CrossFit athlete and LW Pro Strongwoman, Kristen Graham, works hard to stay in incredible shape and inspire others to do the same. “It’s about the recoil….Brand new YouTube Video just dropped,” she said on Instagram on a video of her weightlifting. Here’s what Kristen does to prioritize staying fit and healthy.
She lifts weights, of course, as part of her workout routine. “Can’t wait for @corrinlemieux to come back and visit very soon. You know what that means 😘😅 more content,” she said while lifting weights in the gym with her friend in a video on Instagram.
She enjoys deadlifting and how strong it makes her feel. “1-2-3 LET’S GO! First time deadlifting since I tore my lat. So in true KG fashion I did it in a bikini, barefoot, no belt on the beach😜 what did I hit? Check the full video on YouTube to find out! Energy and aggression from @blackstone_labs Halo Elite! If you haven’t tried it, it’s a must. The aggression pushes limits,” she said on Instagram.
She prioritizes her mental strength and celebrates how far she’s come. “I have learned a tremendous amount about myself through the years that I have competed. Fighting through weakness, learning new movements, failing a lot… but it truly builds resilience within you. When you grind through the days of work, that strength and mental endurance came from sport. I’m so thankful for the opportunities I’ve had and continue to have,” she said on Instagram.
She doesn’t leave her shoulders out of her workouts. “Watch me hit Quads & Shoulders! Full workout on @youtube today,” she said on Instagram on a video of her pumping iron in the gym. According to Harvard Health, “your shoulders are a crucial part of your mobility and independence. You need them to be healthy and pain-free so you can drive a car, lift groceries, do housework, or pick up a child.”
She works on making her back muscular and strong. “Who likes a girl with a muscular back?? #fitgirls #bodybuilder #strongback,” she said on Instagram on a video of her working on her back muscles. According to Harvard Health, “your back is made up of different types of specialized muscles that enable you to move your body so you can twist, turn, bend, stand, walk, run, and lift. Strengthening your back muscles can help you perform everyday activities such as putting on your shoes or closing a window. Strong back muscles can also enhance athletic performance in activities such as swimming or climbing.”