Sometimes it feels like things are done to you, when really those things are done for you. #onthebench
Author: The Masters Division
Sugar – How much is too much?
Got a sweet tooth? Most of us do. But how much sugar is too much sugar. We’re facing an epidemic of obesity in this country that affects every age group. But we can get a handle on our sugar intake.
Test and Retest
CrossFit itself is defined as that which optimizes fitness (constantly varied functional movements performed at relatively high intensity).
Back to Basics
After 7 months, I can do 12 pull-ups without a band, but not unbroken. So my friend, Katie and I made a pact to do 10 strict pull-ups everyday to help us get stronger.
Pull-Ups
Pull-ups are my nemesis. Today I did 12 out of 45 without a band. That’s two more than I’ve done before. Baby Steps.
Rowing, Stroke Rates, and Split Times
Rowing… some of us love it, some of us hate. Most of us don’t really understand it the way we should. Will a higher damper number help me finish faster or will a lower one? And what’s this business about stroke rates and split times?
Count the Chips
When you do a WOD that is a set number of rounds, it’s good to use poker chips to keep track of your rounds.
To Go Heavy or Light
We did front rack lunges today during the strength WOD. So the question came up today, “what’s a good weight for this strength WOD?” Well, the answer depends on each person.
Margaret
“I’ve recently taken on a new CrossFit member and she has been nothing short of inspiring. She is 80 years old, has two… Posted
Aarone’s first Crossfit Class
It wasn’t Partner WOD Friday, but I brought a friend to class today. I was kind of nervous because I saw the WOD before she did. I was nervous about it for myself. But even more so for her because it was her first day. But she #embracedthechallenge.