400 m walking lunges
(an alternate WOD will be done for those running the 5k on Saturday)

Saturday Schedule:
8am – WOD – Run for Your Life 5k  (registration forms are at CF Alex)
9am – no class 
10-11 am – Crash Course on Paleo & Open Gym

10 Reasons Why We Go Heavy i.e. 5×5 squat cleans– by North Haven CrossFit

The goal of CrossFit isn’t just about strength, but it is certainly part of our program. According to the experts at CrossFit HQ – “It’s important to remember that strength training should show up regularly, but not at the expense of the other aspects of fitness. Strength is important, but it’s just one aspect of our GPP (General Physical Preparedness) program.”

Also, contrary to popular belief, weight training will not make you big and bulky ladies…unless that’s all you do & eat like a horse. Here’s 10 reasons why you should lift heavy things.

1. Strengthens your bones reducing your risk of developing osteoporosis.
2. Improves your muscular endurance.
3. Raises your base metabolic rate.
4. Increases your tolerance to injury.
5. Increase energy levels.
6. Decrease resting blood pressure.
7. Improve your posture
8. Increases your balance, coordination and spatial awareness
9. Improves your immune system.
10. And finally, generally makes you harder to kill.

Lifting heavy does offer many benefits but let’s put a disclaimer on this: lifting heavy should never come at the expense of proper form. Perfect form is the most important aspect in all of our lifts. So don’t be afraid next time you see a heavy WOD, look at it as an opportunity to challenge yourself and become “generally harder to kill“.