CrossFit South Brooklyn

Established 2007

Thursday 9.17.20

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Virtual Class Zoom Room (Password: CFSBK)
Yoga: 7am
Pilates Happy Hour: 6:00pm
Kids: 4:30pm

Workout of the Day

METCON

20:00 Circuit of:
Row 15 Cals
20 Kettlebell Swings
:30e Copenhagen Plank

Notes:
Perform the three movements in quick succession then rest as needed between sets.
Row: Increasing intensity per round
KB: Unbroken and heavy
Plank: :30e/:20e/:30e Side plank

STRENGTH

14:00 / 3+ sets of:
12 Supine Grip Barbell Bent Over Row
15 Supine Leg Raises

Notes:
Perform the barbell rows then go directly into the leg raises


Super Karl killing it with the gym shirts

Don’t Sleep on Pilates Happy Hour!

Long story short: EVERY Pilates movement is an abs exercise.  So if youre looking to work your core, come check out CFSBK’s weekly Pilates mat class.  You may sweat a bit, but youre not going to be sore the next day, and that’s intentional.  When Joseph Pilates created his method over 100 years ago he called it “Controlology”, and while the method had been renamed for its creator, the idea of controlling the body to build strength, stability, and flexibility, is still key.  Pilates is fantastic for  general fitness, but if youre looking to PR your favorite barbell movement, or shave precious seconds off Fran, its also an amazing add-on to your current workout.  Again, stronger abdominal and back muscles, but Pilates will also deepen the connection between your mind and body, building an understanding of how the body was designed to work.  Come check it out!

Schedule

Thursdays at 6pm on Zoom (TONIGHT!)

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About Frank

Frank has been a member of CFSBK since 2013, and he is quick to share that his favorite CrossFit movement is the Double-Under (right? total weirdo!) and his preferred lift would be the Power Clean. Frank has been doing Pilates since 2002 and initially got started as a way to focus on general fitness. Over time, Pilates became a key part of how he combats the impact of a career spent sitting at a desk, hunched over a computer keyboard. But in addition to Pilates being the antidote to modern life in NYC, Frank is a firm believer that Pilates helps athletes do movements they love to do. He has seen Pilates improve his running results (marathoner, no biggie…) and absolutely has seen it impact his efforts at CFSBK. Frank received his teaching certification from Core Pilates NYC.

Growing Up Strong: Lauren Fisher

Wednesday 9.16.20

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Virtual Class Zoom Room (Password: CFSBK)
CFSBK @ Home: 7am, 12pm & 6p

Today’s Programming:

CrossFit

STRENGTH

Bench Press
3×8-10

Notes:
Try to go a bit heavier than prior bench press exposures this cycle. That being said, you should have 2-3 reps in reserve on these. No spotting required!

METCON

AMRAP 15:00
5 Front Squats
10 Box Jumps
15 Push-Ups

Notes:
FSQ: Taken out of Rack. Should feel heavy but done unbroken for all sets. (+/135/115/95/75/44/-)
BJ: Step down. 24″/20″/16″
Push-Ups: 15 Push-Ups / 15 Combo Strict and knee / 15 Knee Push-Ups / 15 3/4 ROM knee push-up)

CFSBK @ Home

Warm – Up

2-3 Rounds:
12 Alt Scorpion Stretch
12 Alt Cossack Squats
12ea Single Leg Lateral Hops

Strength

A1. Pistols (or RFE Split Squat)
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each
A2. Handstand Push Ups (or SA Press/PP)
3 x 5 – 15 Reps

METCON

AMRAP 15:00
12 Alt Single Arm Devils Press
6 Alt Single Arm Overhead Reverse Lunges (Right)
6 Alt Single Arm Overhead Reverse Lunges (Left)


Zelda looking to make sure you RSVP’d before coming.

This week!

This Saturday is CFSBK’s 13th Birthday! We’ll have some 13 themed programming on deck. It’s very appropriate that our 13th year is 2020.

On Sunday we release a new home brewed Hero Workout! Stay tuned!

Why Masks Work BETTER Than You’d Think

Tuesday 9.15.20

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CFSBK Zoom Room (Password: CFSBK)
CFSBK @ Home: 7am, 12pm & 6pm
Morning Mindfulness: 8am
Fit55 @ Home: 11am Fit55 Zoom Room (Password: fit55)

Today’s Programming

CrossFit

WORKOUT Of THE DAY

EMOM 12:00
A: 8 Touch and Go Deadlifts
B: :30 Max reps Alternating 2 Step

Notes:
6 sets of each movement. Weight on the bar should go up, technique permitting.
If you did yesterday’s programming and don’t want to jump rope again perform a :30 plank
DL: Perform these as one unbroken set with a light touch on the ground. Focus on a controlled and deliberate descent each rep.
JR: Count one leg as a rep. Alt 2 steps at speed can be just as hard, if not harder than double-unders.

