A. Overhead Squat 10-10-10
B. Three rounds for time of:
30 Kettlebell Swings 24/16kg
15 Burpees
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World Class Fitness in 100 words- In October 2002, Greg Glassman famously defined fitness in exactly 100 words—a definition that laid the cornerstone of CrossFit as we know it today. “World-Class Fitness in 100 Words.” laid out a clear, holistic blueprint embracing what to eat, how to train, and how to live actively and creatively. This foundational message, first published in The CrossFit Journal: simple, eloquent, and all-encompassing, it’s a prescription suited to both novices and advanced athletes alike. What It Teaches Us: This approach isn’t about perfection—it’s about embracing balance, mastering movement, maintaining intensity, and relentlessly cultivating adaptability. Final Words: A Call to Action Let this concise prescription serve as more than guidance—it’s your call to action. Whether you’re just starting your journey or already pushing your limits, remember: Every great journey begins with one thoughtful decision: to show up!!!Follow this prescription, apply it consistently, and watch your fitness—and life—flourish!
Virtuosity in CrossFit
Virtuosity in CrossFit: Mastering the Basics for Lifelong Fitness The term “virtuosity” refers to “performing the common uncommonly well” Greg Glassman. In CrossFit this principle emphasizes the importance of mastering fundamental movements with precision and consistency before advancing to more complex exercises. The ideal squat, push-up, and pull-up are benchmarks we should all strive for. Virtuous movement is unmistakable—it commands attention. The Essence of VirtuosityAt its core, virtuosity in CrossFit is about executing basic movements—such as squats, push-ups, and deadlifts—with impeccable form and control. It’s not about performing flashy or advanced techniques; it’s about doing the everyday movements exceptionally well. This approach leads to greater efficiency, reduced risk of injury, and a solid foundation for tackling more challenging workouts. The Interconnectedness of Movements“Everything is everything” – At first glance, it might seem that perfecting a push-up has little to do with executing a snatch. However, CrossFit teaches that all movements are interconnected. Mastering the push-up, with its emphasis on core stability, shoulder alignment, and body control, lays the groundwork for more complex movements like the snatch. The discipline and attention to detail required in a push-up translate to improved technique and efficiency in advanced lifts. A common pitfall for many athletes is the “novice’s curse”—the tendency to rush past foundational skills in favour of more advanced, impressive movements (e.g. kipping pull-ups before strict pull-ups). While complex exercises like muscle-ups or handstand walks can be exciting, neglecting the basics can lead to poor mechanics and increased injury risk. By focusing on virtuosity, athletes ensure that their foundational movements are robust, making advanced techniques more accessible and sustainable. The Path to MasteryAchieving virtuosity involves a progression and discipline: This progression ensures that athletes build strength and skill safely, leading to long-term success in CrossFit. (Check out article 2 Mechanics – Consistency – Intensity) Virtuosity Beyond the GymThe principles of virtuosity extend beyond CrossFit. Whether it’s playing a musical instrument, cooking, or any other skill, performing common tasks with exceptional skill leads to mastery and satisfaction. Constantly seek virtuosity in the fundamental movements, knowing that excellence in the basics leads to success in all aspects of fitness. So here’s your call to action:Fall in love with the fundamentals. Let mastery begin where most people don’t pay attention—sink into your squats, drive your push-ups, and pull with control. When you commit to this, every action becomes an opportunity for excellence.
Mechanics → Consistency → Intensity
Article 2:Your Choices Make the Athlete: Mechanics → Consistency → Intensity In CrossFit, athletes are shaped not by shortcuts, but by deliberate progression—beginning with mechanics, advancing through consistency, and culminating in intensity. This sequence establishes a foundation for safe, sustainable, and high-performing fitness. Mechanics — Build the Foundation Why it matters:Mechanics refers to movement efficiency and safety—moving correctly, not just moving. Proper technique makes movements easier, safer, and more sustainable. It sets the stage for long-term progress and protects against injury. How to train mechanics effectively: Consistency — Repeat with Discipline What consistency means:Consistency is the ability to perform movements correctly, repeatedly—both within a workout and across sessions. It’s about ingraining muscle memory and ensuring reliable form under varying conditions. Why it matters:Regular repetition of sound mechanics builds resilience and adaptability. It prepares the body to maintain form under stress or fatigue—making progression possible. Intensity — Apply Power Wisely What intensity is:Intensity elevates training through increased speed, load, or complexity—doing more work in less time. It’s the spark that drives adaptation and fitness gains. Why timing matters:Applying intensity too soon leads to breakdowns in form and raises injury risk. Instead, patience ensures gains are built on mastery and consistency. The Real-World Test: Fran Fran—21-15-9 thrusters and pull-ups for time—is a benchmark CrossFit workout that epitomizes this progression. The other athlete, whose knees cave or form collapses under fatigue, struggles and suffers the consequences. Which athlete are you? If you find yourself in the latter category, now is the moment to reset your priorities—focus first on mechanics, then on consistency, and only then let intensity follow. What may feel like a step backward could actually be the springboard that propels you forward. Final Thought The progression—Mechanics → Consistency → Intensity—is more than a guideline; it’s the foundation of sustainable progress in CrossFit. By choosing discipline over shortcuts, you build not just a fitter body, but a better, longer-lasting athlete.Your daily choices define your journey. Happy training!!!
