As a future professional in the Personal Training / Fitness Management industry, the CrossFit video shown below is by far one of the most inspiring and motivating videos I have watched in a while. The power of CrossFit is undeniable as it relates to fitness, health, and a community of support.
Even though Kate wasn’t completely involved in the CrossFit Games due to her cancer, she never once doubted herself, got down, or gave up on loving the sport and what it stood for. With the help of huge-hearted people like Camille LeBlanc and others in the sport, Kate was left with a love of persistence and gratitude towards the sport. For someone like Camille to take time away from her busy CrossFit schedule and spend time with Kate, as a mentor and as a friend, was above and beyond inspirational.
The video showcased Kate’s passion and involvement in CrossFit and highlighted her ability to perform pull-ups and push-ups with the aid of a spotter. The beauty of CrossFit is that it can be modified for all individuals regardless of fitness or ability level --- all you need is someone in your corner for moral support.
This CrossFit video reminds us how important it truly is to include EVERYONE in every sport. That doesn’t necessarily mean that they have to participate in each physical activity. But just look at Kate, she knew her cancer was holding her back. She knew she had to prepare for her life saving transplant. But through it all, with the help of her loving parents, Camille, and CrossFitters around the world, she was able to continue watching, supporting and loving the sport. With all of the CrossFit athletes keeping in touch with Kate and allowing her to be a sort of motivational spokesperson and ‘strength idol’, she was able to gain a sense of morale that kept her pushing and striving to get better and stronger each day so that she could hopefully participate in the games and help others one day. The CrossFit world also became stronger by witnessing Kate’s her love and motivating the athletes.
In the video, Kate’s mom, Barb actually said something quite amazing, “I like to think that God is not done with her yet.” and that is something that I highly believe in. We should never give up on dreams based on disabilities. There is always something greater out there for us!. This is a philosophy that I want to establish with my future clients --- my career will be about motivating people to push forward, better themselves and take it one step further toward a new and greater goal! We are creating a new model of personal trainers for the next generation!
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