Programming 1.15 – 1.21

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[eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Whats going on at CFSB"] Free Costco Paleo Grocery Store Tour - click to reserve your spot Pre-Order your CrossFit Open Shirt here! Free Thyroid Talk with FDN Practitioner Robby - Jan 30th CROSSFIT OPEN REGISTRATION AND INFO IS UP!  Our Christmas Party Is Coming Up! Make sure you let us know you'll be there - click here to let us know!  Check out Our Michael Bann Movement and Assessment Seminar coming up in February Here Love us at CFSB? Want to leave us a review? It really helps! Facebook: Click here! Google: Click here!  Follow us on instagram here [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Monday 1.15"] FIT A. 25 Minutes to complete 3 Sets Back Squat x 8 reps @ 31X1 5 Single-Arm DB Push Presses + 50-Meter Waiter’s Walk (Left Arm) 5 Single-Arm DB Push Presses + 50-Meter Waiter’s Walk (Right Arm) *after the fifth push press, go directly into the walk *build on sets to as heavy as possible B. For time - 13 Minute Cap 40 No Push Up Burpees 40 Weighted Lunges/Walking Lunges 40 V-Ups/Sit Ups 40 Push-ups/Incline Push Ups 40 No Push Up Burpees COMP A. 25 Minutes to complete Three sets of: Back Squat x 8 reps Rest 3 minutes *Select a weight that will make your final 2 reps of each set extremely difficult. I want each set heavy B. For time - 13 Minute Cap 40 No Push Up Burpees onto 2x45's 40 Box Jumps (24″/20″) 40 Toes to Bar 40 Hand Release Push-ups 40 No Push Up Burpees onto 2x45's *2x45's means two stacked #45 plates Score. A, weight(s) B, time or reps in cap. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Tuesday 1.16"] FIT A. Every 2 minutes, for 12 minutes (2 sets of each): Station 1 – Banded Supinated-Grip Pull-Ups/Ring Rows x 8-10 reps @ 2110 Station 2 – Handstand Hold/Box HS/Plank x 45-60 seconds Station 3 – L-Sit/Tuck Sit x 20-60 seconds *nose to wall if possible in hs hold *I have a pretty large range in the l/tuck to accomdate B. 3 Sets for time - 13 Minute Cap 30/20 Calories of Rowing 30 American Kettlebell Swings COMP A. Every 2 minutes, for 12 minutes (2 sets of each): Station 1 – Muscle-Ups with a Pause at Receiving and Pause at Full Extension x 2-5 reps *or 6-8 Muscle Up Transitions Station 2 – Handstand Walk x 10 meters (use partner assist if needed) Station 3 – L-Sit x 45-60 seconds *does not have to be unbroken B. 3 Sets for time - 13 minute Cap 30/20 Calories of Biking 15 Chest to bar/Pull ups 10 Strict Handstand Push-Ups *I will only allow up to 3 mats for your head on the strict Hspu Score A, nothing. B, time or reps in cap. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Wednesday 1.17"] FIT Warm Up: Clean Skill Work A. 20 Minutes to perform 3 Heavy working sets of the complex below 5 Deadlift 4 Hang Power Cleans 3 Front Squats one set is constituted as the 5+4+3, rest as needed between the sets B. Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of: 10 Dumbbell Ground to Overhead 10 Burpees COMP A. For the following 20 minutes, increase the loading on the barbell each set, allowing the initial positional work to help you build into heavy loading for your full cleans from the floor. Every minute, on the minute, for 5 minutes: High Hang Clean x 1 rep @ 50-65% of 1-RM Clean Rest 60 seconds, and then… Every 90 seconds, for 6 minutes (4 sets): Hang Clean x 1 rep @ 65-80% of 1-RM Clean Rest 60 seconds, and then… Every 2mins, for 6 minutes (3 sets): Clean x 1 rep @ 80+% of 1-RM Clean *athlete is responsible for keeping the time themselves B. Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of: 10 Ground to Overhead (115/75 lbs) 10 Ring Dips Score: A, weight. B, reps. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Thursday 1.18"] FIT & COMP A. Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of: 30 Seconds of Wall Ball Shots (Partner A) 30 Seconds of Wall Ball Shots (Partner B) If you don’t have a partner, you’ll simply work for 30 seconds, then rest for 30 seconds, for 10 sets. B. Three sets of: Bulgarian Split Squats x 8 reps each leg @ 3111 Rest while partner works Single-Arm Dumbbell Row x 8 reps each arm @ 2111 Rest while partner work Score: A, reps. B, Weight(s) *Scaling modifications for BSS - Lunges in place, from there, modify height or perform single leg glute bridges. *Post up with knee on a box for the SA DB Row [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Friday 1.19"] FIT A. 21 Minutes to perform 3 Sets Dumbbell Bench Press x 8-10 reps @ 21X1 Bent-Over Dumbbell Reverse Flies x 12-15 reps L-Sit Tuck/ or Tuck to Extension x 6 reps @ 1212 *for bent over DB Reverse flies - use small plates, or small DB's B. 5 Sets for time -  15 Minute Cap 15/10 Calorie Row 20 Alternating Single-Arm Dumbbell Snatches COMP A. 15 Minutes to establish a Bench Press 3rm Once you have found your 3-RM, then perform the following… Every 3 minutes, for 6 minutes (2 sets): Bench Press x Max Reps @ -10 to 15 lbs off today’s last set B. 5 Sets for time - 15 minute cap 15/10 Calories of Assault Bike 20 Alternating Single-Arm Dumbbell Snatches (55/35 lbs) *If we have too many on the bikes, turn into team format where each person much finish 5 sets score: A, weight(s) B, time or reps in cap. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="CFSB HOLIDAY PARTY! Saturday 1.20"] FIT In teams of two, complete five rounds for time of: Both Partners Complete 50 Singles each 50 Kettlebell Swings (25 each) 20 Strict Pull-Ups (10 each) *Partners must perform singles together, and may only start kettlebell swings once both are finished. COMP In teams of two, complete five rounds for time of: Both Partners Complete 50 Doubles each 20 Deadlifts (10 each – 225/155 lbs) 30 Pull-Ups (15 each) *Partners must perform doubles together, and may only start deadlifts once both are finished. Score: time. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Sunday 1.21"] FIT & COMP   A. 5 Sets Row 30s rest 30s Run 30s rest 30s Bike 30s rest 30s Singles 30s rest 30s B. Full Thacker Warm Up [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion]

