Partner WOD

In teams of 2 with one partner working at a time, complete the following for time:
50 Handstand Push-Ups
100 Pull-Ups
150 Deadlifts 135/95
200 Wall Balls 20/10, 14/9

You should be able to perform sets of at least 5 on everything when fresh. Scale accordingly.

Scaling options are:

• Handstand Push-Ups: 1-2 AbMats, Box Piked, Floor Piked, or Push-Ups
• Pull-Ups: Jumping Pull-Ups, Ring Rows
• Deadlifts: Load
• Wall Balls: Load and/or Target Height

Post time, Rx, and partner to comments.

Next week on The Snatchelorettes, find out if Bjorn said yes… | Photo by Thomas H. 

Today: CRASH-B Technique Clinic

Do you hate and fear workouts that involve rowing? Do you secretly love them but don’t want to admit it? Join Coach Nick‘s CFSBK CRASH-Beasts and train for the World Indoor Rowing Championship! The first technique clinic is today at 4pm, and there’s still time to sign up. See the event page for details.

Weekend Schedule

We’re hosting the CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Seminar this weekend, which means we’ll have to cancel a few classes. On Saturday, November 11th the following classes are cancelled: 8am group class, 9am group class, and AG Strength. On Sunday, November 12th, these classes are cancelled: 8am group class, 10am CrossFit Preschool, 11am CrossFit Kids, 11am Active Recovery.

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Yesterday’s Results Board: Rest Day
Dutch Gymnast Manages to Catch High Bar Release with One Hand Deadspin
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Here’s a fun time-lapse of the whole day of Fight Gone Bad in 30 seconds! Also, be sure to check out our action, team, and awards photos from the event

This Week at CFSBK in Review

1. CFSBK collectively raised close to $22,000 for Brooklyn Community Foundation as part of Fight Gone Bad this year. That’s amazing! See Monday’s post for the full results from the day.

2. And be sure to check out Brooklyn Community Foundation’s FGB thank-you post!

3. Do you hate and fear workouts that involve rowing? Do you secretly love them but don’t want to admit it? Join Coach Nick‘s CFSBK CRASH-Beasts and train for the World Indoor Rowing Championship! The first technique clinic is this Saturday, November 11th, and there’s still time to sign up. See the event page for details.

4. Our 4th Art Show is next Saturday night! We’ll have LIVE TATTOOING, an aerial hoop performance, tons of great art by CFSBKers, and lots more cool stuff. Details are in Tuesday’s post.

5. On Tuesday night, CrossFit HQ released an incredibly awesome video about our very own Diapers & Dumbbells class! Yesterday we brought you an interview with the masterminds behind this unique class—Coaches MeLo, Sasha, and Lauren.

6. We’re hosting the CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Seminar this weekend, which means we’ll have to cancel a few classes. On Saturday, November 11th the following classes are cancelled: 8am group class, 9am group class, and AG Strength. On Sunday, November 12th, these classes are cancelled: 8am group class, 10am CrossFit Preschool, 11am CrossFit Kids, 11am Active Recovery.

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Strength Training for Depression and Optimizing Cognitive Performance Starting Strength
Lasha Talaxadze Snatches 485lbs hookgrip

Power Clean

1-1-1-1-1

Warm up and work up to a heavy single Power Clean. Focus on an aggressive 2nd pull and, even though they’re Powers, pulling under to meet the bar with consistent footwork.

Post loads to comments.

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Half Dumbbell Bear

Every minute on the minute x 10:
5 Dumbbell Deadlifts
5 Dumbbell Hang Power Cleans
5 Dumbbell Thrusters

The work should be unbroken and leave you with a bit of rest until the next minute. Standard Rx for this metcon is 45% of body weight (total, between both dumbbells).

Post work to comments.

“A Sweet and Happy Thing”: Diapers & Dumbbells Grows Up

On Tuesday night, CrossFit HQ released this incredibly awesome video about our very own Diapers & Dumbbells class! It’s the first of 6 videos focusing on CFSBK that HQ will release in the coming weeks, and it provides a terrific overview of this very special parent-baby fitness program. As D&D approaches its 1st birthday, it just so happens that your trusty CFSBK blog recently interviewed the masterminds behind the class: Coaches MeLo, Lauren, and Sasha. If you’ve been to the gym in the late morning or early afternoon recently, you already know what a cute scene transpires in this class. Now let’s get a little more in-depth to find out how this unique class works…

Can you give us some background on Diapers & Dumbbells? When did the class get started, and what was the motivation behind it?

