Tribute to Veterans

I want to thank all Veterans for their service and all they have done for our country. They are the real hero's. Everyone knows someone or has a family member past or present that has served for our Nation. I have a lot of friends that have served, past teammates  “There is no greater sacrifice than putting your life on the line for your country,” said Steelers President Art Rooney II. “The men and women of our military that do that have my highest respect and regard. I know the entire organization feels the same way.” Athletics is a game, playing sports seems like the most important thing in the world at times but you have to put things in perspective. The military personnel and what they do on a daily basis, gives us the opportunity to carry out our dreams on the field. I hold a great appreciation for that. CrossFit is also a big supporter of our Veterans. There are numerous amounts of WODs dedicated to our Veterans. Theres nothing better than busting your butt in honor of our troops. Many of the Vets belong to Crossfit Gyms and to note the Military uses CrossFit workouts in their training regimen.

Here is some information from an article written by, Christopher Prawdzik. Created in the mid-1990s, CrossFit is a branded fitness program that is “broad, general and inclusive” including a whole host of exercises and workouts. It’s been a staple of fitness fans and professionals whose everyday occupations demand it, such as police officers and martial arts practitioners.
It has taken on particular meaning for military personnel. In 2010, the Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, Kan., commissioned a study testing the efficacy of CrossFit to improve soldier fitness. Over six weeks the 14 athletes in the study averaged a 20 percent increase in physical fitness level, with one participant increasing fitness level by 41 percent.
The study also noted the growing interest in CrossFit among military personnel, with more than 58 nonprofit military CrossFit affiliates in place at the time. That number continues to grow.
But adding CrossFit to a military facility requires some thought as well as cooperation among patrons, staff and CrossFit professionals. Army Maj. James Uptgraft, one of the study’s authors and an operations officer for the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, is quick to recommend some focus areas when kicking off a CrossFit program:

CrossFit instructors must be well trained and certified.
“I think that there are two things that cause injuries with people who begin CrossFit: It’s bad trainers and it’s big egos,” Uptgraft says.
Mark Tolmachoff, an instructor at the Command and General Staff College who oversaw the Army study, agrees, noting that certified instructors are the cornerstones to a solid program.
“There’s a level of knowledge and expertise [and] they’re kind of like the watchdogs,” he says. “And when you get that core group of people who are certified and interested, they tend to generate interest from others."

 

The Steelers had a special tribute to the Veterans during their game on Sunday. Here are some of the comments from their top players.

William Gay: “There are a lot of people that won’t do what they do. They aren’t just protecting their own family; they are protecting the entire United States. I really respect their bravery and courage.”

Troy Polamalu: “They voluntarily sacrifice their lives to benefit and protect the ideals of our country and our freedom. You can’t even put into words how much I appreciate them.”

With the blazing sun shining on the gathered guests Monday in Virginia, the President celebrated the near conclusion of the 12-year-old Operation Enduring Freedom - though a small band of U.S. troops, estimates suggest fewer than 10,000, will remain in Afghanistan after the end of the year. "Even though this time of war is coming to a close, our time of service to our newest veterans has only just begun," the President said.

All and all I just want to show my appreciation for our troops and the courage they display. Like many of you both of my grandparents served, so here is a special shout out to them and their dedicated service.

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