Congratulations to Eastside CrossFitters Volker and Steven for accomplishing their Trans-Alp cycling tour! In seven days they rode 628 km, from Mittenwald, Germany, to Riva del Garda, Italy, climbing a total of 21,693 vertical meters, mostly off-road. These guys trained hard in the gym and put in many miles in the saddle while ramping up for their grand adventure. Their squat-strengthened bodies were good to go, and all went well, with the minor exception of a broken bike frame.
Welcome home!
Be safe, Chris, and may you find all the lift you can handle.
"Unlike barbells, which are made to be lifted, stones naturally defy man's best efforts to be lifted. They are not only heavy, but when they are also slick, round, and big, they force your body into the worst possible mechanics for lifting." - Steve Jeck
And a reminder that this Saturday, July 21, is Mt Rainier's Strongest Man and Woman II. Event details are posted on the gym whiteboard. We are all looking forward to fun times, and great people! The festivities will continue that evening at a BBQ at the home (in Buckley, about 15 mins from the strongman site) of the sweaty guy in the pics, immediately following the novice event. Address and directions available in the gym (or e-mail us).
The rest interval
Start standing, squat, lunge sideways, finish standing. Repeat opposite direction.
Partner assisted pullups.
"If you speak in self-limiting ways, your actions will be limited." - Arno Ilgner
