100 Day Pushup Challenge — 76 Days to Go!
October 13, 2008
We started this challenge on September 22nd and as of Wednesday, October 15th we have 76 days to go! How are you doing with the challenge? Are you keeping up? Let us know by commenting below. Thanks and good luck!
T-Shirt Slogan Contest — And the winner is . . .
October 13, 2008
Congratulations to Shayne, Chris, & Kathy: Newly Z Health R Phase Certified
October 12, 2008
On September 21, 2008 Shayne, Kathy and Chris completed their Z Health R Phase Certification. This is an excellent compliment to their CrossFit certifications. The “R” in R Phase stands for “Rehab, Re-Educate, and Restore” in reference to rehabilitating injuries, re-educating the nervous system to coordinate the body more efficiently, and restoration of mobility in the joints and tissues throughout the body.
The R-Phase certification is a demanding experience that requires one to have a working knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology and basic Neuroscience in order to learn to discern what good movement is and help people relearn good movement patterns. The course consists of 3 days of instruction and hands on practice followed by two months of practice with helping clients during which one must accumulate over 50 hours of personal practice before attending the second 3 day weekend. During the second weekend each participant has to perform well during a full day of academic essay style testing and hands on testing.
Many of our clients have had one of our trainers – Chris, Kathy or Shayne work with them and here is what a couple of them have to say about their experiences:
For Chris, Kathy and Shayne to undertake the challenge of R Phase certification and do so well at it speaks highly of them. It is apparent that they highly value the quality of instruction they give our community and their commitment to serving others should not go unnoticed. Please join me this week in congratulating these three on their efforts!
Chris Leach — Making A Difference
October 12, 2008
From Timothy Forkner:
“Chris has helped me integrate Z Health In number different ways. A minor knee problem set me back for about 5 weeks. In that time I was very limited in what I could do… Pull ups, dips etc. I could only do those exercises for so long without getting totally bored. Chris helped me focus on better movement of all my joints, different speeds, warm ups etc. In doing so I’m much more in tune with what good movement should feel like and try to listen to what my body is telling me. It’s also nice to know that he practices what he preaches. On a daily basis he practices the movements and for someone that is new to Z Health it reinforces proper execution and concentration. Great job Chris and keep up the good work.”
Timothy Forkner
Congratulations Chris! We are proud to have you on the team!
A Letter of Thanks from a Hero: Gene Blanton
September 25, 2008
Thank you, Gene for your kind and generous words. We are appreciative of you, as well as your service to our Country.
Gene, in addition to being a member of The Pound, is currently the Chief Entrepreneurial Officer® of Small Business Wall Street®, a firm which provides capital and helps small business owners define, create and measure wealth. The Small Business Wall Street® Warfighting Doctrine creates wealth by coordinating the three major dynamic interactions of a company’s operations, sales & marketing and financing to maximize wealth under the umbrella of Semper Fidelis Leadership™. Gene is the former host of the Entrepreneurial Spirit Radio Program and a much sought after speaker. Gene delights audiences world-wide with his message of principle-based entrepreneurship and ethical leadership.
In September/October 2005 and then again in May/June 2007, Gene traveled to western Al Anbar Province in Iraq, where he was embedded with the magnificent Marines of the 2nd Marine Division. He had the privilege to accompany today’s heroes as they patrolled, convoyed and even bled fighting terrorism. His book, Semper Fidelis Leadership™: From The Corps to the Corporation, documents how Marine Corps leadership applied to the business world can produce extraordinary bottom-line results.
Letter from Gene
21 Sep 08
Mr. Troy Dodson
Owner, CrossFit Plano
1400 Summit Ave. Suite C-1
Plano, TX 75074
Dear Troy:
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you and your team for the impact you have had on my life.
I walked into CrossFit a few short months ago as an old, tired, fat man who believed that my best days of health and fitness were in the history books.
Years of working at a desk had produced poor posture resulting in the inability to even lay flat on a firm surface without pain.
The unique combination of CrossFit and Z Health has not only resulted in a weight loss of over twenty pounds, but has also resulted in incredible improvements in every measurable area of fitness. To be able to go through the day with energy and without pain and stiffness is a new lease on life.
