The Heroes
On August 6th, 2011, 31 of America’s bravest warriors gave their lives in defense of our freedom. These men were sons, brothers, husbands, fathers, and friends. Not only do we thank them for their service and sacrifice, but we thank those that love them for the sacrifice they have made as well. Alexander J Bennett, Sgt. Darrik C Benson, PO1 SEAL Brian R Bill, CPO SEAL John W Brown, Tech Sgt., USAF PJ Christopher G. Campbell, PO1 SEAL David R Carter, CWO4 Jared W Day, Information Systems Technician PO1 John “Jet Li” Douangdara, Master at Arms 1st Class Spencer C Duncan, Spc. John W Faas, CPO SEAL Patrick D Hamburger, Staff Sgt. Andrew W Harvell, Staff Sgt., USAF CCT Kevin A Houston, CPO SEAL Jonas B Kelsall, Lt CMDR SEAL Louis “Lou” J Langlais, Master Chief SEAL Matthew D Mason, CPO SEAL Steven “Matt” M Mills, CPO SEAL Bryan J Nichols, CWO2 Nicholas H Null, CPO EOD Jesse D Pittman, PO1 SEAL Thomas A Ratzlaff, Senior Chief SEAL Robert J Reeves, CPO SEAL Heath M Robinson, CPO SEAL Nicholas P Spehar, PO2 SEAL Michael J Strange, Cryptologist Technician PO1 Jon “JT” T Tumilson, PO1 SEAL Aaron C Vaughn, PO1 SEAL Kraig M Vickers, Senior Chief EOD Jason R Workman, CPO SEAL Daniel L Zerbe, Tech Sgt., USAF PJ Bart, K-9 The 31 Americans were not the only ones that died as heroes that day. We cannot forget the sacrifice of our Afghan comrades. Seven Afghan commandos and one Afghan interpreter were also killed in action and we cannot look past their sacrifice. They too are heroes and we thank them and honor them and their families.
“31Heroes”
AMRAP 31 minutes (As Many Reps As Possible) 8 Thrusters (155/105#) 6 Rope Climbs (15 ft. ascent) 11 Box Jumps (30/24″) This is a Partner WOD – Partner #1 will perform the work listed above. Partner #2 will run 400m with a sandbag (45/25). Once Partner #2 returns from the run, Partner #1 will grab the sandbag and begin their 400m, while Partner #2 continues work wherever #1 left off. Score is your total # of reps This WOD was created specifically to honor the 30 men and one dog that gave their lives for our country on August 6, 2011. It is 31 minutes long—one minute in remembrance of each hero. The rep scheme is 8-6-11—the date of their ultimate sacrifice. Finally, this is a partner WOD. The men who gave their lives were from multiple branches of our military, working together as a team. In the workout you and your team member will constantly be taking the load from each other providing much needed support and relief. We realize that no physical sacrifice made during a workout can come close to the sacrifice our brave heroes made, but we consider this WOD a CrossFitters “moment of silence.” This is how we can honor those that gave all in the name of freedom.
Everyone is welcome to this partner WOD. At CFRT we make Hero workouts and fundraisers high priority. We honor the sacrifices of these fallen men and women, many of them fellow CrossFitter’s, and their families. You can donate directly to t…he 31 Heroes foundation, which benefits the families of the fallen, but it is not a requirement to participate. Heats will begin starting at 0930 and will go as long as they need to. Remember everything is scaleable and people of different ability levels can partner together. We do ask if you would like to start later in the day to message us and let us know when so we can plan accordingly. We will be around all day hanging out and everyone is welcome to hang out with us. This will be the first of many events that we will host at CFRT and encourage everyone and their families to join us. Work hard, sweat and pay tribute to the fallen. Then hang out and socialize with the CFRT Family!!
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I can’t wait to do this tomorrow! Looks like we are going to have a gang of people for 1030!!
Outstanding!
I almost forgot to mention Rail Trailer’s. Wear HIGH socks tomorrow!!!!
And if you have them, compression shorts. Sliding down the rope can get to the inner thighs! Good Luck to everyone at CFRT! I’ll be down at SOBO for 31 heroes but can’t wait to get up there for a WOD soon!
Thanks Rick, hope you got after it on Sunday. Look forward to seeing you!
Gaff and Melcher (6+13)
105# thrusters, Rx, Rx
Great work by EVERYONE at Rail Trail today, especially my partner Matt – awesome work.
Big Thanks to Mike, Sarah and PJ for a great WOD and atmosphere.
RIP 31 Heroes
Thanks Gaff. Strong work everyone! It was a great way to break in the new box. This is only the beginning, can’t wait for what’s ahead of us.
Chris and Devin. 135# thrusters-30″ box. No idea what we had for rounds but it doesn’t matter I had a blast. Thanks to everyone for a great workout.
Rita and Pattie
35#, 20″ box, rope pulls.
Fantastic morning. Great job everyone!!
PJ and I, all the movements RX, not sure on the rds, 5 ish I think. Great work everyone. Awesome turnout today!
Joe & I thrusted 115# with RX for rope and box. No Idea how many rounds but had a great time. Way to push it everyone!!!!
31 Heroes Gone but Not Forgotten
Thank you for hosting this event in remembrance of the 31 heroes. Great job everyone!
All you guys left it all out there today and truly honored the 31. Lots of sweat and hard work. Could not ask for a better bunch of people to be starting this journey with. You guys rock!
Me and Marie, started at 65# but stripped down to 55#. Rope pulls, Step ups for me, box jumps for Marie. Not sure about rounds but doesn’t matter. Great job today everyone! RIP to our 31 heroes. Gone but not forgotten.
Sorry this is a bit late – Marty and I worked together. He did 135 and I did 65. Rx’d the box jumps and the running weights and did rope pulls. Matt ran with us most of the time totaling over a mile. I love that kid (most of the time).
Great job to everyone and RIB to our heroes.
This was such a great day!! So much effort by everyone! Thank you all for coming out to remember the 31. RIP