Cory Etchason

Coming from a background of having a serious eating disorder most of my teenage and adult life, I still struggle some days with an initial negative thought when I try something on or look in the mirror. That’s OK, it’s still night and day from where my mind once was. But to feel strong and confident because of all the hard workout I put in everyday, ya can’t buy this or take it away from me ☺️🥳
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Left, eating around 2200 cals with usual splurges twice a week. Had my regular programming with each week but then would jump in on unprogrammed stuff here and there. Which ultimately did impact my recovery and gains over time, because I wasn’t eating enough. I was sleeping a lot though and learning how to really navigate progress while pursing coaching full time and becoming a better athlete. But gains were ssllooww.
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Right, been bulking for five months. Almost up 20lbs. I am lazy at tracking calories on the app. But it’s allowed me to enjoy my life more 😝 I’m eating for PERFORMANCE. No less then 2500 cals a day maybe more. Doing WAY less CrossFit, as in no metcon or having sessions where I’m dripping in sweat or torn hands. If it’s conditioning I’m breathing through my nose to keep my heart rate low. We want gains baby. I also went back to school during this time. Most of my days begin at 4 or 5AM, now I’m lucky if I nap between coaching, clients and school. But this is adulting. May not have the sexy ab lines anymore, but who really gives af. I sacrificed my abs for stronger arms and legs. It’s all apart of the process. I was so stuck to doing things one way for awhile, but had a realization that the process “of becoming” is seasonal like anything else. I move way better and feel way better. Now if I do a Crossfit workout I actually move almost just as fast if not faster because I am stronger. Also, I am so close to a 200 # back squat when I thought this was at least another year away. Squatting has always been my weakness. F yes, can’t wait for more solid strength in my future training.
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✨ Moral of the story, trust the process, step back and try things differently. The stars don’t have to perfectly align to see progress. ✨
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rest day or nah? 😜

Vulnerability & Growth✨
No one wants to be vulnerable.✨
The feeling can be god awful, and it often leads to hurt, heartbreak, or failure. Or what if it will lead you towards the life you’ve dreamed of?
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Maybe you want to get in better shape before signing up for Crossfit(I hear this a lot) or build up more time on your resume before reaching out to that employer? Whatever it may be, we ALL struggle with combatting shame and perfectionism when it comes to pursing what really matters to us.
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But maybe instead of avoiding vulnerable situations, consider running towards them. Out of plenty trial and error, when i am vulnerable, that is when I grow the most.
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Staying put, even if it’s comfortable, often means We are missing out on the excitement and passion you can find in life. Showing up and allowing yourself to be seen for where you are at in life, is the first step.
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6 months ago I had a badly injured ankle. I could barely walk and I was still continuing my plans to move to New York City when my father thought I was absolutely ridiculous and should post pone my plans until my ankle was💯%. Well guess what, that s**t still ain’t 💯% but because I’ve relentlessly rehabbed and TRIED to make it work, put foot one foot in front of the other despite uncertainties, surround myself with good people; I’m incredibly grateful to hit my six month anniversary being back in the city following my dreams.
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I wouldn’t trade this life for anything and can’t wait to see where I will be six months from now. You can do the same, what are you waiting for? ✨✨

DON’T BE AFRAID OF YOUR FEARS. THEY’RE NOT THERE TO SCARE YOU. THEY’RE THERE TO LET YOU KNOW ✨SOMETHING✨ IS WORTH IT 🔮

✨DONT BE AFRAID OF YOUR FEARS. THEY’RE THERE TO LET YOU KNOW THAT SOMETHING IS WORTH IT. 🔮

To most of you this is just a s**tty bike that you hate riding on in class because it’s hard... I GET IT. 🤣
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This bike has brought me to my knees. I’ve allowed it to frustrate me to the point of tears, exhaustion and extreme discomfort. It is is a tool that has allowed me to break through many barriers and beliefs. It has helped me become stronger aerobically and mentally. If you’re a member at my gym you’ve seen my Tuesday’s with coach and how we basically slay this bike for an hour. Or he does and I literally am crying trying to keep up.
To my beloved assault, this isn’t a goodbye. Coach and I have made the decision to focus on building strength. So no more tears, dramatic falls to the floor or holding my breath until I almost die workouts for awhile. Thanks for the grueling memories , I can’t wait to create more when it’s time to get fast again. Until then, for the next several months it’s .

Shake up your routine, shake up your WARM UP. You can only grow 🌱 if you are WILLING to go through being uncomfortable.
✨Small changes over time = BIG THINGS ✨
▫️try a new coffee shop
▫️order that book
▫️try those new exercises
▫️eat the unusual thing
▫️smile towards everyone
▫️start your day with a gratitude list
▫️ask that more experienced athlete for help
▫️call instead of text someone
▫️take a different route
▫️stay offline for a day
▫️drink tea instead of coffee
▫️go to a different fitness class

Every Tuesday morning I find a new coffee shop up near mid town. Somedays I take different routes to work. Instead of my third coffee for the day, I order tea. Some days I throw different movements together for a warm up.. ✌🏻
What are you going to do today to mix things up?

Shake up your routine. You can only grow if you are WILLING to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new. Fight that inner resistance to change. Expand your horizons. It’s easier then you think... start with small things..
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✨Small things over time = BIG THINGS ✨
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▫️try a new coffee shop
▫️order that book
▫️eat the unusual thing
▫️smile towards everyone
▫️start your day with a gratitude list
▫️call instead of text someone
▫️take a different route
▫️stay offline for a day
▫️drink tea instead of coffee
▫️go to a different fitness class
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Every Tuesday morning I find a new coffee shop up near mid town. ✌🏻
What are you going to do today to mix things up?

Shake up your routine. You can only grow if you are WILLING to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new. Fight that inner resistance to change. Expand your horizons. It’s easier then you think... start with small things..

✨Small things over time = BIG THINGS ✨

•try a new coffee shop

•order that book

•eat the unusual thing

•smile towards everyone

•start your day with a gratitude list

•call instead of text someone

•take a different route

•stay offline for a day

•drink tea instead of coffee

•go to a different fitness class

Every Tuesday morning I find a new coffee shop up near mid town. ✌🏻
What are you going to do today to mix things up?

Shake up your routine. You can only grow if you are WILLING to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new. Fight that inner resistance to change. Expand your horizons. It’s easier then you think... start with small things..
✨Small things over time = BIG THINGS ✨
•try a new coffee shop
•order that book
•eat the unusual thing
•smile towards everyone
•start your day with a gratitude list
•call instead of text someone
•take a different route
•stay offline for a day
•drink tea instead of coffee
•go to a different fitness class

Every Tuesday morning I find a new coffee shop up near mid town. ✌🏻
What are you going to do today to mix things up?