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2016-17 Holiday Schedule

Holiday madness is upon us! As always, we’re committed to helping you get your fitness on throughout the season. Here’s what you can expect:

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23rd

All classes run on our normal schedule

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24th

CF Group Class:
8am, 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm

Open Gym:
2pm-4pm

Cancelled:
9am Short Circuit
10am Yoga
11am Active Recovery
2pm Comp Class

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25th

CF Group Class:
9am, 10am, 11am

Cancelled:
10am CrossFit Preschool
11am CrossFit Kids
11am Active Recovery
2pm Anti-Gravity
2:15pm Free Intro Class
6-8pm Proctored Open Gym

MONDAY, DECEMBER 26th

CF Group Class:
10am, 12pm, 4:30pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm, 8:30pm

Cancelled:
6pm, 7pm, 8am CrossFit Group
9am Short Circuit
4:30pm CrossFit PreTeens

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 27th

CF Group Class: Normal schedule

Cancelled:
7:30pm Pilates

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31st (New Year’s Eve)

CF Group Classes:
Normal schedule

Open Gym:
2pm-4pm

Cancelled:
11am Active Recovery
2pm Comp Class

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1st (New Year’s Day)

CF Group Classes:
10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm

Open Gym:
6pm-8pm

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“Cindy”

AMRAP 20 Minutes:
5 Pull-Ups
10 Push-Ups
15 Squats

Aim to move quickly from station to station on this throwback benchmark and CFSBK Leaderboard WOD. In it’s best capacity, the movements are performed unbroken throughout, though most athletes will break up at least the Push-Ups and the Pull-Ups as needed. Scale the Pull-Ups to bands or ring rows as needed, or scale some volume. Scale the Push-Ups to Knee Push-Ups or to elevated. The Squats are either an “active rest” if you’re moving fast and unbroken through the upper-body movements or a chance to make up time if you’re breaking them up. Either way, perform this classic triplet with virtuosity. Average scores are between 10 and 15 rounds, with high scores going into the 30s. That gives you 300-450+ opportunities to move well. Take advantage of them!

Post rounds, reps, and Rx to comments.
Compare with 2.24.16

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3 RNFT:
50′ 1-Arm Farmer Carry, each side

Go heavy on these. Use Jerry Cans, Farmer Handles (for above 100#) or grab a heavy kettlebell or dumbell and carry it 50 feet. Rest as needed between sets. Start with your weaker side and only go as heavy as that side can handle. 25% of your best Deadlift is a good place to start.

Post work to comments.

Coach Fox leading last year’s first Look Feel Perform Better Q&A. Registration for the LFPB Challenge is now open!

The 2017 Look Feel Perform Better Challenge

It’s that time of year again… New Year’s Resolution time. While we believe it’s best to make choices in accordance with your goals and values all of (or at least most of) the time, we recognize that many of us use markers like the beginning of the year to kickstart positive changes. This year’s challenge will follow a similar model to last year. There are two levels that you can choose to participate from. On Level 1, you’ll focus primarily on food quality and eating from a large spectrum of whole foods (lean proteins, veggies and fruits, whole grains, and legumes). This is a perfect place to start if you’re new to healthy eating or are having to re-learn what that means for you. On Level 2 you’ll be tracking macronutrients and focusing on eating particular quantities of them, adjusting along the way as necessary. Due to the lasting success of many participants last year, we’re following the same 12 week format as in 2016. The reason behind this is that while extreme short term actions can bring rapid results, we’ve seen this often result in a “crash” where the individual rebels against the limiting factors of an extreme dietary challenge. We’d rather you have more inclusive food options and change a few manageable things over a longer period than change many things for six weeks only to get lost in a haze of bagels, beer, and chocolate cake once the challenge ends.

Who? The entire CrossFit South Brooklyn Community

What? A 12 week challenge meant as a collective kickstart toward healthier nutrition and recovery habits.

Where? Right where you are! You’re encouraged to organize “rest day dinners” either in your homes or out at restaurants with fellow participants. There will be twice monthly (non-mandatory, but helpful) LFPB Challenge Meet Ups at the gym in addition to the Facebook group that you can look to for daily support. The key to success is not sweeping immediate change but rather consistent practice each day. If you’re on the social medias, then join our Facebook group! Search “2017 CFSBK Look, Feel, Perform Better Challenge”.

When? There is an Info Session and Q&A on Sunday, December 18th at 1pm in the Annex. Here we’ll further outline the Challenge and answer any questions you have. The dates of the challenge are from Saturday 1/2/17 through Saturday 3/25/17. We’ll also be hosting a potluck dinner at the gym on 1/28/16 where you can meet and greet with fellow SBKers and sample some delicious ways they keep on track with their food choices.

What will I need? For Level 1, only a desire to begin to make better food choices. For Level 2, you’ll need a food scale and a set of measuring cups and measuring spoons since you’ll be measuring out servings of lean protein, clean carbs, veggies, and fats. Whichever level you choose you should plan to do a bit of food shopping and prep beginning the first week to make good food choices easy. 

Why? To look, feel, and perform better! And, for some sweet prizes!

Wait, did you say prizes? Yes. The grand prize for both the men’s and women’s category is one month of FREE unlimited training at CFSBK, a $250+ value! There are also 2nd and 3rd place prizes for the men’s and women’s categories including a punch card or free specialty classes at CFSBK and also free personal training! Additionally, Kettlebell Kitchen is extending a 15% discount to all CFSBK members who are participating!

Alright, you’re in? Great!

How To Participate:

• Sign your name on the big list in the community area of the gym.
• Buy-in of $30 cash, given to Front Desk staff.
• Answer a few brief questions and submit your “before” photos according to the guidelines on the Look, Feel, Perform Better website. These entries are private will not be published or seen by anyone other than us without your consent. You can access the 2017 LFPB Challenge Entry Form HERE.
• Perform the Test WOD and record your results.
• Track points earned daily on the spreadsheet based on how well you’re complying with the guidelines.
• Complete your Post Challenge submission by 3/28/17 at the end of the challenge
• Optional: Attend the bi-monthly LFPB Q&A Info Sessions on Sundays at 1pm in the Annex at CFSBK. Each one will have a brief topical lecture and a Q&A. (1/8, 1/22, 2/5, 2/19, 3/5, and 3/19).

 

See you at The Look, Feel, Perform Better Challenge Info Session on December 18th at 12pm in the Upstairs Annex! 

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