Back squat 10-10-10-10-10 reps Why I’m Doing the Open – Alex Chaux In the 4th installment of our “Why I’m Doing the Open” series we highlight athlete Alex Chaux. Age: 46Occupation: Manager of IT DevelopmentFamily: 1 sonWODS: 5 per week 1. How many years have you been CrossFitting?4.5 life enhancing years. 2. How many years have you done the Open?2 years. 3. Why did you choose to compete in the Open?I was a bit reluctant at first, to be honest.  I never wanted Crossfit to be a competition for me because I didn’t want to push myself beyond my abilities to the point of injury.  I’ve had that type of an experience with other sports, and thought I might do the same here.  Fortunately that was not the case.  Keeping your ego in check is a good lesson to learn.  Approaching the Open with the attitude of having fun while seeing...Read more

Michael3 rounds for time of:Run 800 meters50 back extensions50 sit-ups Friday Night Lights Open Series: The Warm-up Coach There’s only 3 weeks left before the first CrossFit Open workout is released and the CrossFit Roots Friday Night Lights Open Series (FNLOS) begins!  As you all know we will be running WODs in heats through the night which means you’ll be responsible for warming yourself up but have no fear, a Warmup Coach will be near! In addition to the coaches that are present and floating around to help you with the Open there will also be a designated Warmup Coach (WC) in the warmup area.  The WC will rotate each week and their name will be listed on the whiteboard so you know to look for them. The WC is there to answer any questions you have regarding how to warmup (a specific warmup will be written on the whiteboard), discuss movement...Read more

21-18-15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:115-lb. power cleansOne-legged squats, right legOne-legged squats, left leg Valentine’s Day Couples Workout is FRIDAY! – Sign-up for Childcare Too. Hey Roots Couples – Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and that means only one thing – it’s time to show your couples love at the Roots Valentine’s Day Couples Workout. Read below so you’re in the know! When: FRIDAY, February 13th at 5:00 PM Who: This workout is open to CrossFit Roots couples.  Both partners must be active members at Roots. How: Sign-up on MBO.  Both partners must sign-up in MBO under the Valentine’s Day WOD on the regular class schedule. What: A couples workout with your other half. Childcare: Sign-up is limited and registration is available on the clipboard at the front desk of the shop.  Cost is $10 for the first child and $3 for each sibling.  No diaper changing services included.  The child must be able to perform...Read more

Robbie Complete as many rounds as possible in 25 minutes of:8 freestanding handstand push-ups15-foot L-sit rope climb, 1 ascent SFH at Roots TODAY! Swing by the shop and say hi to Matt Aporta and Stronger, Faster, Healthier.  Read more

In teams of 2, AMRAP 20 minutes:1 deadlift1 squat clean1 front squat1 push jerkOnly one partner working at a time.  Partners must complete full sets before trading off.  Partners can complete one or many sets at a time before trading off.  Teen Strength and Conditioning Intro Today Come join Trevor at 11am for an intro to the CrossFit Roots Teens Strength and Conditioning Program. Learn about the program, try a workout, and see what it’s all about. Saturday, February 7th at 11:00am (TODAY!).Read more