Monday, August 31, 2009
Pose Running
We had a great turnout this weekend at our sold out Pose Running Seminar with Valerie Hunt, Level II Pose Running Coach. Today you get to practice your new running method.
For more information on Valerie -
http://www.posetech.com/services/ValerieHunt.html
WOD:
400m Run
25 Pullups
400m Run
50 MB Slams #20
400m Run
25 Pullups
400m Run
For Time
PALEO RECIPE - from Elana's Pantry
I was looking for a salad dressing alternative and ran across this one.
Creamy Avocado Dressing
1 avocado
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup water
1/4 celtic sea salt
1/4 black pepper
1. Place avocado, olive oil, lemon juice and water in blender.
2. Puree until smooth thenblend in salt and pepper
3. Serve over green or chopped salad.
Friday, August 28, 2009
Fight Gone Tabata
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Why CrossFit Works
And it's not. Marrying together Olympic sports is a hard stinking workout, and...READ MORE
PALEO RECIPE
HAM AND PINEAPPLE FRITTER (yes its good!)
Ingredients
1 slice pineapple
2 slices finely sliced ham
1 egg
Almond meal
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Allspice
1 tsp Oil
Avocado (optional for serving)
Instructions
In a bowl, beat egg with some cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice to taste.
Spread some almond meal on a plate. Place ham on one side of the pineapple piece and dip into
the beaten egg to coat. Coat the pineapple/ham in the almond meal and place on a heated fry pan with oil and lightly cook until almond meal has browned.
Serve with avocado (optional)
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Health, Fitness and a Fight.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
FGB IV video
Fight Gone Bad from David Tillman on Vimeo.
95 pound Thruster, 5 reps
95 pound Hang Powercleans, 7 reps
95 pound Sumo Deadlift High-pull, 10 reps
Monday, August 24, 2009
Great Time in the Park!
Big thanks to our CrossFitters who came out to sweat at our Free workout in Milburn Park Saturday. It was AWESOME to have so many folks from Camp Mabry come join us as well!
21 Pull-ups
21 Sit-ups
Walking lunge 100 ft.
18 Pull-ups
18 Sit-ups
Walking lunge 100 ft.
15 Pull-ups
15 Sit-ups
Walking lunge 100 ft.
12 Pull-ups
12 Sit-ups
Walking lunge 100 ft.
9 Pull-ups
9 Sit-ups
Walking Lunge 100 ft.
6 Pull-ups
6 Sit-ups
Friday, August 21, 2009
Fight Gone Friday
From Balboa CrossFit:
Exert from interview with Dr. Jonny Bowden...
Q: I was in the organic store the other day and they were trumpeting how ground beef in the grocery store usually has the DNA of 1,000 different cows in it, while farm-raised organic stuff is often from one cow. Should I care?
A: You should care very much, but probably for slightly different reasons.
Ground beef in the grocery store inevitably comes from what we call "feedlot farms." These places are basically factories, and they bear as much resemblance to the old country farms of our childhood as a cheap Casio keyboard does to a handmade Steinway grand piano.
Cows on these "farms" are production machines for meat and milk. They're fed grain, which isn't their natural diet, and which causes great acidity in their systems. This produces "meat product" that's very high in inflammatory omega-6's and woefully lacking in omega-3's. Read More
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Technical Movements
Kendel displays how the overhead Squat can make you very strong by forcing you to tense literally every muscle and system in your body.
What's the deal with beans, peanuts and soy? I thought they were paleo!
Lectins and gluten (the bad stuff in grains) are both types of protein and can be categorised in the same family. However each has its own dangers.
It’s important to know that lectins (which are also found in legumes, peanuts and soy beans) are resistant to cooking and our digestive enzymes, so it’s a hard task to try and stop them from doing their nasty work in the body. Lectins have been linked to inflammatory problems as well as digestive diseases; leaky gut syndrome becoming one of the larger problems in society at the moment, which is then linked to autoimmune diseases (in which the body attacks itself). The reason lectins have such an intense effect on our digestive system and cause leaky gut syndrome is because lectins dramatically damage the gut defenses (as well as going on beyond the gut to damage joints and our skin complexion) called microvilli which line the small intestine and help to digest and transport food particles into the blood stream and the lymph system. When leaky gut syndrome has set in, the damage done to the microvilli has become excessive and has made the absorption of fats, vitamins and minerals extremely hard to digest. (Educate yourself a little More.)
