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WOD Monday 10th March 2014

By |2014-03-09T20:35:09+00:00March 9th, 2014|WOD|

How bad would it be if someone programmed Kalsu? Oh. WOD 15 min AMRAP 100 thrusters@ 62.5/42.5kg EMOM 5 Burpees Those that wish to take a second shot at 14.2 may do so throughout the course of the day including WOD times. Be aware that judges may be scarce during WODs. Olympic lifting is on tomorrow night at 19.15 instead of the WOD.

WOD 06th March 2014

By |2014-03-06T13:30:47+00:00March 6th, 2014|WOD|

WOD 3 Individually timed rounds Row 500/450m 10x Power Cleans 70/35kg 10x Kettlebell STOH 20/16kg Important Notice: There will be no mobility session at 19.15 this evening and there will be no WOD running at this time. Tomorrow sees the release of CrossFit Games Open workout 14.2. During the evening WODs we will be running skills and drills in archway 2 while we run heats in archway 1. Please sign up to heats on the board and please be prepared to judge in the heat following your own. Only athletes potentially finishing in the European top 60 individuals will require to be judged by a registered judge. My prediction (see: fantasy) is that it will be 1RM deadlift - all over that.  

WOD 04th March 2014

By |2014-03-03T22:38:24+00:00March 3rd, 2014|WOD|

WOD "Nancy" 5RFT Run 400m 15x OHS @ 42.5/30kg The above WOD is what we affectionately refer to as a "sh*ter": It is extremely challenging but gives an opportunity to cover some tekkers and get some exposure to the most heinous of all squats - the overhead squat. I hope that you all managed to submit your scores on time for 14.1. The last weekend has reignited a sense of purpose and community amongst all of the athletes at CFG and I have been extremely proud to bear witness to some exceptional feats of camaraderie from virtually everyone. My most humble thanks once more to all the athletes who have helped us to judge, organise and clear up - it is very much appreciated. It's been a crazy busy few days: I've got a missed call from my mum, Helen, who reads this page regularly - I'll get back to you tomorrow when life is normal again. Tonight at 19.15 there will be an Olympic lifting class as usual hosted by Ray Cavanagh of the illustrious Team Cavanagh and Louise Mather - Commonwealth Games 2014 competitor. If you haven't attended these classes previously, you have missed out.

WOD Monday 04th March 2014

By |2014-03-02T22:29:22+00:00March 2nd, 2014|WOD|

What a weekend! My most heartfelt thanks go out to everyone who signed up for the team and came and poured their heart and lungs out for 14.1. We saw some spectacular feats of athleticism and both heartbreaking misses and roof-raising victories; but everyone gave it their best and we simply cannot ask for more. I cannot overstate just how much we appreciate the efforts of all the volunteer judges and helpers and the patience of all of those waiting for heats - managing the largest team in Europe (189 members) carries its own unique problems and I thank you all for your support over what was a very busy few days. The atmosphere over the weekend did not disappoint and a guest athlete from America came to tell me that it was the best box he had ever been to, and that our community was outstanding in its support for one another. Some insanely good scores have been attained by our best and brightest - these will show up on the leaderboard later today as they decide whether their "one and done" resolutions will be broken (again). Today's WOD is a sweaty one but pretty straightforward. We know there are a few who still need to complete 14.1 and we will do our best to accommodate you throughout the day. Outside of WOD hours is best but as a last resort we should be able to fit you in during the WODs. WOD Murph 4x Block Runs 100 Pull [...]

Reebok CrossFit Games 2014 Opens

By |2014-02-28T01:26:11+00:00February 28th, 2014|WOD|

Today heralds in another bright dawn in the history of CFG and of Scottish CrossFit: CrossFit Glasgow are 3 athletes shy of beating last year's winning total and look set to top the European roster table for a second year; while our friends at CrossFit East Kilbride are blazing their own trail into 3rd place. It's not over yet though so lets keep the heat on and make sure that no man or woman is left behind. Throughout the years that we have been involved in CrossFit there have been a great many things to be proud of; but the support of our community and the amazing people that built it with us has always been the thing that has made us great. On behalf of all of the staff at CFG I'd like to thank you all for your continued support and wish you the very best of luck with the Open this year. To all of the other Scottish and UK boxes we wish every success and look forward to building a legacy of community and sportsmanship over the coming years. WOD 14.1 Repeat of 11.1 AMRAP 10 30x DUs 15x Power Snatch @35/25kg Let's get it then

WOD Thurs 26th February “Open Eve”

By |2014-02-26T23:39:29+00:00February 26th, 2014|WOD|

On the Eve of the biggest event on the calendar for CrossFit Glasgow, we are poised to take the double and make CFG Europe's largest team for the second year in a row. We know that some of you aren't convinced yet, but I assure you that when the walls are shaking with the voices of two hundred fellow athletes; as the air crackles with the electrifying prospect of Scotland's first Regionals team and as your lungs heave in the quiet aftermath of your best effort, you will know that it was all worthwhile. You will be among the first to register next year as we emulate Rich Froning Jr himself on our shock and awe campaign for the "threepeat" and the memories of this great event will be burned into you forever. We cannot thank enough those who have already committed to the team and we urge those among you who are still sat on the fence to throw caution to the wind and dare to dream of something bigger. We are CFG and we are ready. WOD 1RM Clean and Jerk

WOD Wed 26th February 2014

By |2014-02-25T23:54:50+00:00February 25th, 2014|WOD|

"Fight Gone Bad" 3 Rounds of: 1 min max Wallball Throws 20/14lb 1 min maxPower Cleans 30/20kg 1 min max Box Jumps 20" 1 min max Push-press 30/20kg 1 min max Kcal Row Rest 1 Minute The clock does not reset or stop between exercises. On the call of "change," the athlete must move to next station immediately. One point is given for each rep, except on the rower where each calorie is one point. Keep a running score through each round. The 19.15 WOD on Thursday will be replaced by Jonny Kilpatrick's awesome mobility class - get limber. The 2014 Reebok CrossFit Games Open commences at CFG as of Thursday morning: We will be showing the WOD announcement on the big screen prior to each class then covering all the tech you might need for successful completion of your attempt over the weekend. The Open WOD will run as the workout of the day on Friday. We are currently in 2nd place on the team roster for Europe and can easily reclaim the top spot if the stragglers get signed up: we've got this. Get Involved.

WOD January 3rd 2014

By |2014-01-03T00:39:50+00:00January 3rd, 2014|WOD|

“Nancy” 5RFT Run 400 meters 15x Overhead squat 40/30kg The gym will be open as normal today and we will have business as usual from today. Girl's WOD will be on this Saturday at 11am.

WOD 2nd January 2014

By |2014-01-02T09:09:57+00:00January 2nd, 2014|WOD|

Happy new year everyone The gym will be open from 0900 today until 1300. There will be no formal WOD but all are welcome to attend the open gym. The registration for the 2014 Reebok CrossFit Games goes live in two weeks. Get on it.

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