20:00 Circuit of:
6 Strict or 12 Kipping Pull-Ups
12 DB DB Curls
1:00 max cals Air Bike

Notes:
Perform the three movements in quick succession then rest as needed before going again. Attempt to get 5+ Rounds Within the 20:00 window.
Pull-Ups:  You can perform kipping or strict pull-ups. Strict scaling options: 6 strict / 6 banded /8 Self Assisted
Curls: Chase the PUMP
Bike: Intensity should increase each round. Perform the first round at what feels like 80% intensity, this should be very unpleasant.

CFSBK @ Home

MetCon

20:00 EZ Pace
5 Single Arm Turkish Sit – Ups (Right)
3 Turkish Get Ups (Right)
5 Single Arm Turkish Sit – Ups (Left)
3 Turkish Get Ups (Left)
10 NP Burpees
10ea Single Arm KB/DB Swings
:30 Goblet Wall Sit w/Pulse

Strength

A1. Single Arm Suitcase Deadlift
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each
A2. Single Arm Gorilla Row
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each

Fit55 @ Home

Warm-Up

3 Rounds:
10 Alternating Stationary Lateral Lunges
10 Supine Leg Raises
10 Prone Cobras

Strength

4-5 sets each of:
1) 8e Goblet Reverse Lunges
2) 8e Overhead Presses
3) 16 Alternating Shoulder Taps

*Rest about :30-1:00 between exercises

Conditioning

12 Minutes of Continuous Effort:
6 No-Push Up Burpees
9e Single Arm Swings
12 Squats

Monday 9.14.20

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CFSBK Zoom Room (Password: CFSBK)
CFSBK @ Home: 7am, 12pm & 6pm
Teens/Preteens: 4:30pm

Today’s Programming

CrossFit

STRENGTH

Back Squat
3×5

Notes:
Work up to 3 heavy sets of 5. Loading can be across or progressive.

METCON

2 Cycles of:

AMRAP 4:00
6 Strict HSPU or 8 Shoulder Presses
12 Goblet Squats

Rest 1:00

AMRAP 4:00
Row 10 Cals
30 Double Unders

Rest 1:00

Notes:
HSPU: 6 Strict / 4 Strict / 6 with 1-2 abmats / 8 Shoulder Press
Goblet: Heavy and unbroken
Row: Should be about :30 +/-
DU: 30 DU / 15 DU / 30 Alt 2 Step / 60 Single Unders

CFSBK @ Home

Warm – Up

2 – 3 Rounds:
6 Prone YTW
6ea Lunge w/Wood Chop
6 Squat Jumps

Strength

A1. 1 x Goblet Squat @2221+ 2 x ALT Reverse Lunges
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each
A2. Push-Ups
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each

*For A1: 1 Rep = 1 Squat and 2 Lunges

Metcon

2 Cycles of:

AMRAP 4:00
6 Kipping HSPU or 8 (4ea) DB/KB Push Presses
12 Air Squats

Rest 1:00

AMRAP 4:00
20 Mountain Climbers
5 Candlesticks or 10 Sit Ups

Rest 1:00


[2018] Pierre and Allie with some synchro goblet squats

New 7am CrossFit Sessions Available

Starting this Wednesday, we have added 3 new 7am CrossFit sessions in 608 on Monday’s, Wednesdays and Fridays. This will add 15 more weekly slots available to the popular hour. Are you having a hard time booking any other session times? Let us know in the comments.

Sunday 9.13.20

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CFSBK Zoom Room (Password: CFSBK)
Active Recovery: 10am

Today’s Programming

CrossFit

STRENGTH

16:00 / 4+ sets:
10e Single Arm Suitcase Deadlift
10e Bench Supported DB or KB Rows
20 Supine Leg Lifts

Notes:
DL: Done with a Kettlebell or Farmer’s handle. Medium/heavy weight, focus on trunk stability.
Rows: plant one hand and knee on your bench and row with the free arm
SLL: Head, shoulders and heels stay off ground. Controlled tempo, add a hip lift at the top if you can.

