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CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Thurs, 29 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

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ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 290224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1) RE-TEST – TC Test 3 – Tabata Double-Unders for Total Reps

 

Score = Total Reps

 

LITE:
Beg1/2/3 – Single-Unders

 

then…

 

2) Open Athletes – AMRAP 8 min only!

RE-TEST – TC Test 4 – AMRAP 14 min:
15 Wall Balls (10kg/6.3kg)
12 Box Step-overs (Farmers Carry) (61cm/51cm – 22.5kgx2/15kgx2)
9 C2W HSPU (76cm at 25cm)

 

Score = Total Reps

 

LITE:
PPU – keep hands, feet, abm, head all within 1mx1m
L2(T2) – 6 C2W RX
L4(T3) – 9 C2W (1/2 abm at 30cm)
Int1 – C2W HSPU C2W (1/2 abm at 30cm)
Int2 – C2W (1/2 abm a 50cm)
Int3 – C2W (2/3 abm at 50 cm)
Beg1 – WB (6.3/4.5kg, 10ft/9ft); FC-BSO (15kgx2/10kgx2-61/51cm); C2W (90cm 2/3 abm)
Beg2 – WB (6.3/4.5kg, 9ft-274.3cm/8ft-243cm); FC-BSO (10kgx2/7kgx2-61/51cm); PPU (51cm/Flr)
Beg3 – WB (6.3/4.5kg, 8ft-243cm/7.67ft-2.34cm); FC-BSO (7.5kgx2/5kgx2-61/51cm); PPU (Flr/Flr 1 abm riser head)

 

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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Wed, 28 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

@DVSNgear #DVSNGear #BeyondBasic @Bronscor #Bronscor #CrossFitAlgoa @CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaKids @BradMillar #FutureTech @ItensityOnline #ItensityOnline @kriek_kreates #kriekkreates @nikolaas_du_plooy @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @ShaunBennProjects #ShaunBennProjects @Mark_Anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #SasolDisa #EastCapeHandTool @TheFunctionWarehouse #TheFunctionWarehouse @CandyWrap_ #CarlsonGracieAfrica #EastCapeChamps #AlwaysFitLeague @AlwaysFitLeague #AreYouIn #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #HealthyLiving #ShareTheBay #PortElizabeth #SouthAfrica

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 280224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1) RE-TEST – TC – Test 1 – Complete a Pull-up or Ring Row Rep Max Test.
Ensure Standards set!

 

Score = Total Reps

 

LITE:
Int1/2/3 – same
Beg1 – PU (P/G)
Beg2 – RR (1/0.5m)
Beg3 – RR (0.5/0m)a) Practice – T2B and HS Walking

 

then…

 

3) RE-TEST – TC Test 2 – Complete 5 Rnds of the following FT:
10 Hang Power Clean (70kg/50kg)
12 BB Facing Burpees

 

TC – 15 min

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed
RX BBF Bps – must jump back, up and over with 2feet together

 

LITE:
Int1 – 65/46kg
Int2 – 60/42kg
Int3 – 55/39kg
Beg1 – 50/35kg, BBF (step back, up, Jump o)
Beg2 – 40/25kg, BBF (stepping allowed)
Beg3 – 30/20kg, BBF (stepping allowed)

 

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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Tues, 27 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

@DVSNgear #DVSNGear #BeyondBasic @Bronscor #Bronscor #CrossFitAlgoa @CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaKids @BradMillar #FutureTech @ItensityOnline #ItensityOnline @kriek_kreates #kriekkreates @nikolaas_du_plooy @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @ShaunBennProjects #ShaunBennProjects @Mark_Anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #SasolDisa #EastCapeHandTool @TheFunctionWarehouse #TheFunctionWarehouse @CandyWrap_ #CarlsonGracieAfrica #EastCapeChamps #AlwaysFitLeague @AlwaysFitLeague #AreYouIn #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #HealthyLiving #ShareTheBay #PortElizabeth #SouthAfrica

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 270224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1a) Practice – DU and Crossover SU

1b) For Time:
120 DU
100 Crossover SU
60 DU
50 Crossover SU
30 DU
25 Crossover SU

 

TC – 7 min

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

 

LITE:
Int1 – 110-50-25 DU
Int2 – 100-40-20 DU
Int3 – 90-30-15 DU
Beg1 – SU and 90-40-20 CO SU
Beg2 – SU and 80-30-10 CO SU
Beg3 – 110-50-25 SU and 50-20-10 CO SU

