BBCF Monday ! 9/17/2012
N@ , Jon and Amanda’s last day of Onramp in the garage !
I’m sure CrossFit has changed your lives as it has changed mine and i sometimes sit back and think of where i was prior to all this excercising for time stuff. I wonder what my life would be like, if i would be in a different place or if i would be in a different state of mind. Although i wonder of these things sometimes i would never change the decisions i’ve made getting to where we are today. The ability to change lives and make a positive impact on people and their situations has given me so much joy.
I have seen several bodies transform in our box. I have seen many pounds dropped. I have seen more defintion and bigger weights being picked up on a regular basis. All of which i believe are very important and all prove that our program works, it’s evidence based ! However, most importantly i have seen people’s lives change. I have seen low self esteem turn into confidence. I have seen sadness turn to smiles. I have seen friendships grow. I have seen kids turn to adults and adults who may have needed that extra support finally step out of their shell and become comfortable. You see, this is what needs to be understood at our box. Although we have some great athletes in here, we all need eachother. It’s a much bigger picture than you may think because what we do really does change lives.
I challenge all of you to step up ! Step up and support the guy who never had any support. Open the door for someone. Go out of your way to say Hello to someone and have a conversation with a complete stranger. Make yourself better, give back, share, support ! Do something, do something that makes you feel good other than training. Make someone smile that hasn’t smiled in days. Shake someones hand with a firm shake and look them in the eyes with confidence. Tell your parents you love them. Shoot, just do something. Go listen to someone tell you about their day, don’t interrupt, just listen. Give support, give advice, give, just give.. One day, i promise you it will come back your way. And through it all you will still have people holding you down, holding you back and just raining on your ever so positive parade. Pay it NO mind, smile and tell them to ” make it a great day” …. Question, When was the last time you did something for the first time in your life?????
Sorry for the whatever you wanna call it.. just came out.. peace !
Coach
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Barbell Training
Beginner/Advanced:
20RM backsquat +5lbs from the last 20RM
Conditioning
A. 4 Rounds for time:
10 Clapping pushups
12 Barbell Step ups 135/95 – 24″/20″
100 Meter SPRINT
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Love reading the blogs Eric. You keep it real everyday.
ThaNks smitty! Proud of u and ALL your accomplishments! U ARE bbcf!
Eric,
Strong post. Powerful words. I believe life is about giving and receiving and finding an equal balance between the two. I know that the majority of your success and the success of your athletes is because your initial instinct is to give. Thanks for leading from the front with that powerful example.
Thanks coach AL ! Provide opportunity and opportunity will come knockin”, u just gotta answer….! Keep it movin !
Great words Eric! Definitely a powerful post and without you paving the way our box wouldn’t be what it is today!
ThaNks chris… Change lives brotha!
You couldn’t have stated this any better, Eric. It’s an inspiring, positive and motivational way to start off this week. Rants like this are just what some of us needed and/or what some of us need, but maybe don’t know it. Good energy goes a long way!
WORD.
Word ! Keep it movin lindsey !
grg
This post and picture about made me cry. Not only has boombox and Eric given me my life back it’s made me feel more confident in all aspects of life. I am the happiest I have ever been with my body, and I love how much strongerI feel everyday. I love coming to my work outs and I love the people I crossfit with. Giving is the best gift in the world! Cannot wait to wod tomorrow!!!
You have worked so hard in the box Amanda! super proud of you and excited for your future..!
That made me a little emotional too Amanda and man do you look leaner and stronger today.
Setting an example of giving unconditionally that others will follow out of respect and a desire to be better is one of the hardest things to consistently. Weave it into the fabric of your lives, make it part of your DNA, and true accomplishment is your reward.
Thanks Deb. I cannot believe the difference. I appreciate your compliment!!!
Very inspirational. I like the question at the end! Looking forward to those sprints tomorrow.
KeeP up the hard work Carl! U are making awesome progress!
Awesome post Eric! To keep my response short and sweet: I have all the equipment I need at home except one that I find so valuable… THE PEOPLE AND THEIR POSITIVE ENERGY! I joined boombox to be surrounded by all this positive energy cause, honestly, it helps me sooo much mentally. Crossfit is the best therapy a mommy of three boys can have! I can’t wait to come in tomorrow!
Great post! Well said Eric!! You’ve created a community of great people, positive attitudes, and wellness!! I share the same philosophy of “give and you shall receive”, Give without expecting anything in return, and don’t give and tell the world, sometimes it’s between you and God! He’s the only one that needs to know. What else can I say, I never thought I’d see the day when I’m telling my husband that I need a day or two off from working out, I never thought I’d ever be able to share this awesomeness with my hubs!! So THANK YOU for all you do, and may God continue to bring blessings to your life as you have brought to many of us!!!
Coach, why do you make me cry? Truth does that!
Thats deep dude. Thanks for always keepin us focused on the bigger picture.
Well said coach! U are the epitome of a leader. Everything you said was on point. When I’m having a bad day the only thing that gets me through it is BBCF. It’s my antidepressant, my church, and my social hangout. Thanx for who u are and what u do brotha.
Cya at 5
hellz ya rolly, i feel you on that brotha.. Just trying to maintain and keep up with life and the demands that come with it…
BS #130
WOD 8:21 #95
Such a great message
James and I have been talking about this topic a lot lately.. About integrity, what it means to us and giving for the joy of the process and without the expectation of reciprocity. Thank you so much for your leadership and coaching beyond the weights, Eric. Bbcf is such a healthy family and it feels so good to be enveloped by the lifestyle.
