Closet Zoner
You might have seen my post a few weeks ago that highlighted Olin's pull-ups. It was on that day, when I looked up and saw that Olin had mastered the kipping pull-up that I realized he was a Closet Zoner! I definitely had no idea he was on the Zone, but it was obvious that day as he went from zero to six pull-ups.
When he first started at CrossFit Santa Cruz, Olin was one of the most inflexible people we had training with us! But, all of a sudden, only a few short month’s later, here he was kipping up a storm. And, he looked toned, was obviously stronger, more flexible, and his cardiovascular capacity had significantly increased. As it turned out, he had started by eating less carbs, smaller meals, and he made sure he ate breakfast every morning. After a few weeks he decided to commit to 16 balanced blocks a day. Since then, he has gotten stronger, his clothes fit him differently, and his energy levels have improved. Now, only weeks after his first kipping pull-up, he has at least 11 and sets new PRs every time he works out!
Workout (I hear you can thank Boz for this one!):
Complete 150 push-ups without stopping for more than 2 seconds of letting your knees touch the ground. If either of these happens, you have to run 400 meters. How many rounds and how long does it take you to complete the 150 push-ups?
Burpee Challenge: 4 burpees today! 10 to buy-in today.
Nice work Olin. But I don't think you were ever uncoordinated like Mallee said, though certainly unflexible. Keep eatin good and goin hard.
Posted by: Leif | July 17, 2008 at 06:27 AM
Sorry Olin, I hope the "uncoordinated" part was not offensive. I just think you have made amazing gains in every area! Its great having you around!
Posted by: Mallee | July 17, 2008 at 09:56 AM
As i was mentioning to Mallee, i took a gradual approach to the zone, which for me worked well. For the first month or so i removed refined-carbs from my food diet and switched to Amstel light without paying any attention to portions or timing of meals. This alone gave me increased energy levels and better performance. From there, i moved to the zone, and now prefer not to drink much beer because of its effect on my energy level. I have never felt so good, and am now a believer in the zone/crossfit combo. I couldn't imagine living any other way. Crossfit, you've got yourself a client.
Posted by: olin | July 17, 2008 at 11:10 AM
way to be, olin! i think he's one the most impressive crossfiters (or is it crossfitters?) i know. keep doing your thing, my friend. you have all the support in the world. =) i just did my 4 burpees while the monsoon thunders rolled outside. yesterday andrew and i did 100m lunge/50 push ups, 100m lunge/40 push ups, 100m lunge/30 push ups, 100m lunge/20 push ups. good times. my legs and my arms are a little sore today, but i love it. i hope to get down to crossfit ABQ sometime soon. until then we will continue to figure out our own program. that's been challenging but good. i miss all you guys LOTS!
Posted by: angel s. | July 17, 2008 at 12:49 PM
Good job, Olin! Nice pic, but didn't they take some "show off the abs" pics recently? You look phenomenal! Glad to hear the zone is working out for you. It is a pleasure to work out with you and watch you improve each time. Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Kristy A. | July 17, 2008 at 12:59 PM
Olin did not get his results by luck or chance he achieved his progress through hard work. He spends more time than anyone, stretching, learning skills, and practicing things he is bad at. He is always working his handstand, rolling his back with tennis balls, working his clean, or overhead squat, all before or after the workout. His diligence is paying off and we are honored to count him as one our own.
Keep up the hard work.
Posted by: hollis | July 17, 2008 at 01:35 PM
Go Olin! Watching you go from starting out to where you are now was great. Your dedication to the program is inspirational. Keep up the amazing work!
Posted by: Scott A. | July 17, 2008 at 01:42 PM
Olin it is a pleasure having you around. I am impressed, proud, and delighted by your enthusiasm and honest approach to fitness and nutrition. Your hard work is really paying off.
Posted by: danielle | July 17, 2008 at 01:52 PM
hey you guys thanks for the shirt. When steves gets his new camera he is goin to tak a picture of me with it on. Thanks again for the shirt. today we did a tuff workout. it was like the main page workout. 10 dips, 10 pushups, and 10 push presses. I did 11 rounds in 15 minutes. I was happpy with my time bc i gave it my all.
Posted by: Pooh from Steve's Club | July 17, 2008 at 02:22 PM
Great job on the workout today Pooh! We can't wait to see you in your new t-shirt!
Posted by: Mallee | July 17, 2008 at 10:25 PM
Wow Pooh! you're arms must feel pretty jiggly after a workout like that. Good job. That sounds like a tough one! I can't wait to see you in your new t-shirt.
Posted by: Gloria Jean | July 18, 2008 at 08:48 AM