3 rounds for time:1:00 thrusters (65/45):30 seconds rest1:00 burpees:30 seconds rest1:00 pull-ups:30 seconds rest REMINDER: Saturday classes have moved to 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30.SECOND REMINDER: In observance of the 4th of July holiday, Monday classes will be held at 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30 only. Parkour at Roots?…and then at the office. Yesterday we made a post about Parkour and asked if there was any interest in having a weekend workshop at Roots. IF you are interested, PLEASE post to yesterday’s comments so we can gauge interest. There’s also a great video for you to get an idea of what it’s all about. On the flip side, Kaitlin posted to comments this hilarious clip from The Office on Parkour.  It was laugh out loud funny so we had to share.Read more

South Central Regional Event 4 For time:10 Muscle-ups15 Handstand push-ups155 pound Squat clean, 20 repsRun 550 meters (we’ll run 600 meters) Parkour at Roots? Who’s interested in Parkour?  Not sure what is Parkour?  Check out the description below taken from the American Parkour website: Parkour is the physical discipline of training to overcome any obstacle within one’s path by adapting one’s movements to the environment. Parkour requires… consistent, disciplined training with an emphasis on functional strength, physical conditioning, balance, creativity, fluidity, control, precision, spatial awareness, and looking beyond the traditional use of objects. Parkour movements typically include… running, jumping, vaulting, climbing, balancing, and quadrupedal movement. Movements from other physical disciplines are often incorporated, but acrobatics or tricking alone do not constitute parkour. Parkour training focuses on… safety, longevity, personal responsibility, and self-improvement. It discourages reckless behavior, showing off, and dangerous stunts. Parkour practitioners value… community, humility, positive collaboration, sharing of...Read more

Today’s workout comes from Bayou City CrossFit.  Today, it is hosting a fundraiser called 57 Reps for TCH to benefit the Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, Texas.  A few of our members requested that we participate in this event which consists of the team workout posted below. For more information on the cause, the event, and how to contribute, visit the Bayou City CrossFit page. 57 Reps of Each Completed by the Team 1. Box Jumps, 20”2. Push Press, M 95, Coed 75, W 553. Sit ups w/ Dynamex toss, M 20, Coed 16, W 124. Lunges w/ dumbell, M 35, Coed 25, W 205. Push-ups6. KB Swings, M 35, Coed 35, W 307. Squat w/ dumbell M 35, Coed 25, W 208. BURPEES!!!! CrossFit Roots One Year Anniversary and Family Picnic The party of the century is just around the corner.  We hope to see you tomorrow at Harlow...Read more

Three rounds, 21-15- and 9 reps, for time of:135 pound Overhead squatChest to bar pull-ups A big congratulations to Mari and Ted (both Roots athletes) who will say “I do” and tie the knot this Saturday. As Roots gears up for its one year anniversary we’ll take the next 3 days to look at its beginnings.  As a heads up, we’re totally going out of order.  First up, the 8th Street Build-out. CrossFit Roots Build-out Part 2: Oops we need more space from Nicole Gibson on Vimeo.Read more

“Randy“ 75 pound Power snatch, 75 reps for time. Post time to comments. Three Days Until the Picnic! Just a few more days until the Roots One Year Anniversary Party and Family Picnic!  We’ll have lots of great food, toddy iced coffee, a slack line, and volleyball. To all the former lax players – bring your sticks! Gloves, frisbees, footballs, and soccer balls welcomed and encouraged! What sports gear are you bringing to the picnic?  Post to comments?Read more