June 2019

Carmen pressing out a set of thrusters from the 31Heroes WOD

CFM Upcoming Events

Thursday, June 20th CFM Bring-A-Friend Day! Invite a friend or family to join you for a beginner friendly partner workout. Send us their full name, contact email and the time you will be attending to reserve their spot in advance. #BYOF Bring Your Own Friend!

Sunday, June 23rd Aerobic Capacity kicks of Sunday morning at 8:00 am at Phoenix Park Track (8-10 minutes from CFM) and continues each Sunday for 8 sessions. Early registration is now through 6/17! #buildyourengines. Click here to register and improve your running and conditioning!

Sunday, June 30th CFM Inversion Workshop lead by instructor Priscila Baptista. Spend a dedicated session working on your inversions, arm balances, handstands, core control and more in this yoga workshop! The cost is $20 or $10 for CFM members. Click here to register.

Saturday, August 10th 31Heroes Charity & Fundraising WOD!! Sign up to participate in the WOD! Click here for more details and to register. Donate to CFM’s 31Heroes fundrasing page or become a fundraiser on our team to support this great cause and help fund the treatment of TBI/PTSD.

Today’s schedule

6a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
7a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
8a: Open Gym- Travis
11a: Open Gym- CFM Staff
12n: All Levels CrossFit- Patrick
3:30p: Open Gym- Anthony
4:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony
5:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony
6:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Patrick
7:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Patrick
8:30p: Strength Training/Open Gym- Michael

Workout of the Day (WOD)

A. E3MOM 15
Min 1 – 5 Back Squats (70% of 1RM)
Min 2 – 10 Push Ups
Min 3 – 5 Strict Chin Ups

B. AMRAP 9
10 DB Hang Clean and Jerk (50/35)(5/5)
20 DB Box Step Ups (24/20)

Post load for squat and rounds + reps for AMRAP. Ex: 325#, 4+25 Rx.

And coming tomorrow…

A. Snatch
E2MOM 14
High Hang Snatch (position 1)
3-3-3.
Low Hang Snatch (position 2)
3-3-3-3
Add weight each set; 40-70%

B. 3 Rounds [12min Cap]
20 DB Snatches (50/35) (Rx+ 70/50)
9 Strict Handstand Push Ups (Rx+ Deficit 4/2”)

Post load for High Hang and Low Hang snatch and time for the WOD.
Ex: 145#, 170#, 6:20 Rx

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Today’s schedule

6a: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
7a: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
8a: Open Gym- Brianna
12n: All Levels CrossFit- Brianna
3:30p: Open Gym- Anthony
4:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony
5:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony
6:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony

Workout of the Day (WOD)

A. For Time
3 Rounds
400/320m Row
15 Chest to Bar Pull Ups
9 Clean & Jerk (155/105)

B. E3MOM 12
8 Bench Press
8 Ring Support Hold Leg Raises

Post time for the WOD. Ex: 10:10 Rx.

And coming Saturday…

“Indiana Jones”
Partner WOD
For Time [40min cap]
1000m – 800m – 600m – 400m – 200m
Relay Run
50-40-30-20-10
Burpee Box Jumps (24/20)
Directly into…
50-40-30-20-10
Toes to Bar
Front Squats

Round of 50: 115/75
Round of 40: 135/95
Round of 30: 155/105
Round of 20: 185/125
Round of 10: 205/145

1 partner working at a time. The runs are split into 200m relays. The repetitions may be partitioned anyway for the BBJs, T2B, and Front Squats.

Post time for the WOD. Ex: 33:20 Rx.