After over 16 years in the CrossFit community, we’ve found that returning to the fundamentals is often the most effective way to reignite inspiration and realign our focus. In this series, we’ll delve into the foundational principles that have sustained our journey and continue to drive our progress. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just beginning, revisiting these core concepts can provide clarity and motivation. Join us as we explore the essence of CrossFit and uncover how these timeless principles can enhance your fitness journey. Enjoy the journey ahead… Series 1: CrossFit’s Theoretical Hierarchy of Athletic Development When progress stalls in the gym the instinct is often to complicate the approach. However, CrossFit offers a straightforward blueprint that returns to the fundamentals. By focusing on the foundational elements, athletes can unlock new levels of performance. This hierarchy serves as a practical guide, emphasizing the importance of mastering each layer to build a robust and sustainable fitness journey. CrossFit Hierarchy of Development CrossFit’s model frames fitness development as a five-tiered pyramid, progressing from foundational essentials to athletic application. Recognizing the importance of what lies beneath and identifying your own weaknesses enables you to make meaningful improvements and advance in your athletic journey. Progress in one layer fuels improvement in the layers above it. Let’s explore the pyramid: 1. Nutrition – The Foundation The phrase “the foundation of all fitness” aligns with CrossFit’s emphasis that nutrition underpins every other component of athletic development.Nutrition underpins every other layer: it fuels your workouts, aids recovery, and supports muscle, bone, and nerve health.Think of nutrition as the soil in which a garden grows. If the soil (nutrition) is poor, no matter how well you water (train), your plants (performance) won’t flourish. 2. Metabolic Conditioning – The Engine Enhances cardiovascular and respiratory efficiency, forming the “engine” that powers sustained effort. Fatigue will limit strength and skill gains without this foundation Without cardiovascular and respiratory endurance, you’ll tire out before you can effectively build strength or skill. 3. Gymnastics – Body Control Gymnastics develops essential physical skills such as spatial awareness, coordination, flexibility, balance, and body control. Mastery of one’s own body is crucial before progressing to the control of external objects. This foundational level encompasses strict movements such as pull-ups, push-ups, L-sits, and muscle-ups, which establish a base of strength and control. As proficiency in these movements increases, athletes advance to dynamic movements, including kipping variations, which further enhance coordination and body control. 4. Weightlifting & Throwing – Object Mastery This level emphasizes the ability to move external loads—such as barbells, kettlebells, or medicine balls—through powerful, functional movements. Building upon the foundations of metabolic conditioning and gymnastics, it teaches athletes to transfer force efficiently from the core to the extremities, enhancing strength and motor control. Mastery of this stage enables individuals to handle external objects with precision and power, laying the groundwork for athletic performance in various sports. 5. Sport – Putting It All Together Engaging in sport allows us to apply the foundational elements of fitness—nutrition, conditioning, gymnastics, and weightlifting—to real-world scenarios. Whether trained specifically for the sport or not, it provides the opportunity to test our abilities, adapt, and grow. Mastery of these foundational components instills the confidence and capability to perform, demonstrating the effectiveness of our training and preparation. With a solid base, there are no limits to what can be achieved in sport. Final Takeaway: The CrossFit Hierarchy of Athletic Development serves as a structured blueprint for building fitness. By consistently strengthening each foundational layer—from nutrition to sport—you pave the way for continuous improvement. Embrace this approach, and you’ll uncover the full potential of your athletic journey. I recommend you assess where you sit for each of the layers. Working from the base up will provide greatest rewards. Identify your weaknesses and take sustainable steps in the right direction. Remember we are here to help on step at a time…
WINTER ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE Fight off the WINTER blues and stay on track through the colder months! Staying consistent now sets you up to feel strong, lean, and energised as we head into the warmer months. Training through winter builds not just physical fitness, but mental toughness – and your summer self will thank you for it! CHALLENGE DATES: 11 July – 31 August 3 sessions per week = You’re in the game! 5 sessions per week = 100% Attendance & bragging rights! We’ll be tracking weekly (be sure to book in via Mindbody), keeping it fun and motivating – and yes, there’ll be some awesome prizes up for grabs along the way Let’s lift the energy and keep the fire burning this winter. Who’s in?! Grab a motivation buddy and let’s keep each other moving forward — together we rise!
