26 MayStop with the burpee, Already!
The burpee is a really good exercise that has been hijacked and taken hostage by every other excercise in the gym. Got a box and want to make a workout? How’bout a burpee boxjump-that will create a nice little twist. Or give’em some real fun and throw in a burpee pull-up. What is next? A [...]
Read More ...30 JulStay Away From the Vitamin I
The “Vitamin I” that I am referring to is ibuprofen. It is classified as a “non-steroidal-anti-inflammatory-drug” and it is serious stuff folks! It is not to be taken haphazardly nor should it be taken just to chase away the DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Sorness) from last yesterdays “Fight Gone Bad.” In fact Kelly Starrett, of [...]
Read More ...29 JulA few quick facts about dehydration
Some of the common signs of dehydration are decreased sweating, headaches, muscle craps and decreased urination. However, some nastier things start to manifest themselves when you deprive your body of its natural means of regulating temperature. 1) Connective tissue is comprised of 60 to 80% water by weight. It is water which helps keep tissue [...]
Read More ...15 JulWhat is the Goal?
“The goal is to keep the goal the goal”-Dan John Over halfway through 2010 can you believe it? Well, if you remember, back in January we put pen to white board and wrote down some goals for the year. How is that list nearly seven months in? If you are dedicating time to your weaknesses, [...]
Read More ...15 AprMay “On Ramp” Schedule
Our group of April On Rampers are nearly halfway through, which means it’s time to prepare for those who are waiting on deck to get in on the fun! Sign-ups are filling up fast and there is a possibility that 8 spots wont cover the demand for May. If that is the case we will [...]
Read More ...09 AprEvolution of Crossfit
The picture on the left shows an athlete preparing to yank the bar off the floor. In this sequence the athlete will drop his chest thereby putting slack in his arms, and then yank his arms straight in a misguided attempt to put speed on the bar as it leaves the ground. This jerk is [...]
Read More ...06 DecMummy this!
Break much needed! Hopefully the last nine days have been a time for recuperation from your hard charging crossfit life. However, now is the time to rejoin us at L10XF as we Re-Opening with normal class schedule this Monday December 7th. _______ Below is an excerpt from a Dan John article about the importance of rest. [...]
Read More ...16 SepThe mental side of things
I take great pride in hearing how training at L10XF has impacted the lives of individuals outside the gym. Hiking up Mt. Lassen, throwing your hat into a 5k run on a whim, or donating a box of clothes that once were snug but are now to lose to wear. However, one element that gets [...]
Read More ...03 AugFGB IV
We have as a gym completed Fight Gone Bad a number of times, each time celebrating a holiday or special event. However, on September 26th we will have a great opportunity to join Fight Gone Bad IV which will help in bringing awareness and funding to prostate cancer research and the Wounded Warriors non-profit group. [...]
Read More ...19 MayFor The Record
Chris cut out soda and immediately sets a huge PR on the deadlift….Hey, I was at the beach the day we discussed “correlation vs. causation” in College! __________ Record keeping should be a part of every committed persons training regimen. How can you compare progress over time if you don’t know the weight used previously for a given workout? [...]
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