The Longevity track will be a modified version of the Rx track. Longevity is not a scaled version of the Rx WOD. Rather, it’s a version of the work out with movements and rep scheme designed to promote strength development and conditioning in people who do not have good mobility, do not like barbells, or are actively training for running or endurance events.  This track is also intended for older athletes wishing to maintain Strength and Fitness without using barbells. Some of the programming guidelines for the Longevity track include: No Olympic barbell movements or barbell front squats.  These movements will be replaced with kettlebell or dumbbell versions targeting the same stimulus. Movements will never have more then 100  reps in any one work out. No box jumps.  This movement will be replaced with box step ups or Kettlebell swings depending on the stimulus desired in the work out. Jumping will be...Read more

Losing weight & gaining confidence has meant a lot to this self-proclaimed, “mama-bear”. But the friendships and support she’s received have made all the difference. And her healthy recipe she’s sharing with you will change your life forever. Ladies & gentlemen, I give you Mandy Oeltjen. J: What do you do for a living? M: I’m an administrative assistant for an engineering firm. J: Where are you from? Where did you grow up? M: I am originally from Southern California, but moved to Colorado right before High School and consider that home since my family is still there. J: What brought you to CrossFit Progression? How did you find us? M: A co-worker told me about it. She said how much she loved it. J: What’s your favorite thing to do outside of the gym? M: Spend time with my husband & kids. We like to do all sorts of...Read more