Melissa: CSFBK saw an uptick in the number of expectant parents at the gym in 2016, and I was fortunate enough to be one of them. After having Lily in September of last year, I had been talking to a couple of the other new moms about how great it would be to have a postpartum class at the gym. primarily as a means to get together, share stories, and move a little bit. I had also taken Sasha’s parent-baby yoga class at Park Slope Yoga and loved having something to do, and a safe space to bring my baby and move my body twice a week. Sasha and I met to discuss our visions for a parent-baby CrossFit class and outlined a potential class structure which we’ve been sticking to ever since. We presented the idea to David, who was onboard, and once Lauren heard about the class, she immediately offered her experience and expertise. The first D&D class took place on Monday, January 30, 2017, and I think we had 1 person attend with 3 coaches.

Sasha: D&D came about after Melissa attended some of my parent baby classes at Park Slope Yoga Center. I had spoken to David in passing about parent-baby classes and when Melissa and I talked, we decided to present a general model of a baby-inclusive class that would allow new parents to work out with others in a space that welcomed them and their babies. Melissa and I talked about and general framework and Melissa programmed a class that would address some common issues for new parents.

Lauren: There’s a dearth of opportunities for new parents and babies in this area to exercise together. As soon as I heard that this was a program Melissa was developing, I knew it was something I wanted to support in any way that I could. All of our initial planning meetings for D&D reinforced my desire to be a part of the class. We were very much on the same page, and I was keen on the idea of working with Melissa and Sasha, who both have a wealth of expertise in this area and are awesome individuals.

Each of you have different fitness and family backgrounds. Can you tell us about those backgrounds and how they might inform your coaching styles?

Lauren: Both of my my daughters were born in the neighborhood, so I have shared that experience with many of the parents for whom this class is offered. Since my daughters are elementary school aged now, I have some insight to offer class participants as their babies grow up here as well. During my pregnancy and postpartum days, I had taken parent-baby yoga classes offered in the neighborhood, including Sasha’s class. I am aware of the challenges that new parents face here—in getting out the door, let alone finding a suitable workout.  As a coach and a mom, I am strongly in favor of educating new parents about exercises that are safe and beneficial for them. I am happy to be able to offer an opportunity for others who are now at this exciting and, at times, overwhelming stage of life to come to class for an hour and feel healthy, accomplished and understood.

I can relate to their experiences with pregnancy, delivery and child-nurturing while attempting to keep one’s own fitness and health from falling to the bottom of the list. In addition, I am a private trainer and wellness coach and among my clients are pregnant women and new parents. Working one-on-one with these individuals informs my approach to this class and vice versa. No pregnancy is the same, no delivery is the same, no baby is the same… obviously no one is the same. But sharing our experiences with one another and being educated about safe ways to exercise are invaluable to navigating smoothly and healthily through postpartum months.

Sasha: I have taught parent baby yoga classes for the past 17 years and parents have mentioned how important it was to have a place to go with their babies where they could be active and do something to take care of their bodies. Being home all day can feel so isolating for new parents. It’s not feasible for many people to find a sitter just for the time that it takes to work out. My primary area of expertise is baby wrangling. As a yoga teacher I can help with DROMS and basic forms. I also have three of my own kids. The classes that Xela, Tulsi, and James attend are a huge part of my love for CFSBK. I am happy that parents of little kids can have the same caring and compassionate environment for their little ones.

How has the class changed or evolved since its inception?

Melissa: We went from having 1 person at that first class, to having a max of 16 (I think) over the summer. The consistently high numbers necessitated having a 3rd regular class coach.  One coach primarily serves as the head coach overseeing the parents, another coach wrangles the babies, and the third floats between babies and parents depending on where the need is greatest.

