Military Fitness Program

CrossFit Hero Workout "Blain"

2010-08-23T04:36:00.001-07:00

2010-07-13T10:44:00.001-07:00

Remembering those who gave their all

2010-07-11T13:55:00.000-07:00

This workout is called "Blain" in honor of this Airborne brudda, Sgt. Blain Redding
click here

MARINE STUNS A TEA PARTY WITH THE FOURTH VERSE OF THE STAR SPANGLED BANNER

2010-06-13T11:21:00.000-07:00

Free CrossFit for recruits

2010-06-03T10:01:00.001-07:00

Welcome home vets!

2010-05-31T19:41:00.000-07:00

Great video
of soldiers returning home
watch here

Memorial Day afternoon workout

2010-05-31T18:02:00.001-07:00

Thank you to our veterans!

2010-05-30T12:50:00.001-07:00

efficient warrior

2010-05-25T10:01:00.000-07:00

Watch my former instructor in Russian Systema here

Airborne CrossFit brothers

2010-05-24T19:41:00.001-07:00

Low Rack-Pulls

2010-05-24T19:13:00.001-07:00

Push Jerks & Burpees

2010-05-21T10:24:00.001-07:00

Pullup medley

2010-05-18T18:13:00.001-07:00

My morning workout today

2010-04-19T19:34:00.001-07:00

bodyweight & Battling Ropes

2010-04-02T05:39:00.001-07:00

Nice work on split jerks this morning!

2010-03-31T17:03:00.000-07:00

These guys all got 205lb

Louis

Bulldog

Pat (got it a little while after this)

More Oly. practice

2010-03-24T19:25:00.001-07:00

Seated rack press/concentric bench

2010-03-24T10:24:00.001-07:00

St. Patrick's Day CrossFit Workout

2010-03-17T05:46:00.001-07:00

more band & chain work

2010-03-16T17:21:00.001-07:00

2nd workout today

2010-03-15T18:31:00.001-07:00

1st of 2 workouts today

2010-03-15T10:38:00.001-07:00

How recruiters can stay in shape

2010-02-23T17:50:00.000-08:00

A Marine Corps hero goes home

2010-02-20T22:29:00.000-08:00

My Dad, Capt. Fiore C. DiMeo, USMC, Ret., completed his final mission tonight, at 90 years of age.
A veteran of both World War II and the Korean War, he was no stranger to tough fighting.
His final battle was against multiple enemies: congestive heart failure, prostate cancer, pneumonia, & kidney failure.
He fought well, as you would expect from a Marine with 28 years of service.
I was blessed to be at is side when he took his final breath tonight.
Semper Fi, Dad!

How recruiters stay in shape

2010-02-09T11:22:00.000-08:00

Sounds like it might be worth watching

2010-02-08T04:25:00.000-08:00

On January 12th, Brothers at War, an award-winning documentary film about an American military family facing the crucible of war, was released on DVD.

This documentary beautifully expresses why we are so passionate about supporting our military service members and their families. Soldiers’ Angels was proud to help spread the word about this great documentary when it was in theaters, and proud to continue that support.

Please read on to find out how you can help, including a way to support Soldiers’ Angels by receiving a discount on the DVD!

Gary Sinise and an Award-winning Film

Actor and musician Gary Sinise felt so strongly about this film upon seeing it that he became an Executive Producer. Here are his thoughts: "Brothers at War celebrates the courage and integrity of the American Soldier and the American military family. It is also a film about a man's love and respect for his two brothers and his dedication to telling their story. A great film that I am proud to be a part of." This film "gets it." It is a rare look at the bonds and service of our soldiers on the frontlines, and the profound effect their service has on the loved ones they leave behind.
An Opportunity to Support Soldiers' Angels

The Brothers at War team feels so passionate about supporting organizations that support our nation's military families that they have already raised over $100,000. Now we are partnering with them to offer you an opportunity to see a great film and directly support a cause you believe in, Soldier's Angels. If you purchase the movie on the Brothers at War web site (www.brothersatwarmovie.com) and input the promotional code "ANGELS", you will receive a 10% discount off your purchase, while also supporting Soldier's Angels (with 10% of the proceeds going to support us). Brothers at War DVD, soundtrack CD, and combination packages are available.
A Note from the Film's Director-Producer

