Category Archives: Competition

Races as WODs

Posted on July 15, 2012 by RX

I thought it was a unique play until I ran into 3 other Crossfitters doing 2 adventure races on the same day (Down&Dirty and Spartan). At least I answered some nagging questions about life, fitness and everything: 1. Should I … Continue reading →

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Race Day Prep

Posted on July 14, 2012 by RX

A good rest before tomorrow’s 12-mile (a Merrell and a Spartan back to back) mountain adventure race with some crazy obstacles and plenty of mud, I’m sure. Not that I ever quite understood what mud has to do with running, … Continue reading →

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The CrossFit Scientist

Posted on June 3, 2012 by RX

In a sport where you are on the clock and measured for every movement, it is expected that there are great tools for tracking performance. In fact there are countless WOD trackers and planners available both online and off. Many … Continue reading →

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Race Programming in CrossFit

Posted on May 20, 2012 by RX

In my formative years there was a lot of focus on periodization and macro and micro training cycles as you ramped up for your marathon or triathlon. With Crossfit, the idea is that we are always ready and any programming … Continue reading →

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CMC Mission Done

Posted on May 19, 2012 by RX

I finished the CMC race which is all I wanted out of this beautiful Saturday run. This was probably my most challenging and amazing race yet. All athletes were in top shape and very motivated which gave the race an … Continue reading →

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