The last bit of out equipment packages are landing Tuesday and Wednesday.  I’m going to spend the day texting Alison, store “Is it here yet?” or “What did we get”.  Opening all the boxes is almost the best part.  Like Christine, or The Step-Brothers say, “So many activities!” [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27R79_Mi5Hk&w=560&h=315] Workout of the Day Strength Squat Snatch Build to a heavy single, focus on receiving in the “catch”, or overhead squat position.  Take your time warming up, and get those hips and shoulders ready. Metcon “Amanda” 9-7-5 rep rounds of: Muscle Up Squat Snatch 135/95 Even if you don’t have a MU, use the rings to work the transition. 1 for 1 subs.Read more

It’s been awhile since I’ve moved some serious weight. In fact, visit web Alison was complaining that it’s been a long time since she’s moved some weight. I concur.  We have plenty of weight, so let’s put it to use with some deadllifts, the mother of all weight movers. The weight on this WOD is heavy, advanced stuff.  So, if you’re doing this at home, please scale appropriately. I’ll likely be by the gym after 5:30.  Keep an eye on Facebook to see when someone is at the gym.  Hit up Alison to schedule a time to do your sign up paperwork. Remember, our pre-registration rates go until Dec. 3. Workout of the Day Strength Deadlift 5 sets of 3, from a deficit (standing on plates).  Going to work with 75% of 1RM. Metcon AMRAP 10 5 Deadlift 315/205 3 Wall ClimbsRead more

CrossFit Oakdale has hosted a couple of “first WODs” but Saturday felt pretty official.  9am saw a good sized crew, capsule a warm up, mobility, some learning, and a lung busting AMRAP.  Just like CrossFit should be. Power came a little sooner than expected, so we can use the bathroom in the light!  We’re still working out where everything goes, and we’re going to keep working that stuff out.  As you come in to get signed in, if you see something that doesn’t look right, or have a suggestion, let us know.  We’re relying on you to make this a gym we can all be proud of. We have another big equipment push coming mid-week.  We’ll get some paint on the walls this week, and brighten up our spartan home sweet home.  Quick story: We bought 1 whiteboard, 4’x3′.  That seemed big enough, right?  Well, it ain’t.  CFO will have...Read more

CrossFit Oakdale will be open on Saturday, # 60mg from 8:30 to 10am.  We will be open for registration, waiver paperwork and other odds and ends.  But it won’t be all boring stuff.  We’ll also be running a WOD, and give you a chance to work off some of those holiday calories.  Depending on attendance and when people roll in, we may run a couple of heats.   We’ve been getting the gym ready, and we have power, but it’s still pretty spartan.  Please bring water and a towel if you want one.  We bought 100 towels, but we can’t seem to find ’em.  But I’m sure they’ll turn up;)  We have received about half of our shipment: we have wall balls, jump ropes, weights and a few kettle bells.  The rest of the shipment is supposed to land next week, and we’ll get barbells and more.  We’re pretty fired...Read more

Hannah W is 12 years old and arrived on the scene about 6 months ago. Her parents CrossFit as well as her younger sister Kate. Hannah is amazing. She competed in the 2011 Barbells for Boobs in October. She was the youngest competitor that day and finished 30 Clean & Jerks in  3:36 at 35#. Here is what she had to say: Hi, illness my name is Hannah Wessling.  I am twelve years old. I started doing CrossFit about six months ago. My coach’s? name is Alison Huberty. One of my favorite things to do is CrossFit. I love doing CrossFit because I like how there is no treadmill or elliptical. I like how there is a new work out or WOD everyday. I like the community because when you show up to CrossFit you get a nice greeting of ?”Hey Hannah! What?s up?!” Or “?We haven?t seen you in...Read more