Free Costco Paleo Grocery Store Tour

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On February 20th at 6pm CFSB Head Nutrition Coach Robby Gustin will be doing a Paleo Grocery Store Tour at Costco in Mishawaka. In this grocery store tour he’ll talk about the following things:
  • How to save a lot of money on healthy food by shopping at Costco
  • Which types of fruits and vegetables are the best to buy organic
  • How to get the best quality seafood
  • How to shop for healthy fats
  • Quick and easy Paleo meals
  • If you’re going to have chocolate as a treat which type is the best to buy
  • Which drinks you can have besides water on the Paleo diet
  • And much more
We only have 15 spots for the tour so please register with the form below if you plan on coming.

CrossFit Blog Programming 1.8 – 1.14

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[eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Whats going on at CFSB"] Wellness Wednesday: Mari's Story - No More Cankles Free Thyroid Talk with FDN Practitioner Robby - Jan 30th Our Christmas Party Is Coming Up! Make sure you let us know you'll be there - click here to let us know!  Check out Our Michael Bann Movement and Assessment Seminar coming up in February Here Love us at CFSB? Want to leave us a review? It really helps! Facebook: Click here! Google: Click here!  Follow us on instagram here [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Monday 1.8"] FIT & COMP 30 Minute Amrap 60s Row/Bike 20-30s forearm plank 30 Doubles/Singles 20-30s Active Hang on Bar 15 American Kettlebell Swings 10 Prisoner Tall Kneeling To Standing - alternate legs Score: Don't score it, move some blood and move with intent and quality [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Tuesday 1.9"] FIT Warm Up/Skill Incorporate Kettlebell Windmills A. 20 -25 Minutes to finish 3 Sets of Back Squat x 8-10 reps @ 31X1 Rest 3-5 Minutes b/w *build B. 2 Sets 4 Minute Amrap 20/15 Calorie Row 15 Thrusters/DB Thrusters Max Reps of Burpees in time remaining Rest 4 minutes between sets COMP A. 20-25 Minutes to work to a Back Squat 1rm B. 2 Sets 4 Minute Amrap 30 Calorie Row 15 Thrusters 95/65 Max Reps of Bar-Facing Burpees in time remaining Rest 4 minutes between sets Score: A, weight. B,burpee reps (total) [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Wednesday 1.10"] Warm Up Incorporate Farmers Carries FIT A. 20 Minutes to finish 3 Sets Dumbbell Shoulder Press x 8-10 reps @ 2111 Pull Ups/Ring Rows x 6-9 @ 2111 *build B. 3 Sets For Time: 15 minute cap 20 Ten Yard Shuttles 30 American/Russian Kettlebell Swings 20 Jumping Pull Ups/Ring Rows COMP A. 12 Minutes to establish a Press 1rm once you have found your Press 1rm then perform... 8 Minutes to finish 2 Sets Push Press x Max Reps @ 80-85% of today’s 1-RM B. “Shuttle Helen” Three rounds for time of: 20 Ten Yard Shuttles 21 American Kettlebell Swings 70/55 12 Pull-Ups Score: A, press weight. B, time or reps in cap. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Thursday 1.11"] Warm Up High Hang Snatch, Hang Snatch, OHS work A. 20 Minutes to finish 4 Sets Overhead Squat/Front Squat x 6-8 reps @ 3311 *build B. Four sets for max reps/calories: 30 seconds of Row Rest 30 seconds 30 seconds of Alternating Reverse Lunge Rest 30 seconds 30 seconds of V-Ups COMP A. 20 Minutes to build to a heavy set of the complex High Hang Snatch + Hang Snatch B. Four sets for max reps/calories: 30 seconds of Assault Bike (for calories) Rest 30 seconds 30 seconds of Jumping Lunges Rest 30 seconds 30 seconds of Toes to Bar Rest 30 seconds Score: A, weight. B, total reps. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Friday 1.12"] FIT A. Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of: 15 Cal Row 20 Alternating Cossack Squats with Kettlebell Goblet Hold/or Balance Assisted 20 Single-Arm KB/DB Presses (10 each arm) Rest 5 minutes, and when the running clock reaches 20:00… B. Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of: 50 Singles/25 Dbls 40 Push-Ups/Incline Push Ups 20 Wall Balls COMP A. Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of: 20 Cal Bike 50 Double-Unders 10 Strict Handstand Push-Ups Rest 5 minutes, and when the running clock reaches 20:00… B. Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of: 20 Cal Row 40 Hand Release Push-Ups 20 Wall Balls 20/14 Score: A, reps. B, reps. Notes: Pay attention to quality of the Cossack squats, you don't stay low and grind with these, you'll come up. Keep your heels down. I'll allow up to 4 Mats on Strict Handstand Push Ups [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Saturday 1.13"] FIT In teams of two, alternating movements throughout, complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 30 minutes of: 25 Air Squats 20 Mountain Climbers 15 American Kettlebell Swings 10 Burpees 5 Strict Pull-Ups Partner A starts with 25 air squats, Partner B then performs 20 mountain climbers, Partner A then performs 15 kettlebell swings, Partner B does 10 burpees, Partner A does 5 strict pull-ups, then Partner B does 25 air squats…and so on. COMP In teams of two, alternating movements throughout, complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 30 minutes of: 50 Air Squats 40 Kettlebell Swings 30 Shoulder to Overhead (95/65 lbs) 20 Burpees 10 Strict Pull-Ups Partner A starts with 50 air squats, Partner B then performs 40 kettlebell swings, Partner A then performs 30 shoulder to overhead, Partner B does 20 burpees, Partner A does 10 strict pull-ups, then Partner B does 50 air squats…and so on. Score rounds + reps [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Sunday 1.14"] FIT & COMP 30 Minute Amrap 20 Cal Row 10 Yard Lateral Bear Crawl with Sandbag pull Left 10 Yard Lateral Bear Crawl with Sandbag pull Right 30s Bottom of Squat KB Front Rack Hold [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion]  

