Grizzly Bite Vaccine
Yesterday 12 people came in during the whole afternoon. I thought it was the heat, but today was so much hotter and yet more people came, I guess Karen was responsible for keeping you away. The temperature got up to 99.9 degrees by 5:30, the hottest hour, but I think that was still cooler than the great outdoors.
The met-con was something of a smoker, more so than I anticipated, but not too bad. The twisting lunges were an experiment. We don’t incorporate a whole lot of twisting movements into our workouts and this was one I’d seen elsewhere. They weren’t bad, but I doubt anyone will be especially sore because of them, and they did seem to decrease the intensity of the workout as a whole. Not bad, but I know of better options for twisting.
So I’ve got an idea, but I want to hear some feedback before I start. CF Seattle did a “Spring Leaning Challenge” a couple months ago that I thought was interesting. Participants took 3 pictures of themselves shirtless (guys) or with a sports bra (not guys) from the front, side, and back. They each put in $30. Then they had a class where they taught about the Zone/Paleo diet plans. After that, everyone kept a food journal which they emailed to the group every week. 7 weeks later the trainers selected their choices for the top 5 participants. Then everyone voted on who made the most improvements. The winner received the pot plus one free month of unlimited classes. The runner-up received one free month.
What do you think? Would you participate in this? Would you want to change something about it? Weigh in with your ever-valuable opinions.
Only 99.9
Rob on July 29th, 2009
I would be in but I think you should let guys wear sports bras if they’d like. Let’s not be sexist here.
Rob on July 29th, 2009
I know Karen is kind of scary but I think I prefer these workouts where some strategic resting is involved.
I set a start number then tried to go with a rhythm for the rest of it (5 breaths-10 wallballs). your technique does make a difference because a slip in catching the ball will dent your face or throw you off or both.
Afterwards, I was still breathing like a congested hippo but was very pleased with my time.
Rob on July 29th, 2009
By the way, I like the new old web look. One request: Could you add the recent comments section in the side panel with the latest 10-15 comments?
Brianne on July 30th, 2009
I think a challenge like that would be great. I’m in!
Alicia on July 30th, 2009
I think that sounds like a good idea. Then I would have some incentive to work on the diet – Already on day 4 without a coca-cola!
pat rocker on July 30th, 2009
I would be in for this challenge as well (are before pictures going on the web site?).
Lisa on July 30th, 2009
Ooh! Can I join? I bet I will lose the most weight! My pictures will show a dramatic change!
I already have a free membership though…
Kristin on July 30th, 2009
Sounds really great–I’d do it. Can the guys wear sports bras too?
Be back tomorrow guys–been sick this week.
Brianne on July 30th, 2009
I agree with Kristin the guys should wear sports bras. I like that plan.
David L on July 30th, 2009
Im in.. but only if I can wear the sports bra
Morgan on July 30th, 2009
Um, I think you’re all missing the point. However, I’ll try to have one available for you tomorrow Dave.
Rob- recent comments are now available.
We talked about the nutrition challenge at the staff meeting and Leon and Amy had some good input which I will follow up on in the next couple days. On a related note, if you’re ever interested in running a business I recommend that you hire people smarter than you and listen to them.
David L on July 30th, 2009
Haha, I think I may take tomorow off….
leon on July 31st, 2009
The training for my “before” picture has already begun. Oh, does it have to be a sports bra? I don’t have one that would match my flesh colored grape smugglers.
Morgan on July 31st, 2009
Flesh colored grape smugglers?
In fact, never mind I don’t want to know.
Rob on July 31st, 2009
I had no idea what grape smugglers are so I did what I always do. Googled it. Leon is definitely funny. I now have some new urban language to use when Jason decides to wear his speedos to the beach. no-homo.
Claire on August 1st, 2009
That would be fun and I always need more motivation!