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In Honor of Heroes – 911 Swings

This morning I was scrolling through twitter and saw one of my kettlebell buddies tweet, “911 swings done”.

My heart sunk.

This evening, I headed to the beach alone with two kettlebells to do 911 swings in honor of those who lost their lives 10 years ago today.

In Honor of Heroes Workout – 911 Swings

30 – Two Handed Swings
30 – One Handed Swings (15 R, 15 L)
30 – Two Handed Swings
30 – Alternating Swings
30 – Two Handed Swings
30 – One Handed Swings (15 R, 15 L)

Repeat 5x for a total of 900 swings.

For the last 11 swings I brought my heaviest kettlebell and finished those 11 just as the sun was setting.

I hadn’t planned it that way.

Then I walked down to the water’s edge.

And inhaled the salty ocean air feeling grateful and alive.

As the moon began to replace the sun I sat down in the sand and prayed…

…and thought

…and remembered.

Hugs and High Fives,

Jenn

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I'm so happy you stopped by my little corner of the web where I write about fitness, food, and amazing women I "meet". I live in California with my wonderful husband and two rambunctious boys. I'm a personal trainer and dreamer. I enjoy most things but some of my favorites are reading, acting, camping, cooking, music, writing, traveling, and being in the moment with my favorite people! You can read more about me here! I hope you stop by often!
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5 Responses to “In Honor of Heroes – 911 Swings”

  1. On September 12, 2011 at 5:55 am Katie responded with... #

    To say I’m impressed is a gross understatement.

    Reply
  2. On September 12, 2011 at 2:36 pm Deb (SmoothieGirlEatsToo) responded with... #

    Wonderful and touching.

    Reply
  3. On September 12, 2011 at 6:33 pm MarthaB responded with... #

    Cool. You’re cool.

    Reply
  4. On September 13, 2011 at 8:15 pm charlotte responded with... #

    Wow – way to go!!! I kind of want to try this at the gym tomorrow now. Just to see if I can keep up with you;) And what a beautiful tribute. Loved the pics as well!

    Reply
    • On September 20, 2011 at 10:15 pm jennincat responded with... #

      Did you do it? You know, I honestly think you are probably better conditioned and stronger than me.

      Reply

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  • Posted on September 11, 2011
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