 

then…

 

2) Complete the following FT:
42-30-18 DB Snatch (22.5kg/15kg)
42m-30m-18m HS Walk
21-15-9 Burpee Box Jump Over (61cm/51cm)

 

TC – 15 min

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed
NB – DB Snatch – any snatch

 

LITE:
Int2 – 36-27-15m
Int3 – 27-21-15m or WW 9-7-5; 20/12kg;
Beg1 – 15/10kg; Half WW 9-7-5; BBSO (61/51cm)
Beg2 – 10/7.5kg; 1 Step WW 9-7-5; BBSO (51/41cm)
Beg3 – 7/5kg; Worm Walk 9-7-5; BBSO (41/30cm)

 

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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Mon, 26 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

@DVSNgear #DVSNGear #BeyondBasic @Bronscor #Bronscor #CrossFitAlgoa @CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaKids @BradMillar #FutureTech @ItensityOnline #ItensityOnline @kriek_kreates #kriekkreates @nikolaas_du_plooy @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @ShaunBennProjects #ShaunBennProjects @Mark_Anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #SasolDisa #EastCapeHandTool @TheFunctionWarehouse #TheFunctionWarehouse @CandyWrap_ #CarlsonGracieAfrica #EastCapeChamps #AlwaysFitLeague @AlwaysFitLeague #AreYouIn #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #HealthyLiving #ShareTheBay #PortElizabeth #SouthAfrica

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 260224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1) CrossFit Games – Open Workout 21.3 and 21.4

Go view the announcement at: https://games.crossfit.com
Go view the Workout movement standards and details at: https://games.crossfit.com/workouts/open/2021/3 and https://games.crossfit.com/workouts/open/2021/4

 

CrossFit Games – Open Workout 21.3

For total time:
15 front squats
30 toes-to-bars
15 thrusters

Rest 1 min.

15 front squats
30 chest-to-bar pull-ups
15 thrusters

Rest 1 min.

15 front squats
30 bar muscle-ups
15 thrusters

21.4 begins immediately upon completing
or reaching the time cap for 21.3.

♀65 lb.
♂95 lb.

 

Time cap: 15 min

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

WORKOUT VARIATIONS

Rx’d (Ages 16-54)
♀65 lb.
♂95 lb.

Scaled (Ages 16-54) (Int3)
♀45 lb., perform hanging knee-raises, then chin-over bar pull-ups, then chest-to-bar pull-ups
♂65 lb., perform hanging knee-raises, then chin-over bar pull-ups, then chest-to-bar pull-ups

Teenagers 14-15
♀45 lb.
♂65 lb.

Scaled Teenagers 14-15
♀35 lb., perform hanging knee-raises, then chin-over bar pull-ups, then chest-to-bar pull-ups
♂45 lb., perform hanging knee-raises, then chin-over bar pull-ups, then chest-to-bar pull-ups

Masters 55+ (Int2)
♀45 lb., perform toes-to-bars, then chin-over-bar pull-ups, then chest-to-bar pull-ups
♂65 lb., perform toes-to-bars, then chin-over-bar pull-ups, then chest-to-bar pull-ups

Scaled Masters 55+ (Beg1)
♀35 lb., perform sit-ups, then jumping pull-ups, then chin-over-bar pull-ups
♂45 lb., perform sit-ups, then jumping pull-ups, then chin-over-bar pull-ups

Beg2 – Lighter
See Foundations for Beg3

The official weight is in pounds. For your convenience, the minimum acceptable weights in kilograms for the front squats and thrusters are 43 kg (95 lb.), 29 kg (65 lb.), 20 kg (45 lb.), and 15 kg (35 lb.).

Floor Plan – Prior to starting the workout, athletes must set up a competition area as follows:
• Mark a line directly under the pull-up bar.
• Mark a second line 8 feet away from the line under the pull-up bar.

 

WORKOUT 21.4

Complete the following complex for max load:
1 deadlift
1 clean
1 hang clean
1 jerk
Time begins immediately following the
completion of 21.3.

Time cap: 7 min

Score = Load

 

WORKOUT VARIATIONS NOTES
None

 

WORKOUT 21.3 – FOUNDATIONS

For total time:
15 air squats
30 sit-ups
15 thrusters with stick

Rest 1 min.