Lauren: Aside from the growing number of participants, we are always re-evaluating the class, collecting feedback and making adjustments to ensure that the class runs smoothly. We have added a third coach to accommodate larger classes, and each of the three coaches has a more specifically-defined role. Since some of our participants have been attending regularly for months, we’ve added new exercises (such as barbell lifts) to the programming.

Generally, the structure of the class has maintained the same fundamental format: a warm-up that emphasizes abdominal and pelvic floor work and previews movement patterns for the exercises that follow, a strength-building segment, and a conditioning work-out. Parents often stay after class on the sofas and wrestling mat to talk, feed their babies and stretch.

Sasha: It’s been amazing to see how the regular attendees of the class have gotten stronger over the months. I have been lucky enough to see some of the parents both at CFSBK and the yoga center. Watching the growth and development of the babies is another great aspect of the class for me as a teacher and I think is another benefit for the parents. The class provides the parents a chance to compare what their challenges and triumphs have been. I also think that many in the  CFSBK community like the chance to see the babies. It’s a sweet and happy thing!

Who are these classes for? Do you expect a certain level of fitness from new moms coming in?

Lauren: No fitness level is required or expected. The classes are open to any new parents who would like to begin or continue training, including moms, dads, partners, and caregivers.  We have had parents come to class without their babies as well. We welcome those who are new to CrossFit, and we have organized a Foundations class especially for D&D participants and alum to help them transition into group classes when they are ready. I particularly like having the opportunity to introduce CrossFit to individuals who are trying these types of exercises for the first time.

Melissa: We only ask that moms receive medical clearance from their practitioner before attending class. The programming is scalable to all fitness levels and to each participant at their various stages in postpartum recovery

Sasha: We wanted to make the classes for everyone, and we have had a broad range of participants. Mostly moms but some dads and even a few grandmas!

Are there special challenges that come with coaching this population? Have you learned anything new from working with D&Ders?

Melissa: The vast majority of participants have not done CrossFit previously, so we do a lot more instruction. Additionally, we have moms who are 5-weeks postpartum working out alongside moms who are 8 months postpartum and dads. The programming needs to be safe and effective for all participants, which makes providing and explaining scaling options paramount. In addition to the focus on core and pelvic floor strengthening, we use a lot of tempo work to reinforce proper positions as well as unilateral work to balance asymmetries. We err on the side of less dynamic movements (e.g., Step-Ups instead of Box Jumps) but give attendees options based on how far along they are in their recovery process and how they’re feeling on that particular day.

It’s also a rotating group of attendees. We’ve been fortunate in that we’ve had some regular attendees who we see for several months, but ultimately either the baby becomes mobile, or the parent has to go back to work and can no longer attend at 11am. So we constantly have to make sure that we’re spreading the word about the class to get new parents to attend.

Lauren: Something unique about this group of participants is that they, of course, just had babies, and their babies are with them. And with the increasing number of participants comes more babies at wider-ranging stages of development, which is a challenge and a benefit since they are incredibly adorable. A challenge for me has been that when I hear a fussy or crying baby, I revert back to what must be a primal instinct and feel the need to attend to said baby. I have gotten better about overcoming that, but imagine how it must be for the new parent. We as coaches make a concerted effort to explain and demonstrate clearly and be available to repeat and help as participants move through the prescribed exercise, knowing that the new parents have a lot on their mind, may have just been attending to their baby, and could very well be sleep-deprived.

What’s in store for D&D in the future? Any changes to the programming or class structure?

Melissa: We’re now offering a D&D Foundations cycle to all current and past participants and their partners. We’re hoping to transition more D&D alumni into CrossFit group classes so that they can continue their training after returning to work. We also recently hosted a happy hour at Threes Brewing and hope to host more social events in the future.

Lauren: Thanks to Melissa, there is an evolving social component to the program and an active Facebook group. As parents return to work or matriculate on to Short Circuit, Group Class, or wherever their fitness goals take them, we can continue to stay in touch with the growing cohort of D&D Alum and welcome more new parents through the gate. Unfortunately, because of new demands on my schedule, I will not be able to continue coaching D&D. But fortunately, I am able to remain involved in the program through the Facebook group and to see the D&D parents and babies at the gym every week.

