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Annual shop closure Day 3. Whiteboard Names and Nicknames Ever wonder why the names Mr. Exercise, Blaster, ScanMan, Sampo, Bird, and KU Molly grace the whiteboard?  Where’s their real name and is Mr. Exercise a joke? If a new member joins and there is already someone at the shop with the same name, we try to figure out a nickname for the new person.  It’s always best when the person at the shop with the name gives the new person their nickname – hence Jim Rowe’s nickname of Lil’ Jim for Jim Kienholz.  The coaches have also been known to dish out some nicknames based on events at the shop – such as Dave’s question about the blasters we were going to be doing in class, meaning thrusters. Do you have a nickname at the shop?  If so, how did you get it? Do you need a nickname at the...Read more

Annual shop closure Day 2. Meet a Root – Allison Months CrossFitting? Since Feb 2010—18 months I guess Favorite WOD or lift (pick one)? The Chief Least favorite WOD or lift (pick one)?  Any WOD with DUs What do you do for work? (career)  I’m the art director for 2 magazines about beer What is your favorite thing about CrossFit? There’s so much positive energy and team work in that shop from all the athletes and coaches, it’s motivating and inspiring. When I’m having a rough day at work the accomplishments I make in every workout really help lift my spirits. What is your least favorite thing about CrossFit?  Bloody ripped calluses Do you have any goals in CrossFit?  Anything specific you want to accomplish?  PULLUPS–I’m so freaking close and I want to do it! When you’re not CrossFitting, what activities keep you busy? Tele skiing and mountain biking Where...Read more

Annual shop closure Day 1.   Fight Gone Bad 6 Details During the week of September 12th CrossFit Affiliates all over the world will do the workout Fight Gone Bad to raise money for three great causes. This has been an annual event since 2006 and has raised a combined total of more than $2 million. This year, CrossFit Roots will participate in the event that raises money for the following charities: Special Operations Warrior Foundation, CrossFit Kids and the Infant Swimming Resource, and Camp Patriot. How Can You Help? First, come participate in the event and do the workout! Help us raise money by donating and through fundraising efforts among your friends and family. To get started, go to the official FGB6 website and register. Please be sure to join the CrossFit Roots team; this will track your individual as well as our total affiliate donations. Anyone raising $150...Read more

Tomorrow begins our week long annual shop closure.  We will post content each day with lots of information on upcoming events and pictures of the new space.  Enjoy the time away and come back chomping at the bit! Event information will include:– Fight Gone Bad Fundraiser– Fall Food Challenge– Barbells for Boobs  Read more