15 air squats
30 dumbbell rows, 10 lb. (15 left, 15 right)
15 thrusters with stick

Rest 1 min.

15 air squats
30 push-ups
15 thrusters with stick

21.4 begins immediately upon completing or
reaching the time cap for 21.3.

Time cap: 15 min

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

Further Scaling:
To modify the squat and thruster, complete a sit-to-stand from a chair.
To modify the sit-up, reduce the range of motion and touch the knees.
Instead of a dumbbell, you can use a household object for the dumbbell row.
If you have two dumbbells, you can complete the rows with both hands at the same time.
To modify the push-up, perform from the knees or elevate the hands.

WORKOUT 21.4 – FOUNDATIONS

Complete the complex for load and technique:
1 deadlift
1 clean
1 hang clean
1 push press

Time cap: 7 min.

Score = Load

Time begins immediately following the completion of 21.3.
Start with the stick and only add load if technique is sound.
If performing this workout without a coach, err on the side of safety and don’t worry about adding load as you go.

 

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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Sat, 24 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

@DVSNgear #DVSNGear #BeyondBasic @Bronscor #Bronscor #CrossFitAlgoa @CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaKids @BradMillar #FutureTech @ItensityOnline #ItensityOnline @kriek_kreates #kriekkreates @nikolaas_du_plooy @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @ShaunBennProjects #ShaunBennProjects @Mark_Anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #SasolDisa #EastCapeHandTool @TheFunctionWarehouse #TheFunctionWarehouse @CandyWrap_ #CarlsonGracieAfrica #EastCapeChamps #AlwaysFitLeague @AlwaysFitLeague #AreYouIn #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #HealthyLiving #ShareTheBay #PortElizabeth #SouthAfrica

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 240224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1) Practice – Knees to Elbows

 

Score = For Quality

 

LITE:
See scaled options below

then…

 

2) CrossFit HQ WOD 240210

For time:
40 kettlebell swings
40 knees-to-elbows
800-meter run
30 kettlebell swings
30 knees-to-elbows
800-meter run
20 kettlebell swings
20 knees-to-elbows
800-meter run
10 kettlebell swings
10 knees-to-elbows

♀ 35 lb / 16kg
♂ 53 lb / 24kg

 

TC – 30 min

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

 

Scaling:
Today we have a longer chipper-style workout. Expect the kettlebell swings and knees-to-elbows to play off of each other in an interesting way.
Use a kettlebell that allows you to perform each section in 2 sets or less. You should always be able to complete at least 5 knees-to-elbows throughout the workout.
Aim to complete each run in 5 minutes or less. Work hard and have fun today.

 

LITE:

Int3 – knees-to-armpits ; 12kg/16kg
Beg1 – HLR ; 12/16
Beg2 – HKR ; 30 KBS, 30 HKR,600m – 20 KBS, 20 HKR, 600m – 10 KBS, 10 HKR ; 12/8kg
Beg3 – 1x HKR or Seated K2C ; 8/5kg

 

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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Fri, 23 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

@DVSNgear #DVSNGear #BeyondBasic @Bronscor #Bronscor #CrossFitAlgoa @CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaKids @BradMillar #FutureTech @ItensityOnline #ItensityOnline @kriek_kreates #kriekkreates @nikolaas_du_plooy @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @ShaunBennProjects #ShaunBennProjects @Mark_Anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #SasolDisa #EastCapeHandTool @TheFunctionWarehouse #TheFunctionWarehouse @CandyWrap_ #CarlsonGracieAfrica #EastCapeChamps #AlwaysFitLeague @AlwaysFitLeague #AreYouIn #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #HealthyLiving #ShareTheBay #PortElizabeth #SouthAfrica

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 230224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1) Practice – Knees to Elbows

 

Score = For Quality

 

LITE:
See scaled options below

then…

 

2) CrossFit HQ WOD 240210

For time:
40 kettlebell swings
40 knees-to-elbows
800-meter run
30 kettlebell swings
30 knees-to-elbows
800-meter run
20 kettlebell swings
20 knees-to-elbows
800-meter run
10 kettlebell swings
10 knees-to-elbows

♀ 35 lb / 16kg
♂ 53 lb / 24kg

 

TC – 30 min

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

 

Scaling:
Today we have a longer chipper-style workout. Expect the kettlebell swings and knees-to-elbows to play off of each other in an interesting way.
Use a kettlebell that allows you to perform each section in 2 sets or less. You should always be able to complete at least 5 knees-to-elbows throughout the workout.
Aim to complete each run in 5 minutes or less. Work hard and have fun today.

