Let me preface this post by reaffirming that my old school, time proven method of marathon training will enable me to beat Mike. I am convinced of this and am not folding after two weeks.
However I do recognize that CrossFit is a far more interesting way to train, particularly if you are a competitive person. Everyday you are basically trying to set a personal record and given how many WODs there are, and how infrequently they are repeated, the opportunities are many to nail one. Plus there is the whole communal aspect in which you can compare your times to anyone in the country. I get it - it's compelling.
So unless I am going to go insane with jealously, I need to come up with a way to challenge myself within the confines of a limited and focused program and with no one else doing the same workouts to spur me on.
A few options - I can publically set aggressive workout goals every day and then essentially race against the clock. I can actually go for runs beyond my normal 6.5 mile route, building enough variety with hills and locations that it is like a WOD. I can also try and get my bench press and squat beyond my normal levels although I'm not sure how much this will help my running.
Bottom line I need to do something to make these posts moved interesting than Mike's
Today's workout was the normal weight one I've posted twice already - I promise it will be varied by Monday.
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