SWEATY SWEATERS AT MISTLETOE MADNESS DEC. 17!

img_0603Yes, this Ugly Christmas sweater has built-in lights. Yes, Frank will be wearing it as he emcees on Saturday, Dec. 17.

Upcountry’s Christmas just got sweatier

Now that Thanksgiving is over and we’ve had a moment for the calories to settle in, we are excited to make an announcement.

This year, we will be throwing our first in-house Crossfit Upcountry Christmas competition on Saturday, Dec. 17, at the box — and it will double as our infamous Christmas party! “Mistletoe Madness” will be a fun co-ed partner throwdown, with an emphasis on FUN. The intent is to keep us motivated to exercise through the holidays, potlucks and pastries by the work printer that keep ending up on our desks. Organizers also wanted to create an encouraging atmosphere for “normal” CrossFitters to feel like they can compete in a non-intimidating environment. Never competed and not sure if you want to? This is for you. Get nervous before workouts? Sign up anyway and be amazed at what you can accomplish. Not sure if you can do the movements? We promise that you can. But what if? Stop asking questions and just sign up.

We are making sure this event is catered to beginners. And if you, as a beginner, aren’t having fun or are feeling like you can’t do a movement, then we didn’t do a good job of planning it. This is an all-skill level throwdown for our athletes. We repeat: ALL LEVELS can take part in this community-fostering, camaraderie-fueled event. Why not hang out with friends in ugly Christmas sweaters and sweat a little?

Deadline to submit entry form is Nov. 30 at 6:30 p.m.

Still uncertain? Let’s sweeten the deal (with no added sugar). There will be really cool, limited edition CrossFit Upcountry shirts for each person who enters, so this is the cheapest way to get a sick shirt. Also, we will have PRIZES for three teams:

  • “Least Likely Pair to Enter a Competition” – self explanatory
  • “Most Spirited” – this could mean best dressed; best attitude; best sense of humor; best effort — basically the judges decide who made them smile the most and why
  • “Overall Prize” – for top scoring team

“Mistletoe Madness” will run in heats, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Dec. 17. Check in at 7:30 a.m. Friends and family are welcome to come cheer. Stick around for our Christmas party / potluck / BBQ, which will start in the afternoon.

When: Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, at 8:30 a.m.

Where: CrossFit Upcountry

Want to compete?  Registration deadline is 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30. Entry fee is $40 per team ($20/person). Registration forms are available at the box, posted on the outside of the office. Grab a partner, think of a team name and get ready for a day of fun! Please turn in registration forms + entry fees to any of the CFUM coaches. Any late registrations may forfeit the really cool, limited-edition shirt.

Not sure what to expect? This competition comprises 3 workouts + a finale. All three workouts, except for the finale, will be released this Monday and will be less than 12 minutes in duration. Each workout will have three variations, so don’t sweat it if you haven’t gotten a double-under yet!

Want to help out? If you want to be a part of our first in-house throwdown but prefer not to compete, we could use your help! We are looking for volunteers to help judge and/or set up and break down each event. A volunteer sign up sheet is located at the box.

Any questions? Please do not hesitate to contact Kehau, Patti, or Nikki with any questions.