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WOD800m Run
3 Rounds of:
25 Knees to elbows
15 KB Swings
After the 3 rounds run 800m before stopping the clock
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Meatballs With Crunchy Sweet Potato Chips
Ingredients
250g mince
1tsp salt
1 /3 cup almond meal
3 cups baby spinach
1tsp dijon mustard (optional)
25g tomato paste
2tbs sage
1 sweet potato, medium
Olive oil
Instructions
Pre-heat fan-forced oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
Place spinach in a bowl and cover with boiling water, leave for 2 minutes before draining as much liquid as possible from the spinach. Chop well. Place spinach in a bowl along with mince, salt, almond meal, mustard, tomato paste and sage. Combine well.
Roll into 2.5cm size balls and place on an oven proof baking tray lined with baking paper.
Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
Meanwhile, heat enough oil in a frying pan for deep frying. Peel sweet potato then slice into ribbons using a vegetable peeler. Place a small handful of sweet potato ribbons in frying pan and fry for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly browned. Remove from frying pan and place on a plate lined with paper towel to drain.
Repeat with remaining sweet potato.
To serve, place sweet potato ribbons on a plate and top with meatballs.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Kids Foods Deemed Unhealthy....No Way?!
A recent article on philly.com spoke of an analysis of 367 kids products of which 90% were deemed unhealthy. Shocking right? Well, the bigger news is that this study excluded candy and soft drinks. So the 90% was for the everyday foods that parents willingly buy their kids and pack in their lunches.
These sugar, fat, and salt rich foods are destroying America's youth and causing a multitude of the problems that are seen today. I'm sure the study didn't even touch on artificial colors or flavors.
Even more disturbing is that 62% of these foods had some sort of nutritional claim. The article gives examples such as "made with real fruit juice" or "no artificial flavors". In my experience, the more a food has to claim its nutritional benefit, the worse it is. Imagine that person who tries to convince you they are smart by all the knowledge they know. That person either isn't smart, or is an a-hole.
So how can you teach your child to eat healthier? The simplest way is to set the proper example. Your child will eat what you eat. You can find some great cracker alternatives at whole foods. Our favorites are the Nut-Thins made by Blue Diamond. They come in almond, hazelnut, and pecan. I've attached a picture to help you find them.
You can also give your child fruits and veggies to bring to school. Baby carrots pack easily and taste good. If they won't eat them, give some cashew butter to dip them in. Spread some almond butter on some celery sticks. There are ways to get veggies into the diet. Pack some grapes or other fruits that taste good and travel well.
The key still is to set the example. Make time for food. If you snack on unhealthy foods, your child will too. Show that food isn't simply a necessity, but rather a way of living. Be creative and eat healthy. Your body and future teen will thank you.
Posted by Aaron Mittica at http://www.paleodietonline.com/
Lindsey and Ben enjoying the wod at 5:30this morning.
WOD
Press 1-1-1-1-1
Push Press 3-3-3-3-3
Push Jerk 5-5-5-5-5
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Salad Dressing
1/4 cup basil flavored olive oil
1 clove garlic diced
1/4 tsp superfine ground mustard
1/4 tsp oregano
fresh sqeezed lemon juice (1/4 small lemon)
salt and pepper to taste
shake well.
Honey Mustard Dressing
1/2 C spring water
1/2 C olive oil
1 t mustard powder
1 pinch of white pepper
1/8 t garlic powder
2 T honey
shake well.
Ranch Dressing
1 C paleo mayo
1 C coconut milk
1 t dried dill
1/2 t garlic powder
Pepper to taste
Mix all together. Better if refrigerated for one hour before serving butnot necessary. Should be noted that this tastes just like regular dressing,no coconut taste at all. Great as a salad dressing or dip for raw veggies.
For more Dressing Recipes click here.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Dining Out...Its so easy a Caveman could do it.
Paleo Challenge Before/After Photo Contestants from Matt Chan on Vimeo.
Paleo cooking isn't just for you your kitchen. Dining out and remaining healthy should come as second nature. After all, This is your health we are talking about! Almost all restaurants have quality sources of protein (beef, chicken, pork) and a selection of fruit or vegetables. Understand that you don't have to stick to the salad menu (but if you do stay clear of the dressing.) If you order a chicken plate which offers mixed veggies and a baked potato ask the waiter for double veggies in place of the potato. Spice up any meal by requesting a side of salsa, pico, or avocados.
Here is one athletes take on the Caveman Nancy Challenge thus far...