Know someone who might be interested in Diapers & Dumbbells? Send them this post! 

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Yesterday’s Results Board: Back Squat Test | Double-Unders, Burpees
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Back Squat

Performance
1-1-1

Fitness
3-3-3

Establish a new 1 or 3RM Back Squat. If you’re newer, then go for the 3RM. No tempo. The movement standards are as follows:

• Begin the lift with both knees and hips fully extended.
• Squat down to full depth, until the hip crease passes below the top of the patella.
• Return to fully standing in one motion (though it may be slow!).
• Feet must remain planted throughout the lift.
• If you fail, STAY WITH YOUR BAR and do not bail it on the spotters. Your spotters will help you stand and guide the bar back into the rack.

Post loads to comments.

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For Time:
50-40-30-20-10 Double Unders
15-12-9-6-3 Burpees

Scale the Dubs to Singles as needed. The goal is a quick metcon with minimal rest.

Post time and Rx to comments.

“Spiderman, Spiderman, / Owns a gym called South Brooklyn.” Check out more Fight Gone Bad action shots by Thomas H. and Robert C. right here. | Photo by Robert C. 

Train with an Olympian: Sign Up for the CRASH-B World Indoor Rowing Championship!

Do you hate and fear workouts that involve rowing? Do you secretly love them but don’t want to admit it? Either way, you have a good reason to train for the CRASH-B World Indoor Rowing Championship! Olympian Coach Nick will prepare participants in the months leading up to race day, which is February 25th, in Boston. The first technique clinic will take place this Saturday, November 11th from 4 to 6pm.

Basic Info

• The events at CRASH-Bs are individual
• You don’t have to be a CFSBK member to participate—so tell your non-SBK friends! (If you have any!)
• The group will get together for three technique clinics (each of which will conclude with a workout) and three or four races
• Participants will do the workouts on their own
• Nick will provide programming and support—including video analysis of your technique—throughout the program
• Anyone can join—there is no minimum performance requirement

Pricing

Full Payment Up Front:

• Member Rate: $360 with discount code
• Non-Member Rate: $450

Three Monthly Installments:

• Member Rate: $134.40 per installment* ($403.20 total)
• Non-Member Rate: $168 per installment* ($504 total)

Register Here!

(Members, please contact the front desk for the discount code.)

Schedule

See the CRASH-Bs event page for the full schedule of technique clinics and events!

Weekend Schedule

We’re hosting the CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Seminar this weekend, which means we’ll have to cancel a few classes. On Saturday, November 11th the following classes are cancelled: 8am group class, 9am group class, and AG Strength. On Sunday, November 12th, these classes are cancelled: 8am group class, 10am CrossFit Preschool, 11am CrossFit Kids, 11am Active Recovery.

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Yesterday’s Results Board: Rest Day
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Announcing the Artists for CFSBK’s Fourth Art Show

CFSBK’s fourth Art Show is next Saturday, November 18th, from 7-10PM. Free entry and alcohol (and La Croix!).

The show will feature live tattooing by Brooklyn artist Jim Gentry (flash sheet and sign-up information below), textiles for sale by Brooklyn artist Bekka Palmer, and photographs and Pop art by New Jersey artist Jon Arias. 

At 8:30PM, CFSBK members Alona Katz and Erica Dohring will present an aerial hoop performance, which will be followed by a dance/spoken word performance by Sacred Circle Theatre Company featuring CFSBK member Anise.

Come check out art from fellow talented CFSBKers:

Jaime Cheng
Sonya Cheuse
Katherine Akiko Day
Brian Faulk
Lucas Garrido
Katie Harper
Steve Hutsal
Jenna Jerman
Amy Muckerman
David Osorio
Nicholas Piltoff
Jay Reingold
Trevor Safford
Keith Walter
Brian “Baz” Zimbler

Get Inked at the Art Show

Are you an avid tattoo collector or interested in losing your skin’s virginity? At the Art Show, you’ll have the opportunity to get art permanently drawn onto your bod by a Brooklyn tattoo artist, Jim Gentry (@gentrytattoo) of Hand of Glory Tattoo in Park Slope. Jim will be live tattooing at the Art Show from 7-10pm in 20-minute sessions from the flash sheet of small, simple designs pictured here.

