Dr Seuss Knows All

May 14, 2013

 Today seemed like another good day for a lighter post. When I saw this picture I thought it was perfect.

WARMUP:
3 Rounds
- 10 Lunges
- 10 HR Pushups
- 10 Toy Soldiers
- 10 ATW
- 5 Handstands

OLY:

EMOTM for 7 Minutes
- 1 High Hang Squat Clean
- 1 Hang Squat Clean
- 1 Squat Clean and Jerk
(125lbs)

TEAM WOD:
4 Rounds
- 500m Row
- 30 Double Unders
- 4 Pistols
(10:44)

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SQUATS!

May 13, 2013

Yeah, so I feel like the last few days... weeks even have been insanely intense for me. I have been on a roller coaster of emotions... so what better way to remedy that with... a little humor!

Its easy to get wrapped up in the stress and craziness of training and competing and failing and succeeding... so many highs and lows. What I have decided to do is take a step back. Remember where I have come from, the goals I have set for myself and where I am today. Open my eyes and smile the biggest smile that I can spread across my face. I wouldn't be me if I didn't add the stress and emotion to everything I do.

I love this shit. I wouldn't do it if I didn't.

I also love Pinky and the Brain...

... and squats!

WARMUP:
3 Rounds
- 5 Burpees
- 10 Ring Rows
- 15 Squats
1 X 9 Fundamentals

TEAM STRENGTH:
3 X 5 Back Squat @ 70% (170lbs)

TEAM SKILL:
MU Transitions

TEAM WOD:
- 3/1 Burpee/Muscle Up
- 10 Wall Ball
- 10 DB Snatches (50lbs)
Rest 1:1

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No Excuses

May 12, 2013

I have never seen a group of people work so hard in my life. All 8 members of the CrossFit Wachusett Regional Team kicked some total ass today for our last "full" team workout.

You would never hear an excuse out of any mouth in that gym today. I am so so so proud to be a part of such an amazing group of athletes and I am really excited for this weekend!!

WARMUP:
3 Rounds
- 10 Lunges
- 10 Around the World
- 10 Squats
- 10 Inchworms

TEAM WOD:
7 Min to Establish 3RM OH Squat

TEAM WOD:
7 Muinutes of Burpee Muscle Ups

TEAM SKILL:
Single Arm Dumbell Snatches

TEAM WOD:
Rope Climbs and Squat Cleans

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I Decide.

May 11, 2013

Its not easy to not get discouraged when you are not yet able do something you really want to do... notice I did not say CANT...

I was taught at  very young age that if I want something that is difficult for me to achieve I just have to work harder to get it. With time, patience and confidence I will hit my goals.

Never, ever, ever, quit.

WARMUP:
Open Gym Warmup

SKILL:
MU Work

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Obstacles Make You Fight

May 10, 2013

Its hard for me to put into words the emotions that I am going through at this time. That might seem hard for some to understand, as I typically have no problem dumping my brain into the computer to expunge it from my thoughts. I am finding myself all over the place with excitement, anxiety and  little bit of fear. I suppose that is perfectly normal.

There is one thing that I dont have, and that is doubt. Last year when I was volunteering at the Regional I made  promise to myself that I was going to do everything I could to be on that field this year. I pushed through a lot over the last year and after the Open I couldnt have been happier with myself. Collectively, our entire gym worked so hard to place high enough that we could compete at the Regional. The challenges that face me at this point are just more obstacles that continue to keep me motivated and on my toes, pushing and fighting.

I will continue to fight and I will continue to put my best foot forward as I would expect anyone else in my position to do. Every athlete that lays everything on the line with each workout knows what it feels like to be filled with emotions that are almost unexplainable. However, there is no failure here. Every day I work harder to be better than I was yesterday. Every day I face new obstacles...

WARMUP:
3 Rounds
- 200m Run
- 10 Grasshopper
- 10 Around the World
- 10 Air Suat
- 5 Burpee

TEAM WOD: The 30's
- 30 Wall Balls (14lb to 10')
- 30 Chest to Bars
- 30 Alternating Pistols
- 30 Single Arm Dumbell Snatches (50lbs)
(10:08 Rx)

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Its Deadlift Day!

May 9, 2013

Oh what a beautiful morning, oh what a beautiful day!! I was really really excited to see the WODs released last night and read about the standards. Of course the terrifying feeling of not having a muscle up has passed through my head over and over... and that is one BIG fish I have to learn to fry... and quick!

Now, the way they have structured the WOD's this year for teams is  little different. There are two WOD's every day. Each of the 6 teammates will have to complete at least one WOD a day that will also include the rest of the 5 teammates. The second (or first) WOD on each day will be just one man and one woman from each team. All three of each gender have to perform one of the 2 person workouts and all three of the 6 person workouts.

It was pretty clear that of the three, day two was right up my alley. I can do Jackie, but I have tough time with pullups. I would be ok with the walking lunges and oh presses... but my double unders and handstand pushups are not so hot. Alas, the crossfit gods answered my prayers and included a heavy deadlift in  a workout! Hoooooray!

Today JM and I were side by side kicking 2013 Team WOD #5's butt!! It was great!! The deadlift is heavy and it takes everything you have inside you to keep pushing through the 21-15-9... but god it feels so good to lift heavy shit!

I am excited for the next few days of challenging WODs. We will be completing all of them to see how well all 4 teammates do. Just ONE WEEK left until the Regional!

Lets do this CFW!

WARMUP:
3 Rounds
- 20 Double Unders
- 10 Situps
- 10 Back Extensions
- 10 Pushups
- 10 Scorpions
1 X 9 Fundamentals

TEAM STRENGTH:
7 Minutes to Establish 3RM OH Squat
(150lbs PERSONAL BEST!!)

WOD: 2013 Regional WOD #5
21-15-9 (10 min cap)
- Deadlift (185lbs)
- Box Jumps (24" Box)
(4:58 Rx)

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Let There Be WODs!

May 8, 2013