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CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Tues, 31 Aug 2021

Featured Video – Games Central 08.26: 2018 Games Documentary— SNEAK PEEK (Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

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ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 310821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

1) Front Squat 3 – E2ndMon2ndM for 5 Rnds (10 min) (80% 1RM)

 

Score = Load

 

Home-based – Front Squat RM – E3rdMon3rdM for 4 Rnds (12 min)

 

Score = Sum of Total Loading (Sum of Reps x Load for all 4 Rnds)

 

Use DB/KB/Back Pack/Light BB

 

CFA LITE OPTIONS:

Keep loading so that great form can be maintained!

 

then…

 

2) CFHQ WOD 210822

 

Workout Tips https://www.crossfit.com/essentials/workout-tips-for-210822

or https://youtu.be/7d2-61e1O0o

 

5 rounds for time of:

50-ft. (15.24m) dumbbell front-rack lunge

25 pull-ups

 

♀ 35-lb. DBs (2x15kg) ♂ 50-lb. DBs (2×22.5kg)

 

TC – 12 min

 

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

 

Scaling:

This couplet will tax your grip. Choose dumbbell loading and a pull-up modification that allow you to keep moving, even with shorts working sets followed by a quick rest. New athletes should reduce the overall volume.

 

CFA LITE Options:

If Equipment limited – Mix DB/KB (i.e. 24kg KB/20kg DB for RX)

RX – DB 22.5×2/15x2kg or KB 24×1,20kgx1/16x2kg OR Mix KB/DB

RX PU sub BOR – 40 BOR (DB/KB/BP)

Int1 – 22.5×2/15x2kg; 22 PU/ BOR

Int2 – 22.5×2/15x2kg; 20 PU/ BOR

Int3 – 20×2/12x2kg; 18 PU / BOR

Beg1 – 15×2/10x2kg; 20 PU (P/G) or Jumping PU/ BOR

Beg2 – 12×2/8x2kg; 20 RR (1/0.5m)/ BOR

Beg3 – 8×2/5x2kg; 20 RR (0.5/0m)/ BOR

 

USA Equivalents – CFA LITE Options:

If Equipment limited – Mix DB/KB (i.e. 50lb KB/45lb DB for RX)

RX – KB/DB 50×2/35x2LB OR Mix KB/DB

RX PU sub BOR – 40 BOR (DB/KB/BP)

Int1 – 50×2/35x2lb; 22 PU/ BOR

Int2 – 50×2/35x2lb; 20 PU/ BOR

Int3 – 45×2/25x2lb; 18 PU / BOR

Beg1 – 35×2/20x2lb; 20 PU (P/G) or Jumping PU/ BOR

Beg2 – 20×2/15x2lb; 20 RR (1/0.5m)/ BOR

Beg3 – 15×2/10x2lb; 20 RR (0.5/0m)/ BOR

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch

 

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Mon, 30 Aug 2021

Featured Image – JP working on his Snatch!

If you would like more INFO on CrossFit Algoa or our Home-Based Workouts (for adults and/or kids), please CLICK HERE for all our INFO, MEMBERSHIP OPTONS & PRICING!

Alternatively call us on: 0845086893 (Kids) / 0784517637 (adults).

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ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 300821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

1) AMRAP the following for 35 min:

1000m Row or 100 SHP (20kg/12kg)

1000m Run

100 Box Step-ups (Body Weight 61cm/51cm)

10 Wall Walks

 

Score = Total Reps

10m = 1 Rep

 

CFA LITE Options:

Row sub – SDHP 10m = 1 Rep / SDHP (20/12kg)

Int1 – 80 DU; 8 WW

Int2 – 70 DU; 7 WW

Int3 – 60 DU; 6 WW

Beg1 – 16/10kg; 100 SU; 6 Half WW; 80 BSUp

Beg2 – 12/8kg; 90 SU; 6 Scaled WW (1 step); 70 BSUp (51cm)

Beg3 – 8/5kg; 80 SU; 6 Worm Walks; 60 BSUp (41cm)

 

USA Equivalents – CFA LITE Options:

Row sub – SDHP 10m = 1 Rep / SDHP (20/12kg)