 

LITE:

Int3 – knees-to-armpits ; 12kg/16kg
Beg1 – HLR ; 12/16
Beg2 – HKR ; 30 KBS, 30 HKR,600m – 20 KBS, 20 HKR, 600m – 10 KBS, 10 HKR ; 12/8kg
Beg3 – 1x HKR or Seated K2C ; 8/5kg

 

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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Thurs, 22 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

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ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 220224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1) Power Snatch, Snatches – E90sOn90s for 8 Rnds (12 min, start 60% Climb Max Day)

 

Score = Load

 

LITE:
Beg – power snatch plus OHS allowed

 

then…

 

2) Escalating Isabel – For Time:
10 Snatches (61kg/43kg)
10 Snatches (84kg/58kg)
10 Snatches (102kg/70kg)

 

TC – 12 min

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

 

LITE:
NB These are squat snatches
Scale to 50% 1 RM (1st 10), 68% 1RM (2nd 10), 83% 1RM (3rd 10)
Int1 – 43/30kg, 61/43kg, 84/58kg
Int2 – 43/30kg, 61/43kg, 75/52kg
Int3 – 43/30kg, 55/38kg, 65/45kg
Beg1 – 43/30kg, 50/30kg, 60/40kg
Beg2 – 30/20kg, 40/25kg, 45/30kg
Beg3 – 20/12kg, 30/20kg, 35/25kg

 

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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Wed, 21 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

@DVSNgear #DVSNGear #BeyondBasic @Bronscor #Bronscor #CrossFitAlgoa @CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaKids @BradMillar #FutureTech @ItensityOnline #ItensityOnline @kriek_kreates #kriekkreates @nikolaas_du_plooy @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @ShaunBennProjects #ShaunBennProjects @Mark_Anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #SasolDisa #EastCapeHandTool @TheFunctionWarehouse #TheFunctionWarehouse @CandyWrap_ #CarlsonGracieAfrica #EastCapeChamps #AlwaysFitLeague @AlwaysFitLeague #AreYouIn #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #HealthyLiving #ShareTheBay #PortElizabeth #SouthAfrica

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 210224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1) Front Squat 3 – E2ndMon2ndM for 10 min (5 Rnds – 90% 1RM)

 

Score = Load
If missed last week – 85% 1RM 5×3
If missed 2 weeks – 80% 1RM 5×3
If missed 3 weeks – 75% 1RM 5×5
If missed 4 weeks – 70% 1RM 5×5

 

LITE:
Keep loading so that great form is maintained!

 

then…

 

2) Repeat from 19 Feb 20…

AMRAP the following for 3 Rnds:
2 min – AMRAP KB/DB Step-over (24kg,25kg/16kg,15kg)
2 min – AMRAP C2B Pull-ups
2 min – AMRAP Thrusters (45kg/30kg)
Rest 2 min

 

Score = Total Reps
(22 Min end of 3rd Rnd, excl rest)

LITE:
Int1 – 24kg,20kg/12kg,15kg, C2B, 43/28kg
Int2 – PU, 40/25kg
Int3 – 20kg,20kg/12kg,10kg, 35/22kg
Beg1 – 12kg,15kg/8kg,10kg, PU (P/G), 30/20kg
Beg2 – 12kg,10kg/8kg,7.5kg, RR (1/0.5m), 25/15kg
Beg3 – 5kg,7.5kg/2.5kg,5kg, RR (0.5/0m), 20/12kg

 

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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Tues, 20 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

@DVSNgear #DVSNGear #BeyondBasic @Bronscor #Bronscor #CrossFitAlgoa @CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaKids @BradMillar #FutureTech @ItensityOnline #ItensityOnline @kriek_kreates #kriekkreates @nikolaas_du_plooy @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @ShaunBennProjects #ShaunBennProjects @Mark_Anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #SasolDisa #EastCapeHandTool @TheFunctionWarehouse #TheFunctionWarehouse @CandyWrap_ #CarlsonGracieAfrica #EastCapeChamps #AlwaysFitLeague @AlwaysFitLeague #AreYouIn #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #HealthyLiving #ShareTheBay #PortElizabeth #SouthAfrica

