Author: Jade

Champlain Valley CrossFit – Competition: Thursday, November 15th, 2018

*Winter 2018 Holiday Schedule HERE Active Recovery: The goal should be as much as possible of the following below. Thanks to CrossFit Invictus for posting this. A. Aerobic Restoration 25-40 minutes of one of the following performed at 60-70% effort – easy, restorative pace: * Swim (this is my first choice, and if you have an ocean, even better) * Row (focus on mechanics, smooth and efficient with a very low stroke per minute pace) * AirDyne (keep the pace conversational and relaxed) * Cycling (get outdoors and enjoy the scenery as you ride) * Hike (nothing crazy here, find a nice easy slope and go for a walk outdoors) NOTE ABOUT ACTIVE RECOVERY – The activity selected must be restorative for you. It can also be an opportunity to work on a skill (like swimming or rowing), but the effort expended should leave you…

Champlain Valley CrossFit – Sport: Wednesday, November 14th, 2018

*Winter 2018 Holiday Schedule HERE WOD: 1a) 0:00 – 10:00 – Every 2:00 x 5 sets: 5 Push Jerk + 5/side Single Arm Dumbbell Split Kneeling Press Perform the movements back-to-back, then rest. Build the Push Jerk as deemed fit, pick a challenging, but maintainable weight for the Split Kneeling Press. 1b) 10:00 – 18:00 – 8 minute AMRAP: 10 Calories Ski/Bike/Row/Run 10 Push-ups 2 minute Rest after this piece. 1c) 20:00 -30:00 – Every 2:00 x 5 sets: 5-10 Strict Pull-ups + 5/side Single Arm Dumbbell Upright Row Perform the movements back-to-back, then rest. Pick, weights, reps, assistance, etc. that you can maintain for all 5 sets. 1d) 30:00 – 38:00 – 8 minute AMRAP: 10 Calories Ski/Bike/Row/Run 10 Box Jump Overs 30/24 Extra Work: 2) Hollow Hold: Accumulate 3 minutes Keep track of time and attempts to complete. 3) Dumbbell Overhead Tricep Curl: 3 sets of 30 Rest 2-3 minutes…

Champlain Valley CrossFit – Competition: Wednesday, November 14th, 2018

*Winter 2018 Holiday Schedule HERE WOD: Session A: 1) 3 Muscle Clean + 3 Tall Clean: 3 sets @ Light > Moderate Rest 90-120 seconds between sets. Use this as warm-up to get yourself moving. 2) 2-Position Clean (Floor, Knee): 4 sets @ 70% of Clean Rest 2-3 minutes between sets. 3) Clean Pull: 3 sets of 3 @ 100% Rest 2-3 minutes between sets. Set dead on the floor each rep. Use straps if you need them/have them. 4) Front Squat: 3 sets of 2 @ 70% Rest 90-120 seconds between sets. 5) Hip Thrusts: 3 sets of 20 Rest 2-3 minutes between sets. Heavy as possible. Session B: 1) Paralette Kipping Handstand Push-up: 10 minute EMOTM You choose the reps and deficit. Pick something you can maintain, unbroken, for all 10 sets. 2) AQAP: 50 Strict Ring Dips Every Break 50ft Handstand Walk Scale as needed. 3) Dumbbell Overhead…

Champlain Valley CrossFit – Fitness: Wednesday, November 14th, 2018

*Winter 2018 Holiday Schedule HERE WOD: 1a) 0:00 – 10:00 – Every 2:00 x 5 sets: 5 Push Press + 5/side Single Arm Dumbbell Split Kneeling Press Perform the movements back-to-back, then rest. Build the Push Press as deemed fit, pick a challenging, but maintainable weight for the Split Kneeling Press. 1b) 10:00 – 18:00 – 8 minute AMRAP: 10 Calories Ski/Bike/Row/Run 10 Push-ups 2 minute Rest after this piece. 1c) 20:00 -30:00 – Every 2:00 x 5 sets: 5-10 Strict Pull-ups + 5/side Single Arm Dumbbell Upright Row Perform the movements back-to-back, then rest. Pick, weights, reps, assistance, etc. that you can maintain for all 5 sets. 1d) 30:00 – 38:00 – 8 minute AMRAP: 10 Calories Ski/Bike/Row/Run 10 Box Jump Overs 24/20 Extra Work: 2) Hollow Hold: Accumulate 3 minutes Keep track of time and attempts to complete. For results post detailed weights, reps, times, thoughts, etc. for all…

Champlain Valley CrossFit – Sport: Tuesday, November 13th, 2018

*Winter 2018 Holiday Schedule HERE WOD: 1) 0:00 – 7:00 – Every 1:00 x 7 sets: 3 Hi-Hang Power Snatch Warm-up as needed. Start around 50% of your 1RM. Keep the weights light-to-moderate. Given the volume and time domain, we want you getting super clean, skill based work in. If lifts feel great go up in loading, but otherwise don’t be afraid to keep the weights “comfortable.” 2) 7:00 – 14:00 – Every 1:00 x 7 sets: 2 Hi-Hang Power Clean + 2 Push Press Warm-up as needed. Start around 50% of your 1RM. Keep the weights light-to-moderate. Given the volume and time domain, we want you getting super clean, skill based work in. If lifts feel great go up in loading, but otherwise don’t be afraid to keep the weights “comfortable.” 3) 15:00 – 23:00 – Every 2:00 x 4 sets: 3 Clean Grip Deadlifts +…