Int1 – 80 DU; 8 WW

Int2 – 70 DU; 7 WW

Int3 – 60 DU; 6 WW

Beg1 – 35/22lb; 100 SU; 6 Half WW; 80 BSUp

Beg2 – 26/17lb; 90 SU; 6 Scaled WW (1 step); 70 BSUp (51cm)

Beg3 – 17/11lb; 80 SU; 6 Worm Walks; 60 BSUp (41cm)

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch

 

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Sat, 28 Aug 2021

Featured Video – The next episode of… Miles to Madison Ep. 02.21: Pearce, Eramo O’Connell, Medeiros & O’Brien (Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

If you would like more INFO on CrossFit Algoa or our Home-Based Workouts (for adults and/or kids), please CLICK HERE for all our INFO, MEMBERSHIP OPTONS & PRICING!

Alternatively call us on: 0845086893 (Kids) / 0784517637 (adults).

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ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 280821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

1) Repeat from last week – aim to beat you score!

3 RFT of:

L-sit – Accumulate 30 sec of holding

Freestanding stationary Handstand – Accumulate 30sec of holding

 

Score = Time

 

CFA LITE Options:

Int1/2 – weak L-sit

Int3 – 1 Leg L-sit, HS at wall (only count tme off wall)

Beg1 – T-sit, HS hold on wall

Beg2 – 1 Ft dwn T-sit, Piked Hold (61/51cm)

Beg3 – F-Bridge, Piked Hold (ft)

 

then…

 

2) AMRAP 20 min:

10 Strict HSPU

20 Wall Balls (10/6.3kg)

30 Cal Row or 30 SDHP (20kg/12kg)

 

Score = Total Reps

 

CFA LITE Options:

RX – Thruster sub WB (25kg/15kg)

Row sub 30 SDHP (20/12kg)

Int1 – WB/sub Thr (22.5/15kg); 8 S-HSPU

Int2 – WB/sub Thr (22.5/15kg); 10 S-HSPU (1/2 abm)

Int3 – WB (9.1/6.3kg, 9ft/8ft lower height) OR Th 20/12kg, 10 S-HSPU (2/3 abm)

Beg1 – WB (6.3/4.5kg, 10ft/9ft) OR Th (15/10kg), PPU (61/51cm), SDHP (16/10kg)

Beg2 – WB (6.3/4.5kg, 9ft-274.3cm/8ft-243cm) OR Th (12/8kg), PPU (51cm/Flr), SDHP (same Thr)

Beg3/TC – 30-20-10 WB (6.3/4.5kg, 8ft-243cm/7.67ft-2.34cm) OR Th (8/5kg), PPU (Flr/Kns), SDHP (same Thr)

 

USA Equivalents – CFA LITE Options:

RX – Thruster sub WB 55/35lb

Row sub 30 SDHP (45/25lb)

Int1 – WB/sub Thr (50/35lb); 8 S-HSPU

Int2 – WB/sub Thr (50/35lb); 10 S-HSPU (1/2 abm)

Int3 – WB (20/14lb, 9ft/8ft lower height)OR Th 45/25lb, 10 S-HSPU (2/3 abm)

Beg1 – WB (14/10lb, 10ft/9ft) OR Th (35/25lb), PPU (61/51cm), SDHP (16/10kg)

Beg2 – WB (14/10lb, 9ft-274.3cm/8ft-243cm) OR Th (25/17lb), PPU (51cm/Flr), SDHP (same Thr)

Beg3 – 30-20-10 WB (14/10lb, 8ft-243cm/7.67ft-2.34cm) OR Th (17/11lb), PPU (Flr/Kns), SDHP (same Thr)

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch

 

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Fri, 27 Aug 2021

Featured Image – Bevan “The Rooster” jumping in on our tough Memorial WOD “Andy – Farmer Grandpa”… here he is on the tough Sandbag Step-up movement!

If you would like more INFO on CrossFit Algoa or our Home-Based Workouts (for adults and/or kids), please CLICK HERE for all our INFO, MEMBERSHIP OPTONS & PRICING!

Alternatively call us on: 0845086893 (Kids) / 0784517637 (adults).

#CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaSummerstrand #CrossFitAlgoaKids #MakingPeopleBetter #luke1v37 #nanoX1 #TheOfficialShoeofFitnessZA #reeboksouthafrica @reeboksouthafrica @nutritechfit #nutritech @cfa_sport_massage_and_recovery @candywrap_ @goodylife_southafrica #goodylifepeanutbutter @mark_anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #sasoldisa #EastCapeHandTools @shaunbennprojects #shaunbennprojects @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @itensityonline #itensityonline @bronscor #bronscor @futuretech @CandyWrap_ @TeaseItHair @EsseSkinCare_ #AlwaysFitLeague @alwaysfitleague #EastCapeChamps @eastcapechamps #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #healthyliving #sharethebay #portelizabeth  

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 260821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

1) CFA Benchmark Test – Wall Walks – AMRAP 10 min

 

Score = Total Reps

 

CFA LITE OPTIONS:

Int1/2/3 – WW

Beg1 – Half WW

Beg2 – Scaled (1 step) WW

Beg3 – Worm Walk

 

then…

 

2) AMRAP 15 min:

5 Strict Pull-ups

10 Airsquats

5 Push-ups

10 Jumping Alt. Lunges

 

Score = Total Reps

 

CFA LITE Options:

Beg1 – S-PU (P/G), PU (Ts/3 Ts or 5 Kns up/Ts dwn), Step Lunges

Beg2 – S-RR (1/0.5m), Push-U/PU(kns), Step Lunges

Beg3 – S-RR (0.5/0m), PU (kns), Static Lunges

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch

 

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Thurs, 26 Aug 2021

Featured Image – Aidan and Abby on our tough Memorial WOD “Andy – Farmer Grandpa” here they are completing a mixed Sandbag/Med Ball Carry together with Farmers Walk Carry.

 

If you would like more INFO on CrossFit Algoa or our Home-Based Workouts (for adults and/or kids), please CLICK HERE for all our INFO, MEMBERSHIP OPTONS & PRICING!

Alternatively call us on: 0845086893 (Kids) / 0784517637 (adults).

#CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaSummerstrand #CrossFitAlgoaKids #MakingPeopleBetter #luke1v37 #nanoX1 #TheOfficialShoeofFitnessZA #reeboksouthafrica @reeboksouthafrica @nutritechfit #nutritech @cfa_sport_massage_and_recovery @candywrap_ @goodylife_southafrica #goodylifepeanutbutter @mark_anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #sasoldisa #EastCapeHandTools @shaunbennprojects #shaunbennprojects @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @itensityonline #itensityonline @bronscor #bronscor @futuretech @CandyWrap_ @TeaseItHair @EsseSkinCare_ #AlwaysFitLeague @alwaysfitleague #EastCapeChamps @eastcapechamps #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #healthyliving #sharethebay #portelizabeth  

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 260821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

1) Push Press 5 – E2ndMon2ndM for 5 Rnds (10 min) (75% 1RM)

 

Score = Load

 

Home-based – Push Press RM – E3rdMon3rdM for 4 Rnds (12 min)

 

Score = Sum of Total Loading (Sum of Reps x Load for all 4 Rnds)

 

Use DB/KB/Back Pack/Light BB

 

CFA LITE OPTIONS:

Keep loading so that great form can be maintained!

 

then…

 

2) Complete 21-15-9 of the following FT:

Cluster (30kg/20kg)

Lateral Facing Burpees

 

TC – 10 min

 

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

 

Lateral Facing Bps – Double Foot takeoff, land anyhow (stepping up allowed)

 

CFA/AFL LITE Options:

Use any Implement (DB/KB/SB/BB)

RX – 30/20kg

T1 (Level 4) – 25/15kg

Int1 – 22.5/15kg

Int2 – 20/12kg

Int3 – 20/12kg

Beg1 – 15/10kg; LF-Bps (Step-O)

Beg2 – 10/7.5kg; LF-Bps (Step-O)

Beg3 – 7.5/5kg; LF-Bps (Step-O)

 

CFA/AFL LITE Options – USA Equivalents:

Use any Implement (DB/KB/SB/BB)

