WOD:
Overhead Squat
3-3-3-3-3
Rest 3-5 minutes
50 Burpees, AQAP
OHS are my weakest lift in the first place, so coupled with my inability to see clearly even a few mm in front of my nose, it made for a not-so-fun workout. Luckily Mel and Mere encouraged and coached me, but I still felt like I did a piss-poor job. Being unable to see well really affects your balance/stability/control, all three components crucial to OHSing effectively.35 - 45 - 55 - 65 - 75(1) - 70(f)
I redeemed myself on the burpees, however, because all I had to see was the ground coming up to meet me each time: 3:01.
I've talked to Sandy about seeing her cornea specialist and seriously talking about getting Lasik. I think once I get that ball rolling, I will relax a bit. It never really occurred to me how truly annoying contacts/glasses are until I had to wear my glasses to the gym. I've never felt so pissy at CFDC ever!! Time for a change.
I COMPLETELY understand. I had to wear my glasses for my first couple of months for crossfit, and it made me extra uncomfortable/self-conscious/off-balance, etc. It takes so much more focus and determination when you cannot even see.. and somehow that also affects your hearing..and everything is just off. It looks like you still had a pretty solid day! Don't let it get to you. We'll fix our eyes soon and then be unstoppable ;)
ReplyDeleteYou did great on the OHS especially for that being your weakest lift! I think my OHS is around that, but I haven't tested it out in a few months. I wish I could do burpees as good as you! Maybe one day....
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sandy and Amy! I am totally stoked--I have my consultation in less than two weeks, and the coordinator told me to not wear my glasses for two weeks before it. I hope you're right, Sandy, and that I can get my surgery done before the summer ends! That would be just heaven. I'm so glad you told me about your specialist and are going to have it done soon.
ReplyDeleteAmy, I've found that if you let yourself fall (controlled, of course) to the floor and pop right back up after each burpee, it helps you do them faster and more efficiently. If you've ever seen Ant do them, you'll see what I mean. You let your chest hit the floor and immediately push yourself back up. Of course, as you get more tired, the pushing yourself up part gets slower, but getting down there is much faster if you just let yourself drop. I knocked out the first 25 doing them that way, and it really helped. My goal for next time: 2:30. :) Wonder how fast I could do 100 burpees??