Workout 1/3: Pull-ups and Dips

Muscle-ups? Yeah, right! Here are my excuses for not doing muscle-ups:
#1: No Rings...you have to have rings, don't you?
#2: Not man enough...um, not yet at least.
#3: No one to walk me through the steps...I need training wheels.
#4: I just want to make excuses...

CrossFit: Muscle-up Modification
15 Muscle-ups for Time = 60 Pull-ups + 60 Dips For Time
I obviously chose the 60/60 combo.
(Time: 17.32)

*I thought my triceps were about to burst out of my arms. I am glad I did it in sets of 6 each (6 pull-ups, 6 dips, 6 pull-ups, 6 dips, and on and on). One day, one day, I will try a muscle-up...GIO, I NEED YOUR HELP! C'MON COACH!*Photo courtesy of Aggressive Health.

Workout 1/2: Modified Helen

"Helen" is always near and dear to me since it was one of my first CrossFit girls to kick me in the head. So, what a great way to start of a new year...revisiting an old friend. I have made a decision that will impact the workouts you see done here on my blog. I have decided to stay consistent doing the "Pack" WOD modifications in 2008. That way I have a real understanding of my abilities. Last year I was jumping all around from "Buttercup" WOD modifications to "as Rx'd." I think I finally understand CrossFit enough and have worked my way up to point where "Pack" WOD modifications are where I need to be. For those of you unfamiliar with modifications to CrossFit workouts, check out the Forum at Brand X Martial Arts. They have great modifications for every level.

CrossFit: Modified "Helen"
Three Rounds for Time of:
400m Sprints
40# Dumbbell Swings x 21
Pull-ups x 12
(Time: 16.32)

Workout 1/1: Shovel Snow

Cheers to a Happy New Year!

Workout: Shovel Snow
Dress warmly, pick up shovel, scoop up snow, throw it to the side. REPEAT until in-law's drive-way and sidewalk are clear.