Learned alot about how awesome our community here at OCC is this weekend. Thank you so much to everyone that came up to support Aly, Kos, and I. Congrats to Aly who is a cyborg and kicked butt, qualifying for the CrossFit Regionals by placing 13th overall amongst some very solid women competiorts. Kos placed 73rd which is incredible considering he just started this thing. I came in a disappointing 33rd falling short of my top 20 goal.
I took away alot from this weekend. For me the difference was not in my conditioning which was better than ever, but rather my recovery and preparation during the days of the event. I was plagued by severe muscle cramps starting in the middle of Saturdays hspu and clean workout and they became most acute for the finale today having to walk for the final 500 of the 800m run. Frustrating because I have that feeling that I sabotaged in two days what I spent the last 10 months training for. I will spend these next couple of days reflecting on what I did wrong, what I did right and formulate a game plan for next months Invitational.
For those of you who are doing the NLP Invitational coming up here on April 10th I cannot stress to you enough the importance of your preparation and fueling strategies the night before, day of, and post WOD. You are only as fit as the day of your event. We will delve deeper into this in the coming weeks and I will share the insight which I gained from this weekends events.
Finally I want to congratulate all of the top 20 guys and gals who qualified. CrossFit LA for putting on an awesome event and finally to Pinks, Schinn, Thayer, Jill, Brian, Joshie, Bigs, Diana, Lauren, Chip, Paula, Rick, Mike B., Andre, Diana, Nikki, Punky, Mackenzie for making up our amazing pit crew. We had the most vocal and united CF box in attendance.
Schedule for Invitaional athletes this week.
Monday single
Tues double
Wed single
thurs off
friday double
saturday single
Sunday off
WOD
AMRAP in 3 minutes of:
5 deadlifts(225#/155) and 5 pullups.
3 minute rest bw rounds. Repeat for total of 5 rounds.
(notes: score is total reps/rounds completed.)
This weekend was amazing! I loved being a part of the best gym in OC. My voice was a small price to pay for the motivation and inspiration that Justin, Mike and Alygirl gave me. I saw them fighting their own limitations, but as soon as they caught our eyes or heard us yelling, complete determination took over and they continued.
Justin, you are right about preparation. As we watched you Saturday, we knew something physical was getting in your way. I’m interested to hear what you took away from this event, but HAVE NO DOUBTS in one category: I know for a fact that we are all so proud of you and your performance!
Mike, way to kick it in! You were great and not to mention upbeat the whole time. You really showed me what you’re made of. Aly, congratulations! You never quit and never back down. You were incredible.
JMF, Aly, Kos-
It was awesome to watch you all perform this weekend! True inspiration, represented the OCC brand with honor, and you all left it out the field!
I just wanted to say “thank you” to everyone from OCC! The support and the family is amazing! What has been built is one of kind with over 30 people coming out to support OCC over the weekend!! I feel priviledged to be a part of OCC and love every minute of it!! Justin, you are one of kind when it come to self-discipline, coaching, leadership, and continually building a community that is amazing! Thanks for everything you do! Ladies- Justin just bought 5 more ladies bar for the gym so we can “go heavy” and get ready for the next comp!!! see you all thursday pm! I will be back with my “coach smile” on!!! xo alygirl
Justin, Aly & Mike…congratulations to all 3 of you for stepping up and competing. It was awesome to see you out there never quitting. Way to respresent our box! Great job to you all!!!
95 Calories in 3 minutes of rowing!! ROADHOUSE!!!!!!
You guys were definitely vocal and noticeable! Just a word of congratulations from one of your cousins down the 405 at CF360 – you guys showed a ton of heart, preparation and determination. Aly’s grit made me a believer! Excellent work!
John “Moose” Mustafa
I am so very proud of all of you! You guys are still family to me and to share all that with you was an honor. We have all been through a lot together this last year and it was so great to share this moment together. I will be at the invitational to cheer you on!!! WOOT WOOT!
Your crew was great! I was a spectator at this event but wanted to check your website out after seeing everyone compete. Is Aly single?… I’m just saying. Great job OCC, you have a great team
Sic row man! Great work OCC!
“Out greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.”
I cant wait to see the new game plan you are creating, only 5 days until I am back for break. OCC is going to dominate the NLI!
That’s a pretty sweet quote.