Kara Saunders is a powerhouse in the world of CrossFit, known for her relentless dedication to training no matter the circumstances. Whether it’s rain or shine, she’s committed to pushing her limits, as seen in a recent Instagram video where she completed an intense workout in her home gym, despite pouring rain. Pull-ups, hanging crunches, and wall ball throws were no match for the weather, and Saunders powered through, embodying resilience and determination. “It actually felt so liberating to just get shit done, rain and all,” she shared in her caption. From lifting weights to crushing pull-ups, Saunders’ training routine reflects her grit, discipline, and passion for fitness, proving that with the right mindset, nothing can stop her.
In her Instagram video, Saunders is seen doing pull-ups to stay in shape. NASM states that the workout is very beneficial. “Pull ups use the lats, rhomboids, traps, shoulders, posterior deltoids, and brachialis. Because of the overhand grip, your lats will do the majority of the work since they are getting less help from the biceps. Why are pull ups harder than chin ups? The wider overhand grip used in pull ups places a greater demand on the lats with less help from the biceps, making this move feel more challenging.”
Saunders likes to lift weights to stay in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself lifting a barbell. Saunders captioned the post, “Basic honest triple snatches at 80% After….4 sets. 20 cal echo. 80 box step ups in a ruck 💪🏽Rest 90 seconds between sets. Moral support courtesy of @mattsaund0, a sleeping baby, and some tunes on my @esc_sounds mini speaker 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽”
One exercise that Saunders likes to do with weights is deadlifts. She is seen doing them in this workout video on her Instagram. Saunders captioned the post, “Gets a Brazo housemate for a week…..nek minute 😜 IYKYK. Garage fitness just went up a notch 😂👌🏽 (in vibe but definitely not intensity right now 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽)” NASM states that deadlifts are very beneficial. “RDLs are commonly used to strengthen the posterior chain, using the core muscles to stabilize and the hamstrings and glutes to drive the movement.”
Saunders makes sure to work hard and put in a lot of effort when she works out. She talked about this in the caption of this Instagram video. “EFFORT * ~ To me is the single most attractive/magnetic quality there is. Putting in your best effort is also the simplest (not easiest) way to build self esteem. It’s never about how good you are. Anyone can do that💥”
Saunders likes to use an exercise bike to keep herself in shape. She is seen using one in the previous Instagram post. Saunders is also seen doing this in this video she posted. She captioned it, “ECHO sprint whip. IKYK.” Penn State PRO Wellness states that exercise bikes are very beneficial. “Riding a stationary bike can help build strength in your legs and lower body, especially if you use a higher resistance.”