The price? Only $20.

The catch? There are only 9 slots total.

Sign up HERE

If you have questions about any of the above, email Kate R. at katharinereece [at] gmail [dot] com.

News and Notes

• Do you hate and fear workouts that involve rowing? Do you secretly love them but don’t want to admit it? Join Coach Nick‘s CFSBK CRASH-Beasts and train for the World Indoor Rowing Championship! The first technique clinic is this Saturday, November 11th, and there’s still time to sign up. See the event page for details.
• As if there weren’t already enough cool stuff on our humble Gowanus block, an axe-throwing venue called Kick Axe will be moving in across the street in mid-December! 
• We now have another set of Rogue speed ropes in 608 to match our set in 597! We also organized the weight belts in both gyms and set aside any that didn’t have names on them. If you can’t find your belt, it’s in the crawlspace near the lifters at 608. Please write your name on it before returning it to the downstairs storage spaces. See the front desk if you need a marker or help with anything else!
• We’re hosting the CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Seminar this weekend, which means we’ll have to cancel a few classes. On Saturday, November 11th the following classes are cancelled: 8am group class, 9am group class, and AG Strength. On Sunday, November 12th, these classes are cancelled: 8am group class, 10am CrossFit Preschool, 11am CrossFit Kids, 11am Active Recovery.

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Yesterday’s Results Board: Press/Deadlift Test | Tabata Mash-Up
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Test

Press

Performance
1-1-1

Fitness
3-3-3

Establish a new 1 or 3RM Press. If you’re newer, then go for the 3RM (no tempo). The movement standards are as follows:

• Feet may not move and must stay flat throughout the lift.
• Knees must remain fully extended and locked out.
• A small lay back is permissible, but must not be excessive.
• Barbell must finish over the shoulder blades and mid-line of the body.

Deadlift

Performance
1-1-1

Fitness
3-3-3

Establish a new 1 or 3RM Deadlift. Conventional or Sumo, lifter’s choice. Control the barbell back to the floor after the rep. If you’re newer, then go for the 3RM. The 3RM may be touch-and-go (no tempo). The movement standards are as follows:

• Neutral spine throughout
• No “hitching” or “ramping”
• Finish with knees and hips fully locked out and shoulders behind the bar.

Warm up and test your Press, followed by a Deadlift test. NOT a superset today.

Post loads to comments.

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Tabata Mash Up:
Row
Plank

Post work to comments.

Congrats to Hallowed By Thy Gains on winning the Fight Gone Bad Spirit Award amid stiff competition! Check out more of Thomas H.’s awesome photos from the day on our Flickr account

Results from Fight Gone Bad 2017

Top 10 Teams

1. Pirates of the Farmers Carrybbean (1,746 reps)
2. 20″ Box Jump Street (1,714 reps)
3. A Team Has No Name (1,700 reps)
4. Ziggy WODdust and the Squatters from Mars (1,674 reps)
5. The Snatchelorettes (1,649 reps)
6. Superheroes Gone Bad (1,647 reps)
7. Gowanus Mud Carp (1,627 reps)
8. Night of the Living Deadlift (1, 597 reps)
9. Count AMRAPula (1,544 reps)
10. Los SuperWODels (1,535 reps)

Top 10 Women

1. Katie E. (365 reps)
2. Coach Jess (361 reps)
3. Coach MeLo (359 reps)
4. Kayleigh R. (356 reps)
5. Morgan N. (354 reps)
6. Coach Whit (353 reps)
7. Toni S. (338 reps)
8. Coach JB (330 reps)
9. Erika M. (328 reps)
10. Allie C. (320 reps)

Top 10 Men

1. Brad L. (350 reps)
2. James A. (341 reps)
3. Matt E. (337 reps)
4. Dan L. (332 reps)
5. Pierre D. (319 reps)
6. Gregory C. (319 reps)
7. Chas C. (316 reps)
8. Michael A. (312 reps)
9. Jonathan W. (310 reps)
10. Bob S. (307 reps)

VIEW ALL SCORING RESULTS HERE.

