Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal

My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou

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An eternal optimist, always wearing a smile. Must haves: sunshine, fitness (jogging, weight training, & CrossFit), reading, good food, writing, music, and fun with family and friends.

Author: Lexa

  • “If you just remember to breathe and smile before you act, you’ll always make the right decision.” -Russell Simmons

  • Friday’s WOD… Commitment

    WOD Row 300M 21 – 15 – 9  X 3 Box Jumps (24/20) Pull-ups Wall Balls (20/14) – 2 Min Rest – AMRAP (As many Reps As Possible) until WOD is done 20 Thrusters (75/55) 1 Rope Climb (4 ascents) 100 M Run Although today was my first WOD in CrossFit for this week, it was…

  • Worth the 9 Minutes And 48 Seconds!

    I am a sharer and just have to pass on good stuff that keeps me motivated and inspired. This is an easy post for you, which requires minimum reading.  All you need is an open mind, good listening skills, and nearly 10 minutes. Long story short, listen to Aimee Mullins. She is an athlete who knows…

  • The Truth About Burpees

  • No Blurred Lines Here!

    Looking at a video of someone performing a wall walk might give you the impression that it’s a relatively easy move to do. Well… It’s not.  The wall walk requires core and upper body strength. “Holy Cow!”  Was my response after trying it for the first time! Lol! I recall thinking, this is a maneuver…

  • Taking The Edge Off

    WOD (Workout of the day) Run 2200M 21 Wall Balls (20/14) 21 T2B Run 2000M 15 Wall Balls 15 T2B Run 1000M 9 Wall Balls 9 T2B From the second I discovered the day’s WOD, I experienced an enormous rush!    In double time, my pulse raced, as did the blood through my veins. Thump…da…thump…da…thump…da…thump…and so…