WTF! CrossFit and Avocados 🥑

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Today's newsletter is about to hit your inbox with all the subtlety of a kettlebell swing and the humor of a CrossFitter attempting double-unders for the first time…..OUCH!
Get ready for a dose of sweat, laughs, and all things WOD-related – because this edition of 'What the Fit' is a love letter to CrossFit, with a side of witty banter. Let's dive into the chaos and conquer today's post with the intensity of a max rep day! 💪🤣

What you will learn in less than 5 Minutes:

• What the F(it): The Outlandish Odyssey of CrossFit

• Social Post of the week: Tyson Bagent & CrossFit

• Recipe: Bacon and Egg stuffed Avocado 🥑

   

QUOTE OF THE DAY
“The magic is in the movement, the art is in the programming, the science is in the explanation, and the fun is in the community.”

Greg Glassman

WHAT THE F(IT)

The Outlandish Odyssey of CrossFit:
From Humble Huffs to Global Gym Jamboree

Picture this: a bunch of fitness enthusiasts in a small garage in Santa Cruz, California, throwing around weights, flipping tires, and sweating like they're auditioning for a water park. That's how the CrossFit saga began—humble origins with a dash of craziness.

In today’s email, we're about to embark on a rollercoaster ride through the wild world of CrossFit, its hilarious origins, its audacious goals, and the man behind it all—Greg Glassman, a visionary with an affinity for barbells.

A Humble Start in a Not-So-Humble Garage

CrossFit didn't strut onto the fitness stage with a red carpet. Nope, it tiptoed in, barefoot and sweat-soaked, into the fitness world of the early 2000s. It was the brainchild of Greg Glassman, a former gymnast with a penchant for pushing the boundaries of fitness. Together with Lauren Jenai, they birthed CrossFit with a vision as straightforward as it was audacious: to create a fitness regimen that transformed you into a physical Swiss Army knife.

The Core Goal: Be Ready for Anything (Except Maybe a Dinosaur Attack)

At the heart of CrossFit lies the idea of "general physical preparedness." In simpler terms, CrossFitters aim to be fit for anything and everything life might throw at them. From lifting heavy things to running like gazelles and performing acrobatics better than circus clowns, CrossFit enthusiasts strive to be the ultimate Jacks and Jills of all physical trades.

The CrossFit Mixtape: A Workout Symphony

CrossFit's secret sauce? It's a fitness stew that combines weightlifting, aerobics, gymnastics, and a sprinkle of functional movements. It's like a workout DJ remixing all the hits, creating a symphony of sweat and muscle soreness.

The Community That Drinks Protein Shakes Together Stays Together

CrossFit isn't just a workout; it's a cult—I mean, community. CrossFit boxes (that's what they call gyms) are places where people gather not just to sweat but also to bond, groan, and share their kale smoothie recipes. Group workouts, friendly rivalries, and shared pain foster an environment where grunts are cheers and the louder you yell, the stronger you become.

CrossFit Games: The Olympics for Non-Olympians

Enter the CrossFit Games—an annual spectacle that showcases the world's fittest people doing the craziest stuff imaginable. It's like the Olympics, but for folks who eat kettlebells for breakfast. Spectators cheer as athletes flip massive tires, sprint through obstacle courses, and do handstand push-ups with more grace than a ballerina.

Greg Glassman: The Mad Scientist Behind It All]

Behind the CrossFit curtain stands Greg Glassman, a man whose vision has made workouts both challenging and entertaining. He dreamed of a world where people didn't just look good in swimsuits but could also save kittens from trees while juggling kettlebells.

CrossFit's Legacy—Sweat, Smiles, and Superheroes

CrossFit's ascent from garage insanity to global phenomenon is a testament to human creativity, camaraderie, and a willingness to sweat like a farm animal in pursuit of fitness greatness. Thanks to Greg Glassman's whimsical vision, CrossFit continues to inspire ordinary people to pursue extraordinary physical preparedness and have a laugh while they're at it.

So, here's to CrossFit—the fitness craze that's as wild as a rodeo and as fun as a barrel of monkeys. May it forever be a reminder that fitness isn't just about looking good; it's about being ready to conquer any challenge, from heavy lifting to light-hearted laughter.

SOCIAL POST OF THE WEEK
TYSON BAGENT PROVES CROSSFIT WORKS

RECIPE
Bacon and Egg stuffed Avocado
Care of CrossFit Website (video)

RECIPE:

1⁄2 avocado
2 slices bacon (cooked, chopped)
1 egg (boiled, chopped)
1 tbsp. sour cream
1 tbsp. chives (chopped)
1⁄4 tsp. paprika
2 cherry tomatoes (cut into quarters)
Salt and pepper

METHOD:

1. Start by scooping out some of the avocado so that there is a large enough space to spoon in the filling.

2. Use the scooped out avocado and place into a bowl with the half the sour cream and chives. Mix together until smooth and season with salt and black pepper.

3. Gently fold together the chopped bacon, egg and avocado sour cream mixture.

4. Scoop back into the halved avocado and top with cherry tomatoes and the remaining sour cream.

5. Garnish with paprika and extra chives.

TOTALS:

29g of fat
16g of protein
10g of carbohydrates