Desire Competition Wrap Up
This past Sunday we had 3 teams represent Coastal CrossFit in the CrossFit Desire’s Team competition at Earnshaw (north Brisbane). Beginner team (mixed BOOTCAMP and CrossFit)- Helen, Chelsea, Sirkka, Mat S, Jason M & Jacko. Intermediate Teams: 1) Drew, Zac, Sam, Tess, Rach & Renee, Team 2) Rudy, Tony D, Jason C, Nat, Chantal & Marie. For many this was their first experience of CrossFit competition (Rach, Sirkka, Chelsea, Jason M, Tony D, Sam & Jacko) with many of us walking away with new personal bests and taking on challenges we didn’t think could be achieved. We could not have been prouder of the efforts of everyone involved. Throughout the day all teams completed 3 WODs. WOD 1: For time complete: 3000m row (each team member completing 500m) 20 Snatch (Beg 20kg/40kg) (35kg/50kg) 10 x 10m Farmers carry (70kg beg) (110kg Inter/Adv) Team member move on as each station is completed. *15 min cut off. This WOD saw Jack complete his first 40kg overhead & Chelsea completing the 10 farmers carries when she didn’t think she complete one, Jason M completing all 40kg snatches despite never doing any Olympic lifts previously and Chantal completing 6 x farmers carries at 110kg (a weight that many men struggled with). WOD 2: PART A: As many reps as possible of: 5mins, Pull-ups (Chest to bar Inter) 4mins, Handstand push-ups (Abmat) 3mins, Overhead lunge (Beg 35kg/Inter 50kg) *Share work any how PART B: As many reps as possible of: 5mins, Deadlift (Beg. 90kg/60kg) (Inter 120kg/80kg) 4mins, Box jump overs 3 mins, 20m shuttle run (Inter. With Med ball) *Share work any how Awesome work: Rach completing 80kg deadlifts, Jacko completing 3x90kg deadlifts. At the end of this WOD our intermediate teams were placed 5th (Drew’s team) and 6th (Rudy’s team). WOD 3: 8 mins to complete 1RM Clean 3 mins max burpee lateral bar jump (Beg.)/ Toes to bar (Inter.) *Each member finds their 1RM Clean. Once weight has been added to you cannot reduce the weight on the bar. Minimum increment 5kg. It was great to walk away from this WOD with so many individuals achieving PB Cleans: Zac 120kg, Rach 55kg, Sam 100kg, Tony D 95kg, Sirkka 50kg, Jason C 90kg, Rudy 95kg, Nat 65kg, Marie 65kg, Jack 45kg. I am sure there were even more PBs but didn’t get them all down. This final WOD saw Rudy’s team slip into 5th position overall and Drew’s team into 7th overall. FINAL: Unfortunately the final workout didn’t go according to plan. It was to be: For time complete: 2 x length of football field, Overhead weighted walk (Beg. 35kg/50kg) (Inter. 40kg/60kg) 20 Thrusters (each member) 20 Push-ups/Ring Dips (each member) After a chaotic start the final was cancelled following the OH walk, and it was decided places held going into the final would be awarded. As a result the overall placing for our teams were 5th, 7th (Intermediate/Advanced) & 20th (Beginner). It was wonderful having a big crew for support and encouragement. A huge thank you to both competitors and supporters (Karen, Tanya C, Max, Kirsty, Huddo, Leanne, Jim, Dakota, Jasmine). A special mention and thank you to Steve K who organised one of the teams, but had to pull out of the competition due to injury. His support and coaching throughout the day helped the teams and individuals perform to the best of their abilities. We are sure everyone challenged themselves and had an awesome day. Who couldn’t with such great company!! Keep that fire in your belly’s as the Battle of Barbell is only a few weeks away.