I will work on strengthening my core. Legs and ass, while already strong, can always be stronger.

I want to go to the 2014 games. It's a huge goal. And it will require a lot of work and a lot of patience. I can't train as hard as I need to right now because of my shoulder. But I will get there if I am patient. And above all, listening to my body. Though I love doing CrossFit 5 days a week, I find I perform best and feel best when I take a break midweek, therefore only doing it 4 days a week. Resting is tough for me...but it does my body a world of good.

On rest days, I try new paleo recipes, watch football, and clean. I also write songs.

I’m kicking and screaming
At a wall that’s double my size
But the prize on the other side
Is worth the uphill fight
Don’t offer me a hammer
Cause my inner strength is better
My tears may be streaming
But my fears are fleeting

And I’ll keep on climbing
Though my feet are crying
I might fall to my knees
But in my heart I am free
And I’ll kick and scream
I’ll fight until the day I die