RX – 70/50lb

T1 (Level 4) – 55/35lb

Int1 – 50/35lb

Int2 – 45/25lb

Int3 – 45/25lb

Beg1 – 35/20lb; LF-Bps (Step-O)

Beg2 – 20/15lb; LF-Bps (Step-O)

Beg3 – 15/10lb; LF-Bps (Step-O)

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch

 

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Wed, 25 Aug 2021

Featured Image – MEMORIAL WOD “ANDY – Farmer Grandpa” – In loving memory of Andrew Bernard Levey “ANDY – Farmer Grandpa” – Dave’s Dad passed away on the 15 July 2021 at the age of 74 years. Today would have marked his birthday (DOB – 25 August 1946). He will be sadly missed but dearly remembered!!!!!

Andy had a favourite saying that he often reminded Dave of when they were working together, for many many hours on the farm, and in the garage … “Don’t work harder, work smarter”!

Today keep that thought in mind as you complete Andy’s tough Memorial WOD!

 

If you would like more INFO on CrossFit Algoa or our Home-Based Workouts (for adults and/or kids), please CLICK HERE for all our INFO, MEMBERSHIP OPTONS & PRICING!

Alternatively call us on: 0845086893 (Kids) / 0784517637 (adults).

#CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaSummerstrand #CrossFitAlgoaKids #MakingPeopleBetter #luke1v37 #nanoX1 #TheOfficialShoeofFitnessZA #reeboksouthafrica @reeboksouthafrica @nutritechfit #nutritech @cfa_sport_massage_and_recovery @candywrap_ @goodylife_southafrica #goodylifepeanutbutter @mark_anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #sasoldisa #EastCapeHandTools @shaunbennprojects #shaunbennprojects @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @itensityonline #itensityonline @bronscor #bronscor @futuretech @CandyWrap_ @TeaseItHair @EsseSkinCare_ #AlwaysFitLeague @alwaysfitleague #EastCapeChamps @eastcapechamps #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #healthyliving #sharethebay #portelizabeth  

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 250821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

NB COACHES – please see equipment notes!

 

MEMORIAL WOD “ANDY – Farmer Grandpa” – In loving memory of Andrew Bernard Levey “ANDY – Farmer Grandpa” – Dave’s Dad passed away on the 15 July 2021 at the age of 74 years. Today would have marked his birthday (DOB – 25 August 1946). He will be sadly missed but dearly remembered!!!!!

Andy had a favourite saying that he often reminded Dave of when they were working together, for many many hours on the farm, and in the garage … “Don’t work harder, work smarter”!

Today keep that thought in mind as you complete Andy’s tough Memorial WOD!

 

MEMORIAL WOD “ANDY – Farmer Grandpa” – 25/08/46 – 15/07/21…

1) AMRAP 46 min:

8 Muscle-ups

250m Sandbag Belly Carry Burden Run/Walk (45kg/30kg)

74m Sandbag on Shoulder x1, Farmers Walk x1 (45kg/30kg Sh, 35kg/25kg FW)

21 Box Step-Ups (35kgx1/25kgx1 at 61cm/51cm) alternating Rnds with Sandbag Step-ups (45kg/30kg)

7 DB Squat Snatches (35kg/25kg)

15 Sandbag Cleans (45kg/30kg)

 

Score = Total Reps

 

CFA LITE Options:

DB/KB – 35/25kg (use DB/KB/BB/SB H-B loads on chest)

H-Based M-Up sub 25kg/15kg 24 reps BOR plus 24 Push-ups (w DB/KB/SB/BB)

Sandbag – 45/30kg sub Bumpers banded

Int1 – 45/30kg; 61/51cm; 22.5/15kg; 5 MU

Int2 – 45/30kg; 61/51cm; 22.5/15kg; 4 B/MU (B/P) or 8 J-B/MU (Chin)

Int3 – 40/25kg; 61/51cm; 20/12kg; 4 B/MU (B/P) or 8 J-B/MU (C-bone)

Beg1 – 30/20kg; 61/51cm; 15/10kg; 16 PU (P/G), 16/12 Push-ups

Beg2 – 25/15kg; 51cm; 12/8kg; 16 RR (1/0.5m), 12 Push-U/16 PU(kns)

