I’m okay with Crossfit haters but don’t hate on me

A while back I wrote a post about Crossfit and dating.

It was not meant to make me come off as shallow or pretentious or anything; rather it was me finally finding a happy place in being by myself. It was months after having my heart broken, and it was through Crossfit that I was able to cope with my new-found forced independence. It was Crossfit that gave me the confidence and strength to learn to find happiness on my own. I had always based my happiness on someone else; and that was no longer the case.

It was only natural that when it came to getting back into the dating scene, things were going to be different. I was more comfortable with myself and I was not looking to just settle as I may have in the past. I had high expectations and standards, and frankly, no one was good enough for me.

In a way, Crossfit took over as an acceptable replacement for a boyfriend. We had our ups and downs. It gave me something to do on a Friday night and it made me feel good about myself. It made me put a higher emphasis on my body and what I put into it. I became physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger because of Crossfit. And for that, I have zero shame. I needed that time being single to discover myself and loved the supportive community I surrounded myself with.

I went on plenty of dates over the past ye continue reading

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