So on Saturday, my dog, Katie, a 70-lbs Belgian Shepherd Mix, was badly bitten by another dog at the dog park.  She ended up needing stitches and staples to close her wound.  When she arrived at home after her procedure, she was still deep under the anesthesia, which numbed her entire body.  In other words, she was 70-lbs of deadweight and needed to be carried up a bunch of stairs to her bed.  In CrossFit words, a 70-lbs weighted stair climb!  For someone without CrossFit background that might be a very daunting task.  However, for someone who is used to squat cleaning or thrusting even heavier loads, there is no hesistation!  Because CrossFit focuses on functionality, you are better prepared for whatever life might throw at you.  Whether it is carrying an injured civilian to safety or just carrying the groceries up a flight of stairs, CrossFitters have a functional strength that is unmatched by any other workout!