September 11th is a day that changed America and our outlook on life. Yes, we hear that all the time, but it really did. The despicable acts of terrorism on our country 9 years ago today put the country on edge with fear, anger, resentment, hatred and pain. But I think it changed the perspectives and the hearts of Americans and helped us focus on what is really important and worthy of attention - family and friends.
Our lives are short here on Earth. It's what we do with our time here that determines what we value in life. Exercise is an activity that paves the way to a healthier existence while you are here and gives you the ability to interact with those values for a longer time. Nothing is so important that it can replace friends and family -- CrossFit is just a exercise/workout program, no more no less. But CrossFit provides a way (a superior way IMO) to live healthier and longer and a more enjoyable life.
I want to be able to play a game of basketball at age 60 with my kids, to be able to pull them up and down on a snow sled in the middle of winter without getting too winded, to be able to do the active things in life and not be limited by mobility, age, or lack of fitness. This is what CrossFit does and it's a means to an end in order to be with my family and friends. Let us remember today as a day of focus on the best things in our lives.
God Bless America!
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