For more information, please read the following from the film's director and producer (and brother of three active Armed Forces personnel), Jake Rademacher. You can also find more information on the web site. www.brothersatwarmovie.com.
Friends,

Thank you for going the extra mile in your support of Soldier's Angels and Brothers at War. With another surge of troops into Afghanistan, American military families are being called upon to step up to the plate once again. We need your support to help spread the word about Brothers at War. It is vital that the story of our military families; their service, sacrifices, and achievements be broadcast across the world.

In making this film, I was able to cross the chasm between my brothers and myself, and my family reunited. Seeing the reuniting impact that Brothers at War has had on other families facing the crucible of war has been amazing and deeply gratifying.

I deeply appreciate your support, your validation and your willingness to help us spread the word. It has been the greatest honor to put a frame around the reality of our service members on the edge of the battlefield and the families who support them at home. God Bless you all. Thank you for your vital support.

Jake Rademacher

Please help spread the word by passing this information on to family, friends and associates!

Wingtip to Wingtip,

Patti Patton-Bader
Soldiers' Angels Founder and CEO

Facebook - Soldiers' Angels (official)
Twitter - @soldiersangels
Monthly Newsletter - www.soldiersangels.org/index.php?page=newsletters

a true hero

2010-01-31T17:52:00.000-08:00

I met Shifty in the Philadelphia airport several years ago. I didn't
know who he was at the time. I just saw an elderly gentleman having
trouble reading his ticket. I offered to help, assured him that he was
at the right gate, and noticed the "Screaming Eagle," the symbol of
the 101st Airborne, on his hat.
Making conversation, I asked him if he'd been in the 101st Airborne
or if his son was serving. He said quietly that he had been in the
101st. I thanked him for his service, then asked him when he served,
and how many jumps he made.
Quietly and humbly, he said "Well, I guess I signed up in 1941 or so,
and was in until sometime in 1945 .. . ... " at which point my heart
skipped.

At that point, again, very humbly, he said "I made the 5 training
jumps at Toccoa, and then jumped into Normandy . . . . do you know
where Normandy is?" At this point my heart stopped.

I told him "yes, I know exactly where Normandy is, and I know what
D-Day was." At that point he said "I also made a second jump into
Holland , into Arnhem ." I was standing with a genuine war hero . . ..
and then I realized that it was June, just after the anniversary of
D-Day...
I asked Shifty if he was on his way back from France , and he said
"Yes. And it's real sad because, these days, so few of the guys are
left, and those that are, lots of them can't make the trip." My heart
was in my throat and I didn't know what to say.

I helped Shifty get onto the plane and then realized he was back in
Coach while I was in First Class. I sent the flight attendant back to
get him and said that I wanted to switch seats. When Shifty came
forward, I got up out of the seat and told him I wanted him to have
it, that I'd take his in coach.

He said "No, son, you enjoy that seat. Just knowing that there are
still some who remember what we did and who still care is enough to
make an old man very happy." His eyes were filling up as he said it..
And mine are brimming up now as I write this.

Shifty died on June 17, 2009 after fighting cancer.

Day #3 of the Lumberjack 20

2009-12-04T18:52:00.001-08:00

Day #2 of the Lumberjack 20

2009-12-04T05:03:00.001-08:00

Please support your brothers & sisters at Fort Hood

2009-12-04T04:25:00.000-08:00

A big "thank you" to those who have already donated!

Please support this very worthy cause if you have not done so already.
In addition to losing some of America's finest soldiers, 4 of those killed and 11 of those wounded were CrossFit athletes.
Surely you can help at least with a few bucks, right?
You donate now at the top right side of this page.
Thank you for your generosity!