Top 10 Fundraising Individuals

1. Charles S. ($2,775)
2. Coach David ($1,460)
3. Katherine D. ($1,350)
4. Dana B. ($1,218)
5. Scott M. ($1,170)
6. Lizzie D. ($1,089)
7. Allie C. ($1,050)
8. Patrick S. ($875)
9. Mary M. ($715)
10. Kate T. ($625)

Top 10 Fundraising Teams

1. Superheroes Gone Bad ($4,448)
2. Foam Roller Derby ($3,000)
3. Ziggy WODdust and the Squatters from Mars ($2,829)
4. Hallowed By Gainz ($1,840)
5. WOD Happened: A Memoir ($1,240)
6. The Snatchelorettes ($1,075)
7. Saturday Nite Squatz ($1,050)
8. Ruth Badder Gunsburg ($1,045)
9. A Team Has No Name ($922)
10. Dan Evans Hates Us ($825)

VIEW ALL FUNDRAISING RESULTS HERE.

This year we raised a total of $21,619 for Brooklyn Community Foundation. We’re so proud of you guys and all of your hard work! You rule. Thanks to everyone who organized, judged, fundraised, competed, or otherwise pitched in in any small way. And a huge thanks to Brooklyn Community Foundation for being such a wonderful organization. There’s still time to donate if you have had the chance! 

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Yesterday’s Results Board: Snatch | Run, KB Swings, T2Bs
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Snatch Complex

Every other minute on the minute x 10 (5 reps):
Power Snatch + Overhead Squat

Post loads to comments.
Exposure 8 of 8

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3 Rounds for Time:
400m Run
21 Russian Kettlebell Swings 32/24kg
12 Toes-to-Bars

Post time and Rx to comments.

Fight Gone Bad 2017: Thank You!

By the time the dust settled yesterday, we had raised over $21,500 for Brooklyn Community Foundation. That’s AMAZING. Every dollar of your efforts will help to fund some of the best causes in Brooklyn. Thanks to everyone who competed and/or fundraised, donated, cheered, or helped out in any way. We’ll have the full results from the day up on the blog tomorrow.

Many thanks again to the following sponsors for donating prizes: Herondale Farms, Left Bank, Olivier Bistro, LuluLemon, Afrobrutality, Parklife, Littlefield, and Dinosaur BBQ.

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“Fight Gone Bad”

Three Rounds, As Many Reps as Possible, of:
Wall Ball Shots 20lb-10’/14lb-9′
Sumo Deadlift High-pull, 75lbs/55lbs/35lbs
Box Jumps, 20″
Push Press, 75lbs/55lbs/35lbs
Row

In this workout, you move from each of the five stations after a minute.The clock does not reset or stop between exercises. This is a five-minute round from which a one-minute break is allowed before repeating. On call of “rotate,” the athletes must move to next station immediately for best score. One point is given for each rep, except on the rower where each calorie is one point.

If you think you’ve got a top 3 score in you and want to go for the CFSBK Leaderboard, please let one of the coaches know ahead of time so we can communicate with your judge. Also remember that to get on the board, you need to start on the Wall Ball station and that Step-Ups are considered a scale for the Box Jumps.

Add up your points and post them to comments.

Gooooo team! | Photo by Thomas H.

TODAY: Fight Gone Bad 2017

Today’s the day! To see details about the movement standards and flow of the day, please refer to yesterday’s post. 608 will be available for warm-ups all day. Team captains or an assigned proxy must pick up the t-shirts and distribute them to their team.

ALL CLASSES ARE CANCELLED TODAY (including Yoga for Athletes, Active Recovery, and Open Gym)!

There will free beer provided by our friends at Threes Brewing! Friends, family, and well-wishers are all welcome at the gym. Please note that bike parking might be tight on Degraw, so plan accordingly.

8:30am: Gym Opens
9:00-1:10pm: Fight Gone Bad Heats
1:30pm: Group Photo!
Awards Ceremony

Afterward, we’ll celebrate with an after party right here at the gym.

Fundraising Totals

As of 7:00pm last night, we were just shy of $18,000 raised for Brooklyn Community Foundation. CONGRATS, CFSBK! You crushed it!

