Robbie Complete as many rounds as possible in 25 minutes of: 8 freestanding handstand push-ups 15-foot L-sit rope climb, 1 ascent  U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Robert J. Miller died Jan. 25, 2008, in Bari Kowt, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when he encountered small-arms fire while conducting combat operations. The 24-year-old, of Oviedo, Florida, was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and served during Operation Enduring Freedom. In October of 2010, Miller was awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously for his heroic actions in combat. Miller is survived by his parents, Philip and Maureen; brothers, Thomas, Martin and Edward; and sisters, Joanna, Mary, Therese and Patricia. In the quest for health, fitness, and longevity, there are many theories about what foods best support this effort. There is one “food” that rarely, if ever, comes to the discussion table – and that is sugar, especially...Read more

Isabel 30 reps for time of:  Snatch (135/95) OR Grace 30 reps for time of:  Clean and Jerk (135/95)  Read more

21-15-9 Dumbbell Thruster (35/25) Burpee Double Under* *For each round, double the number of double unders. So round one would look like 21 thruster, 21 burpee, 42 double unders.  Due to the inclement weather, the Spring Olympic Weightlifting Meet has been cancelled. Classes have been moved to 8 and 9am.  Who knows what this storm entails! Come on in and get in a workout before getting cozy by the fire!  Read more

Due to the imminent inclement weather, we have decided to cancel the 2016 Spring Olympic Weightlifting Meet. Competitors, please check your email for details. Complete as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes of: Run 400 meters 20 GHD sit-ups 95-lb. overhead squats, 10 reps  Post rounds completed to comments. On Saturday come cheer on your fellow Roots athletes at the 2016 Spring Olympic Weightlifting Meet! Lifting begins at 9am and will continue through the afternoon! Morning classes are shifted to 7:00 and 8:00am! Come workout and then check out the action on the platforms. We hope to see you there!  Read more

For time: 55 handstand push-ups 55-calorie row 55 wall-ball shots 55 deadlifts  Use the same loads you used in Workout 16.4. That’s right, this workout is 16.4 backwards, and for time.  As part of the 2016 Spring Challenge, we have partnered with a local meal delivery company – RADBoulder. RADBoulder and the coaching staff have worked together to create meal options that fit the CrossFit Kids Dietary prescription. Meals will be delivered on Monday and Thursday and athletes can choose between a 3, 5, or 7 meal delivery. Portions per meal: 4 ounces of protein per meal 3-4 ounces of starch per meal 6 ounces of vegetables Wicked tasty Learn more HERE or ORDER HERE! Post any questions to comments.  If you are registered for the challenge, here’s your To Do list for the week: Read the packet! The challenge packet will be emailed to all participants today, Thursday. Download the Is it Paleo?...Read more