Monthly Archives: May 2012

Generalist or Specialist

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

Talking to our coach at CF KOP, she pointed out that Crossfit increasingly requires both general preparedness (GPP) and specialization for elite level competition. GPP can get you through the next adventure race or CrossFit Open but for the regionals, the … Continue reading →

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Race Programming in CrossFit

Posted on May 20, 2012 by

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

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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Broadjumping on the Great Wall

Posted on May 18, 2012 by

Today is rest day before the CMC race tomorrow. And speaking of adventure running and grueling mountains I couldn’t help thinking of China… I have to admit last time I visited the Great Wall I made an error in judgement … Continue reading →

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Preparing for the Beating of a Race

Posted on May 17, 2012 by

The first time my chiropractor applied kinesiology tape to reconstruct me after a particularly vicious bout of a Hero WOD, the taping industry was still more focused on running and biking than CrossFit. If you are a runner or cyclist … Continue reading →