The race is still tight, and there are great prizes for the top fundraisers. All final numbers will be pulled from CrowdRise at 1:30pm. If you can, send one more email!

Thanks to Our Sponsors

Many thanks to the following sponsors for donating prizes: Herondale Farms, Left Bank, Olivier Bistro, LuluLemon, Afrobrutality, Parklife, Littlefield, and Dinosaur BBQ.

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Good luck today, everyone! Let us know how it went in the comments!

Everything You Need to Know About Fight Gone Bad 2017

Please check the heat assignments to see when you’re competing and judging tomorrow. Plan to arrive at least 20 minutes before your heat to get registered and ready. 608 will be available all day to warm-up. Your team captain will pick up shirts at the front desk when everyone on your team arrives. Immediately after your heat, there will be a team portrait taken outside, so look your best and get ready to flex.

At the end of the day, we’ll have an awards ceremony and group picture. We encourage everyone to hang out, drink beers (provided by Threes Brewing!), and cheer on the other teams. If you’re in an early heat, please hang out and then try to make it back for the awards ceremony… especially if you’re going to the podium!

Schedule

8:30am: Gym Opens
9:00-1:10pm: Fight Gone Bad Heats
1:30pm: Group Photo!
Award Ceremony

Afterward, we’ll celebrate with an after party right here at the gym.

Also, a friendly reminder: all classes are cancelled tomorrow. 

Fundraising Update

Team CFSBK has raised over $16,000 for Brooklyn Community Foundation so far! Check out our CrowdRise page to see who our top teams and individuals are so far. Don’t stop now, gang! Every dollar you raise will go to awesome local causes.

As usual, we’ll be giving awards to the top individual fundraisers, the top male and female Rx’d athletes, and the FGB Spirit Award for the team with the best costumes and such. Many thanks to the following sponsors for donating prizes: Herondale Farms, Left Bank, Olivier Bistro, LuluLemon, Afrobrutality, Parklife, Littlefield, and Dinosaur BBQ.

Movement Standards

Everyone competing in Fight Gone Bad tomorrow also has a judging assignment slot. Please come familiar with the movement standards so you can accurately perform and judge the workout. We’ll review that day, too. The box jump is still a CrossFit Games-Standard Box Jump, which means you’ll need to show extension and control at the top of every rep as opposed to being able to reach extension as you jumped off.

Box Jump (Demo Video)
Men’s Rx: 20″
Ladies’ Rx: 20″
Additional option: 16″

Standards:
Start: Standing on Ground
Finish: Standing on top of the box with knees and hips fully extended and under control. Athletes may jump down or step down, jumping off at the top before showing control is a no rep. For FGB, step-ups are considered a scale.

Sumo Deadlift High Pull (Demo Video)
Men’s Rx: 75lbs
Ladies’ Rx: 55lbs
Additional option: 35lbs

Standards:
Start: Both plates on ground
Finish: Knees and hips fully extended and barbell at approximately collar bone height.

Wall Ball: (Demo Video)
Men’s Rx: 20lb ball, 10′ target
Ladies’ Rx: 14lb ball, 9′ target
Additional option: 10lb ball, optional target

Standards:
Start: Hip crease dips below parallel
Finish: Ball hits ABOVE target line

Rowing:
No Scales
No ROM standards

Push Press (Demo Video)
Men’s Rx: 75lbs
Ladies’ Rx: 55lbs
Additional option: 35lbs

Standards:
Start: Bar in a racked position in front of shoulders
Finish: Knees, hips, shoulders and elbows fully extended with the barbell above the shoulders

If you need any additional modifications, don’t hestitate to let us know!

Don’t be afraid to call a “No Rep” on someone if they’re not meeting the standards! You’ll be doing them and the event itself a favor.

If you think you’ve got a top 3 score in you and want to go for the CFSBK Leaderboards, please let one of the coaches know ahead of time so we can communicate with your judge. Also remember that to get on the board, you need to start on the Wall Ball station and that Step-Ups are considered a scale for the Box Jumps.
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Matt Ufford: Fight Gone Bad 2010 Ari Bassin-Hill
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