METCON

AMRAP 14:00
14 Alternating DB Muscle Snatches
14 Box Jumps
14 Cal Bike

Notes:
DBS: Focus on proper hinging mechanics
BJ: (24″/20″/16″/12″)
Bike: Sub to 12 cals to reduce volume or perform a 270m Run

CFSBK 9.27.19 x Aaron Weiss 13

Running into the new week
2019 photo by: Aaron Weiss

 

Saturday 9.12.20

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Virtual Class Zoom Room (Password: CFSBK)
CFSBK @ Home: 10am

Today’s Programming

CrossFit

STRENGTH

Wide Grip Bench Press
3×8-10

Notes:
Work sets can be across or progressive based on how you feel. Should always feel like you have ~2-3 reps in reserve. No spotting required!
Find a grip at least a hand width wider than your usual width. Use the warm-up sets to find a position that feels good for you.

MetCon

For Time:
500m Row
then
15-9-6 Reps of:
Thrusters
Burpees
then
500m Row

Notes:
Workout Cap: 12:00
Thrusters: Should be medium-heavy. The 15 set should be done in 2-3 sets. Some loading options could be: (115/95/75/65/45/…)

CFSBK @ Home

Warm – Up

6 Yoga Push-Ups
12 Alt Sit Outs
12 Alt Heiden Jumps

Strength

5 Sets on each side of:
1 x Single Arm KB/DB Snatch
+ 2 SA Push Press
+ 3 Single Arm Waiter Squats
+ 4 Single Arm Bent Over Row
+ 5 Single Leg RDL

(No DB or KB?)
5 Sets on each side of:
5 x NP Burpee
+ 5 x Push Ups
+ 5 x Paused Jump Squat
+ 5 Single Leg RDL
+ :30 Superman

MetCon

AMRAP 12:00
7ea Single Arm DB/KB Thrusters
7 Burpees


[2017, Kirby S] That face you make when you’re done rowing.

We officially passed both DOH inspections for 597 and 608!! Woo hoo!

How to stay calm under pressure – Noa Kageyama and Pen-Pen Chen

Friday 9.11.20

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CFSBK @ Home: 7am, 12pm
Morning Mindfulness: 8am
Fit55 @ Home: 11am Fit55 Zoom Room (Password: fit55)

Today’s Programming

CrossFit

STRENGTH

EMOM 15:00
1-3 Power Cleans

Notes:
Start the EMOM with doubles or triples and gradually move to heavier weights and singles.

Metcon

AMRAP 12:00
6 Kipping Pull-Ups
12 Kettlebell Swings
18 Anchored Sit-Ups

Notes:
PULL: 6 Kipping/3-6 strict/6 Banded/6 Self Assisted/8 Jumping Pull-Ups
KB: Heavy swing, face height
SIT: Keep hands on opposite shoulder

CFSBK @ Home

Warm-Up

2-3 Rounds:
6 Prone Snow Angels
12 Alt Reverse Lunges
12 Quadruped Shoulder Taps
6 Hand – Release Push Ups

Strength

A1. Pistols (or RFE Split Squat)
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each
A2. Handstand Push Ups (or SA Press/PP)
3 x 5 – 15 Reps

MetCon

EMOM x 16:00 (4 Rounds)
A. 16 Alt NP Renegade Rows
B. 16 Sit Ups
C. :40 Low Box Runners
D. :20ea Side Plank

Fit55 @ Home

Warm-Up

3 Rounds:
6e Stationary Lateral Lunges
6e Single Arm High Pulls
6 Tall Plank to Low Plank

Strength

4-5 sets each of:
1) 6-8e Single Arm Sumo Deadlifts
2) 6-8e Turkish Sit Ups

*Rest about :30-1:00 between exercises

Interval Conditioning Circuit

5 Rounds of 30s Work / 30s Rest
1) Sit Ups
2) Squats
3) Jumping Janes

Rotating through the work stations, aim to work at a challenging pace on each station.


Coach Victoria judging the 2017 Subway Series. This team had a really dialed in work/rest strategy

We passed out Dept of Health Inspection for 597! 608 today!

Remembering 9/11 | Archive Footage We Will Never Forget

Thursday 9.10.20

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Virtual Class Zoom Room (Password: CFSBK)
Yoga: 7am
Pilates Happy Hour: 6:00pm
Kids: 4:30pm

Workout of the Day

STRENGTH

Shoulder Press
3-3-3
80% Rep Out x2

Work up to a heavy but sub max triple then drop to 80% for 2 higher rep sets. Your heavy 3 and the rep outs should feel like you have 2-3 reps in reserve.
If today is your first day back barbell pressing. You can substitute 3 sets of 8 reps.