Xoxoxoxxoxoz fam bam!!
ya Roz ! you’re right.. me and james have had some conversations in the past about crossfit but really its about life… holla !
Soo true Eric! Honestly this has been the reason why i continue and want to be part of BOOMBOX. Your a great person,coach,and leader. Thanks for the words of encouragement.
Back Squats #175
WOD TIME: 10:25 KB#65
Tru Dat Gonzo! you know, this is about progress in general, inside and outside of the box.. regardless if you’re levels of fitness and wellness get better more importantly it is how you become better at life… so thank you for cotinuing to be involved with our box.. remember, if we can’t change your life in 3 months, no one can… !
BS: 185×20
WOD:
I forgot my time. It was not very good though. Those box stepups with the barbell made me uncomfortable and I could not get into any type of rhythm.
95# 20 rm bs
55# for box step ups
Time: 9:27
125 lbs for 20 reps.
Wod: Did I think 15-16′ step ups with 70lbs
and knees. Contrated on presistance. Good job everyone the lunges definitely worked me
3×5 #60
#45 kettle bell box step ups
8:21
1st day back doing a complete WOD in 4 weeks!
I’ve missed WODn ! But damn did I feel the time off!!!! Wow!
Glad to be back at the box I love so much !!!!!!!
Took me 30 mins to recover !
Finished WOD 7:55
Way to push through sonia!
I was scared for my squats today but they weren’t so bad!
Back Squat x20
120#
WOD:9:48
Clapping push ups
65# step ups
Fun one!
BS: 20x #125
WOD
Barbell #155
Time 8:33
Joseph
Bs: #115
WOD
Barbell (green) #45
10:??
Backsquats 20 rep #80
10 hand release pushups
feels so good in my muscles. Haha
12 kb step ups #30
100 m sprint
8:10
Ahhhhhh I was looking forward to this wod all day
20 RM BS 135#
70# steps ups
11:40
Inspirational words! This is why I chose this box…for the amazing people that I can surround myself with.
WOD: 8:51
Back squats #60
10 hand release push ups
12 – # 45 kettle ball step ups
100 meter sprint
Great job everyone in the 6 and 715 class.
#185 x 20 super squats
WOD
#85 step ups on 20″ box.
8:15.
So stoked i made it to BBCF today school got out early so i was able to make it.
150# on my 20 rep max.
for the WOD I used 95# and finished with a time of 8:03.
Wod was alot harder than i thought but i didnt give up nor would my BBCF family let me. you guys are great! been here 1 month and i feel at home everyday. Thanks again guys cant wait till tmrw.
i meant to post that to everyone my bad. n00b…
Keep it up Logan. You’re a beast!
Ray thanks for pushin me bro!!!
#70 x 20 backsquats
WOD: #35 step ups 20″, 9:55
Just read your post, WOW! Well said, my friend. I’ve come such a long way since I began in your garage. Thank you, Coach Eric, and your team of amazing coaches & my fellow athletes! I can’t wait to see where we all are 5 years from now!
Backsquat 20 reps @ 155. ok today was so rough. I think it was more mental than anything. I totally got in my own head and thought i wasn’t going to finish. Thank you Kai for talking me through to the end.
Wod:
8:10
-Clapping Pushups
-65# step ups on 20′ box
Great post Coach!!
Backsquat #70
Kettle bell #25
Time 8:02
Thanks Boombox CrossFit for makin me a better athlete but more impotantly a better person.
Squats- 340×16 then 340×4
Wod- 6:42Rx
Great work today yall!
6:56 just workin the motions… Had a good time!
10:33 mins.
Good job KUYA MARLON!
Back Squats @ 215#
The squats today felt really good! Gotta fit in the squats sometime this week before thursday because Megan and I are going to MAMMOTH!!
WOD: 7:?? @ 95# step ups
Paced myself a little to slow but wanted to make sure I didn’t eat Sh*t on the step up haha. Great job everyone and keep up the hard work!
Backsquat-70#
WOD:KB-30#
6:45
20RM Back squats @ 160#
WOD: 11:00
10 hand release push ups
12 kettle ball step ups 35#
150m row
My calf muscle is still tight and hurting from finally stringing together 21 dubs!!!
Been feeling really frustrated about my knee. I know I have no reason to complain because some of our fellow athletes are dealing with injuries much more serious than mine but it’s frustrating nonetheless. I feel like I’m slipping back both mentally and physically. I was feeling so strong and confident and now I’m starting to feel like that insecure out of shape person that showed up at the garage 6 months ago.I know I will get through this and Eric, your inspiring words keep me moving along. Thank you:-)
I did the wod today with so many modifications to avoid my knee. Ring rows instead of step ups and sit ups instead of sprints. I think my time was 6:24??? After that I rowed 1k meters at a really nice easy pace.
Started slow wit the first 2 rounds of step ups because I didn’t wanna fall :[.
Back sq 145# 3×5
wod: kb53lbs 11:54
BS: 165#x20
WOD:
Clapping PUs
75# step ups
7:18
backsquat: 270# yep definitely found out the hard way that this is a lot of weight for 20 reps…
WOD: 6:32 learned i need to work on my left legs strength. other than that fun wod. #battlefitready