Video: charity workout raised 22,000AED

On Saturday, the 24th of September a group of awesome people - athletes, youth, adults, all came together to complete a tough workout that took a lot from their bodies. The reason why we all came to put ourself through THIS workout, is simple - raise money for a charity school in Ajman (Al Manar Eman Charity School). This school is home for many abandoned and orphan children.

So how much was raised? Dhs22,000 ($6,027)! My PREVIOUS POST has all the details of what will be done with the money. You can still donate if you want to, just get in touch with Candice.

What was the workout? It was split into two categories (RxD - done internationally) and scaled (depend on the person ability).

Note: m=men, w=women.

3 rounds and one minute at each station.

RxD FGG

Lift Heavy or Die Trying!

Wall ball: m-9kg, w-6kg to 10ft target
SDHP: m-35kg BB, w-25kg BB
Box jump: 20″
Push Press: m-35kg, w-25kg
Row: calories
Rest: 1 minute

Scaled FGG

Wall ball: m-6kg, w-4kg to 9ft target
SDHP: m-16kg KB, w-12kg KB
Box jump: 16″
Push Press: m-15kg, w-10kg
Row: calories
Rest: 1minute

Check HERE for the top three in each category. I was, well, placed fourth in the scaled version, with a total of 210 reps. Anything above 300reps & you're a beast!

So I will now leave you with this 2min video I created.....Oh and if you can't stand metal music, turn the volume down ;).

Thanks to everyone who came and supported us, those who took pictures, and mainly the organizers Candice & Ben for making the event happen!

Yours Truly,
GymFreak @999fitness

Charity workout to raise funds for orphans

On Saturday, the 24th of september, CrossFit LifeSpark Dubai are hosting an event where athletes will be completing a workout which aims to raise funds for a charity school in the UAE.

The Fight Gone Good workout will be carried out in aid to Al Manar Eman Charity School in Ajman, which is a home for many orphans and abandoned children. It receives no support from the government, and relies on donation from the public. Meaning, YOU!

People can come in to support the athletes by sponsoring them or being part of the event themselves. All money collected will used to buy equipment for the school.

Crossfitters, all around the world, on yearly basis gather up to support local charities. Such move also helps raises awareness among the community about those less fortunate. But the twist is....

It's also a scored workout - which makes it just as much as a challenge. I like challenges and being a new crossfitter, I am participating in the event and show support toward the community by competing to raise awareness and raise funds through sponsorship. Please contact me if you're interested in sponsoring me (and I will fill you with the details!)

So what's the workout? It will be scaled for newcomers, but rather RxD (as prescribed) for those who are able to handle it. So anyone can join in, gym-newbies or athletes.

3 Rounds of 1 minute at each station:
Wall Ball
Sumo-deadlift High Pull
Box jumps
Push press
Row (for calories)
REST
Score is total reps completed in the 17 minutes. Check VIDEO to see the workout!


note: A sponsor could say: "I will give you 1AED (or anyXamount) for each repetition, if the person finished a total of 500 reps in the whole 3 rounds", they will donate 500AED OR a sponsor could say "I will give you XAED to be part of the competition."

Quick wrap up:

Date:Saturday, September 24, 2011
Time: 12-3pm
Where: Star International School, Dubai, Click here for the map.
If you:
want to compete: Dh50 minimum
want to donate/sponsor: as you wish.
For more information & filling the sponsorship form visit CrossFit Lifespark Dubai HERE and about the event in more details HERE.

EDIT (20/9/2011): CrossFit Lifespark Dubai announced that those who sponsor the athletes at the Fight Gone Good, 15 people will have a chance to earn a spot in their "On Ramp" program (check HERE for details).

Also the money raised will be used to buy the following:
- 10 new AC’s
- 10 Projectors
- 30 new windows
- Basketball/sports equipment


Active Regards,
Yours truly,
GymFreak @999fitness.