It only takes 3%
As soon as we decide to change something about ourselves, amazingly, even simply, we can. As Mindy shows us below, it takes so little to make a big difference that can change our lives, and the lives of everyone around us.
The following is authored by: Mindy Coby
Ever read the ingredients in rat poison? Whether you have or not, you do know one thing about it- its lethal. But do you know what percentage of its ingredients are actually toxic? Three percent. Who would’ve thought that just 3% of something could do so much damage?
Think about the “toxins” in your life. Cigarettes, alcohol, food. We’re all exposed to bad elements that influence us negatively. We rationalize that if we take them in small doses it can’t be that bad. Rat poison is proof that small doses pack a big punch. Does one more drink ever really stop at that one drink?
Think about the people you’re surrounded by on a daily basis. Family, coworkers, colleagues, customers. Are these people positive individuals, looking to build up everyone around them? Or do you find yourself surrounded by those who would rather complain, blame, and gossip about others to pass time? Maybe it’s just one individual that exhibits these habits. Maybe you tolerate it because “they’re still a good person most of the time.” But again, small percentages cause big damage.
Perhaps it’s not even people or habits that get you, but the constant media that were surrounded by 24/7. Whatever it is that pulls you down, you’ve got to recognize it, treat it like the poison it is, and eliminate it from your life. Quit eating in the break room to avoid the gossip. Cancel the cable TV if it keeps you from interacting with your family or taking care of bigger tasks.
The poisons that take us down are never the obvious ones. They are deceiving. The are disguised as “mostly good”, and bring us down just a little bit at a time. Surround yourself with people that will build you up. Read from the bible or a devotional multiple times a day if it’ll keep you focused. Post pictures and quotes that remind you of the person you want to be so you won’t be swayed by others. Slash the 3% of your day thats holding you back and learn what 100% of incredible feels like.
Strength:
Cleans
1×3@80%
1×3@85%
1×2@90%
1×2@95%
Front Squat
1×4@80%
1×3@85%
1×2@90%
1×1@95%
For Score:
2-Ground to overhead 135/205
4-Dips
6-Chest to bar pull-ups
AMRAP 8 Minutes
Auxiliary:
Medicine ball jackknifes
5xmax-reps
Post impression to comments.
5am fantastic group!!! Mitchell, Krissy, Carrie, Debbie, Kim your Cleans have either really improved and/or look near perfect. So proud of how you can move the bar properly and consistently. Mitchell and Krissy – very consistent with the movement. You motivate me!!!
Debbie – wow! 135lbs incredibly strong!
Kim – you look like a pro. You can tell your having fun with the clean!
As always, Matt, Sandy, Robyn, Ryan great effort, excellent work.
Jody- welcome!!! Before you know it it will be your year anniversary!!
Teri, Joel, Shelly where are u???
Jody I am happy to hear you have joined the 5am Cult;) I hope to workout with you very soon!
Tomorrow, 6:30.
Sure missed my 5am peeps!!
You guys rock!!!
2+9 M ( 110#)
2+6m (125#)
Thanks, Justin, for helping me change my plates
3+1 m (@125#)
6m
4+4
6+4
3 + 4 mod wt at 115#
6:30 great being with you guys!!!
. See u all tomorrow!
Matt Jones, you took off, man! I yelled your name out after the WOD to get your score and…gone! Say bye next time!
It was a big class and I can’t mention everyone but I didn’t see anyone not Pushing themselves AND having fun at it!!
Darin snatched 205 for the first round of the AMRAP – CRAZY strong.
Paul PR’d on his front squat and swore he will do it again when we all go for it together!! Hold him to that!!!
There are a few nursing some kind of pain…make sure your diets are solid, adequate sleep is attained and when you take rest days that means u do nothing! Roll out and mobilize!
Oh and Meghan class starts at 6:30!! Lol
6+1
3+5m @ 73#
4 rounds? Wasn’t really keeping count.
Great 6:30. Will continue to practice those chest to bar butterflies.
4+5 (m)
4+10 m @ 155#
5+6(m)
4…I think. I totally screwed this one up! Started doing 6 dips instead of 4 then my form sucked so bad that I dropped the weight to 125#…just wasn’t my day.
Min, AWESOME write up!!
4+2
WOD – 4+4 (m)