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Theme of the Week: Initial Speed
Next time you’re in class and find yourself with the opportunity to watch your fellow students striking, check out how they “get ready” to punch. Do they wind up? Is there a look of concentration or consternation on their face … Continue reading
Back Squats
Many moons ago, I recall being introduced to CrossFit and thinking “man, all these moves are just variations on a squat”. Some time has passed and now I think “Yes! All these moves are variations on a squat!” There’s some … Continue reading
Homemade
g No broken medicine balls! Hoorah! There were a few puffs of sand, to be sure, but everyone and everything survived the workout. Next time we’ll be a bit more thorough in our production. Until then, prep for next week … Continue reading
Drop the Stick
The bad guy has got a stick. Get in close, avoid the initial strike. Soften them up with some knees and elbows. Wrap up the head and take a guillotine choke while continuing to throw knee kicks. Control the stick … Continue reading
Homemade
g No broken medicine balls! Hoorah! There were a few puffs of sand, to be sure, but everyone and everything survived the workout. Next time we’ll be a bit more thorough in our production. Until then, prep for next week … Continue reading