Saturday Schedule

8a: Open Gym- Michael
9a: All Levels CrossFit- Michael
10a: All Levels CrossFit- Michael
11a: All Levels CrossFit- Michael
12:15p: Yoga- Monica Miller

And coming Sunday…

Father’s Day
A. 3 Rounds NOT for time
6 Seated Arnold Press (alternating)AHAP
8 DB Bent Over Row (AHAP)
10 Straight Leg Sit Ups
12 Hollow Knee Tucks

B. 3 Rounds
100m Farmer Carry (70/53’s)
20 Goblet Squats (70/53)
30 Sledge Strikes

Post time for WOD and sledge weight.
Ex: 11:45 Rx (10#)

Sunday Schedule

8:45a: Weightlifting- Anthony
10a: Open Gym- Michael
11a: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
12:15p: Yoga- Priscila Baptista
5,6p: Open Gym- Neal

CFM Upcoming Events

Saturday, August 10th from 8 am to 12 pm. Save the date! 31Heroes Charity & Fundraising WOD!! Sign up to participate in the WOD!! For more details and to register click here.

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Today’s schedule

6a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
7a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
8a: Open Gym- Travis
12p: All Levels CrossFit- Pat
3:30p: Open Gym- Anthony
4:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Michael
5:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
6:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
7:30p: Weightlifting- Anthony

Workout of the Day (WOD)

A. Deadlift
4-3-2-1-1-1
increasing weight to heavy single

B. For Time [18min cap]
800m run
21 Kettlebell Swings (70/53)
40 Double Unders
600m run
18 Kettlebell Swings
40 Double Unders
400m run
15 Kettlebell Swings
40 Double Unders

Post load for deadlift and time for the WOD. Ex: 455#, 14:40 Rx.

And coming tomorrow…

A. For Time
3 Rounds
400/320m Row
15 Chest to Bar Pull Ups
9 Clean & Jerk (155/105)

B. E3MOM 12
8 Bench Press
8 Ring Support Hold Leg Raises

Post time for the WOD. Ex: 10:10 Rx.

CFM Upcoming Events

Saturday, August 10th from 8 am to 12 pm. Save the date! 31Heroes Charity & Fundraising WOD!! Sign up to participate in the WOD!! For more details and to register click here.

31Heroes WOD Hosted by CrossFit Midtown

This WOD was created specifically to honor the 30 men and one dog that gave their lives for our country on August 6, 2011. It is 31 minutes long—one minute in remembrance of each hero. The rep scheme is 8-6-11—the date of their ultimate sacrifice. Finally, this is a partner WOD. The men who gave their lives were from multiple branches of our military, working together as a team. In the workout you and your team member will constantly be taking the load from each other providing much needed support and relief. We realize that no physical sacrifice made during a workout can come close to the sacrifice our brave heroes made, but we consider this WOD a CrossFitters “moment of silence.” This is how we can honor those that gave all in the name of freedom.

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Carmen warming up with some double unders

Today’s schedule

6a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
7a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
8a: Open Gym- Travis
11a: Open Gym- CFM Staff
12n: All Levels CrossFit- Brianna
3:30p: Open Gym- Anthony
4:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony
5:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony
6:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Patrick
7:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Patrick
8:30p: Open Gym- Michael

Workout of the Day (WOD)

A. E3MOM 12
Snatch Complex (increase weight each round)
1 x 1 Hang Power Snatch + 2 Overhead Squat + 2 Hang Squat Snatch

B. 3 Rounds [12min cap]
10 DB Hang Squat Snatches, Left arm (50/35)
5 Bar Muscle Ups
10 DB Hang Squat Snatches, Right arm (50/35)
5 Bar Muscle Ups

Post load for snatch complex and time for the WOD. Ex: 205#, 9:45 Rx.

And coming tomorrow…

A. Deadlift
4-3-2-1-1-1
increasing weight to heavy single

B. For Time [18min cap]
800m run
21 Kettlebell Swings (70/53)
40 Double Unders
600m run
18 Kettlebell Swings
40 Double Unders
400m run
15 Kettlebell Swings
40 Double Unders

Post load for deadlift and time for the WOD. Ex: 455#, 14:40 Rx.

CFM Upcoming Events

Saturday, August 10th Save the date! 31Heroes Charity & Fundraising WOD!! Click here for more details!

31Heroes WOD Hosted by CrossFit Midtown

Sign up to participate in the WOD on Saturday, August 10th from 8am-12pm. For more details and to register click here.

