Workout: “Cindy” photos from today
First we worked on overhead squats for our strength workout. Then we did “Cindy”: As many rounds as possible (AMRAP) in 20 minutes of 5 pull-ups, 10 push-ups, 15 squats. One person, Jude the Awesome, chose to do “Mary” instead–also a body-weight workout but a harder one, with AMRAP 20 minutes of 5 handstand push-ups, 10 pistols/one-leg squats, 15 pull-ups. Everyone’s hard work was impressive! Thanks all!
Read MoreNew? Come to Saturday’s beginner class
Saturday at 8:30 AM is a free beginners’ CrossFit class. Come in and see what we do, with some lifting and a workout that’s tailored to people who are just starting out in CrossFit. Sign up here. People who came in last week liked it, and some have already been back for more CrossFit. It’s fun!
Read MoreIs it true that the brain can only metabolize carbs?
No. “The only tissues in the body absolutely dependent on glucose are your red blood cells. They feed anaerobically so they can preserve their precious cargo which is oxygen. Everything else in the human body, however, [including the brain] can function just beautifully and consistently on ketones [a byproduct of the metabolism of fat].” Do low-carb diets / Paleo-style diets cause depression? No. Read more about both of these notions here, in a post by nutritional therapist and...
Read MoreCome in and deadlift tonight!
4:30, 5:30, 6:30 classes tonight will all begin with deadlifts, my favorite lift. Come in and lift – even if you never have! This is a great night to try it. Thursdays are quiet; take advantage of this chance to deadlift!
Read MoreFree beginners’ CrossFit class, Saturday mornings
Starting Saturday, March 20, come in at 8:30 AM for a free beginners’ workout. Get a sample of CrossFit and see how you like it. Find out how workouts are designed and how they’re scaled down or up for the right level of intensity. Sign up for a free BEGINNERS’ introductory class This class starts Saturday, March 20, 2010, 8:30 to 9:30 AM, and occurs weekly on Saturdays at 8:30. Not new to CrossFit? Sign up for a free class for EXPERIENCED...
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