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Going Places with CrossFit

I chanced upon this CrossFit website. It's an affiliate in an orphanage in India.

I may sound slightly backward by saying this but I assumed CrossFit only existed in the more well-to-do parts of the world. Imagine my surprise when I discovered that there was an affiliate not only in an under-developed country but in an orphanage no less!

I think this is awesome! Why?
1) Because CrossFit trains not only the body but also one's mind and attitude- good foundation to grow up on.

2) On top of that, it gives the orphans something to look forward to everyday- new challenges (if I am excited to do WODs, I'm sure every other CrossFitter is too).

3) AND, some may even grow up to become trainers themselves thereby planting CrossFit affiliates all over India- great career opportunity (repeat #1 & #2).

The person responsible for bringing CrossFit to the orphanage is a lady who runs the place. She has my utmost respect. More of her story here. The orphans get their daily dose of WOD goodness from the MotherShip.

You know, I can sort of see myself doing this.
I've always had a deep conviction (#10) to bring the message of hope to the hopeless (simply put), and to kids specifically. What better way to penetrate a community than by using CrossFit as the neutral ground since sports is welcomed by every one?

Hmm... I shall hold on to that thought for a bit.