Catherine Hart: Fight Gone not so Bad

I wasn't sure how this was going to go. My goal last year was to get a 280 at the Elite level. But my training had to take a slow down in 2009 because of my wrist tendonitis, and I did not do the Elite level this year. I would have been okay on the sumo deadlift highpull, I would have been semi-okay on the push press (although I know that round 3 would have been a real struggle) but catching that 14 lb medball just hurts my wrist too much. Well, am I ever glad that I signed up for intermediate level instead because prior to Saturday morning I had not worked out in almost 2 weeks due to being sick. I had no idea if I would hold up during one of the most intense workouts, but I made sure to get as much rest as possible before hand. I told myself to take it slow and realize that this was fun and for a good cause. I gave myself permission to let go of having a high score. Last year I got 257 and this year I got a 273. I feel pretty good about that actually, considering how I had been feeling only 2 days prior. I'll take it!

What I love is to see how the pain grows in my face as each round passes. The smile on my face in the picture above is clearly the smle of someone who hasn't started the workout yet.

One round down, first rest station:

Two rounds down, second rest station:

Three rounds down, & done:

I also learned that I stick my tongue out a lot when I workout...I don't think I knew I did that. There were pictures from every station that looked like this:

And I make the infamous Hart family Squint Face!

And I promised my sweet husband, who worked very hard on taking lots of pics, that I would include his "art shots":

Matt would like you to note the in focus foreground vs. out of focus superstar! Very artsy of him!

But what makes this day so fun is that fact that we all endure this pain together. And I don't think I could have kept the momentum if it weren't for the excitement and support of everyone in this amazing community.

See what I mean? I'm clearly about to puke but how could I not keep going with the always kick-ass Melicious cheering for me?

AND I happened to be wearing the COOLEST shirt ever, made by the bad-ass Anna Krachey, who also ripped it up at Fight Gone Bad. Watch out for this one, her dedication is serious and she is a real athlete.

Congratulations to everyone that participated. A special shout out to Erika Jeanne and Mel for stepping it up to the Elite Level this year. Way to RIP IT UP ladies, I'm so proud of you!! Next year I will join you there!