Matt G.

World Camp would like to say a “GREAT JOB” to Matt, Billy, Lori, Frances and Jim for their great performances this weekend in Montgomery, Ala. at the #4# competition! We are all very proud of your accomplishments as athletes and individuals of our community here! Keep up the good, hard work guys and gals!

Randy C.

So, the other night Randy, pictured above, just shows up to the gym at 7pm. This is not his usual workout time, so I knew something was up… He paced around for a few minutes and then walks by and says, “I’m doing 30 Muscle Ups for time!” He had previously done this particular workout 2 weeks ago and got a time of 5:23. Just as the 7pm class was winding down, Randy chalked up and headed over to the rings. Doing the first 10 unbroken, he pounded through the other 20 to score a 4:57!!! Great job Randy! Keep up the good hard work brother!

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Remember the TEAM THROWDOWN is June 2nd! There will only be 30 teams allowed in so reserve your spot today! Each team can be made up of any combination, 2 guys, 2 girls, 1 guy, 3 girls, etc… The choice is yours! We will be revealing workouts, movement standards and sponsors shortly!

The Muddy WOD Broads

Last weekend while the Affiliate team was competing at Regionals in West Palm Beach Florida, there was another team from World Camp CrossFit competing up in North Georgia! The “Muddy WOD Broads” took to the field together in the Dirty Girl Mud Race 2012! Don’t let their beauty fool you guys, these girls are STRONG!!! Great job to Tina, Sarah, Cindy, Syndee, Deanna, Jolie, Tracy, Kerry and Jennifer for the awesome job! WCCF is very proud of you ladies!

Faith, Randy & Chip

In other great WCCF news, Faith, Randy and Chip completed a 50k Trail Run. That’s 32.5 miles people!!! The run consisted of some of the roughest terrain imaginable and get this, there was a ringer that they sent out known as a “Sweeper!” The Sweeper is an experienced runner that takes off after everyone has left, and if he catches you, YOU’RE OUT! “It was one of the hardest things I have ever done, but it taught me that I could accomplish anything, and I would do it again!” Faith Holcomb said… This is a true testament to the work ethic and the endurance of these three. Great job guys! We are very proud of you all!!!

This year’s Southeast Regional was held in West Palm Beach, Florida and was comprised of the best athletes in Georgia, Florida, Alabama and South Carolina. As most of you know, this is an event that you had to qualify for, not just show up with an entry fee. WCCF as a team went in seeded 19th in the Southeast and continued to be a force throughout the competition. Our Affiliate team’s roster this year was filled by Chris Harris, Merritt Logan, Sam Widman, Marlin Jones, Devin Griffin and Wendy Butler. I could not have been more proud of our gym, as this was our 3rd Regional showing in that many years. These athletes showed great work ethic and determination as they plowed their way through the workouts of the weekend. In typical World Camp fashion, our athletes never quit or got down, even when their backs were up against the wall. For those that went and cheered in person to the ones that had to stay and do so from the home front, you should all be so proud of your athletes and that you call WCCF “home.”

This year we had two individuals competing in the Southeast Regional as well. Kirk Gibson and Rio Landa both had a great showing and are quickly making a name for themselves in the “Sport of Fitness.” The 19 year old Kirk Gibson was the youngest individual to qualify for the competition however, showed very adult like poise as he competed against more seasoned athletes. Finishing in the top 11 in 3 of the grueling workouts, Kirk managed to place in the top 20 out of the four states that make up our Region! Rio Landa stayed impressively consistent throughout the entire weekend, battling through every workout as if it was just another day at the gym. Rio finished the weekend just as strong as she started, earning her a 13th place finish out of the 60 that were qualified to participate. A huge “THANK YOU” and a “GREAT JOB” to all that participated in the Open in order to get a team to regionals and the same to those who competed!

Updates on the Southeast Regional coming up, so stay tuned! I will have a recap of the weekend’s events up tomorrow!

Marlin J

Happy Wednesday everyone! Let’s get through this day and the rest of the week is down hill from here! I have begun to upload a ton of pictures taken throughout the day from each class on to my Facebook page. To see them, feel free to click on the Facebook badge on the left hand side of this screen!

Devin G.

Happy Monday everyone! I hope that your weekend was  a good one. Let’s hit it hard today and continue throughout the rest of the week! With the strength set up for this week, we have a TON to get done in the short time you are here, so lets make sure to get here on time and be ready to work!

Jay S

WCCF is proud to officially announce the opening of registration for the TEAM THROWDOWN held here on June 2nd! This will be a 4 person, one day competition with teams comprised of any athlete combination. 2 guys, 2 girls, 3 guys, 1 girl, all guys, all girls, doesn’t matter… Registration will be $300 per team and will be capped at 30 teams for this event. We are capping the event so the participant’s experience is maximized. For more information please feel free to e-mail Jennifer at info@worldcampcf.com or visit us on Facebook. We are excited about this event coming up and feel sure that it will be in line with the competitions held here in the past. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you all here on June 2nd!