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CrossFit Midtown is very excited to announce our June Member of the Month, Carmen! She has been a member since 2018, has made some major gains and PR’s, some awesome friends, a joy to have in class, and has been an active person in the CFM community! Read on to learn more about Carmen and her CrossFit journey. Thank you for being such an outstanding member of the CFM community!

Carmen cleaning house during CFM Rise Up

Name: Carmen Lundell
Nickname: friends call me Carmen, family calls me Carmie or Marmie
Age: 28
Hometown: Wayzata, Minnesota

How did you get exposed to CrossFit?
I lived a few blocks from a gym in New York and friends told me that my gymnastics background would make me a good CrossFit athlete. I was hooked after the first class likely because there were handstands.

What brought you to CrossFit Midtown:
I moved to Atlanta last summer, and one of my first action items was finding a nearby Crossfit gym. CFM is within walking distance of my apartment and the intimate facility reminded me of my box in New York.

Carmen and Jeannette during Graveyard Games 2018

What was your very first day at CrossFit Midtown like?
My first drop in was a Harry Potter WOD. When I told Peter (my boyfriend) about riding PVC pipes like broomsticks, he was incredibly skeptical exclaiming “What does riding a PVC pipe exercise?!” Not to mention, Mike caught the entire workout on camera *face in palm*. Obviously, I came back and have continued to be impressed by the programming.

What kind of changes have you you experienced since starting CrossFit that were completely unexpected?
Great programming and incredibly inclusive community! The workouts are intentional, and it’s making a difference in my fitness. I also love how supportive the staff is both in ramping up new coaches and training athletes of all abilities.

Tell us some of your recent accomplishments. What goals do you have for 2019!?
I recently PR’ed my snatch by 2 lbs and convinced Peter to move to Atlanta! In 2019, I hope to continue feeling stronger. Barbell has helped me improve not only my lifting, but overall fitness and strength.

Carmen completing a 400m run during 31 Heroes 2018

What does your frequently used emoji tab look like?

What is your favorite workout and if you could make up your own workout what would it be?
I love Fran, but to make it even better I’d scrap the barbell and swap pull ups for bar muscle ups. My dream workout would include rope climbs, pistols, bar muscle ups, toes to bar, box jumps for height or box jump overs, handstand walks…can you tell I did competitive gymnastics for 11 years?

What is your favorite cheat food/meal?
JR Crickets lemon pepper wet wings and Jeni’s ice cream have been favorites of mine since moving to Atlanta.

Favorite CrossFit Midtown moment
Friday night lights! I was only able to join for 19.5, so I’m looking forward to the next open. Best part was throwing glow sticks in the gym until…2am?

Hobbies, Talents and or Interests Outside of CrossFit:
Some may attest that I am a talented karaoke performer (not singer).
I’m always eager to try new sports, preferably without balls. Most recently, I’m working on golfing and surfing. I’m also a skier and proficient at water sports from growing up on a lake.
I’m an avid traveler and love to read a book by a local author before a trip.

Advice for new CrossFitters
You’re stronger than you think you are. It took me an amazingly long time to get skills that now are my best ones! Be patient, listen to your body, and don’t be afraid to push yourself!

Killin’ those thrusters during 31 Heroes

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CFM Upcoming Events

Saturday, August 10th Save the date! 31Heroes Charity & Fundraising WOD!! Click here for more details!

Dyer shouldering a sandbag #31Heroes WOD

31Heroes WOD Hosted by CrossFit Midtown

Sign up to participate in the WOD on Saturday, August 10th from 8am-12pm. For more details and to register click here.

Today’s schedule

6a: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
7a: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
8a: Open Gym- Travis
11a: Open Gym- CFM Staff
12n: All Levels CrossFit- Patrick
3:30p: Open Gym- Anthony
4:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
5:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
6:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
7:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
8:40p: Yoga- Priscila Baptista
Sign up for yoga this week and next. Click here to reserve

Workout of the Day (WOD)

A. Tony’s Complex
AMRAP 8
5 Deadlifts (M =65/135/185, W =35/85/125)
4 Hang Cleans
3 Front Squats
2 Shoulder to Overhead
1 Ground to Overhead

B. 3-way Hamstring stretch

Post rounds and reps completed. Ex: 6+8 L3

And coming tomorrow…

A. E3MOM 12
Snatch Complex (increase weight each round)
1 x 1 Hang Power Snatch + 2 Overhead Squat + 2 Hang Squat Snatch

B. 3 Rounds [12min cap]
10 DB Hang Squat Snatches, Left arm (50/35)
5 Bar Muscle Ups
10 DB Hang Squat Snatches, Right arm (50/35)
5 Bar Muscle Ups

Post load for snatch complex and time for the WOD. Ex: 205#, 9:45 Rx.

