Thursday 2012.11.01

Skill: GHD Sit Up

Strength: Deadlift

Conditioning:

For time:

  • 30 step ups (20″ box) each leg – 52/35 KB in each hand
  • 50 strict pull ups
  • 100 banded good mornings

Break up as desired and scale appropriately to maintain a steady pace throughout. 

 

Doors Open November 1!

On Thursday, our doors will open at our 2,700+ square foot new location at 770 Harris Street, Suite 102. We are conveniently located in the heart of Charlottesville and have everything you need to get the most out of your training – a 24’ pull up rig, plyometric boxes, wall balls, slam balls, dumbbells, barbells and bumpers, kettlebells, and more! We are offering a variety of class times, as well; check the schedule to see which one works best for you.

E-mail Becky at becky@solidaritycrossfit.com to schedule your FREE one-on-one appointment to tell us more about your goals, hear more about our training programs, and go through a short, fun workout to get a taste of what you will experience in our classes. We offer a variety of training programs, depending on your goals, and we are offering a 10% early bird discount on the membership package of your choice if you join before November 22nd.

Curious in this CrossFit stuff but worried about all the new movements? We have a 6-class, two-week CrossFit Prep Course specifically designed help make sure that you have a solid foundation in the basics! Our first Prep Course begins November 5th.

Kettlebells ready for action…
 

Saturday 2012.10.27

Join us for our last Solidarity Saturday 10 a.m. at Forest Hills Park!

Conditioning:

“Death by Burpees”

With a continuously running clock, do 1 burpee the first minute, 2 burpees the 2nd minute, etc. until you cannot complete the required burpees within 60 seconds.

Who’s ready for some pull ups!? Infinity rig is up and ready for action.

Last Solidarity Saturday + Exciting News!

Thanks to everyone for their  support and enthusiasm over the summer and early fall. We’re getting ready for big things at Solidarity CrossFit and are so excited about what the coming months will bring for our community.

Last Solidarity Saturday + bonus workout

Our last free community workout will be this Saturday, October 27, at 10 a.m. at Forest Hills Park. Come enjoy the October warmth while it lasts!

Afterwards, we have a special bonus free workout: help us move our equipment from our house to the new gym!

New Space, New Schedule

Just in case you didn’t know…we’re moving! As of November 1, we will be conveniently located in the heart of Charlottesville at 770 Harris Street, Suite 102. This 2,700+ square foot space has everything you need to get the most out of your training – a 24’ pull up rig, plyometric boxes, wall balls, slam balls, dumbbells, barbells and bumpers, kettlebells, and more!

In addition to more space and more equipment, we will also be expanding our class times. We will now be open Monday through Sunday. For detailed class hours, check our online schedule.

Membership Options and Early Bird Discount

We offer a variety of training programs at Solidarity CrossFit, depending on your goals. If you are interested in training with us, please set up a free, one-on-one appointment for us to meet with you, learn more about your goals, and tell you more about our training programs. We are offering a 10% early bird discount on the membership package of your choice if you join before November 22nd!

Our first CrossFit Prep Course – a 6-class, two week program to prepare individuals for regular CrossFit classes – begins November 5. Space is limited, so sign up soon! (experienced CrossFitter? We have a free test out option.)

Help Us Grow

Have a friend that’s interested in CrossFit? Send them our way! If they sign up for a 6-month contract, you get $30 towards your membership, and if they sign up for 12 months, you get $60.

Upcoming Events

            Thursday, November 1 – Expanded schedule, fully in the new gym!
            Saturday, November 17 – Welcome potluck! (details TBD)
            Saturday, December 1 – Mindfulness seminar with Guy Towne, MSW, LCSW
(learn tips and tricks for staying sane during the holidays)

 

Thursday 2012.10.25

Strength:

Back Squat, 3×5
Deadlift, 1×5

Conditioning:

Tabata Air Squats – 8 rounds, for total reps:

  • 20 seconds max reps squats
  • 10 seconds rest

-rest 1 minute-

Run 1 mile for time

Total score is time (in seconds) minus total number of squats.

Close: 5-10 minutes foam rolling with focus on legs