Kirk Gibson does “GRACE” at 225#

Happy Friday to everyone! I hope that you all have had a wonderful week full of PR’s and great accomplishments. There will be some updates coming up on the South East Regionals as well as the TEAM THROWDOWN held here at WCCF June 2nd. I know what you’re thinking, “yeah right, you haven’t updated this site in a while Kris….” I know, I apologize… It will get better! Moving forward, great job to everyone this week with the start of the new strength cycle. Be sure to be here everyday if you can help it so you stay in line with the gym’s programming. Remember that we will be here tomorrow at 9am for the Saturday WOD, all are encouraged to come, and feel free to bring a friend! See you all soon!

Harris

Good luck to Harris Webb today and tomorrow! Harris and Deerfield have games today and tomorrow here in Albany at 4:30. Go show some support if you are in town!

Nicki

After week 3 of the CrossFit Open, WCCF sits 18th out of the 166 in our Region! Ironically, this is the same position that we were in last year in the Open and going into Regionals. I am so very proud of the WCCF family, not only for their many accomplishments during this time, but for all the hard work that is portrayed each day here at the camp!

Sam

Why are you here? Have you ever thought about that? I mean, seriously thought about it… Time and time again, people join a gym with the expectations of soon looking like Jillian Michaels or some guy off the cover of a Men’s Health magazine. I regret to inform you that for the majority of us, this will not happen. In order to look like these individuals, it takes a strict diet, well thought out programming and most importantly, a strong work ethic. Unfortunately, 90% of the population is not willing to do what it takes to acquire these traits. Sound harsh? Well, let’s face it, the truth hurts… If you are ok with getting up, coasting through your day, your job, your life, then who am I to try to change your mind? I used to find myself engulfed in conversation/arguments at a party or get togethers discussing the topic of fitness and how to get off the extra 10lbs that Sally has been carrying around since college. I give everyone the benefit of the doubt to start with, but then only later into our conversation I discover that Sally doesn’t really want to get the weight off, she just wants to talk about it… Now, with that being said, Sally wouldn’t mind getting off those extra pounds if I was to slide my hand in my pocket and pull out a magic bean for her to eat and miraculously shed fat. This is unfortunately the thought process of the majority of us. So, back to the original question, “why are you here?” Is it to get a “6 pack,” long and lean muscles like a genetically gifted Victoria Secret model, or is it to get better? How about we concentrate on the latter and let the chips fall where they may. I can assure that if you put you efforts in becoming a stronger, faster more fit individual, your body will be a direct reflection.

Bubba

Sam 

Remember that Kid’s Camp is today at 4pm!

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You will notice that the programming will change up just a bit for the next few weeks while the Open is going on. This will really only affect Wednesday’s WOD. Since the Open WOD will be done on Thursday, the notoriously feared Wednesday workout will be a little more chill. This will not only be good for those competing in the Open, but for people like Matt who always take Wednesday as a rest day and can’t get in on the chipper.

Video courtesy of WFXL Fox 31

Jason

Hey there everyone! I hope that you all are having a great weekend so far and you are staying dry. Let’s be ready to rock and roll next week with the dropping of the first CrossFit Open workout. Remember, we will do the competition WOD as a regular workout on Thursday so everyone can join in the fun! We will also be holding a make up on Saturday mornings at 10am, after the group WOD.

Jolie

With the CrossFit Open starting next week, please make sure that you get registered if you are planning on competing. Yes, this means you! If you have any questions or concerns, please ask! I would hate for you to miss out on being a part of something so big because you are uncertain about something.

Lj and Susan

Great job to everyone who came in yesterday and tackled “The Lion!” Mad props to Cristy and Bill for being the only people in the gym to finish the WOD Rx’d in under the 45 min time cap! Make sure that you all get in here today for some active recovery and mobility.

I sincerely hope that you all enjoyed your Valentine’s Day! Now its back to work! If you do not understand the “Mufasa” reference above, come in today to see what it’s all about.

JJ on Good Day

Happy Friday everyone! I hope that you all have a great and safe weekend. Good luck and safe travels to all that are competing in Woodstock at Garage Games One this weekend! The individuals will be competing Saturday while Sunday will belong to the Team competition! WCCF will be represented very well!

Video Courtesy of WFXL Fox 31

The video above talks about the importance of sit ups and how they need to be incorporated into your daily training regimen. Too many people get caught up in “6 pack abs” and less in the actual working of the “core” from the inside out. Don’t get me wrong, everyone wants a sexy waistline and a chiseled midsection however, the benefit of working the stability muscles around the spine is just as, if not MORE important! Remember, full range of motion is ALWAYS better! The cute little pulsing movements you see some guys doing in the gym now days need to stay in the pages of Men’s Health and should be replaced by full sit up movements. By incorporating a pad such, as an Ab Mat, will allow for even more range thus working even more muscle.