gym rat? I prefer junkie.

So life has been a bit chaotic lately.

I left my beloved Portland Fit Body Bootcamp for a myriad of reasons, mostly financial, but I wouldn't be 100% honest if I didn't admit I was desperate for something more intense.

Remember my new love crossfit?

Yeah. We are still pretty happy together.

I've settled into CrossFit Stumptown and am LOVING all the people I'm meeting. So motivated, dedicated and encouraging. It's been the energy boost I've needed to get back on track.


I attended the grand opening of CrossFit Milltown in the tiny town of Washougal, WA yesterday with my friend Jenn. The box was packed with 40-45 eager athletes, ready to get a killer WOD in. Brandon, the owner, has developed an awesome space out of an old garage and really has brought an energy to the neighborhood. I love witnessing how the crossfit community really encompasses people of all athletic ability who are driven to make positive, healthy changes in their lives.

Showing off our buff shoulders

Tomorrow, I'm starting the Lurong Living Paleo Challenge: a nine-week body busting, workout-filled, beast of a challenge. Pretty, freakin pumped to start. My adorable sugar-junkie of a boyfriend has even promised to be supportive and keep his sweet treats to himself. (I mean surprise ice cream is nice in thought, but I'd prefer flowers) :)

I have some pretty crazy goals for myself, but I fully plan on not just achieving them, but busting them up! I feel so STRONG and I cannot wait for the battles this challenge will bring!

WOO!