Day #1 of Lumberjack 20

2009-12-02T11:49:00.001-08:00

weighted Battling Ropes workout at OneTrueMedia.com

2009-11-17T18:07:00.001-08:00

Thank you from an old Marine at OneTrueMedia.com

2009-11-11T19:15:00.001-08:00

CrossFit USMC burthday workout #1 at OneTrueMedia.com

2009-11-10T18:31:00.001-08:00

CrossFit Tennessee Marines

2009-10-21T10:26:00.000-07:00

A Marine Corps hero goes home

2009-10-15T09:54:00.000-07:00

Wed Oct 14, 8:29 pm ET

PRESCOTT, Ariz. – Willard Varnell Oliver, a member of the Navajo Code Talkers who confounded the Japanese during World War II by transmitting messages in their native language, died Wednesday. He was 88.

Lawrence Oliver said his father died at the Northern Arizona Veterans Administration Health Care System Hospital in Prescott, Ariz. He had been declining health for the past two years.

Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley Jr. ordered flags on the Navajo Nation to be flown at half-staff from Oct. 15-19 in honor of Oliver, who is at least the fifth Code Talker to die since May.

Oliver was part of an elite group of Navajo Marines who confused the Japanese during World War II by transmitting messages in Navajo.

The Code Talkers took part in every assault the Marines conducted in the Pacific from 1942 to 1945. Their work was declassified in 1968.

Oliver, who grew up between Shiprock and Farmington, N.M., served in the South Pacific with the 2nd Marine Division from 1943 to 1945. He was wounded during the battle of Saipan of 1944.

Oliver's brother, Lloyd Oliver, was also a member of the elite group.

His funeral is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday in his hometown of Lukachukai.

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Don't miss this

2009-09-25T11:53:00.000-07:00

Crossfit LA Gets Some TV On from Sportsgrants on Vimeo.

"Dog on a rope"

2009-09-18T11:31:00.001-07:00

"Bulldog" Copeland attacks the Battling Ropes

Pat hits it hard again!

2009-09-18T11:29:00.000-07:00

PJs rock!

2009-09-15T11:00:00.000-07:00

Check out this article on the Air Force PJs
http://www.michaelyon-online.com/pedros.htm

Get this book! That's an order!

2009-09-12T15:21:00.000-07:00

Training up

2009-08-29T06:45:00.000-07:00

Getting for Pararescue

2009-08-26T10:54:00.000-07:00

Scaled-down version of WOD: Filthy 50

2009-07-20T06:24:00.000-07:00

Lead by example!

2009-06-09T05:53:00.000-07:00

Getting ready for some of the Army's toughest training

2009-06-03T11:15:00.001-07:00

GOD bless our veterans!

2009-05-25T06:39:00.000-07:00

WOD "Kaity"

2009-05-25T06:37:00.000-07:00

Gettin' the edge

2009-05-19T09:50:00.000-07:00

Matt & Alex training up for the military

2009-05-18T05:59:00.000-07:00

AJ is training along with these two guys, because he can hang with the program.

1st day at CrossFit Gulf Coast

2009-05-11T15:45:00.000-07:00

Alex got some CF experience this morning.
Good job on your first day, Alex!

training while on leave

2009-05-05T19:08:00.000-07:00

Bulldog and the Anaconda

2009-05-01T05:51:00.000-07:00

Battling Ropes, 400 meter runs, & chin-ups

2009-04-30T09:47:00.000-07:00

Ropes, Runs, & Power Cleans

2009-04-23T11:21:00.000-07:00

Bulldog in action

2009-04-21T16:45:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to our new Marine!

2009-02-20T05:04:00.000-08:00

Home on leave & "relaxing" CrossFit-style

2009-01-03T19:16:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!

2009-01-01T04:48:00.000-08:00

Okay, it's 2009.
New Years resolutions are useless, so what are you serious athletes going to do improve your overall fitness this year?
Do you have real goals (like I said, not some lame resolution)?
Please post your comments

We were honored to have several military CFers here in the last few weeks

2009-01-01T03:45:00.000-08:00

You gotta love this t-shirt from CrossFit West Virginia!
Nothing quite like military humor :)

a little military humor

2008-11-12T06:13:00.000-08:00

Are we proud of her? You bet !!!!!!!!!!

