Since I mentionned I was having an extreme lack of sleep lately, I was curious to read about the subject a little more.  As expected, turns out it’s much much more than just having burning eyes.

Oviously I found some lenghtly, very detailed research on this subject… but here’s a little abstract from an article I read that keeps it basic:

Sleep Deprivation Can Hinder Sports Performance

Most of what we know about sleep deprivation has to do with immune function and brain function. This study is interesting because it shows that sleep deprivation can negatively impact physiology that is critical for athletic performance — glucose metabolism and cortisol status. While no one completely understands the complexities of sleep, this (and other research) indicates that sleep deprivation can lead to increased levels of cortisol (a stress hormone), decreased activity of human growth hormone (which is active during tissue repair), and decreased glycogen sunthesis.

 Other studies link sleep deprivation with decreased aerobic endurance and increased ratings of perceived exertion.

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Crossfit’s September 24th WOD: “Nicole“

Complete as many rounds in 20 minutes as you can of:
Run 400 meters
Max rep Pull-ups

Post number of pull-ups completed for each round to comments.

To build speed and strenght, sometimes you need to get off the track.

Read KICK some GRASS article written by Ed Eyestone from the runners world.

135 pound Clean and Jerk, 30 reps  (rx’d weight for ladies is 85lbs)

Use 95 pounds, 65 pounds or broomstick as needed and post time and load to comments.

Janine's Piece of art: Doing "FRAN"

“Fran”

Three rounds, 21-15- and 9 reps, for time of:
95 pound Thruster
Pull-ups

I couldn’t find a picture… so I thought I’d entertain you with a specialized drawing directly from my own hotel room studio.

I stopped drinking juice a few years ago. But when I tell people around me (i won’t name them ) how over-sugar loaded they are, nobody seems to listen.  Maybe it just needs to be heard by someone else. I love this guy… Check this out

Sean Croxton is a nutrition expert, strength and conditioning specialist, personal trainer, and educator. www.undergroundwellness.com

Hank Cej. Heavy Deadlift

 

We’re planning to meet up Friday morning around 8:00 AM for a nice start to the day. Contact ME if you’re interested.

crossfitbathurst@gmail.com or 543 1775