Beg3 – 20/10kg; 41cm; 8/5kg; 16 RR (0.5/0m), 16 PU (kns)/12 PU (kns)

 

CFA LITE Options – USA Equivalents:

DB/KB – 55/35lb (use DB/KB/BB/SB H-B loads on chest)

Sandbag – 100/70lb sub Bumpers banded

Int1 – 100/70lb; 24/20inch; 50/35lb; 5 MU

Int2 – 100/70lb; 24/20inch; 50/35lb; 4 B/MU (B/P) or 8 J-B/MU (Chin)

Int3 – 88/55lb; 24/20inch; 45/25lb; 4 B/MU (B/P) or 8 J-B/MU (C-bone)

Beg1 – 65/45lb; 24/20inch; 35/20lb; 16 PU (P/G), 16/12 Push-ups

Beg2 – 55/35lb; 20inch; 25/15lb; 16 RR (1/0.5m), 12 Push-U/16 PU(kns)

Beg3 – 45/20lb; 16inch; 15/10lb; 16 RR (0.5/0m), 16 PU (kns)/12 PU (kns)

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch

 

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Tues, 24 Aug 2021

Featured Image – Yolandi “NO REP” Van Tonder and Hanri (background) on some thrusters in a tough Met Con!

If you would like more INFO on CrossFit Algoa or our Home-Based Workouts (for adults and/or kids), please CLICK HERE for all our INFO, MEMBERSHIP OPTONS & PRICING!

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ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 240821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

NB COACHES – please see equipment notes!

 

1) Practice the following for 15-20 min for Wed Memorial “Andy – Farmer Grandpa” WOD:

NB – practice with light loads!

NB – practice joining bumpers w Bands

– Sandbag Belly Carry Burden Run/Walk

– Sandbag on Shoulder x1, Farmers Walk x1

– DB Box Step-Ups

– Sandbag Step-ups (45kg/30kg)

– Sandbag Cleans (45kg/30kg)

 

Score = For Quality

 

then…

 

2) Complete the following for MAX REPS…

 

AMRAP 8 min:

20 Sit-ups

400 m Run

 

2 min Transition/rest

 

AMRAP 8 min:

20 Toes to Bar

100 DU

 

Score = Total Reps

NB – DB Snatch any but alternating

 

CFA LITE OPTIONS:

RX sub T2B – Lying Ft to Hands

Int1 – SU; 85 SU

Int2 – SU; 70 SU

Int3 – SU; 60 SU

Beg1 – 16 SU; HLR (or Lying F2H), 100 SU

Beg2 – 14 SU, 300m Run; HKR (or lying K2H), 90 SU

Beg3 – 14 Crunch, 300m Run; Sitting (K2C), 80 SU

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch

 

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Mon, 23 Aug 2021

Featured Videos –  Games Central 08.19: Is 2022 the Year of the Comeback? (Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

If you would like more INFO on CrossFit Algoa or our Home-Based Workouts (for adults and/or kids), please CLICK HERE for all our INFO, MEMBERSHIP OPTONS & PRICING!

Alternatively call us on: 0845086893 (Kids) / 0784517637 (adults).

#CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaSummerstrand #CrossFitAlgoaKids #MakingPeopleBetter #luke1v37 #nanoX1 #TheOfficialShoeofFitnessZA #reeboksouthafrica @reeboksouthafrica @nutritechfit #nutritech @cfa_sport_massage_and_recovery @candywrap_ @goodylife_southafrica #goodylifepeanutbutter @mark_anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #sasoldisa #EastCapeHandTools @shaunbennprojects #shaunbennprojects @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @itensityonline #itensityonline @bronscor #bronscor @futuretech @CandyWrap_ @TeaseItHair @EsseSkinCare_ #AlwaysFitLeague @alwaysfitleague #EastCapeChamps @eastcapechamps #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #healthyliving #sharethebay #portelizabeth  

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 230821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

Last completed 18 Jan 21…

 

1) Complete the Girl Benchmark WOD “Ingrid”…

 

10 rounds for time of:

3 Snatches (squat) (61kg/43kg)

3 Burpees over the bar

 

TC – 14 min

 

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

 

Scaling:

Reduce the load on the barbell so you can complete the 3 reps unbroken for most of the workout.

