An “Open” Invitation…
Perspective from a Coach, Athlete, Spectator, Judge, Mentor, Owner, and Passionate CrossFitter:
I think CrossFit got one thing right when they developed The Open, which ultimately leads to The CrossFit Games. Even though I openly admit to having mixed emotions about the evolution of CrossFit, I truly love the concept of The Open.
An invitation is something we experience each day, because each day is an opportunity… a gift… a chance for each of us.
Isn’t each training day an invitation… a chance for you to discover something about yourself and learn something new? Every time you walk through the doors of the shed, you are invited to join us on our CrossFit Journey… it is a wonderful opportunity.
The Open is just that, and then some!
It’s not just another training day. Instead, it’s a testing day… a day to test yourself against the WOD… test yourself against your fears… test yourself against your weaknesses… a chance to strip yourself of all of those excuses that are holding you back from experiencing what you’re truly capable of doing… a pull-up, a double under, a box jump or a snatch! An open invitation to self-discovery!
Compete? Well, that might intimidate some. I, for one, am not interested in the “competition”. I love the journey! I love seeing you accomplish stuff that you thought was impossible. I love the movements, and the spirit of human potential on full display. I love the moments when you realize what you just did. That is not intimidating… that’s exciting! An open invitation to self-discovery!
The Open has evolved… it has grown at a tremendous rate. The RedShed may not be in contention for a regional appearance, but that doesn’t mean we (or you) shouldn’t participate. I will never lead you down the path of inconceivable expectations, and expect you to believe that you will be taking a trip to Reebok Headquarters in the spring. Instead, I am extending my hand out to you and asking you to join me on this rollercoaster ride we call The Open… an “open” invitation to self-discovery!
If you believe in yourself as I believe in you, nothing is impossible!
Accept the invitation!
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