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I Miss Hong Kong WOD

Posted on April 21, 2012 by

My favorite gym in Asia is Ashley and Alix’ Crossfit Asphodel in Hong Kong. You guys rock! Since I won’t be back for a while I decided to do their WOD today… Strength Power Cleans 3-3-3-3-3 [160 lbs] immediately … Continue reading →

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Running with a Bear

Posted on April 20, 2012 by

Now that spring is in full force in Philadelphia my workout options explode outdoors. Running around my office is like being in an arboretum with blooming trees everywhere. Weather is not too warm but I’m sure I will miss this … Continue reading →

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Rowing with Jackie

Posted on April 19, 2012 by

Another benchmark day. I find “Jackie” the most deceiving of the benchmark girls. She pleads you to do just a little rowing here and some light weights over there and all of a sudden you’re wheezing on the floor… Skills … Continue reading →

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CrossFit Life Lesson 18 – Don’t Let Go of the Bar

Posted on April 18, 2012 by

All challenges in life eventually can be summed up as pushing against resistance… It is most obvious in weightlifting. When you step up to your new personal record weight, you only need to do two things to succeed: Commit to … Continue reading →

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Tax Day WOD

Posted on April 17, 2012 by

I’m not sure if other countries turn their tax day into a National Day of Dread but judging from the lines in front of the Post Offices I drove past this morning – it’s a big deal over here… So, … Continue reading →