I am actually feeling very good and very proud of myself. I truly wondered if I could do it, I am the candy queen! I had trouble with my energy level at first, but by the second week felt better. I am not going hungry nor am I having those bloated feelings. I leave the table feeling like I ate just enough. If I do get hungry between meals, I have some nuts or grapes. I miss my Starbuck's mochas more than anything, however I have a feeling when I am allowed to have one again, I won't like them anymore. I am betting they will taste too sweet.(Did I just say that?!) I need to start trying some different recipes to add variety for sure. We have just been busy and it's too hot to cook, so I need to work on that. I have lost 3 or 4 pounds(pounds I had put back on by reverting to old habits) and overalll, I am very glad I did this. Thanks for helping me accomplish things I never thought possible....this means the workouts and the diet! You guys are awesome!
Keep the nutrition questions, comments and suggestions coming, as we love to share knowledge and help all of our athletes progress!
WOD
3 Rounds
42 Double Unders
35 Sit ups
21 Pull ups
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Chocolate Chip Brownies
1 (16) ounce jar salted almond butter, smooth roasted
2 eggs
1 ¼ cups agave nectar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup cocoa powder
½ teaspoon celtic sea salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup dark chocolate 73%
1. In a large bowl, blend almond butter until smooth with a hand blender
2. Blend in eggs, then blend in agave and vanilla
3. Blend in cocoa, salt and baking soda, then fold in chocolate chips
4. Grease a 9 x 13 pyrex baking dish
5. Pour batter into dish
6. Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes
Makes about 24 brownies
Monday, August 17, 2009
Healthy Inside and Out
1 package of lean ground beef
Slice up the sausage and throw it in a skillet with the ground beef. Cook until browned in a fair amount of olive oil. Add spices liberally: garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, cilantro, paprika, and if you want to get wild, 1 Tbsp of unsweetened cocoa for a Mole style extravaganza!
Friday, August 14, 2009
TGIF WOD
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Goodbye Matt!
Making sure we were fed after the Epic Challenge!
Matt is leaving us to head to college at UCF! Matt has been around Tillman Physical Therapy & Sports Training since December of 2005! He started with us as a patient. He was a freshman in high school with a bit of attitude, but progressed quickly to become David's right-hand man and assistant. When we affiliated with CrossFit, Inc. in 2007, Matt was one of the first to jump on board with the idea and concepts and loved it! Matt played football for Cedar Park High School and although he suffered an injury, he was there for his teammates every step of the way.
Matt is an excellent athlete. Due to his injury, Matt double-unders on one leg and rows instead of runs. He is an inspiration to those who don't think they can - because he does it - injuries not withstanding. He is on our leader board in several places. He just went up 40lbs on his CrossFit Total with 915, a 5'35" Fran, 4'34" Grace, 8'20" Jackie and our first to master 30 Muscle-ups for time!
Matt is our employee, a terrific CrossFit Level 1 and Youth Speed & Agility Coach and above all else - a great friend. We will miss you, but know you are going to kick butt in College! Thanks for everything!
WOD:
10 Medball Cleans #20
10 Burpees
10 Squats
100 jump ropes
AMRAP in 15 minutes
Paleo Recipe - from Paleo Cookbook Grilled Cumin Fish with Salsa
Ingredients Fish 2 fish fillets, large 1 garlic clove, finely grated 1tbs ground cumin 1/3 cup olive oil 1/3 cup lemon juice Salsa 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 red capsicum, diced 1 bunch parsley, roughly chopped 1 avocado, diced 1tbs olive oil 2tbs apple cider vinegar
Instructions Combine garlic, cumin, olive oil and lemon juice. Place fish in a bowl and rub on cumin mixture. Cover and place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Pre‐heat a grill to medium heat. Place fish on grill and cook for 3‐4 minutes each side, or until cooked through. To make the salsa, place all salsa ingredients into a mixing bowl and combine well.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Congratulations Scott and Nikki!
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
FGB IV
FGB IV from David Tillman on Vimeo.
Fight Gone Bad is an amazing fund raiser that CrossFit affiliates across the world get involved in. All proceeds benefit Athletes for a Cure and Wounded Warrior Project. Two very worthy causes! We need your help, there are a couple ways to participate.
The event takes place on Saturday, Sept. 26th.
We are happy to organize this event in Cedar Park. If you want to do the WOD go here to register as a participant with our team. If you don't want to do the workout, we still need your help for theFund Raising. Many volunteers will also be needed to help make this event one of the biggest CrossFit Cedar Park has ever put on. This is all hands on deck!
