From Oars to Iron

Today, I tackled one of the most intense crossfit workouts I have ever done: 120 reps of wall balls followed by 120 calories on the rower. I started off with the wall balls, grabbing my medicine ball and chucking it up to the required height. I could feel the burn in my shoulders and legs as I worked through the reps, but I kept pushing myself to keep going. And before I knew it, all 120 reps were complete. Next up was the rower. I was a little nervous as I stepped up to the machine, knowing that 120 calories is no joke. But I settled into a steady pace and began pulling on the handle. The burn in my legs and arms intensified as the calories ticked by, but I kept telling myself to keep going, to push through the pain. And before I knew it, I had reached the 120 calorie mark. As I caught my breath and high-fived my workout partner, I couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment. I had tackled an intense workout and come out on top. And the best part? I received plenty of complim...

Hi there! My name is Cody Raphael, and I am a 28 year old former college rower. After my rowing career ended, I found myself searching for a new sport to challenge myself and keep me active. Over the years, I have tried my hand at a variety of sports and workouts, from running to weight lifting to yoga. But recently, I have discovered a new love for the high-intensity, functional workouts of CrossFit. As someone who has always been drawn to team sports and the camaraderie that comes with them, I have found that CrossFit provides the perfect balance of competition and community for me. I am excited to share my journey with CrossFit on this blog, as I continue to push myself and see what my body is capable of. I hope to inspire others who may be looking for a new workout routine or simply looking to improve their overall fitness. So join me on this journey as I take on the challenges of CrossFit and see where it takes me!