TUES 06.11.19 Sign Up for 31Heroes WOD! Read More »

CFM Upcoming Events

Saturday, August 10th Save the date! 31Heroes Charity & Fundraising WOD!!

Today’s schedule

6a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
7a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
8a: Open Gym- Travis
11a: Open Gym- CFM Staff
12n: All Levels CrossFit- Patrick
3:30p: Open Gym- Damon
4:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
5:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
6:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Patrick
7:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Patrick
8:30p: Strength Training/Open Gym- Michael

Workout of the Day (WOD)

A. For Time [18min cap]
2 Rounds
50/40 Cal Row
40 Wall balls (20/14 to 10/9ft)
30 Medball Sit ups (20/14)
20 Box Jump Overs (20/24″)

B. EMOM 12
1st: 8-12 Toes to bar
2nd: 30-40 second elbow plank hold
3rd: Rest

Post time for the WOD. Ex: 15:20 Rx

And coming tomorrow…

A. Tony’s Complex
AMRAP 8
5 Deadlifts (M =65/135/185, W =35/85/125)
4 Hang Cleans
3 Front Squats
2 Shoulder to Overhead
1 Ground to Overhead

B. 3-way Hamstring stretch

Post rounds and reps completed. Ex: 6+8 L3

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Today’s schedule

6a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
7a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
8a: Open Gym- Travis
12n: All Levels CrossFit- Brianna
3:30p: Open Gym- Anthony
4:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony
5:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony
6:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Anthony

Workout of the Day (WOD)

A. Accessories: Baby Guns
Perform Lunges and Curls with Med Ball Strapped to belly (20/14)
Superset
Walking Lunges
4 x 9/9
DB Curls
4 x 8/8

B. Clean Complex
Hang Power Clean + Power Clean + Front Squat
4 x 3+2+1
(increase weight each round)

Post load for clean complex. Ex: 245#

And coming Saturday…

Oh! Baby, Baby!
Partner WOD
For Time [35min cap]
280 Team Med Ball Bear Hug Step Ups (20/14#)(24/20″)
10 Rounds (Partners alternate complete rounds)
150m Sandbag Cradle Carry (50/25)
10 Slam Ball Wall Balls (30/20)
5 Devil’s Press (50/35’s)

Post time for the WOD. Ex: 28:10 Rx.

Saturday Schedule

8a: Open Gym- Michael
9a: All Levels CrossFit- Michael
10a: All Levels CrossFit- Michael
11a: All Levels CrossFit- Michael
12:15p: Yoga- Monica Miller

And coming Sunday…

A. Tire Flips
3 x 10 (touch and go)

B. 3 Rounds
100m Farmer Carry (53/35’s)
15 Sledge Strikes
20 Mountain Climbers (L+R=1)
300m Run (around the building)
-2min Rest Between Rounds-

Post time for the WOD. Ex: 18:20 Rx.

Sunday Schedule

8:45a: Weightlifting- Anthony
10a: Open Gym- Michael
11a: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
12:15p: Yoga- Priscila Baptista
5,6p: Open Gym- Neal

CFM Upcoming Events

Saturday, August 10thSave the date! 31Heroes Charity & Fundraising WOD!!

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Today’s schedule

6a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
7a: All Levels CrossFit- Travis
8a: Open Gym- Travis
12p: All Levels CrossFit- Pat
3:30p: Open Gym- Anthony
4:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Michael
5:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Michael
6:30p: All Levels CrossFit- Damon
7:30p: Weightlifting- Anthony