CrossFit Main Blog Programming 1.1 – 1.7

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[eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Whats going on at CFSB"] Taylor's Story: Selecting A New Product Wellness Wednesday: Why isn't everyone skinny and rich? Free Thyroid Talk with FDN Practitioner Robby - Jan 30th Our Christmas Party Is Coming Up! Make sure you let us know you'll be there - click here to let us know!  Check out Our Michael Bann Movement and Assessment Seminar coming up in February Here Jenn's Story: What I Am Capable Of Love us at CFSB? Want to leave us a review? It really helps! Facebook: Click here! Google: Click here!  Follow us on instagram here [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Closed New Years Day Monday 1.1"] Closed! [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Tuesday 1.2"] Global Warm Up: Understanding of Fit Gymnastics part A. FIT A. 12-15 Minutes of Gymnastics Practice Arms only Inchworms > Wall Climb > Handstand Hold B. 5 Sets for time: 25 Minute Cap 10 Pull Ups/Ring Rows 20 Russian Kettlebell Swings 30 Anchored Sit-Ups 40 Singles/20 Doubles COMP A. 12-15 Minutes of Gymnastics Practice Wall Climb > Handstand Walking > Freestanding HS Practice B. 5 Sets for time: 25 Minute Cap 10 Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups/Pull Ups 20 American KB Swings 70/55 30 Anchored Sit-Ups 40 Double-Unders Score: B, time or reps in cap. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Wednesday 1.3"] Global Warm Up: Shoulder to overhead work - press, push press, ITA split jerk. FIT A. Take 20 minutes to build to a heavy single press/push press B. For Max Reps: 3 Minutes of Rowing for Calories Rest 60 seconds 3 Minutes of Box Step-Overs Rest 60 seconds 3 Minutes of Thrusters/DB Thrusters COMP A. Take 20 minutes to build to today’s heavy Split Jerk B. For Max Reps: 3 Minutes of Assault Bike or Rowing for Calories Rest 60 seconds 3 Minutes of Dumbbell Box Step-Overs (20″, 55/35 lbs) Rest 60 seconds 3 Minutes of Thrusters (115/83 lbs) Score: A, weight. B, total reps. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Thursday 1.4"] FIT For time: 15 Twenty Yard Runs 15 DB or Barbell Ground to Overhead 30 Push-Ups/Incline Push Ups 15 Twenty Yard Runs 10 DB or Barbell Ground to Overhead 20 Push-Ups/Incline Push Ups 15 Twenty Yard Runs 5 DB or Barbell Ground to Overhead 10 Push-Ups/Incline Push Ups COMP For time: 15 Twenty Yard Runs 15 Barbell Ground to Overhead (135/95 lbs) 30 Push-Ups 15 Twenty Yard Runs 10 Barbell Ground to Overhead 20 Push-Ups 15 Twenty Yard Runs 5 Barbell Ground to Overhead 10 Push-Ups Score: time. Notes: If performing DB GTO for fit, perform that number of reps EACH ARM. The twenty yard run, is 10 yards out, 10 yards back. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Friday 1.5"] FIT A. Four sets of: (25 Minute Cap) DB/KB/or Barbell Front Racked Alternating Reverse Lunges x 16-20 reps Rest 90 seconds Strict Pull Ups/Ring Rows x 4-6 reps @ 2110 Rest 90 seconds B. For time: 11 Minute Cap 40 Wall Ball Shots 20 Pull-Ups/Ring Rows 30 Wall Ball Shots 15 Pull-Ups/Ring Rows 20 Wall Ball Shots 10 Pull-Ups/Ring Rows 10 Wall Ball Shots 5 Pull-Ups/Ring Rows COMP A. Four sets of: (25 Minute Cap) Barbell Front Racked Alternating Reverse Lunges x 16-20 reps Rest 90 seconds Weighted Pull-Ups x 4-6 reps @ 2110 Rest 90 seconds B. For time: 11 Minute Cap 40 Wall Ball Shots (20/14 lbs to 10′) 20 Pull-Ups 30 Wall Ball Shots 15 Pull-Ups 20 Wall Ball Shots 10 Pull-Ups 10 Wall Ball Shots 5 Pull-Ups Score: A, weight(s) B, time. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Saturday 1.6"] FIT Teams of two will complete three rounds each (total of 6 rounds per team) of: 10 Lateral Box Jump/step-Overs 15 Thrusters/Dumbell Thrusters 20 V-ups/Sit Ups While one partner works through the round, the other must hold a medicine ball fully extended overhead. If the medicine ball is dropped from overhead, both partners must perform 3 burpees before resuming the remainder of their round. COMP Teams of two will complete three rounds each (total of 6 rounds per team) of: 10 Lateral Box Jump-Overs (24″/20″) 15 Thrusters (95/65 lbs) 20 Toes to Bar While one partner works through the round, the other must hold a bar 75/55 fully extended overhead. If the barbell is dropped from overhead, both partners must perform 3 burpees before resuming the remainder of their round. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Sunday 1.7"] FIT & COMP 30 Minute Amrap 10 Yard Spiderman with vertical twist 10 Yard Bear Crawl with Sandbag pull 10 Cal Row 10 Yard Spiderman with Hamstring Stretch 10 Yard Lateral Bear Crawl L 10 Yard Lateral Bear Crawl R 10 Cal Row [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion]

