Why I Started CrossFit When I started CrossFit I THOUGHT I was in shape. I ran 5 days a week, lifted 3 days and attended a variety of group fitness classes (spinning, Zumba, boot camp, etc) to mix it up. To be honest, I’m a pretty frugal person. Whenever I can catch a deal, I’ll try something new. There were discounted CrossFit intro classes offered at a nearby gym that I decided to purchase on a whim without doing any prior research. I will never forget my first workout. My heart rate got higher than I’ve ever experienced. I was out of breath, sweating more than ever and certainly struggling. HOLY CRAP - a simple workout had me on my butt! I couldn’t believe it, and was a little bit embarrassed. What looked easy on the whiteboard was certainly not easy for someone who considered herself “fit.” The push in this particular group fitness class was not like any other. I was hooked and had to have more! There are a few things I wish I knew early on that I
