I have set my goals for the 2011 I Am Crossfit E.P.O.C. Challenge.  They are a little more realistic this year, and reflect what I REALLY want.

1. Do at least 1 unassisted pull up
   This has been a goal for a while.  2011 is my year to reach it.
2. Shoulder press 80#
   I was able to hit 70# a few months ago, and while I couldn’t even lift 65# during this month’s “Total,” I know I’m strong enough.  I have been focusing on upper body strength.
3. Run 400m in less than 2 min
   Right now my average time hits just over 2 min.  I want to be faster.
4. Hold a handstand for 2 min against a wall
   This is a goal I’m setting so that one day I will be able to do a handstand push up.
5. Do chest-to-floor push ups on my toes
   Not elevated, not on my knees — on my TOES!  It’s about time, dammit!

The challenge began January 8, 2011.

UPDATE 2-6-11:

To date, I have reached 2 of my goals.  I’m doing nearly all pushups on my toes and on February 1, I ran 400m in 1:55.  I’m now working to make my times more consistent and run 400m in under 1:45.

UPDATE 3–8-11:

Well, I did not reach my pullup goal, and I didn’t reach my shoulder press goal.  I’m pretty sure I can hold a handstand for 2 minutes, but I can’t kick into one, so I haven’t tested it.  Two goals out of five isn’t bad, and I can definitely tell I’m stronger and faster!

Also, as a side benefit, I lost 6 pounds, 5% body fat, several inches and shaved 45 seconds off my time on the benchmark workout.  Not too shabby.

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