Taylor Johnson: Selecting A New Product

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I moved to South Bend for a one year graduate program at Notre Dame. I had been crossfitting for 3 years prior and knew I wanted to join a gym. I chose CFSB because of the diverse number of classes they offered and it was probably the best decision I made during my year in South Bend My first impression at the box was that the coaches were very involved and concerned with my form, success, and goals. I am a questionative person and every coach was great at answering any I had or directing me to the best source they knew if they weren't sure. I once read that anytime you are selecting between new products or services a good measure to decide by is the one that tries to teach and not sell. In four years of Crossfit, CFSB goes above and beyond in teaching. The coaches and owners do not buy into just selling the crossfit brand and 50 minute WODs that make you puke for the sake of crossfit. They chose workouts, movements, and programming designed to help and improve the lives and fitness of as many members as they can. This is an invaluable characteristic at a box and very rare in my opinion. My favorite memories at the box are easily the times when I stayed after class and any of the amazing coaches took time out of their day to answer my questions. These range from nutrition to why we did ring rows and not pull-ups. I remember a few times after 50 minute summer Sunday AMRAPs that Brandon spent 30-60 minutes just talking to me about anything I could think of. Unfortunately, I had to leave the box for a new job. However, I will always remember and cherish the teachings and relationships I learned and built at CFSB. If someone wants to not only improve their fitness but also understand the methods and techniques of doing so, this is the place for you.
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Thyroid Talk with FDN Practitioner Robby Gustin

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Getting to the Root Cause of Thyroid Issues Do you feel tired all the time? Do you have trouble losing weight? Do you have low libido? Do you feel cold in your hands and feet a lot? Do you feel chronically constipated? It may be your thyroid The numbers of people with thyroid issues are increasing every year. The conventional medical approach for most thyroid disorders is to put someone on prescription thyroid medication for the rest of their lives. While this can be necessary sometimes, more often than not it’s not fixing the real cause of the issue. In this talk Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® practitioner and Head Nutrition Coach at CrossFit South Bend, Robby Gustin, will explain how to get to the root cause of what’s causing any thyroid issues you may be having. Things like nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress reduction, and temporary natural supplementation can do a tremendous amount to heal the thyroid without having to be on prescriptions for the rest of one’s life. Come learn the true cause to most thyroid issues, and how you can begin to optimize your thyroid function naturally. We look forward to seeing you at the talk! Talk Details: Where: Any Lab Test Now, Mishawaka When: Tuesday January 30th 2018 at 6:00pm Cost: Free to the Public

Crossfit Blog Programming 12.26 – 1.1.2018

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[eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Whats going on this week!"] Click here for details on Holiday Closings Our Next CF Kids Camp Registration is open here! Check out Our Michael Bann Movement and Assessment Seminar coming up in February Here Love us at CFSB? Want to leave us a review? It really helps!

