How many of you are guilty of accidentally (or intentionally) teaching a small child a bad habit? Are you the uncle that always makes fart jokes? Are you the goofy cousin that is always throwing things into the fire that don't belong? How about your language? Do the kids in your life need "ear muffs"?

Ever stop and wonder what kind of role model you are being for the kids in your life? I'm not just talking about YOUR children either. Almost all of us have kids in our life in one way or another. These kids see us and whether or not we realize it, these kids look to us to determine how they live their lives. From a very early age children can imitate pretty well.

We all know and love Super Jack. He's a spectacular little shirtless man who does burpees, push-ups, sit-ups, swings from the rings, rows and lifts weights. He even DROPS his weights and then shakes out his hands when he's done. Keep in mind that I didn't have to show him how to do any of those things. He learned just by watching and imitating.

See what I'm getting at?

By being part of the Fort, you are becoming a better role model to both children and adults alike. Set a good example by practicing what you preach, and by  making your health a priority. If you make time in your schedule to work out and eat right, there's a good chance that someone else will imitate that. Whether it's your sister who needs to lose a few pounds, a coworker who wants to get stronger, or a small child, you are ultimately responsible for setting a good example. BE CrossFit, even after you've left the Fort for the day. LIVE CrossFit, even when you're at a family function and everyone else is having brownies. LOVE CrossFit and what a positive impact it could have on those around you.