For more information about the event go here.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Fear Not
Friday, August 7, 2009
FIT Test Day!
Fit Test
400 m sprint
1 minute max pushups
1 minute max sit ups
Tabata Squats
3-3-3-3-3
Push Press
Paleo Recipe
This one is for your almond or cashew butter
Garlic Crackers
Ingredients
1 cup almond meal
1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
1 tsp olive oil
1 egg white
Good dash salt
Dash ground hot paprika (optional)
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Place all ingredients in a bowl and combine well. Place mixture on a sheet of baking paper, and place another sheet of baking paper over the top. Roll mixture out into a 3-4mm thickness using a rolling pin. Score pastry with the back of a knife into individual square pieces. Carefully remove baking paper from the top of pastry, then holding the baking paper on the bottom of the pastry mix, move onto an oven proof baking tray. Place in oven for 15-20 minutes, or until slightly browned. Leave to cook then break crackers into individual pieces.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
PR Week
Kids Speed & Agility Summer Program ended in a great success today with a fantastic water balloon fight. Thanks to all the kids who attended!
WOD:
Fight Gone Bad
In this workout you move from each of five stations after a minute. This is a five-minute round from which a one-minute break is allowed before repeating. We've used this in 3 and 5 round versions. The stations are:
- Wall-ball: 20 pound ball, 10 ft target. (Reps)
- Sumo deadlift high-pull: 75 pounds (Reps)
- Box Jump: 20" box (Reps)
- Push-press: 75 pounds (Reps)
- Row: calories (Calories)
The clock does not reset or stop between exercises. On call of "rotate," the athlete/s must move to next station immediately for good score. One point is given for each rep, except on the rower where each calorie is one point.
Congratulations to the following Clients who had PR's on their deadlifts this week.
Jodie - 185lbs
Mike G. - 335lbs
Mike F. - 430lbs
Trevor - 385lbs
Matt - 405lbs
John - 265lbs
Kelly - 165lbs (first DL ever)
Bri - 225 lbs
Kindel - 245lbs
Jody - 185lbs
Alex - 135lbs
PALEO RECIPE (I did promise didn't I)
Chocolate Macaroons
Ingredients
3 large egg whites
1/3 cup honey *
3 tbs cocoa powder
¾ cup chopped walnuts
1½ shredded coconut
1/3 cup almond meal
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Place egg whites in a bowl and beat using
an electric beater until stiff peaks form. Fold in honey, cocoa powder, walnuts,
coconut and almond meal until just combined to minimise the handling of the
batter.
Spoon 1-2 tbs of mixture per macaroon into onto an oven proof tray lined with
baking paper. Bake in oven for 15 minutes for medium sized macaroons, or 18 minutes for larger
size macaroons, or until light brown in color. Cool before serving.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Kids Speed and Agility
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Challenging Yourself
On our Nancy Challenge, we thought Courtney would put herself into the Beginner Category. She surprised us on Friday by doing some Overhead Squats with the 45lb bar and decided she would go into the Intermediate Category.
I'm pretty sure during some of the rounds, especially 1 and 2, she wanted that light bar back, but she pushed through and rounds 3, 4 and 5 were great! She found her rhythm and went with it.
Our challenges are designed to see how much you can improve in 6 weeks. By upping her weight, Courtney put herself into the position to be able to cut some serious time off her Nancy WOD. That is exciting! Courtney is following the same path as her sister, Brittany, who just had her first RX in July. This family is kicking butt!
Have you challenged yourself recently?
WOD
1-1-1-1-1-
Deadlift
Paleo Recipe
from
Nicole Ashman
1 granny smith
3 oz crushed cashews
6 oz unsweetened coconut milk
1/3 cup unsweetened apple juice, natural juice
1 tsp cinnamon
1 egg
Remove core and slice apples into slices. Beat the egg and add the milk and juice in one bowl. In another put the cinnamon and cashews, mix. Dredge the apple slice in the milk then dip it in the cashews, coat it. The coating will be sticky. You only have to coat the top side. Line a pan with aluminum foil and grease it with coconut oil.
Place the apples on the pan. Bake at 350 till golden brown.
AND THE MOST IMPORTANT PART IS TO ENJOY!!!!
Monday, August 3, 2009
PALEO RECIPE
Cashew Nut Hummus
2/3 Cup Cashews - unsalted
2 TBS Olive Oil
2 TBS Lemon Juice
1-3 cloves garlic (to taste)
Blend ingredients together and serve with carrots or celery