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Follow us on instagram here [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Tuesday 12.26"] Hey all! I'll get Wed - Sunday out on Tuesday, its been a hectic weekend! FIT A. Every 3 minutes, for 18 minutes (6 sets): Deadlift 4-6 B. For time: 1000 Meter Row 50 Russian Kettlebell Swings COMP A. Every 3 minutes, for 18 minutes (6 sets): Power Clean x 1.1.1 (rest 10 seconds between singles) B. For time: 1000 Meter Row 50 American Kettlebell Swings Score: A, heaviest weight. B, time and weight. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Wednesday 12.27"] FIT A. Score Weights, Build 4 Sets - 20 Minutes to finish Single Arm Overhead Press x 8-10 reps each arm B. Score reps AMRAP in 10 minutes 10 Push Presses/Press 10 Alternating Reverse Lunges 10 Burpees/NPBP C. Optional - If time allows, no score 2 Sets 60 seconds of Reverse Snow Angels (slow & controlled) 60 seconds of Side-Plank Hold (Left Side) 60 seconds of Band Pull-Aparts 60 seconds of Side-Plank Hold (Right Side) COMP A. Score Weights, Build 4 Sets - 20 Minutes to finish Single Arm Overhead Press x 8-10 reps each arm B. Score reps AMRAP in 10 Minutes: 10 Push Presses (95/65 lbs) 10 Alternating Overhead Reverse Lunges (95/65 lbs) 10 Burpees Over the Barbell C. Optional - If time allows, no score 2 Sets 60 seconds of Reverse Snow Angels (slow & controlled) 60 seconds of Side-Plank Hold (Left Side) 60 seconds of Band Pull-Aparts 60 seconds of Side-Plank Hold (Right Side) [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Thursday 12.28"] FIT A. Score fastest and slowest  times through the workout (i.e. 3:55 - 4:10) Every 5 minutes, for 35 minutes (7 sets) for times: Row 250/200m 8 Ring Rows 12 Sit Ups/Scaled TTB 16 Push Ups/Incline Push Ups COMP A. Score fastest and slowest  times through the workout (i.e. 3:55 - 4:10) Every 5 minutes, for 35 minutes (7 sets) for times: Bike 15 Calories 8 Strict Pull-Ups 12 Toes to Bar 16 Push-Ups Notes: Scale so that you can finish [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Friday 12.29"] FIT A. Score heaviest weight(s), build over the sets Every 4 minutes, for 20 minutes (5 sets): 4 -6 Deadlifts immediately followed by… 12 Alternating Reverse Lunges B. Score time 45.30.15 Kettlebell Swings Bench Dips COMP A. Score heaviest set - for comp this is a complex, Build Every 4 minutes, for 20 minutes (5 sets): 4 Power Cleans immediately followed by… 12 Front-Racked Alternating Reverse Lunges B. Score time “Elizabeth” 21.15.9 of Power Clean 135/95 Ring Dips [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Saturday 12.30"] You thought Christmas was over FIT 12 Days of Christmas - 30 minute cap 1 – 25 Singles 2 – Burpee Box Jump/Step Ups 3 – Push-Ups 4 – Scaled Toes to Bar/Sit ups 5 – Burpees 6 – Dumbbell Grounds to Overhead 7 – Push-ups 8 – Walking/Reverse Lunges 9 – Kettlebell Swings 10 – SA Dumbbell Shoulder to Overhead 11 – Goblet Squats KB or DB 12 – Pull-Ups/Ring Rows COMP 12 Days of Christmas - 30 minute cap 1 – 25 Double-Unders 2 – Power Cleans 135/95 3 – Ring Dips 4 – SA KB Ground to Overhead 70/55 5 – Burpees 6 – Toes to Bar 7 – Push-ups 8 – Box Jumps 9 – Kettlebell Swings 70/55 10 – Pull-ups 11 – Front Squats 135/95 12 – Shoulder to Overhead 135/95 Follow the movements to the tune of the song 12 days of Christmas. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="CLOSED New Years Eve Sunday 12.31"] We are closed the New Year I hope you all have a safe and wonderful New Years [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="CLOSED New Years Day Monday 1.1.2018"] Everyone okay? [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion]

