Category Archives: Travel

Singapore Crossfit – The Friendliest Tough Box I’ve Seen

Posted on February 11, 2012 by

I was blown away by Crossfit Singapore. Everyone was welcoming and friendly. During the run, the others were high-fiving me – which I suspect was their way to ensure I won’t pass out in the 100F heat… This gym is … Continue reading →

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Singapore Bliss

Posted on February 10, 2012 by

I finally found a hotel (Marina Bay) where I really couldn’t complain about the gym… First, it was on the 55th floor overlooking the Singapore bay. They had a great free weight room away from the treadmills…. It was empty… … Continue reading →

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Hong Kong Rings

Posted on February 9, 2012 by

Ashley and Alix at Crossfit Hong Kong always show me something unique. Today had the best strict muscle-up progression I’ve ever seen. 4 stations progressing through stages of the movement from pull-up, false-grip pull-up to the dip. In the end … Continue reading →

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China needs CrossFit

Posted on February 8, 2012 by

For reasons I still do not understand CrossFit has no presence in China except in Hong Kong but the region has great boxes everywhere from Singapore through Vietnam to Korea. There is an almost unparalleled gymnastics tradition on the Mainland … Continue reading →

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China World

Posted on February 7, 2012 by

After 4 hours of sleep I flew to Beijing this morning and checked into my favorite hotel at China World. I had a great business dinner at a historic restaurant that had 18 different rooms and some antique furniture worth … Continue reading →