MetCon

EMOM 15:00
A: 8 Back Squats
B: 12 DB Push Presses
C: 42 Double Unders

Notes:
BSQ: Can be progressive or across and should be done under :40. Don’t worry about old %’s from now ancient back squat work. These should feel challenging but doable.
PP: Should be unbroken, control the top for a moment before cycling. If you choose weights are light enough that you could press them for 12 reps, either go up in weight or perform them strict.
DU: 42/32/42 Alt 2/ :40 Max Single Unders. All variations should take around :25-:40


First week in the books!

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Wednesday 9.9.20

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CFSBK @ Home: 7am, 12pm & 6p

Thursday Yoga Update:
Since it looks like a probable chance of rain and thunderstorms tonight and tomorrow morning, Yoga class will be going back to virtual this week! Thursday at 7am in the usual Zoom room. See you there!

Today’s Programming:

CrossFit

STRENGTH

A1: Barbell Bent Over Row 4×8-12e
A2: Dumbbell Windmill 4x8e

Notes:
BOR: These are from the hang, meaning the barbell does not touch the floor at the bottom of each rep. No tempo prescribed but control the way up and down. Use a supine or prone grip, whichever feels better for you.
WM: 2↓-1-2↑-1 tempo. Perform your non dominant side first. People with poor shoulder mobility can opt for a bottom arm loaded WM

MetCon

16:00 Circuit
8 Strict Toes to Bars
10 DB Biceps Curls
Run 270m

Notes:
If you move deliberately and minimize transitions you should be able to get 4+ rounds in.
T2B: Strict knees & elbows extended / Bent knees & elbows or Knees to Elbows / 12 Hanging leg raises / 16 Supine Leg Raises
Curl: Dumbbells move at the same time. Dont rush these
Run: to 3rd Ave and back

CFSBK @ Home

Warm – Up

8 Bodysaws
8ea Single Leg Cone Touches
8 NP Burpees

Strength

A1. Single Arm Suitcase Deadlift
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each
A2. Single Arm Gorilla Row
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each

MetCon:

AMRAP 12:00
12 KB/DB Swings
6ea SA DB Hang Power Snatches
24 Plank Toe Taps

Programming Notes

The information below will live under the Member Resources area linked as “CrossFit Programming Template” which is located to the right of this post on a desktop or all the way at the bottom of the blog on mobile.

Intention

This first cycle is going to acclimate you back into regular training as well as implement some practices and principles that we’ll abide by from here on out. We want our workouts to be rigorous, encourage longevity and be fun. We’ll accomplish this by balancing movement planes and archetypes through the week (see below.) Each day’s programming favors movements with significant time under tension as opposed to excessive ballistic movements and volume. Finally, every single workout is tested and tweaked internally before being offered up to our members.

Most of the workouts will follow the age old template of: Strength + Metcon/assistance or a longer single workout of the day which integrates the assigned strength work into the conditioning.

No Rx’d weights

One thing you’ll notice about the programming is that gender specific Rx weights are not assigned to workouts. While they may have utility in competitive CrossFit, for the context of affiliate programming we find that the majority of people don’t end up performing these loads anyway. They can create expectations that may distract you from doing YOUR best. So how do we know what to lift?! Well, like we always have. Our coaches will explain the intended stimulus of the workout/lift, provide context like how many sets it should be broken into or how many reps in reserve you should have as well as guide you individually given their experience working with you. Sometimes we might offer a range of 5 weights that might commonly be used for a workout. For example, you might see (315/275/225/185/135/…) or (115/95/75/55/35/…) which can be a jumping off point for you and your coach to begin figuring out what makes the most sense for you.

No Programmed Snatching (this cycle)

As we make our way back into training we’re going to limit our olympic lifting programming to clean variations. We want you to get the most out of your class time and relative to snatching, cleans allow you to move more weight, create a more profound training stimulus, are easier for most people to perform well, require less flexibility and less time reviewing technique with light weights. We still love the snatch, but are going to “take a break” for a while. That being said, if you love snatching and want to continue, you may substitute a snatch variation on a day we program cleans. You must be competent enough with the snatch variation to only require refinement on your technique, not basic instruction on how to perform it. We may bring it back in future cycles or when we have more flexibility with time, but for now, get ready to get really good at cleans.

Cycle Length

5 Week Cycle
9/2/20 – 10/4/20

Template

The training schedule is broken up into 4 days which continuously repeat.

