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Fun workout today! (0)

February 3, 2010 • Category: CrossFit workouts

Trainer Stephanie designed a good workout for today that provided a back-off for people who needed it, or could be scaled up for those who were rarin’ to go. 30 seconds each of: jumprope, squats, rest, jumprope, push-ups, rest, jumprope, box jumps, rest, jumprope, burpees, rest, jumprope, push-press, rest, jumprope, pull-ups, rest.
First we deadlifted. [...]

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Wanted to do “Helen” but it was raining so… (0)

200 jump rope jumps
21 kettlebell swings
12 pull-ups
3 rounds
Nine people worked out, and the finish times were from 9:11 to about 16 minutes.
Earlier we had worked on front squats. The most common mistake today was a slight relaxation at the very bottom when changing direction. It seems natural to relax in a squat… but it’s not [...]

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Morning classes added! (0)

Starting Monday January 25, we have morning classes:
Monday through Thursday, 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM
Friday, 6:30 AM
Tom teaches the 6:30 AM classes on Wednesday and Friday, and Stephanie has the rest. Come on in, early birds. We know how serious about your workouts you are when you’re up that early. Tom and Stephanie are ready [...]

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New article on back safety is up (Comments Off)

Keep a neutral spine when you’re lifting and reaching. This article explains what that means and how to practice safe spine techniques.

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No reason to eat grain (1)

If you talk to a doctor or a nutritionist who wants you to eat grain, ask them what you can get there that you can’t get from whole foods like meat, vegetables, fruit, and nuts. There isn’t anything.

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Last summer’s stunt video (Comments Off)

I made this video for fun and inspiration — and to keep me accountable to hold onto the abilities that I’ve worked for.