http://www.sicfit.com/rss/recent-topics http://c0179261.cdn.cloudfiles.rackspacecloud.com/599412_EqdBOM2x0xTcDLrZNPCl_m.jpg http://www.sicfit.com/rss/recent-topics en-us Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:35:42 GMT Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:35:42 GMT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/2208-Womens-Apparel What will CrossFit women wear? With the Strength and Beauty / Strong is The New Skinny movement growing, more and more major sports apparel companies are investing in what they believe that image will look like - the women of CrossFit. 

So with new companies like Nike, (See: My Butt is Big Ad Campaign), Under Armour, Adidas, Reebok, and lululemon competing for the same space, who will win? Will CrossFitter's stick with the lemons or follow actual apparel sponsorships? What will CrossFit women wear? 

 ]]> Sun, 24 Oct 2010 10:45:25 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/2208-Womens-Apparel http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10340-Who-is-winning-this-battle-so-far-Reebok-or-New-Balance
Reebok took the Hollywood approach to market strategy, implementation, and advertising. New Balance made a Vibram collaboration and marketed it to CrossFitter's. Both companies claim that their shoes are for us but the approach was different altogether different. Reebok used our athletes for a commercial that CrossFit wasn't the target for. New Balance went all-out CrossFit in their cheaper, simpler, and less risky approach to niche-market advertising. Which company won? Which company will win? Who is wearing what in your gym? 


See: Shoes vs. Feet by SICFIT's Kiki Dickson]]> Sat, 14 May 2011 13:32:40 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10340-Who-is-winning-this-battle-so-far-Reebok-or-New-Balance http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11420-The-Buzz-August-29th-2011 3 pos Snatch practice with Pat Barber.

Irene
The Sam Briggs hurricane WOD.

Skate Minimal?
DC is the latest shoe company to try and dip into the minimalist running culture.

Isabel
Austin Malleolo give you a look into Reebok CrossFit One.

Power
Axle Clean and Jerk ladder with Rob O.]]> Mon, 29 Aug 2011 08:37:57 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11420-The-Buzz-August-29th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11389-The-Buzz-August-26th-2011 Olympic lifting is all about explosive power. Here is a prime example.

King Kong
Pat Barber just posted this video, filmed a few months ago, of him hitting King Kong "just for fun." He also added this Pre-Games video of him practicing his Jerk.

Redemption
Listen to Deborah Cordner's experience.

QOTD
Wise words from Lance Cantu.]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 23:50:05 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11389-The-Buzz-August-26th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11370-The-Buzz-August-24th-2011 Fear
This is an excellent blog post on such and important topic.

Update
In case you missed it, Rob Orlando will be a monthly contributor to Muscle and Fitness Magazine.

Need an Coach
Here is your chance to learn from two of the best Olympic Lifting Athletes on the planet. Chad Vaughn and Kendrick Farris have started an online coaching service.

Fired Up
The footage documenting the Day 2 battle of Brick CrossFit is awesome.]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:52:31 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11370-The-Buzz-August-24th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11360-The-Buzz-August-22th-2011 Can you pass the CrossFit Santa Cruz man test?

Story
Mikko Salo talks about the first WOD of the CrossFit Games.

Talk To me
If you don't know about John Welbourn, Owner of CrossFit Football, take a look at his blog.

World Stage
The Fittest people on Earth visit Reebok.

Next
Life AsRx introduces the next generation of CrossFit.]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:51:05 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11360-The-Buzz-August-22th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11339-The-Buzz-August-20th-2011 Pat Burke shares his Games journey.

Moments
Many take for granted the moments before something special happens. Take a look at this collection of moments "before."

C and J
Who says lifting sessions can't be fun. Check out Lance Cantu and Jeremy Thiel moving some weight.

Work
Heavy ass Grace with Mr. Rob Orlando. Don't eat anything before you watch this video.

Leadville
3 CrossFitters Are running the Leadville 100 Mile Race today. Hats Off.]]> Fri, 19 Aug 2011 21:46:43 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11339-The-Buzz-August-20th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11316-The-Buzz-August-18-2011 This is an awesome photo blog of Gretchen Kittelberger performing gymnastic movements.

Outside the Box
Aja Barto shares his thought on his journey through the 2011 CrossFit Games.

Fit Family
A great article on Jill Spealler.]]> Thu, 18 Aug 2011 01:56:47 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11316-The-Buzz-August-18-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11307-The-Buzz-August-17th-2011 A great blog post from Blair Morrison.

Malibu
It is cool to see CrossFit begin to surface in everyday streams and commercial spaces.