Jenn H: What I Am Capable Of

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My story begins with another embarrassing physical fitness test failure for the military. It was hard to pinpoint why I failed again. I have been working out, the usual stuff at the usual gym. Days divided up by body part and a grueling 45 minutes to an hour on the (insert whatever cardio torture machine here). Barely passing or failure has been my fitness history, and I was miserable. My workout routine was boring however necessary, year after year, it was the same thing but different gym. Then late one night, I googled gyms and fitness clubs, and Crossfit South Bend came up. I had limited exposure, so I decided to do a little more research into it. Compared gyms and decided, Crossfit South Bend will be my next journey in fitness. Maybe this will be better, maybe, finally I will find enjoyment in working out... then my anxiety decided, "maybe not, look at those people, lifting all those weights, you couldn't possibly fit in, in a place like that, go back to comfort and boring..." Anxiety won out a few times, I kept going back and forth, arguing with myself, "but why not me!" Eventually after two months of agonizing over my decision, or indecision... I signed up, I was doing this, regardless of what my anxiety said I was capable of, or incapable of. I ended up skipping the fundamentals I signed up for, because as much as I wanted that to be me... I was just not there yet. I signed up for the personal training option which was a much better option for me and my anxiety, since like it or not she was along for the ride... but we were doing this. Sitting in the parking lot at 0530 ... I took a deep breath and walked into one of the best decisions of my life. I won't lie... it was tough in the beginning. I had never put my body through such intensity before (other than basic training when I was 18). Even though, looking back, it really was not that intense. Brandon was so awesome to work with. Not once was I judged because I was feeling nauseated, or couldn't go into a full squat, or a number of other things I was unable to do at the time. He worked with me and my limitations, and pushed me more than I would have pushed myself. I could lift more than I thought, I just didn't have the confidence in myself. With each class, and each lift, and the encouragement of each coach, the confidence came, and it stayed. I found a place I felt I belonged, which has always been a problem. Every time I walked in and saw people from all different backgrounds and body types working out together, encouraging each other, cheering for one another, celebrating a PR, I knew, without a doubt, this is my place, these are my people, I have found a place where I belong. I have now been a part of the CFSB family for over 2 years now, and yes, it really is a family. Everyone cares and celebrates together, they notice when you are gone and remember events in your life and ask about them. I have lifted more weight then I thought possible. In the beginning, I firmly believed I would not be able to move anything over 100 pounds, now all of my lifts are over 100 pounds, now that is a warm-up weight. Now, I know, if I put the work and dedication in, I will hit that 150 pound power clean and that 300 pound deadlift. I have also recently ran my second fastest 1.5 mile. The last time I hit it that fast, was years ago and a very much younger me. I also competed in my first powerlifting competition, and yes, I belonged there, among the athletes (which I never in my life would ever call myself, but there I was, an athlete competing). Aside from my own personal gains and new found empowerment, watching others in the gym succeed, hit their goals, make their transformations both physical and mental, is amazing. I am so glad I decided to join the CFSB family, I love who I am now and nobody can tell me I cannot do something, now that I know what I am capable of (even if Carl has to tell me my weights are too light sometimes).

Programming 12.18 – 12.24

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[eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Whats going on at CFSB"] Click here for details on Holiday Closings, New Swag, Christmas Dress Up Wod, Official South Bend Barbell Club and our Center for the Homeless Toy/Glove/Hat/Coat drive! Sarah F's Amazing Progress! Our Next CF Kids Camp Registration is open here! Check out Our Michael Bann Movement and Assessment Seminar coming up in February Here Love us at CFSB? Want to leave us a review? It really helps!

