Peter is drinking the CrossFit Kool-Aid

From the Members:

“As a new member of seven weeks I can say hands down this is the best holistic conditioning experiences I have ever attended. I believe this comes from the staff and their ability to create a positive atmosphere filled with excitement. The mix of education, basic training and sound principles are like no gym or personal training I have experienced.

The way Patrick and his staff put together workouts and training sections is exciting, diverse and interesting. It is clear this studio puts allot of thought and planning into it’s programs. I am very fortuity to have found such a dedicated group of professional providing an experience second to none!!”

Your humble student,
Peter, Age 54

Peter and Kara doing a partnered 50lb sandbag carry during a recent team WOD

WORKOUT Of the DAY:

EXP Skill/Strength:

Front Squat 5 x 5 (off the rack)

EXP Workout:

WOD: [Death Sprints]

On starting line sprint to the 75′ line then back as many times as possible in 12min following the timing pattern below. Quickly stop forward progress during each recovery.

Sprint 10 seconds: Recover 10 seconds
Sprint 20 seconds: Recover 20 seconds
Sprint 30 seconds: Recover 30 seconds
Sprint 40 seconds: Recover 40 seconds
Sprint 50 seconds: Recover 50 seconds
Sprint 60 seconds: Recover 60 seconds
Sprint 50 seconds: Recover 50 seconds
Sprint 40 seconds: Recover 40 seconds
Sprint 30 seconds: Recover 30 seconds
Sprint 20 seconds: Recover 20 seconds
Sprint 10 seconds: Recover 10 seconds

Buy-out: 100 V-ups for time.
(On v-ups shoulders, head and hands touch down at the bottom of each rep. At the top of each rep fingers touch toes with legs straight).

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Congrats Matt, Chris and Dave

Reading through my Facebook feed it was great to see so many EXP members getting outside this weekend for some adventure races, trail runs and road races. The best part was to see a number of members who met at the studio and who are now training together OUTSIDE the studio. I’ve always said if you want to be fit then find a group of fit people and start hanging out with them. That’s just one of the things that makes EXP so much more than just an (INCREDIBLE) place to workout. It is also an amazing community of people who are all focused on becoming healthier, stronger and better in all areas of life. How much better could it get if you are someone who wants to get healthier and fitter. Just surround yourself with great coaches who care and fantastic members who are there to support your every step and cheer you on as you celebrate your successes. Man, I wish everyone could experience CrossFit for themselves. Now if only we could share that message with the other 50,000 people in Leominster and Fitchburg who are struggling with their weight and can’t seem to figure out how to live a healthy and fit lifestyle. If you’re an EXP member then spread the word and let people know about what you do, where you train and how CrossFit has changed your life. If you’re one of those people still searching for a weight/health/fitness solution that WORKS then just stop by and train with us at EXP and you’ll be amazed at where it can take you.

8 months ago Matt G. suffered from chronic back pain and was about 40lbs heavier. Here he is this weekend doing a 5mile adventure race looking all jacked up, way to go Matt!'s race

EXP News & Updates:

NEW! Tough Mudder: Join team CrossFit EXP for the Tough Mudder on July 14th. Read more and register…

Regionals is coming up fast! CrossFit Games North East Regionals – May 25-27, 2012 at the Reebok Headquarters in Canton, MA. Come cheer on Tiffany and Jessa as they compete against the top 60 female athletes in the North East. More Details…

Dave and Chris after a sub 5 hour Tough Mudder this weekend. Nice work guys!

WORKOUT Of the DAY:

EXP Skill/Strength:

Hang Power Clean
3 reps OTMEM x 10min
Before starting 10mins take a few sets to build-up to a heavy 3 HPC’s.

EXP Workout:

WOD: [Helen]

400m Run
21 KB Swings (53/35lbs)
12 Pull-ups
3 Rounds for time.

12min CAP

Buy-out: Partnered Weighted Hip Bridge
Alternating with a partner complete 5 sets of 15 unbroken reps. Build-up each set to determine max weight you can use while staying unbroken.

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Giants or Patriots?

WORKOUT Of the DAY:

EXP Skill/Strength:

Push-Press 5 x 3RM

EXP Workout:

WOD: [Spicey]

5 Push-Press
10 Front Squats
15 Deadlift

3 rounds for time.

Level 1: 135/95lbs
Level 2: 115/80lbs
Level 3: 95/65lbs

Buy-Out: Partnered sprints 10 x 30:30

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