Small Whiteboard PSA and 18.2 Highlights

Thanks to Erin, we have a collection of  small whiteboard squares sitting in the cubbies (I was originally corrected by Nabil on this, Sorry Erin!). These are great for writing down what the workout is, so we do not have to make trips over…

Get Your Mind Right – Decluttering

There is something quite relaxing and calming to me about sitting down and relaxing in a clean and clutter free home. With a toddler, those days are far and few between, but recently, I have adapted principals that help me with my goal of living…

Weekly WOD Insights 3/5/18

Monday On Thursday evening, after the announcement of 18.2 I realized we had an odd number of 35lb. dumbbells at the gym.... and with heats starting the next day, I wanted to get one ASAP.  So I went to Target, and in true male fashion I opted…

Fitness and Conditioning

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I read this article recently and wanted to share it with you Sweat Shoppers on contrasting the concepts of fitness versus conditioning. One being more a "potential" marker of performance while the other is a skill set. While I think this article…

Warming Up for the Open

During 18.1 last week, I noticed that there were some members that were "lost" in warming up for their heat. I noticed anywhere from people going into the workout completely cold to some who were trying to warm up but with really no rhyme…

18.1 Highlight Video

After probably severely overhyping the release of the 18.1 highlight video, it is finally here. Both Rene and myself worked together collecting video clips from this past weeks Open performances. I had a fun time editing this video, and am…

Getting the Most Out of the Open

We are just getting under way with the Open and after coaching, judging, spectating, and participating during 18.1, it got me thinking about some tips to help those doing the Open make the most out of their experience. Plan/Taper With us having…

WOD Insights 2/26

Monday A spin on the classic DT workout. Rx'd has slightly less rounds than other options, but everyone runs the same. Choose a weight you can move through quickly, even unbroken. Keep the intensity up and keep it relatively light. This workout…

Intramural Open and 18.1 Prep

The 2018 CrossFit Open is finally here! The first workout was announced Thursday and folks will have untill Monday to complete it and submit scores online. I got to watch a couple folks go today so I've posted a few quick tips for preparation…