 

CFA LITE Variations:

BBF Bps Standard – Step/jump back/up but 2 foot take-off, any landing

Db/KB/Bp/Light BB – 4 Reps on 25kg/15kg

Int1 – 55/38kg; 25/15kg

Int2 – 50/35kg; 22.5/15kg

Int3 – 47kg/32kg; 20/12kg (Int CFHQ)

Beg1 – 40/28kg; 15/10kg

Beg2 – 30/20kg; 10/7.5kg; BBF Bp (SO) (Beg CFHQ)

Beg3 – 20/12kg; 7.5/5kg; BBF Bp (SO) – 7 Rnds

 

CFA LITE Options – USA Equivalents:

RX – ♀ 95 lb. ♂ 135 lb.

BBF Bps Standard – Step/jump back/up but 2 foot take-off, any landing

Db/KB/Bp/Light BB – 4 Reps on 55lb/35lb

Int1 – 120/85lb; 55/35lb

Int2 – 110/75lb; 50/35lb

Int3 – 105/70lb; 45/25lb (Int CFHQ)

Beg1 – 90/60lb; 35/25lb

Beg2 – 65/45lb; 25/15lb; BBF Bp (SO) (Beg CFHQ)

Beg3 – 45/25lb; 15/10lb; BBF Bp (SO) – 7 Rnds

 

then…

 

2) Front Squat 5 – E2ndMon2ndM for 5 Rnds (10 min) (75% 1RM)

 

Score = Load

 

Home-based – Front Squat RM – E3rdMon3rdM for 4 Rnds (12 min)

 

Score = Sum of Total Loading (Sum of Reps x Load for all 4 Rnds)

 

Use DB/KB/Back Pack/Light BB

 

CFA LITE OPTIONS:

Keep loading so that great form can be maintained!

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch

 

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Sat, 21 Aug 2021

Featured Images –  Marnus working hard and smart on some Sandbag Burpee Box Vault Overs!

If you would like more INFO on CrossFit Algoa or our Home-Based Workouts (for adults and/or kids), please CLICK HERE for all our INFO, MEMBERSHIP OPTONS & PRICING!

Alternatively call us on: 0845086893 (Kids) / 0784517637 (adults).

#CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaSummerstrand #CrossFitAlgoaKids #MakingPeopleBetter #luke1v37 #nanoX1 #TheOfficialShoeofFitnessZA #reeboksouthafrica @reeboksouthafrica @nutritechfit #nutritech @cfa_sport_massage_and_recovery @candywrap_ @goodylife_southafrica #goodylifepeanutbutter @mark_anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #sasoldisa #EastCapeHandTools @shaunbennprojects #shaunbennprojects @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @itensityonline #itensityonline @bronscor #bronscor @futuretech @CandyWrap_ @TeaseItHair @EsseSkinCare_ #AlwaysFitLeague @alwaysfitleague #EastCapeChamps @eastcapechamps #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #healthyliving #sharethebay #portelizabeth  

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 210821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

1) 3 RFT of:

L-sit – Accumulate 30 sec of holding

Freestanding stationary Handstand – Accumulate 30sec of holding

 

Score = Time

 

CFA LITE Options:

Int1/2 – weak L-sit

Int3 – 1 Leg L-sit, HS at wall (only count tme off wall)

Beg1 – T-sit, HS hold on wall

Beg2 – 1 Ft dwn T-sit, Piked Hold (61/51cm)

Beg3 – F-Bridge, Piked Hold (ft)

 

then…

 

2) Last completed 3 August 2020…

 

Complete 5 Rnds FT (BB – 60kg/40kg):

12 Deadlifts

9 Power Cleans

6 Thrusters

 

TC = 14 min

 

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

*Squat Clean Thruster allowed for last power clean into 1st Thruster!

