OUCH!

I went to bootcamp again this year. Many people wonder why I would do such a thing to myself, well, the day after I'm not too sure either. All I can say is OUCH!!!! I seriously don't remember my body hurting this much last year...or I forgot. I like to see where I've improved and what I need to work on and how far I can push my body past the pain and wanting to give up. It's always a really good day. All my numbers decreased from last year, except for my pushups and thrust kicks. This is no surprise. Last year I was going to classes consistently and doing Shaolin Fitness. This year, not the case, so it's expected that I'd be slower. I'm pretty proud of my pushups though. A few months ago, I could barely do 3 and I did 22 for the fitness test and didn't drop to my knees or arch my back. Also, I broke a board with a thrust kick! :) Yay me! I took a few tries but I finally did it. I can totally tell the difference with bad technique and aim and opposed to good. when I was throwing the kick incorrectly, I couldn't break it, as soon as I changed my technique, it broke through like nothing and I didn't even feel it. That was pretty awesome. I'm going to have to practice more now so I can start breaking with my hands.

There was a younger white belt at bootcamp this year, I got her first name, but I'm not sure what her last name is. She was so inspiring. My guess is that she's about 12 or 13 years old, I'm bad at guessing age. I partnered with her quite a few times. She kept up and never complained about anything. Even in her face I could see her struggling, I would ask if she was ok and she would say yes and keep pushing through. She even creamed me in the fitness test even though I could tell she physically was done. She is going to be a phenominal martial artist if she keeps up her determination. I was so proud of her, and I don't even know her.

Have a good week everyone!!! Ummmm...Can somebody help get me off my couch? I'm not even kidding, I'm stuck! :(