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Comment on Programming by Programming 10/3-9/27 :: CrossFit Bloomfield

Programming 10/3-9/27 :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 18:10:02 +0000

[…] of the fun stuff you can be expecting over the next 8 weeks, as I know some of you are curious! Check out last week’s post for a more general explanation of our programming philosophy. Recapping, the main goals of our […]

Comment on Strength by Programming 10/3-9/27 :: CrossFit Bloomfield

Programming 10/3-9/27 :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 18:09:12 +0000

[…] goals. A big priority is building strength, as we are still 5 months out from the Open and strength may just be the most important component of fitness and athleticism! We will be squatting heavy twice a week, with one intensity day (5×1) and one volume day […]

Comment on Energy Systems Simplified by Programming :: CrossFit Bloomfield

Programming :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Wed, 21 Sep 2016 16:21:36 +0000

[…] and WODs are designed to challenge different energy systems- oxidative, glycolytic and phosphagen (check out last week’s post). Depending on the intended stimulus of a workout, we want to train your CNS, your absolute […]

Comment on Creatine for CrossFit by Energy Systems Simplified :: CrossFit Bloomfield

Energy Systems Simplified :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Wed, 14 Sep 2016 17:29:44 +0000

[…] Examples would be a 1RM clean or sprints- very short, high intensity, powerful activities. Supplementing with creatine can help this system last a little longer, as your body is using creatine phosphate to synthesize […]

Comment on Monday Meals: Cauliflower and Kale Salad with Tahini Dressing by Monday Meals: Paleo and Vegan Mac and Cheese :: CrossFit Bloomfield

Monday Meals: Paleo and Vegan Mac and Cheese :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 16:26:03 +0000

[…] Sprinkle with fried sage leaves and serve immediately. Pairs nicely with my Kale and Cauliflower Salad! […]

Comment on Monday Meals: Zucchini Noodles with Dairy Free Pesto by Paleo and Vegan Mac and Cheese :: CrossFit Bloomfield

Paleo and Vegan Mac and Cheese :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 16:25:39 +0000

[…] 1 ½ spaghetti squash (cook 2 and save the spare ½ for another meal, like Pesto noodles) […]

Comment on Monarch Wings WOD and Raffle Winners by Hope Against Trafficking Welcome Home Gala :: CrossFit Bloomfield

Hope Against Trafficking Welcome Home Gala :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Fri, 29 Apr 2016 16:37:55 +0000

[…] year, we hosted WOD for Monarch Wings and were educated on the terrifying crime of human trafficking in the US and globally. Our wonderful […]

Comment on For the Sake of Intensity by A Skill-Based Approach :: CrossFit Bloomfield

A Skill-Based Approach :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Thu, 28 Apr 2016 18:27:10 +0000

[…] Intensity means doing more work in less time. We know intensity produces results. But intensity must be applied on a foundation of skill. If skill can’t keep up with the intensity, we have a problem. […]

Comment on On Seeking Discomfort by Be Useful :: CrossFit Bloomfield

Be Useful :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Thu, 21 Apr 2016 17:11:26 +0000

[…] Rippetoe famously wrote “strong people are harder to kill and more useful in general.” Now, survival is no longer something that most of us have to fight for on a day-to-day basis. We have outsourced […]

Comment on Confront Your Goat by The Open Is Over :: CrossFit Bloomfield

The Open Is Over :: CrossFit Bloomfield — Thu, 31 Mar 2016 17:43:30 +0000

[…] So now the Open is over, it is time to refocus for the year ahead. If you felt disappointed by a result, use that as motivation to set goals for the next year. Maybe your toes-to-bar let you down, or you had a really hard time with wall balls. Write down what you struggled with and use the experience to get better. Come talk to Jordan, Hillary or me and we can help you develop an individual program to get stronger or improve a skill. Use Open Gym on Fridays to practice your goats. […]