“The Chief” Max rounds in 3 minutes of:135 pound Power cleans, 3 reps6 Push-ups9 SquatsRest 1 minute. Repeat for a total of 5 cycles. Score rounds completed for each of the 5 cycles. Begin each new round at the beginning. The Chief – Anniversary Workout! How did The Chief become the anniversary workout? In the summer of...Read More

Every 2 minutes for as long as possible complete: From 0:00-2:00 15-ft. rope climbs, 2 ascents 185-lb. front squats, 2 reps From 2:00-4:00 15-ft. rope climbs, 2 ascents 185-lb. front squats, 4 reps From 4:00-6:00 15-ft. rope climbs, 2 ascents 185-lb. front squats, 6 reps Continue adding 2 reps to the front squat each interval...Read More

4 rounds for time:Run 400m15 power snatch (75/55)20 Abmat sit-upRest 2 minutes between rounds. Rounds 1 and 3 begin with run, rounds 2 and 4 begin with sit-ups.  Summer may be winding down but this cobbler is a must have before fall! It might be the only Paleo dessert that Eric has ever fallen in...Read More

Shane Update: For the past week Shane has been awaiting surgery for a skin and muscle graft for his leg. The surgery scheduled for today was unsuccessful and aborted as the doctors felt they need a larger flap of muscle than the one identified to cover the exposed bone on his leg. This was a disappointing day for...Read More

Burpee + 185-lb. back-squat ladder Rest 3 minutesBurpee + 115-lb. shoulder-press ladder Rest 3 minutesBurpee + 245-lb. deadlift ladder For the ladder pattern, perform 1 rep of each exercise the first minute, 2 reps of each the second minute, 3 reps of each the third minute, continuing as long as you are able. Use as...Read More

“Elizabeth” 21-15-9 reps of:Clean 135/95 poundsRing dipsFor this Elizabeth we will use power cleans. How Long? One of CrossFit’s oldest sayings goes like this: “CrossFit gives you infinite things to suck at.”  While we can all chuckle at this saying, we can also all relate to it. Whether you’re new to CrossFit and learned a killing pull-up...Read More

We hope to see everyone today at the Boulder Reservoir from 11-3pm for the annual Anniversary Party and Family Picnic. Please remember to bring a potluck item to share.  Hang Power Clean3-3-3Hang Squat Clean3-3-3Clean1-1-1-1-1Build through the ten sets without warming up between lifts. Last set of hang power cleans flows directly into first set of hang...Read More

10-20-30 reps for time:Kettlebell Swing (24/16)BurpeeGHD sit-upLunge Are You Ready to Party? The stage is set and we’re ready to party! We hope to see everyone tomorrow at the Boulder Reservoir from 11-3pm for the annual Anniversary Party and Family Picnic. See here for all of the party details including food, drinks, and potluck items.  And...Read More

“Kelly” Five rounds for time of:Run 400 meters30 Box jump, 24 inch box30 Wall ball shots, 20 pound ball Olympic Weightlifting Recap Once again, the Roots Summer Olympic Weightlifting Meet drew a talented group of lifters from the Denver area. Fifty athletes competed on the platforms including seasoned veterans and first time competitors.  With so much...Read More

Shane Update: Shane remains in stable condition at Denver General. He is awaiting surgery for his leg and will be there for at least a few more days. He smiled when he saw the gown and we let him know that everyone is thinking of him. He is not accepting visitors at this time. Grace30...Read More