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Friday“Always Remembered” Teams of 2 (1 athlete works at a time) WOD (30 minute time cap) Buy-in: Row 2001 meters 4 rounds: 9 Rope Climbs 11 Bear Complexes (155/105) (power clean, front squat, push press, back squat, push press) Cash out: 2977 meter row (2001 -year 4 – Number of planes 9 – month 11 – day 2977 – number of…

I use the Mc David 441 Calf Sleeve, saves my shins during rope climbs and deads. You can find them on amazon for $13 bucks per sleeve. I haven't had any issues with them, pretty breathable and they don't move around at all.

I started out at 3 days per week and ran on my off days when I first joined....I go Monday-Friday now and sometimes on Saturdays (ditched my run days)...depends on how heavy of a week we've had and if my schedule allows it. There've been a few occasions where I've taken a Thursday/Friday off just to recover maybe once…

Chin up-it's hard not to compare yourself to others....but seriously-don't do it; instead-refocus your attention. I've plateaued, gotten smoked by other athletes at my box, and formed some bad habits-which I had to undo, it happens, but don't let it derail you. Heck, I finally got my first strict pull up yesterday (started…

Lol, nice. I go off plan every now and again too, which isn't a bad thing-usually get right back on track the next meal. Cheers!

Awesome results! Keep it up-you made it 5 weeks, nothing is stopping you from continuing right? I did a challenge in March for 8 weeks, first two weeks sucked scissors. Somewhere along the way I realized good eating habits don't have to be boring, so I started trying new recipes and I've had fun with it which in return has…

Wod first: 16 Minute time cap 2 rounds Row 800m Run 200m 5 rope climbs 5 wall walks+5 shoulder taps at the top of each wall walk. Skill: 10 min 8 weighted sit-ups (db across chest any weight) :30 plank hold 10 superman rocks Finished 1 round + 1 rope climb......felt like death after this one....:cry:

Sort of forgot about this thread....Here's what we did today: Skill 16 minutes 2 deadlifts (85% of max) 2-4 atlas stone to shoulder Rest 1 minute, repeat WOD: 16 minute time cap 100 Box Jumps 30/24 5 Thrusters EMOM 95/65 RX (Elite weights were 135/95) Finished in 10:03 rx

Woke up Sunday morning feeling like I was ran over by a steam roller......my word!!! Now that I'm done whining...competition went really well. We placed 17th as a team. For not knowing each other for more than 24 hours (our box has two locations), our transitions were seamless. We communicated a ton before each WOD and…

I use Formulx-so far so good, the vanilla tastes good and blends well too. Haven't tried the chocolate though....I just add cacao powder if I want to change it up.

The owner at our box does most all of the programming-I think some of the other coaches give input from time to time. Looking back at each week, seems like there is a definite theme to work certain muscle groups. I go M-F so by Wednesday/Thursday, I have a good feel for what areas he's targeting. It's a good mix though…

Fight Gone Bad Max reps at each station for one minute 3 rounds Wall Balls (10ft target) SDHP 75/55 Box Jumps 24/20 Push Press75/55 Row (cal row) rest Score is total reps. We had partners count for us, which saved a ton of time. I got 252, took a little bit to catch my breath again, but it was fun :)

Yay! That's wonderful!!

Yeah, too uncoordinated for that. I didn't stand on the box-although I've seen it done. I think I googled it and found tutorial videos of people doing it that way. I used a box for my butt to land on behind me until I could get comfortable with balance and depth. I started with a 20 inch box and gradually worked my way…

I used a box for a while. Once I got to a low enough box I switched to using a 10lb plate under my heel....if I use the plate and grab my foot with one hand, it's easier for me to balance myself out...I tried using the bands but I found myself using my arms too much to get back up. Practice, practice, practice....you get…

That's horrible. Prayers go out to all of those who have perished and their families. Innocent people lost their lives for no good reason at all-so sad.

If you're body is anything like mine, it may be the last to go. Not sure how long you've been doing crossfit-it's been the most effective way to for me to reduce body fat, increase strength and as a byproduct I'm seeing progress in my stomach area. Seems like you're on the right track-exercise patience and stick with it,…

Yikes! Swimming may be another good option too. I feel like about every 3 months or so I need a few days off from WODing, it gives me enough time to recover from aches and soreness. Good for you for listening to what your body is saying.

^^ Yay! Good for you....I was doing double, single, double, single for a while until I made myself try harder. I jumped higher each time and I can finally string 6-7 together now. I have yet to figure out how to relax my arms-my shoulders burn after doing them for a while. And yes, the pee factor....so annoying. Our WOD…

....how you do your hair for work in the morning is determined by how sore you are from doing yesterday's WOD. Cindy guarantees a few days of wearing my hair down...

I feel your pain. I'm having to purchase jeans that will accommodate my quads, and then have the waist altered...sigh. Same issue with shorts-I've got a huge gap around my waist but they cover my legs perfectly. I'm starting to wear a lot more dresses/skirts now because it's been sort of frustrating to shop for a pair of…

I feel 100x's better when I do.....I do have an off day every now and again and have the burger/fries or pizza or alcohol, and I notice a big difference in my performance if I'm working out the next day. It's enough to motivate me to stay on track. I've had more strength gains and better results with body fat % by eating…

Started at 3 days, quickly moved to 5 M-F

We did 14.5 today.....RX'd it at 17:59. I was determined to finish within 20 minutes. Key for me was to keep moving (and breathing). The last set of thrusters was a killer. Looking at the bar, I knew it was ONLY 3 reps, but I swear the weight on the bar looked twice it's size lol....Once I picked it up, I tried to finish…

Got 98, and a PR on my deadlift 185#....I'm happy with that. We did have a "I will no rep bad form" conversation from our coach this morning....which was a good reminder. I was so happy to finally have a WOD where I could actually do both movements un-scaled... Be careful out there!

Lol, safety first. Not sure what shoes you wear....I failed to mention, staying on my heels was a minor issue for me in the beginning, I remember taking off my shoes (which weren't the best) to actually feel the difference of sitting back on my heels which helped.

I struggled with the OHS when I first started. I realized I put weights on the bar too quickly before I had correct form. So I went back down to the lightest bar and worked on it (my ego was bruised a little :frown:) . My issue was not locking out my elbows now it feels as though I sort of shrug my shoulders in order to…

So, it's for people who have been doing Crossfit for one year or less....From what I can see the WOD's are using the basic fundamental movements with the bar weights being somewhat less than RX. Seems like a fun challenge. :smile:

Skill: 14 Minutes (alternating) 10 burpees 3 Push or Split Jerks (you're choice) WOD: 12 minutes for time 55 KB swings 70/53# 45 Box Jumps 24/20 400 Meter Run Rx'd in 8:38....KB swings nearly smoked me.

Thanks ascrit. hmanley66...good job. I could barely crawl out of bed my first week, my husband thought I was insane for going back. I felt so much better after our warm ups. Looking back I'm so happy I didn't quit, this has been the best thing for me. I go Monday through Friday now and love it. Good luck to you!