Most importantly, I can now envision a future of health and fitness with the ability to keep up with my grandchildren – and someday, their children.
I want to particularly thank you, Kathy Graves and Shayne Autry. All of you have exhibited expertise and patience. Your encouragement has been priceless.
Derek Bok, former President of Harvard University once said, “If you think education is expensive, try ignorance.” Anyone balking at the investment into their health that CrossFit and Z Health provide should consider Bok’s words.
Semper Fidelis,
Gene E. Blanton
From Troy Dodson:
Thank you very much for your kind words and thanks for the difference you make being a part of our team.
Gabriela Martinez — Taking Charge!
September 25, 2008
Congratulations to Gaby Martinez. She competed in a 13 week “Biggest Loser” contest at her work. The object was to see who could drop the largest percentage of body fat. Gaby narrowly missed a first place win and finished in a close second.
Gaby started CrossFitting with us several weeks into the competition and her favorite workout quickly became “Fight Gone Bad”! She surely is a glutton for punishment! Read more
Fight Gone Bad III
August 7, 2008
Fight Gone Bad III
when: September 27, 2008 | Starts at 9:00 a.m.
Where: CrossFit Plano - Plano
Category: Workouts
Event description:
It’s TIME!! That’s right, for the third year in a row, all CrossFit affiliates, WORLDWIDE, will be participating in the Fight Gone Bad fundraiser. This year, the money we raise will go both to the Prostate Cancer Foundation AND the Wounded Warrior Project.
Last year, CrossFit Plano raised over $1,500, and as a whole, CrossFit raised over $550,000. I’ve set a goal for us for this year of $7,500, and 50 participants, but to do that we’ll need ALL of your help!
The Fight Gone Bad event takes place on Saturday, September 27th at 9:00 a.m. For those of you that don’t know what it is, you can read about it here . To train for the event, so that everyone gets experience doing the FGB, our Friday night class at 5:00 p.m. will be Friday night Fight Gone Bad - every Friday from now until Sept 19th.
As far as the fundraising goes… every participant must raise over $150 . The way to get registered is to go to the Athlete’s for a Cure website and to register - AND join OUR team. Here’s how to do that…
1. Click HERE to go to the site
2. Once there, click on Register>
3. Click “I agree”
4. Select “Join a Team”
5. Select “CrossFit Plano” from the drop down menu
6. Enter all of your information
Once finished, you are officially registered - and you can begin sending people to the website that is created for you - your own, unique fundraising website. Here is mine as an example - http://athletes.kintera.org/crossfit08/troy .
Here is a link to view the rules for this years competition.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask anyone on our staff!
Congratulations Are In Order
August 7, 2008
Join me in congratulating the following people who have achieved great accomplishments in fitness certifications:
- Chris Leach
- CrossFit Kettlebell Certified Level 1
- CrossFit Barbell Certified Level 1
- CrossFit Gymnastics Certified Level 1
- Kathy Graves
- CrossFit Barbell Certified Level 1
- Carolyn Hulse
- CrossFit Kettlebell Certified Level 1
- Catherine Fisher “Cat”
- CrossFit Kettlebell Certified Level 1
Chris, Kathy, Carolyn, and Catherine all worked very hard and invested lots of money to achieve this success. Join in congratulating them by leaving a comment below. Please make sure to include your name.
Thank You!
Share Your Fitness Goal for the Year
August 7, 2008
Want a great way to achieve your goal? Share your goal with others and it will hold you accountable for achieving it.
Here’s what we’d like to see:
- Share your fitness goal.
- How you plan to go about achieving that goal.
- The date you plan to have achieved it (i.e. December 31, 2008 . . .)
- How will you reward yourself for achieving your goal?
Don’t forget to share your name as well.
“All things come to those who go after them.” — B.J. Marshall
What Slogan Would You Like On A CrossFit Shirt?
August 7, 2008
In the space provided in the comment section below let us know what slogan you think would be best on a CrossFit shirt.
In our next ezine issue we will then give everyone a chance to vote for the best slogan. Winner will receive two shirts!
So share your slogan and be sure to include your name.
