I had a seriously good time photographing The Revolution Games recently this month. It was an entire weekend full of heavy lifting, extreme facial expressions, and at moments even some levitating was happening, all the components of a great photo. But as much as I am very happy with this series of images, it was the CrossFitter that I found myself most impressed with.
As much as their strength and endurance is truly something to be praised, it is not at all what captured my admiration. It didn't take long for me to find the heart of this community, realizing very soon that it was each other, and it surrounded all aspects of this sport, and especially me the first moments I joined them. I can't even express to you how right these CrossFitters have it. I almost forgot to acknowledge that an actual competition was taking place here. You'd think they all just got together to help each other reach their specific goals. It was one of the most refreshing moments I've had in a long time, especially regarding humanity. Getting the opportunity to work in an environment where the main and very obvious focus is individual support, was absolutely rewarding.
Not a single one of them completed The Revolution Games using their own strength, and they'd be the first ones to tell you that.
Well done, CrossFit, what a lovely family you have.
As much as their strength and endurance is truly something to be praised, it is not at all what captured my admiration. It didn't take long for me to find the heart of this community, realizing very soon that it was each other, and it surrounded all aspects of this sport, and especially me the first moments I joined them. I can't even express to you how right these CrossFitters have it. I almost forgot to acknowledge that an actual competition was taking place here. You'd think they all just got together to help each other reach their specific goals. It was one of the most refreshing moments I've had in a long time, especially regarding humanity. Getting the opportunity to work in an environment where the main and very obvious focus is individual support, was absolutely rewarding.
Not a single one of them completed The Revolution Games using their own strength, and they'd be the first ones to tell you that.
Well done, CrossFit, what a lovely family you have.