2008-11-11T10:59:00.000-08:00

Paola ships out for Parris Island next week, and she's worked really hard to be ready!

more Olympic lifting basics

2008-11-04T06:10:00.000-08:00

Dedicated CrossFitters in action

2008-11-03T05:34:00.000-08:00

basics of the squat clean

2008-10-28T06:08:00.000-07:00

the other workout

2008-10-23T12:22:00.000-07:00

Hey, turn your speakers on, okay?

Fithy 50

2008-10-22T07:25:00.000-07:00

Had to show you guys this one!

2008-10-22T05:22:00.000-07:00

Hard-core bodyweight circuit

2008-10-17T07:22:00.001-07:00

This guy learns fast!

2008-10-16T07:27:00.000-07:00

3-2-1 GO!!!!!

2008-10-14T06:04:00.000-07:00

Nothing like deadflifts!

2008-10-13T07:35:00.000-07:00

Trent sets a new PR at 275lb X 3
and Paola at 165lb X 3
Nice work!

More tough stuff!

2008-10-11T12:28:00.000-07:00

Tough workout!

2008-10-11T11:49:00.000-07:00

1-2-3 Go !!!!!!

2008-10-07T06:10:00.000-07:00

Total effort looks like this afterwards

2008-10-07T05:58:00.000-07:00

Everyone felt this way at the end of this workout!
Great job!!!!!

5 hard rounds for time

2008-10-07T05:54:00.000-07:00

Last workout for "Staff" before shipping out

2008-10-06T10:18:00.000-07:00

(That's him in the center)

Been heard to say:
"Don't want to hurt my back"
"Just trying to keep up"
"I could be a beast"

Doing the work

2008-10-06T10:13:00.000-07:00

Bodyweight + LBs Pullups (part 1)

2008-10-06T10:11:00.000-07:00

Bodyweight +? LBs Pullups (part 2)

2008-10-06T10:09:00.001-07:00

Next month, Parris Island!

2008-10-04T16:07:00.000-07:00

Kettlebell, Medicine Ball, Dumbbell workout

2008-10-03T09:32:00.000-07:00

Learn & play new games

2008-10-03T09:27:00.000-07:00

This was too much fun!

Full-blast workout at 6:30 AM

2008-10-01T07:14:00.000-07:00

The few, the hard-core

2008-10-01T07:07:00.000-07:00

"There is no traffic jam on the extra mile."
--unknown

Sarge & Trent using up some extra energy

2008-09-30T06:48:00.000-07:00

What? Squats were'nt enough? Either we need to load the bar heavier or else these guys are just animals!

Squats for breakfast 5 X 5

2008-09-30T05:32:00.000-07:00

"You can make progress or you can make excuses, but you can't make both!"
--unknown
These hard-core folks just keep showing up and doing the work.
That's why they get the results, when others don't. Nuff said!

Three who are tough enough to keep showing up

2008-09-29T10:07:00.000-07:00

"When it's all said and done, there's usually more said than done."
--unknown
Many have said they were willing to do the hard work, but only a few actually are doing it.
These three are hanging tough! They already did 4 rounds of 400 meter runs, followed by 50 squats per round, then did 50 kettlebell swings for "dessert"!
CrossFit develops mental & physical toughness, have you got enough?
If not, come get some!

How do you start your day? It's 6:30 AM at the gym

2008-09-25T09:28:00.000-07:00

at the end of FGB

2008-09-25T09:11:00.000-07:00

Now that's dedication!

"Fight Gone Bad" goes good!

2008-09-25T09:05:00.000-07:00

These three guys ran the FGB Fundraiser Workout early instead of Sept. 27.
Great work! Thanks for your participation & support!

Hard-working CrossFitters 6:30 AM WOD

2008-09-23T06:01:00.000-07:00

Virtual "shovelling" for core strength

2008-09-23T06:00:00.001-07:00

Watch these guys in action

2008-09-18T08:05:00.001-07:00