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 200224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1) AMRAP 10 min (5 Rnds):
Min 1 – AMRAP Wall Walks
Min 2 – AMRAP BB Facing Burpees

 

Score = Total Reps

 

LITE:
Beg1 – Half WW; BBF Bps SO
Beg2 – 1 step WW; BBF Bps SO
Beg3 – Worm Walk/Box Walk; BBF Bps SO

 

then…

 

2) Repeat 20 Feb 20…

Complete the following Sprint Chipper for 3 Rnds:
300 m Run
30 Box Jump Overs (61cm/51cm)
30 Strict HSPU
REST 3 min

 

TC – 18 min

Score = Time/TC plus 1 sec/rep missed

 

LITE:
Int1 – Kip HSPU
Int2 – Kip HSPU 1/2 Abm
Int3 – Kip HSPU 2/3 Abm
Beg1 – BSO (61/51cm), PPU (61cm/Flr)
Beg2 – Run 250m, BSO (51cm), PPU (Flr/Kns)
Beg3 – Run 200m, BSO (41cm), PPU (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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!

 

CrossFit Algoa (Port Elizabeth) WOD – Mon, 19 Feb 2024

 

Featured Video/Image – The CrossFit season starts with a challenge anyone can do… the CrossFit Open! All workouts will be held at our facility for CrossFit Algoa members. You will have 1 test to complete each week between Fri am to Mon pm (any class plus we have our Friday Night Lights that we will run on Fridays!! (Featured Image/Video courtesy of CrossFit, Inc.)

Important Dates:

Open Registration Begins – Jan. 9, 2024…. you will need to register by the 1st Workouts deadline date!

Workout 24.1 – Feb. 29-March 4

Workout 24.2 – March 7-11

Workout 24.3 – March 14-18

For more Info… 
https://games.crossfit.com/article/guide-2024-crossfit-games-season#indyopen
https://games.crossfit.com/article/what-crossfit-open-and-why-should-i-sign/open

To Register for the open here…
https://games.crossfit.com/register/open

 

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for CrossFit Algoa, or on Always Fit League (AFL) personal coaching/program CLICK HERE

Or

If you would like more INFO on MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS & PRICING for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Carlson Gracie Africa) or Self-Defence classes for adults and/or kids, please CLICK HERE

Alternatively call us on: 0784517637 (adults & kids)  

@DVSNgear #DVSNGear #BeyondBasic @Bronscor #Bronscor #CrossFitAlgoa @CrossFitAlgoa #CrossFitAlgoaKids @BradMillar #FutureTech @ItensityOnline #ItensityOnline @kriek_kreates #kriekkreates @nikolaas_du_plooy @CabalCoffeeRoastery #CabalCoffeeRoastery @ShaunBennProjects #ShaunBennProjects @Mark_Anderson1972 #MarkAndersonPhysiotherapy #SasolDisa #EastCapeHandTool @TheFunctionWarehouse #TheFunctionWarehouse @CandyWrap_ #CarlsonGracieAfrica #EastCapeChamps #AlwaysFitLeague @AlwaysFitLeague #AreYouIn #CrossFitSA #CrossFit #CrossFitCulture #HealthyLiving #ShareTheBay #PortElizabeth #SouthAfrica

 

ONLINE WHITEBOARD/COACHING – 190224

 

Reminder to view the home-based pdf for full mvt standards and coaching for those training at home!

 

RX, LITE and HOME WOD

 

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

 

1) Practice Kipping Pull-ups

 

Score = For Quality

 

Then…

 

2) Complete the Girl Benchmark Workout “Cindy” – AMRAP 20 of:
5 Pull-ups
10 Push-ups
15 Airsquats

 

Score = Total Reps

 

LITE:
Int1/2/3 – PU
Beg1 – PU (P/G), PU (T)/ PU (5 – T/ 5 Kns)
Beg2 – RR (1/0.5m), PU (5 – T/ 5 Kns)/PU (Kns)
Beg3 – RR (0.5/0m), 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 dave@algoacrossfit.com for details & fees.

Dave has qualified 6x for the CrossFit Games and has competed 5 times! He 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, 5th in 2019 and 6th in 2023 (45-49 yrs). 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, Mobilise & Stretch!