Unbroken
Samantha Briggs hit 326 unbroken double unders. That is 326 reps. Rediculous.

Mental
An excellent blog post on the mental aspect of The CrossFit Games.]]> Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:47:04 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11307-The-Buzz-August-17th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11280-The-Buzz-August-15-2011 This event was definitly pivatol. The CrossFit community definitely came out in force; over 1000 spectators and competitors took over a good portion of the Europa Expo. It was great to see some athletes begin to emerge as they begin thier journey to the 2012 CrossFit Games.

The tempo was different than a few weeks ago in Carson, California. The hangover from that event still lingers but it is exciting to see the clock reset so quickly. We are already on the road to the Games and the "field" is getting more and more competitive.

*Be sure to upload any footage you have from this weekends action to the link above.*

Share the road
More an more top athletes are begining to log their journey to be the fittest in the world. Shana Alverson has joined that group.

PR Platform
Spencer Hendel hits a 280lbs Snatch and a 320lbs Clean & Jerk.

Artwork
Some very creative, very raw CrossFit videos featuring Ronnie Teasdale 1 2 3.

Powerful
Lindsey Smith talks about her Games expierence.]]> Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:32:03 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11280-The-Buzz-August-15-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11274-The-Buzz-August-13th-2011 Kevin Daigle shares his thoughts on programming and approaching your goals.

Honor
JP Bolwahnn of CrossFit San Diego puts his Country before his dream.

Soft Toss
Spencer Hendel at 300 frames per second.
]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 22:12:34 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11274-The-Buzz-August-13th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11272-The-Buzz-August-12-2011 Becca Voigt and Katie Hogan learned that being a premier CrossFit athlete has it's advatanges.

Battle
Catch the latest page of the CrossFit Journal to learn about Becca Voigt's battle with vertigo during the Games.

Anthem
The Reebok Answer to "What is CrossFit."

Thought
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure." Quote of the Day via Carey Kepler.

GameChanger
The app for CrossFit Affiliates across the world has arrived. Take a look.

Kroon
Again Faster is killing it with thier latest video set.]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 02:40:15 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11272-The-Buzz-August-12-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11269-The-Buzz-August-11th-2011 The official post games wrap up.

One Man
Last night former Seal Team 5 memeber and HQ Trainer Chris Russell stared on the Discovery Channel's One Man Army.

UK Games
The Divided We Fall Games presented by Again Faster is right arount the corner. Check out the video.

Thought
Quote of the day from Games competitor Jeremy Kinnick.

Logs
Can you do this?

Big Sky
The affiliate gathering will be the biggest affiliate gathering since the Games.

Begin Again
Sam Briggs had an impressive performance in Carson. She has begun training again for next year.  Follow her journey.
]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:48:13 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11269-The-Buzz-August-11th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11262-The-Buzz-August-10th-2011 Probably the craziest WOD ever created.

Tax Time
The fittest woman in the world is now officially a pro athlete in her home country.

Get It
Qoute of the Day.

Street Race
CrossFit WODs are so easily converted to marketable commercials that still fire you up.

Perspective
Competitor magazine takes an inside look into our sport.

ReEvolve
The mind will always falter before your body-CrossFit.

Back To Business
Azadeh Boroumand is deep in to preperation for the 2011 Summer Crush Games.

Masterpiece
Again faster recently released two powerful videos- "Confidence" and "Deep Breath." Simply Awesome.

]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 09:53:17 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11262-The-Buzz-August-10th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11250-The-Buzz-August-9th-2011 It is always interesting to take a look at the Hybrid Strongman WODs 1 • 2.

Sakamoto
The Spirit of the Games Winner, Annie Sakamoto, reflects on her performance.

AMSAP
Flash Mob shirt distribution with Life AsRx.

]]> Tue, 09 Aug 2011 11:15:07 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11250-The-Buzz-August-9th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11234-The-Buzz-August-8th-2011 Blair Morrison WOD videos are just plain amazing.

Compete
Katie Hogan is ready to go again.

Viral
The Fittest Woman in the World has joined twitter.

Captured
A pretty cool look at the behind the scenes action from the CrossFit Games.

Victory
It is a beautiful thing to watch someone overcome an abstacle.

But it Hurts
Coach B discusses grip.]]> Mon, 08 Aug 2011 01:48:49 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11234-The-Buzz-August-8th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11217-The-Buzz-August-5th-2011 Were you wondering where the footage from the Georges St. Pierre shoot at CrossFit LA went? Here you go.

Pay Attention
Keep an eye on Kate Rawlings. Here last few posts lead me to think she is going to come roaring back in 2012.

