Many a time I've had people tell me that they're going to get into shape before coming to CrossFit, or CrossFit is for young people, or I have an injury so CrossFit isn't for me. The excuses go on and on! I'm very lucky in that my mother got into CrossFit around the same time that I did, and after … [Read more...] about Who is CrossFit for… Young people? Competitive athletes? Would you believe everyone?
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Mercer Island CrossFit 5k Challenge WOD
On Saturday I competed in the Mercer Island CrossFit 5k Challenge. The event was put on by my good friends (and training partners) Corey and Allison McGee who are the owners of Mercer Island CrossFit. At the event I was helping judge other participants in the first couple heats, and participating … [Read more...] about Mercer Island CrossFit 5k Challenge WOD
Lift like a man, look like a girl! A CrossFit Journey.
How I overcame the fitness stereotypes and entered the 'cult' by Allison McGee Before Crossfit I was one of those people, you know, those people that make fun of it, think you are crazy for the intensity of the workouts coupled with the heavy weight and as a female I was very concerned with … [Read more...] about Lift like a man, look like a girl! A CrossFit Journey.
Seattle’s StoneWay CrossFit is Hosting A Throw Down!
Resolution Revolution Are you in Seattle and looking for a great way to kick off your fitness goals in the New Year? If so, my gym/box StoneWay CrossFit is throwing an event called the "Resolution Revolution" on January 14th at 8:30am. The owner Scott Rodriguez of StoneWay CrossFit and his good … [Read more...] about Seattle’s StoneWay CrossFit is Hosting A Throw Down!
Weekly Happenings – CrossFit Endurance Taper, Packing, Etc…
CrossFit Endurance -Taper started on Wednesday - Here's my taper plan post -Packing for Ironman Cozumel - Click here to see the HUGE list of things I need to bring -Packed my bike into a bike box for the first time. It's a tight fit! CrossFit -When the taper comes it's always nice to gear … [Read more...] about Weekly Happenings – CrossFit Endurance Taper, Packing, Etc…
Rad Birthday Workout (WOD) at Mercer Island CrossFit
Today I had the privilege of doing my CrossFit WOD at Mercer Island CrossFit. It was Corey McGee's (owner) birthday, and every year Corey (owner of Mercer Island CrossFit) and Scott Rodriguez (owner of StoneWay CrossFit) create birthday WODs (workouts of the day) for each other. It was my … [Read more...] about Rad Birthday Workout (WOD) at Mercer Island CrossFit