SSGT Daniel Hansen – photo courtesy CrossFit.com

Fallen But Not Forgotten – excerpt

For those of us who undertake these physical tests, the psychological effects of performing a Hero workout are tremendous. It’s easy to treat these prescriptions as any workout of the day, but for those who take the time to learn about the heroes they honor, the WODs can become as spiritual and emotionally demanding as they are physically grueling.
When keeping the stories behind the real-life heroes in mind, slowing down during a Hero workout becomes harder to justify. When the pain of pushing harder becomes too great, I am reminded of the sacrifice these men made for my freedom, and my struggle becomes laughable. And when I compare my temporary suffering to the lifelong sorrow felt by the grieving families of these men, dropping the bar becomes an embarrassment to my country.
The Hero workout is more than a test of physical ability. It bridges the gap between the body and the mind, emotion and experience, and gives us the chance to do more than just remember our soldiers. It gives us the chance to sweat, bleed, suffer and grieve for our fallen heroes one rep at a time.

Read full article here.

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Legitness of the Week

Donna C. 130×3 Deadlift (PR)
Mike B. 280×3 Deadlift (PR)
Lones 215×3 Deadlift (PR)
Kristin 205×3 Deadlift (PR)
Mark 315×5 Deadlift (PR)
Eric 240×4 Deadlift (PR)
John M. 435×3 Deadlift (PR)
Jessica 190×3 Deadlift (PR)
Marisa 105×4 Deadlift (PR)
Jin 280×3 Deadlift (PR)
Vanessa 225×4 Deadlift (PR)
Brian 269×3 Deadlift (PR)
Heejin 95×3 Deadlift (PR)
Josh 405×3 Deadlift (PR)
Tom 215×3 Deadlift (PR)
Cassie does double under as Rx’d in Tueday’s workout, THEN achieves goal of 10 pullups on blue band
Alex is the only person to complete “Hansen” Rx’d
Aaron & Criselda welcome their first child into this world on August 10, 2010, 6lb. 7oz. baby Jocelyn… CONGRATULATIONS!

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Friday’s WOD:

“Hansen”
In memory of SSGT Daniel Hansen

5 Rounds
30 KB Swings
30 Situps
30 Burpees

results:

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Thursday’s WOD:

5 Rounds

15 Back Squats
20 KB Swings
Max REPS Pullups

Rest 3 minutes between rounds

results:

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