Treats

A few weeks ago, I spent time with some elite athletes. Professional athletes who work out for hours at a time, several times a day. At the end of those days, they walk 10,000 steps for fun. On their “rest day,” they play volleyball for 7 hours on the beach. Athletes who have phenomenal physiques chiseled to near perfection. The type of individuals who get paid to perform feats of strength and endurance.

Other than the fact we are all human, I have absolutely nothing in common with these people. I won’t even begin to compare my fitness to theirs. Nor has anyone ever paid me to compete or win the CrossFit Games. In fact, I’ve actually paid my hard-earned money to run a 10K. How crazy is that?! Try as I might, I thought there was just no way I could relate to them…until…

One afternoon, I overheard a conversation that brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart. A few of these elite, professional, phenomenal athletes were discussing creating a “treat day.” Yes, you heard it here. They were planning which day of the week they would each bring brownies, cookies, or other delicacies to the gym for “treat day.” And just like that, we were kindred spirits.

Sam, Jenn, Dani, Chandler, and Jessi, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You have renewed my faith in humanity and set a wonderful example for all of us weekend warriors and “Girls Who Eat.” This weekend as you compete, I will be cheering you on…from my couch…while eating treats…just like you!