Thursday 10-25-12

The Fight Comes To You DB Snatch + OH Lunge (R arm, L leg) (35/20#) DB Snatch + OH Lunge (L arm, R leg) (35/20#) Burpee Box Overs (18/12″) Jumping Barbell Squats (45/30#) 60s of max reps at each station with 30s to move to the next spot. x3 […]

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CrossFit Adaptations Part 5- Flexibility

This CF Adaptations Series has already covered IWCABTMD, Cardiovascular/ Respiratory Endurance, Stamina, and Strength. Today is all about one of the most neglected aspect of fitness for most folks- Flexibility.   Flexibility is described as the ability to maximize the range of motion (ROM) at a given joint. As a former distance runner, I know […]

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Lean Turkey Challenge

T is for Turkey. T is also for T…aka Coach T…aka the female winner of the first LTC in 2010. Here’s what she has to say about the LTC: “Two years ago, I won the Lean Turkey Challenge by losing 18 pounds and 4 inches off my waist.  It was the most successful weight loss […]

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CrossFit Adaptations Part 4- Strength

There is no such thing as “firming and toning.” There is only stronger and weaker. -Mark Rippetoe As we continue our CrossFit Adaptations series, let’s turn our focus on Strength. You can catch Parts 1, 2, or 3 to catch up if you missed them. Strength is the ability of a muscular unit or combination […]

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