Day 45 of 365: The Wake Up Challenge

(I look SOOO intelligent here, don't I?  Should be changed in the next 24hrs.)

Day 44 of 365: Here's Your Complex

Hey Guys and Gals

Hope y'all had an amazing weekend and are now ready to crank it this week!

I know I promised you all the video of the CrossFit Central coaches doing a barbell complex(performing one BB movement for reps, linking it right into another, and another...) during this week's Friday SWOD at RedBlackGym, and trust me, I wanted to deliver.  But, this weekend was our very first CrossFit Central Staff Retreat, which was an awesome experience in it's self.  Unfortunately though, this weekend's circumstances proved to make this small upload to YouTube a huge ordeal.  Sorry. 

That being said, here's is the footage that I promised you guys!

Just to refresh your memories, the complex goes as follows:

4 Rounds

8 Power Cleans

6 Front Squats

4 Push Jerks

Weighted Walking Lunges--->

OH Barbell Walk<---

Definitely a SPICY SWOD that will test your limits!

Day 43 Of 365: I'm So Grateful

I just wanted to quickly say that I am so grateful for the clients that I come in contact with on a daily basis!  It's now very often that the coaches get to show their gratitude and respect for the the clients we have, and I wanted to take this opportunity to do so.

I love the fact that I have clients that take all the punishment of the programming I throw at them.  I love that I have clients that hold themselves to a higher standard than what they thought was previously possible.  I love the hard work and dedication that my clients bring to the gym day in and day out.

These people are the reason I am passionate about my career.

Just wanted to say THANK YOU!!!

Day 42 of 365: SWOD For The Weekend

Hey Guys and Gals

I wanted to share today's SWOD with you guys in hopes that you may give it a go this weekend.  Trust me, if you decide to hit it, it won't disappoint.  When discussing barbell complexes, it seems like there is always a common theme: You gotta have guts and you better be ready to work!

I'm sure that those of you out there that have ever hit any form of complexes just threw-up in your mouth a little bit.  For those of you that have not yet experienced your first complex, they're extremely potent in the response they elicit.  The reason they are so effective in developing strength and mental toughness is because of the time you are under load.  You see, once you pick up the bar for the first lift, you don't set it down again until all the work has been accomplished.  As you can imagine, this requires just a bit of toughness and stick-to-it-iveness.

Test it out for yourself. 

Here's the SWOD we knocked out today:

A) 5x3 Max Effort Box Jump(for Height)

B) 4 Rounds of Barbell Complex:

8 Power Cleans

6 Front Squats

4 Push Jerks

Wtd. Lunges ----->

OH Walk <------

I will be posting a video of the CrossFit Central coaches hittin' this SWOD tomorrow, so be sure to check back here tomorrow!!!

Day 41 of 365: UT Rugby Knows How To Work!

In case you didn't know....Red BlackGym is the official training facicility of the University of Texas Men's and Women's Rugby Clubs!  These athletes know how to work hard, and they bring that champion-like attitude to the gym every day!  

This SWOD was a nasty little creation of mine that left these studs looking more like duds by the end of it.  But, don't you worry...they were back today workin' harder than ever to be the best.  

I truly appreciate the work ethic y'all bring to every session!  

I couldn't ask for a better group of outstanding athletes!

For anyone watching, the combo of exercises you'll see in the video below is POTENT!  IF you're up to the challenge, try this....or some variation of it....at home this weekend.  

Let me know how it goes for you.  

BTW...the stones they are holding are 120#....just FYI. ;  )

Day 40 of 365: LISTEN UP!!!

What's up Silly-Strong people!!!

 Tonight is your lucky night! 

My post tonight is a video of my man, Zach Even-Esh interviewing another strength training legend, Dan John!!!  I am currently reading Dan John's books....

 

 

These are MUST READS if you're serious about strength.  The same goes for this video/interview - you MUST watch this video!!!  This 15 minute clip provides a wealth of knowledge.  

Don't miss out on picking up some next level information and insight.  

CHECK IT!!!

Day 39 of 365: Something To Think About...

Tonight's post is designed to get you thinkin' about how hard you really work to get better each day.  A lot of us think we do whatever it takes to get to where we want to go, but sometimes we have to act as our own critic and dig deeper.  

Powerful things can happen if you're willing to question yourself and your efforts.