Improvising, Adapting and Overcoming

Major Thompson,
I had a great time at the Milwaukee Certification. You and the other trainers were great and I loved every minute of it.
Matt

Drew,

Great article. It is the ethos you exude at every workout and event whether you are participating or coaching. It is truely inspiring to see these athletes regain confidence and sense purpose that CrossFit has brought to them through all the coaches that participated. In the giving, so much more has been returned.

We will miss your mentoring at Quantico CrossFit as you move on to new horizons. Fair winds and following seas.

Semper Fi, Hang Tough & God Bless,

Rod M.

Drew,
You were at my cert in January At GSX, I cannot thank you enough for the knowledge spread, It was an honor and a pleasure meeting you! Im sure our paths will cross once again in this great community. Hope all is well with you and your Family. Im leaving Ramstein Germany, Im headed to Osan Korea! if your ever in my neck of the woods or need anything from my side dont hesitate to ask!
V/R
Vic,
Crossfit Ramstein
Germnay
"grabbing life one WOD at a time and sometimes two"

Major Thompson
You evoked a strong emotional response in me through this article. Crossfit has become a way of life for me; something akin to a philosophy for dealing with what the world wants to throw at us. I found it deeply moving to see this applied to the fantastic Americans who have given so much for all of us. Your recommendations for coaching and programming for a group of crossfiters who are redefining their own paths towards "functionality" were greatly appreciated. I want to thank Crossfit, the coaches who participated, and yourself for taking the time to help the warriors that have paid a steep price in upholding their oath to defend the constitution of the United States
hang tough
Dave Wallis (Anzac-6)

This article really hits home to me for another population, with somewhat similar (not usually as catastrophic) difficulties - the elderly. Most Boomers and their parents may have had some physical activity as children, but it's been a long time. They don't know *how* to make a movement happen, even if they can visualize it. The individual assessment, working in small groups, willingness to step back and regroup, and progress in little things matter here, too. Something as simple as hopscotch, progressing to a laid-back dot drill, is huge for their belief in their own mobility. Results drive the belief in the possibility of regaining function, vice losing more of it.

Great article. Much appreciated.

Andrew, I hope I get to shake your hand one day. Awesome stuff. Paul

Drew,
Thank you for all that you have done for the community. This is just another chapter in the lasting impact you have on everyone you touch.

SF
Gordo

Major Thompson,

Just came across this article now, and it reminded me that this thing we do is for life and not just prepping for combat. As a nomadic Marine CrossFitter, your name comes up EVERYWHERE I go for a workout. I still remember when I had first emailed you about coming out to CFQ while I was injured at TBS and how you called me on the phone instead of replying by email. I was shocked to be on the phone with a Major, let alone one who was calling me dude!

Without your example to follow, I never would've been able to put together the 2 day CrossFit familiarization seminar for the 53 Lieutenants of the Infantry Officers Course 2-10. Without your success with CFQ to point to as a model, Ramer Hall Combat Conditioning Facility at TBS would still be cluttered with Hammerstrength machines. Now there's functional movement space, a 12'x6' pullup apparatus, bumper plates and high quality bars, plenty of dynamax med balls and even a brand spankin new Reverse Hyper Swing!!!

Keep up the great work spreading the gospel in the Corps and I will try to uphold your example. It's an honor to have spent some time Wodding under your keen eye.

V/R,
Gabe Sganga