A Day

  • Squat Day 1 (BSQ/FSQ)
  • Overhead Strength
  • Double Unders

B Day

  • Hinging (Deadlifts mostly)
  • Pull-Up Strength

C Day

  • Bench Press (5-10 rep range) + Push-Ups (15-20 rep range)
  • Squat Day 2: (More varied Squat movements)
  • Clean variants often

D Day

  • Horizontal Pulling Strength (BB and DB Rows)
  • Trunk Strength/Stability
  • Windmills
Wednesday 9/2/20 A
Thursday 9/3/20 B
Friday 9/4/20 C
Saturday 9/5/20 D
Sunday 9/6/20 A
Monday 9/7/20 B
Tuesday 9/8/20 C
Wednesday 9/9/20 D
Thursday 9/10/20 A
Friday 9/11/20 B
Saturday 9/12/20 C
Sunday 9/13/20 D
Monday 9/14/20 A
Tuesday 9/15/20 B
Wednesday 9/16/20 C
Thursday 9/17/20 D
Friday 9/18/20 A
Saturday 9/19/20 B
Sunday 9/20/20 C
Monday 9/21/20 D
Tuesday 9/22/20 A
Wednesday 9/23/20 B
Thursday 9/24/20 C
Friday 9/25/20 D
Saturday 9/26/20 A
Sunday 9/27/20 B
Monday 9/28/20 C
Tuesday 9/29/20 D
Wednesday 9/30/20 A
Thursday 10/1/20 B
Friday 10/2/20 C
Saturday 10/3/20 D
Sunday 10/4/20 A

 

Tuesday 9.8.20

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CFSBK @ Home: 7am, 12pm & 6pm
Morning Mindfulness: 8am
Fit55 @ Home: 11am Fit55 Zoom Room (Password: fit55)

Today’s Programming

CrossFit

Workout of the Day

Every 2:00 for 30:00
A: 1:00 Calorie Row
B: 15 Reps DB Pause Bench Press
C: 5 Cleans (full)

Notes:
This workout should feel like a minute or less dedicated to work followed by a minute or more of rest the entire 30:00.
ROW: These should feel like a 75+% effort. Track your cals each interval and try to stay consistent or progressive.
BP: Choose a weight that is challenging but doable in one set on your first 2 or more rounds. Okay to break it up into two sets in later rounds if needed.
CLN: Full Cleans. No touch and go reps. Weight should be progressive, technique permitting.

CFSBK @ Home

Warm-Up

6 Prone YTW
6ea Lunge w/Wood Chop
12 Squat Jumps

Strength

A1. 1 x Goblet Squat @2221+ 2 x ALT Reverse Lunges
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each
A2. Push Ups
3 x 5 – 15 Reps Each

*For A1: 1 Rep = 1 Squat and 2 Lunges

MetCon:

15:00 EZ Pace
1:00 Jumping Jacks
6 – 8ea Single Arm DB Floor Press
5ea Single Arm DB Hang Squat Cleans

Fit55 @ Home

Warm-Up

3 Rounds:
12 Alternating Standing Knee Hugs
6 Tall Plank to Down Dog Knee Taps
6 Reverse Bridge Plank Ups

Strength

4-5 sets each of:
1) 4-5e Single Leg Chair Squats, or 8-10 Goblet Squats
2) 8-10 Chair Dips

*Rest about :30-1:00 between exercises

Conditioning

10 Minutes of Continuous Effort:
5 Inchworms
10e Single Arm Split Stance Bent Over Rows
15 Swings

Aim to work at a challenging pace with minimal transition time between exercises.


[2017] Toni and Katie practicing social distancing before it was cool

Join our free Morning Mindfulness group

Join us for these free 30-minute classes as we begin our day together with a small dose of mindfulness. Each session begins with descriptions of the specific techniques we’ll use that day, some breath work followed by a brief mindfulness meditation, and ends with a few minutes for questions/comments/group share. No previous experience at all is required. If you’ve been “contemplative curious”, this can be a great place to start. If you’re a seasoned sitter, use it as a nice bump to your existing practice.

Schedule:
Tuesdays: 8-8:30am (Today!)
Fridays: 8-8:30am

Meditation is for anyone, anywhere, though there are a few considerations that can help make for a more enjoyable experience.

  • Find a comfortable position. This can be seated on the floor, on a cushion, in a chair, lying down, and even standing. If you need to lean against a wall or the back of a couch then do so without feeling like it’s wrong. There’s no one perfect “meditator’s posture”. Whatever allows you to be comfortable and alert is what’s best for that day. This link from Insight Meditation Center on the topic offers some helpful guidance.
  • Log in and set up a few minutes early to get comfortable if possible.
  • Have a layer handy to put on in case you become cold.
  • If possible, set up somewhere where you won’t be disturbed for the length of class.
  • If you do become disturbed by a pet/kid/spouse/roomie/neighbor/garbage truck/etc, smile.

Looking forward to seeing you!

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