 

CFA LITE Options:

Rx – DB/KB/BP (Single Impl)- 15-12-9 Reps on 25kg/15kg

Int1 – 55/36kg; 22.5/15kg

Int2 – 53/34kg; 22.5/15kg

Int3 – 50/32kg; 20/12kg

Beg1 – 45/30kg; 15/10kg

Beg2 – 35/22kg; 12/8kg

Beg3 – 25/17kg; 8/5kg

 

CFA LITE Options USA Equivalents:

Rx – DB/KB/BP (Single Impl)- 15-12-9 Reps on 55/35lb

Int1 – 120/80lb; 50/35lb

Int2 – 115/75lb; 50/35lb

Int3 – 110/70lb; 45/25lb

Beg1 – 100/65lb; 35/20lb

Beg2 – 75/50lb; 25/15lb

Beg3 – 55/37lb; 15/10lb

 

Equipment Options:

Any load (DB/BB/Back Pack/Water Container)

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch

 

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Fri, 20 Aug 2021

Featured Images –  What’s your excuse for not training, for not putting in the work to improve your health and fitness? Here is a short video clip on Victor Castro Taking Control of His New Life!! (Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

If you would like more INFO on CrossFit Algoa or our Home-Based Workouts (for adults and/or kids), please CLICK HERE for all our INFO, MEMBERSHIP OPTONS & PRICING!

Alternatively call us on: 0845086893 (Kids) / 0784517637 (adults).

#CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaSummerstrand #CrossFitAlgoaKids #MakingPeopleBetter #luke1v37 #nanoX1 #TheOfficialShoeofFitnessZA #reeboksouthafrica @reeboksouthafrica @nutritechfit #nutritech @cfa_sport_massage_and_recovery @candywrap_ @goodylife_southafrica #goodylifepeanutbutter @mark_anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #sasoldisa #EastCapeHandTools @shaunbennprojects #shaunbennprojects @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @itensityonline #itensityonline @bronscor #bronscor @futuretech @CandyWrap_ @TeaseItHair @EsseSkinCare_ #AlwaysFitLeague @alwaysfitleague #EastCapeChamps @eastcapechamps #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #healthyliving #sharethebay #portelizabeth  

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 200821 

 

Please find the Whiteboard Explanation and Coaching for today’s workout on Itensity/Email/What’s app…

 

Please contact us with any questions by cell or on what’s app at:

0784517637 (Coach Dave)   /   0822944258 (Coach Anje)

 

ENJOY!

 

RX’ED, LITE and HOME WODS  

 

Foam Roll/Trigger/Warm-up/Mobilise/Activate

 

1) Snatch Deadlift, Hang Squat Snatch, Squat Snatch – E90sOn90s for 12 min (8 Rnds) (Max Day)

 

Score = Load

 

Home-Based – Snatch Deadlift 3-5, Hang Squat Snatch 3-5, Squat Snatch 3-5 – E3rdMon3rdM for 12 min (4 Rnds)

 

1kg = 1 Rep

Score = Sum of Total Loading (Sum of Reps x Load for all 4 Rnds)

*3-5 Reps – you choose (alternate sides for each Rnd; 1st Rnd Non-Dominant then next Dominant)

Use DB/KB/Back Pack/Light BB

 

CFA LITE OPTIONS:

Keep loading so that great form can be maintained!

 

then…

 

2) Complete 6 Rnds of the following (17 min) for TOTAL MAX REPS:

AMRAP 2:

400m Run

AMRAP DU

Rest 1 min

 

Score = Total Reps (40 plus DU for each Rnd)

 

CFA LITE Options:

Beg1 – Run 300m; SU

Beg2 – Run 250m; SU

Beg3 – Run 200m; SU

 

EXTRAS

Chat to our coaches about completing extras from Tier 1 of our AFL (Always Fit League) Competitors Program!

 

COMPETITORS WOD

Anyone interested in following our AFL Competitors programming who is not a member of CrossFit Algoa can contact Dave on info@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave represented Africa as an Individual at the 2012 & 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games. Dave placed 2nd in the Mens 40-44 yrs at the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games and 5th in 2019. He has coached a number of athletes to Regionals, including Eva Thornton to the Reebok CrossFit Games (4th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2015 /12th place Masters 45-49 yrs 2017 / 1st Place “Fittest Women on Earth” for 50-54 yrs 2018).

See the following link for our 3 Tiers of Competitors Training – https://crossfitalgoa.com/afl-competition-training/

 

Cool-down/Trigger Ball/Foam Roll/Stretch