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Follow us on instagram here [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Monday 12.18"] FIT & COMP A. Five sets of: 90 seconds of Rowing (for Calories) 30 seconds of Rest 90 seconds of Russian Kettlebell Swings (for max reps) 30 seconds of Rest 90 seconds of Running (for 10yd trips) 30 seconds of Rest 90 seconds of Front Leaning Rest on Hands 30 seconds of Rest   Score: A, total run trips, kb swings, cal row. Don't score the FLR. Notes: For Comp - Perform American KB Swings and FLR on Rings We will be staggering people at different starting positions here - -Accumulate as much time as possible during the 90s on the FLR - keep torso rigid in a “hollow” position, palms driving through the floor or rings. -Using Plates or Kids Pull Up Bars to Scale the Plank for Quality is acceptable. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Tuesday 12.19"] FIT Warm Up for Fit&Comp - Clean and Jerk Warm Up/Skill Work, keep it light and fast. A. Every 2 minutes, for 18 minutes (9 sets) Deadlift x 3, build B. Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 6 minutes of: 10 Burpees/NPBP 15 Shoulder to Overhead 20 Pull-Ups/Ring Rows COMP A. Every 2 minutes, for 18 minutes (9 sets) Clean & Jerk, build *Sets 1, 4 & 7 = 3 reps *Sets 2, 5 & 8 = 2 reps *Sets 3, 6 & 9 = 1 rep B. Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 6 minutes of: 10 Burpees over the bar 15 Shoulder to Overhead (115/75 lbs) 20 Pull-Ups Score: A, heaviest weight. B, reps. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Wednesday 12.20"] FIT A. 25 Minute Cap Five sets of: Back Squat x 6-8 reps Rest 2-3 minutes between sets B. 9 Minute Cap Three rounds for time of: 40 Singles 30 Alternating Reverse Lunges 20 Sit Ups COMP A. 25 Minute Cap Five sets of: Back Squat x 5 reps Rest 2-3 minutes between sets B. 9 Minute Cap Three rounds for time of: 40 Double-Unders 30 Alternating Front Rack Reverse Lunges with KBs/DBs 20 V-Ups Score: A, heaviest weight. B, time or reps in cap. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Thursday 12.21"] FIT A. 25 Minute Cap Four sets of: Bench Press x 6-9 reps Rest 30 seconds 45-60 second Side Plank each side Rest 60 seconds B. Five sets for max reps (of Bench Dips): In 60 seconds, complete 8 No Push Up Burpees and then as many reps as possible of Unbroken Seated Dips Rest 60 seconds between sets COMP A. 25 Minute Cap Four sets of: Bench Press x 4-6 reps Rest 30 seconds 45-60 second Side Plank each side Rest 60 seconds B. Five sets for max reps (of Dips): In 60 seconds, complete 10 Burpees and then as many reps as possible of Unbroken Ring Dips Rest 60 seconds between sets Score: A, bench weight. B, total dips. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Friday 12.22"] FIT Warm Up for Fit&Comp - Snatch Warm Up/Skill Work, keep it light and fast. A. 20 Minute Cap Four sets of: 6-9 Overhead Squats/Front Squats Rest 2-3 minutes B. Three sets for max reps/cal of: 60 seconds of Scaled TTB/Sit Ups 60 seconds of SA Alternating Dumbbell Ground to Overhead 60 seconds of Row for Calories Rest 60 seconds between sets COMP A. 20 Minute Cap Four sets of: Snatch + 2 Overhead Squats Rest 2-3 minutes B. Three sets for max reps/cal of: 60 seconds of Toes to Bar 60 seconds of SA Alternating Dumbbell Ground to Overhead 60 seconds of Row for Calories Rest 60 seconds between sets Score: A, heaviest weight. B, total reps. [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="Saturday 12.23"] Want to know what it is? Check out our Instagram page below https://www.instagram.com/crossfitsouthbend/   [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion] [eliteaccordion][elitetoggle title="CLOSED CHRISTMAS EVE"] Hey everyone, we are closed :) [/elitetoggle][/eliteaccordion]

Weather Emergencies

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HEY!
 
Now that there is snow sticking to the ground...
 
There aren't a ton of times we will cancel the gym
 
The times we will cancel classes are...
 
When we are told by the authorities that there is a state of emergency, like when it was -30 a few years ago or when there was the big ice storm..or when we were snowed in so that no one could physically get out of the driveway...
 
Or
 
If it just looks like a bad idea and it's not worth people getting in accidents over a crossfit workout
 
so remember, it will be posted here to the members group ahead of time! so make sure you are paying attention!