CrossFit workouts [1] are intense and varied, and they use every body part and a ton of different equipment, which is why they work to transform people's bodies [2]. These women's before-and-after photos prove that with determination and consistency, CrossFit was the key in changing their lives. The popular workout not only made them leaner, but they also got stronger, both physically and emotionally — you can see it on their faces! If you're thinking about trying CrossFit, scrolling through these photos will motivate you to get started.
"Let me tell you, doing CrossFit wasn't the hardest part in these photos. The other 23 hours of my day are the hardest. Making the right choices to fuel my body. Eating what I want in moderation. Learning how to count macros. Not eating 10 donuts at work or 15 cookies in one sitting. 23 hours of my day are not spent at the gym, that's the time where my body changes, that's the investment in my body."
"You can certainly achieve any goal you want, as long as you have the motivaton, inspiration and most importantly, surround yourself with people who support and push you to never give up!"
"Never getting off the healthy living train and so grateful to have found an exercise I enjoy."
"Consistency. Discipline. Purpose. Those three things will see you through whatever it is that you want to achieve. Create a consistent schedule or routine that you can stick to, and be unwilling to compromise on this. Because this consistency leads to a disciplined lifestyle in the long-term. With discipline instilled, you will be able to achieve so much. With purpose, you will find a reason to keep going. What is your why? Write it down. Tell someone that will hold you accountable."
"I knew I'd changed. I just ... I don't think I realized how much. I know weight loss and body size is a very personal topic, and one of my favorite things about CrossFit was that my attitude stopped being about how much I weighed and started being about how strong I am and what my body could do, no matter what my size. I'm crying now."
"I'm not finished and still have a ways to go, but I'm enjoying these nonscale victories so much more than what the scale tells me. I'm working out 3-4 times a week, tracking my food, taking my vitamins and new thyroid meds, drinking tons of water and intermittent fasting 5 days a week and I feel amazing! Stay focused on your goals and enjoy the journey. Don't be afraid to try something new if you hit a wall!"
"It's not much of a change in the pics but
(L) is 245lbs roughly consuming junk and getting diagnosed with pre-diabetes⠀
(R) is me today weight in at 175lbs, more muscle, happier than ever and prob could bench press your BF."
"It's not just about the weight loss - it's about feeling great! Having energy. Being strong — physically & mentally!"
"I can lift heavy stuff, I can run now, I can actually finish WODs! I have so much more I want to accomplish but sometimes seeing things like this and getting a reminder of how far you've come already gives you a much needed boost."
"Neither one of these are the most flattering but #progressisprogress!"
"I've worked so hard on my legs so why not show them off."
"One thing motherhood shouldn't be is an excuse to not take care of yourself. It took me a while to figure out but I'm happy as heck I finally did."