Nasty Girl
This woman stole the show. Words cannot capture or convey her performance.

Word
Simple wisdom from Chase Ingraham.

Not Over
The Games is not all that 2011 has to offer. The upcoming Summer Crush Games are sure to provide more fireworks. Jason Ingham is ready.

Uncommon Greatness
Moments like this were commonplace during the Games.]]> Fri, 05 Aug 2011 14:37:21 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11217-The-Buzz-August-5th-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11193-The-Buzz-August-2nd-2011 Icelandic President Congratulates the World's Fittest Woman.

Amazed
This almost seems fictional. Kendrick is silly strong!

Recap
Be sure to check out just some of the photos that capture just a taste of what took place in Carson.

Checks and Balance
Aja Barto definately impressed the crowd with his 265 pound snatch. He was immediately drug tested after completiting the workout.

Recovery
Did you ever wonder what it would feel like to go through three days of The CrossFit Games. This may be a little bit of insight.

Contemplative
As awesome as the event was, many wonder what would have been if the ocean would not have knocked out two elite athletes.]]> Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:13:30 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11193-The-Buzz-August-2nd-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11066-The-Buzz-July-22-2011 Michelle Kinney will run for St. Jude.

Refocused
Regional competitor Jason Ingham is on a mission.

The Underground
Are you a part of the movement?

Judges
There needs to be a system to check the athletes. This video gives a little insight into a difficult task.

Wake Up Call
Mikko Salo talks about his eye opening experience.]]> Fri, 22 Jul 2011 10:18:58 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11066-The-Buzz-July-22-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11053-The-Buzz-July-21-2011 Community is everything. A powerful video snapshot of a strong CrossFit community.

Cali Bound
Carey Kepler (1st-South Central) and her family cannot wait to head to California.

Anticipation
Is Jason Khalifa's training partner, Neal Maddox(25th-2010 Games), a sleeper for the podium?

1RM
Aja Barto hit a pretty heavy snatch yesterday. No big deal.

Jerseys
Have you grabbed your favorite games athlete's Rogue Jersey?

Life
A day in the life of Graham Holmberg and Rich Froning.]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 10:36:25 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11053-The-Buzz-July-21-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11050-The-Buzz-July-20-2011 Who sparks the fire in your Gym? - An excellent post by Jeremy Thiel.

Stronger Faster Healthier
Lindsey Valenzuela takes a moment to do an interview for SFH.

Having too much fun
Games Bound Jaime Gold(3rd-Central East) began CrossFit in February of this year.

Kinda Cool
Take a look at a swagtastic Regionals interview of Boomsauce-Daniel Tyminski, as he speaks about how CrossFit changed his like.

Gone in 60 Seconds
Life AsRx has a challenge for you. Hope you like protein.

Super Yacht
Amy Dracup found CrossFit while traveling the world.

Awesome Event
CrossFit and the UFC join forces to offer an excellent competition.
]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 07:43:59 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11050-The-Buzz-July-20-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11040-The-Buzz-July-19-2011 Pat Sherwood made an interesting comment about not focusing on strength and sticking to classic CrossFit- "focusing on physical preparedness." He recently PR'd on a heavy deadlift. Is your approach to training similar or different?

Power
Miranda Chivers Oldroyd (5th-Southwest Region) hits a solid lift.

Transformation
Jason Khalifa shares the story of a school teacher who's life has been changed by CrossFit.

Silence
Rich Froning has not been heavily discussed lately. However, his 2:36 King Kong indicates he will be in the conversation in a few weeks.

Good Pace
Nate Schrader- 50 Cleans @225 for time.

Better than Expected
Michelle Kinney will make noise in Carson, there is no doubt about that.

Cool & Collected
The question posed- is Pat Burke the most overlooked podium contender? Does his patient fast style cause people to not mark him as a serious threat?

Programming
Regional competitor, Lindsey Wehseler, shares her thoughts as to what the Games workouts will entail. What do you think we will see?

]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 06:36:33 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11040-The-Buzz-July-19-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11030-The-Buzz-July-18-2011 They said this could never be a sport.

Victories
Kendrick J. Farris and Chad Vaughn both took gold in their weight class and attempted new american records this weekend at the USAW Senior Nationals. Lindsey Valenzuela took home silver in her division.|Photos

Challenge
Can you beat CrossFit Games Competitor-Daniel Tyminski's WOD score?

Beach WOD
Emily and Nate Schrader go head to head on a partner carry.

