Sponsor Highlight: Matthew Brush Photography

Earlier this week team extreme met up with Matt Brush for a photo shoot highlighting some recently acquired Lululemon gear. After raiding equipment from CF HEL - Jerome and Jennifer headed over to the beautiful and old historic Washington High School with Matt and his crew to show off their CrossFit moves... and... yes... plenty of onlookers asking "what kind of work out is that?!"

Check back soon for new training photos!

Special thanks to Matt Brush for a fun and professional photo session.

Training Update: "All-In" Style

Counting down with 19 days left until Aromas. Jen and Rome continue their Games preparation going "all-in" - leaving nothing behind but a sweat angle after each training session. Tomorrow they meet with coach Tommy Rudge for another high-stakes match.

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Later this week: Photo shoot with Matt Brush

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Special recognition to CFHEL member Clayton Root of I AM Graphics for his video that made the Games main site. Lots of incredible feedback. Well done!

Video: Moving Forward To The Games

Perryman and Kellams training at CrossFit HEL

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Thank you, Clayton, for creating this exciting video!

Video by: Clayton Root with I AM Graphics (also CrossFit HEL member)

Training Update: Mess You Up!

Yesterday was no walk in the park for Rome and Jen when meeting with Coach Tommy Rudge who clearly had a mission to absolutely destroy the training duo. Some of you have seen that smirk on Tommy's face upon entering HEL ... You know you're in trouble.
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They started off with a high intense WOD that involved 5 Rounds of: 21 Sumo Deadlift High-Pulls, 12 Ring Dips, and 50 Sledge Hammer Hits. Tommy was on them the entire time to keep moving FASTER! No weight gazing allowed under this guys watch.
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Not enough?
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How about 200 box steps (used to simulate the hill of death that awaits them in Aromas) followed by 1,000 meter Row (supposed to feel like running down hill, right?). Jen's comment to Jerome "See you at the bottom!" Of course rowing being one of Jerome's strengths, he was way ahead to home plate. After the work-out, Tommy gave Jerome the brilliant idea to use 70 # Slam-ball to see how fast he could perform the WOD 'Grace': 30 Clean & Jerks . Give it a try sometime. Mess you up!
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3...2...1...GO!

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Photo of Jerome Perryman courtesy of Matthew Brush Photography. Taken 2008.

CF Level 1 Coach Certification

It was a fun weekend in H.E.L.!
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CrossFitters from all over NW area attended CF Level 1 Coach certification held at CrossFit Human Evolution Labs. It was a great review for Jerome and Jennifer as they approach the Games next month. Who knows - maybe they will have a thing or two to teach others down the road.

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The work-outs performed over the weekend were 'Fran' and 'Fight Gone Bad'. You can also check out this YouTube video to find out what 8 Tabata Squat Intervals are all about during an HQ seminar: Tabata Squats 101 Ouch!

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Thank you to CFHEL Coaches: Kevin, Tommy, Ken and Daniel, for a smooth and rewarding seminar. This was the third L1 Coach certification hosted by H.E.L. and Coach Tommy's first internship with CrossFit HQ. He did an awesome job! We saw several athletes get their first Muscle-Up through his hands-on instruction! (Not sure, but it's possible that Jennifer won the challenge for slowest Muscle-Up performed.)

Coming up this week: Training Video by Clayton Root with I AM Graphics

Sponsor Highlight: Lululemon Athletica

Lululemon donated $1,000 for Jennifer and Jerome to spend at Pearl District location. Shopping spree ahead! Here is what Lululemon had to say:

"Congratulations on qualifying and good luck at the Games. We are happy to provide you with some of our product to ensure that you are wearing the best functional clothing for your sport!"

- Allison Forsyth

Athlete Coordinator

Lululemon’s first store opened in the beach area of Vancouver, B.C. in November of 2000. Local store located at: 1231 NW Couch Street - PDX, OR 97209

Training Update: Squats, Video and Coach Certification

Yesterday Jerome and Jen trained with the 1700 and 1800 team. Clayton Root (another CFHEL member) with I AM Graphics, met up with them to shoot film for an upcoming marketing video. They worked on heavy Squat Cleans followed by a tough met-con that involved 135# (men) 95# (women) Thrusters, Rope Accent (Rookies: Keep an extra pair of long socks in your locker!), Ring Dips, Tire Drags and Flips. To finish their training session - 3 attempts at 500meter Row. Skill for the day: Muscle-Ups! Jen's favorite!

This weekend the training duo will participate in the CrossFit Level 1 Coach Certification. Yes, these guys will soon be L1 Coach certified! CrossFit H.E.L. will proudly host the event on Saturday and Sunday.

Stay tuned for upcoming video and more updates!

A big Thank You to Head Coach and Owner, Kevin Aillaud, for his generous L1 Cert. hook up! Also, a special Thank You to this weeks sponsors: Noel and Dave, Jackie, Lee, Clayton, Ryan B, and Jennifer G. All CFHEL members!

Photos provided by: Clayton Root of I AM Graphics - taken 06/02/2009