May 2008

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Balancing Act

By Andy Petranek

In CrossFit

May 01, 2008

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Define "running yourself into the ground." For everyone, the answer's a bit different, but I can say that my definition has changed significantly over the past ten years!

When I started as a trainer, I was an adventure racer with a seemingly limitless supply of energy. I could work all day, train all night, and then do it again the next day, seemingly no worse for the wear. After three or four… Continue Reading

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In MMA

May 01, 2008

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The final leg of the journey of studying Brazilian jiu-jitsu involves the tools it takes, mentally and physically, to succeed in the long run. Earning a purple, brown, or black belt in BJJ is a long-term commitment, one that can take years of consistent training and dedication to the art. As with any worthwhile goal, there will be obstacles along the path and opportunities you can take that will aid in… Continue Reading

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In Wrestling

May 01, 2008

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In the past couple months' articles we have gone over some of the basics of wrestling. We've looked at a small set of movements from the feet, but what happens when we get on the mat? This month we will talk about the bottom position for escapes and reversals as well as breakdowns from the top position.

When you and your opponent are set up with one in the bottom… Continue Reading

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In Kids, Videos

May 01, 2008

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If you've ever wondered how the incomparable Martin family and staff manage to train so many kids so effectively and with relatively little chaos, this video is for you. It follows Coach Mikki Martin as she and her assistants put a whole CF Kids class through their paces, from the beginning introduction, through warm-up, skill demos, workout circuit, and a follow-up game time, keeping their short little attention spans engaged… Continue Reading

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