Helen Meets Grace
Josh Everet and his wife took part in CrossFit Chula Vista's Barbells for Boobs fundraiser this weekend. The event raised over $3,500. The Everett posted a 9:36.

Rolling Stones
It is very interesting to see where the Hybrid Stone molds have ended up in the world.]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2011 05:20:17 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11030-The-Buzz-July-18-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11005-The-Buzz-July-15-2011 An excellent article on competitive teamwork.

Impact
The story of Deborah Cordner.

Test Run
Ronnie Teasdale is an innovator when it comes to life. Take a look at this video of him testing out a WOD idea. (WARNING: The video quality is poor but the content is golden).

Listen Up
Are you competing in the CrossFit Games? Ingrid needs a moment of your time.

Compete-CrossFit Sports Series
How fast will you run for a little cash? Brian Mckenzie has a little challenge for you.

Last
The CrossFit Games men's Flip Book is out.




]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 01:34:03 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/11005-The-Buzz-July-15-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10996-The-Buzz-July-14-2011 The CrossFit Games are right around the corner. Check out the latest update and learn why Pat Barber moved away from the US.

Fast Fran
Games Bound Brandon Phillips and Regionals competitor Talayna Fortunato (4th) fly through a benchmark WOD.

Picture Vault
The CrossFit Games Women's Flip Book.

Uniforms
Chase Ingraham weighs in on his opinion on Team and Individual uniform ideas.

Quality of Life
South Central Regional competitor, Landon Adams, defends his stance that CrossFit is the best way to train.

]]> Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:16:31 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10996-The-Buzz-July-14-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10980-The-Buzz-July-13-2011 Have you added your benchmark scores to the CrossFit Games site yet?

Faith
How big a role does faith play in Sport? CrossFit Games competitor Lisa Thiel weighs in.

Personal Record
How long will it be until we see a single snatch max part of a major CrossFit competition? Chase Ingraham will be prepared.

Collage
Take a look at the Flip Book of CrossFit Games team competitors.

Whatever it takes
Russell Berger would rock a pink singlet and ass-less chaps if it meant he could compete the Games uniform.
]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:47:58 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10980-The-Buzz-July-13-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10966-The-Buzz-July-11-2011 What other secrets are in store for the CrossFit crowd at the Games?

Two Easy?
Was last years event format to easy for Annie Thorisdottir.

Fitness Test
Can you keep up with Tommy Hackenbruck?

Summit
Brian Mckenzie discusses peaking in fitness.

Master Competitor
Check out this write up on Masters Athlete Kelly Guillory.

Powerful
An look back at the women that paved the way for todays strong women.

Step up
Kendrick J. Farris with a front squat PR.

Style
Many athletes make shirts in order for you to support their journey to the CrossFit Games. Elyse Umeda and Aja Barto are just a two examples of the creative tees coming out.


]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:03:11 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10966-The-Buzz-July-11-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10955-The-Buzz-July-9-2011 Rob Orlando attempts "DT" at 225 | Part 1&2

Afghan Games
The 2011 Afghan Games is underway today be sure to keep an eye on the coverage videos as they roll in later this weekend.

Journal Stories
Angie Pye was recently on CrossFit Radio Episode 179. Learn about her path to the CrossFit Games.

Euro Sweep
A very strong class of athletes are coming from the European Region. How possible is it that we may see a male and female European Champion?

Cycling Endurance
CrossFit Endurance announced the launch of the Endurance Cycling Seminar.]]> Sat, 09 Jul 2011 19:03:45 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10955-The-Buzz-July-9-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10938-The-Buzz-July-7-2011 CrossFit Games competitor Lindsey Smith reflect on her journey, thus far.

Listen Up
Lindsey Valenzuela has a clear message and narrowed focus.

Unbelievable
Jeff Mckinney hits 34 unbroken triple unders.

Predictions
Will there be swimming at the Games? At least two competitors think so.

Head2Head
Dan Bailey and Graham Holmberg went head to head today at Rogue. Is this a preview of the podium battle?

Clarity
Probably the best explanation of fitness yet.]]> Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:46:47 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10938-The-Buzz-July-7-2011 http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10927-The-Buzz-July-6-2011 Old & New

The women of the 2011 CrossFit Games.



Functional

A 61 year old woman flips a 400lb tire.



Tuomas Vainio

Heavy power snatching made easy.





Coaching Points

Michelle Kinney receives coaching points from Chad Vaughn.



Compete

Captain America has a WOD challenge for you.]]> Wed, 06 Jul 2011 23:17:56 CDT http://www.sicfit.com/topic/10927-The-Buzz-July-6-2011