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As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods — merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor.

This year will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer an excuse that, at gift-giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands. Yes there is!

It’s time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in Chinese produced wrapping paper?
Everyone — yes EVERYONE gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local American hair salon or barber?
Gym membership? (I promise I didn’t write this…..)    It’s appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.

Who wouldn’t appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American-owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates.

Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plonking down the Benjamins on a Chinese made flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.

There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants — all offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn’t the fancy eatery sort, what about a half-dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember, folks this isn’t about big National chains — this is about supporting your home town Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open.

How many people couldn’t use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American working guy?

Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would LOVE the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.

My computer could use a tune-up, and I KNOW I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running.
OK, you were looking for something more personal. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into scarves. They make jewelry, and pottery and beautiful wooden boxes.

Plan your holiday outings at local, owner-operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about going out to see a play or ballet at your hometown theater.

Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.

Honestly, people, do you REALLY need to buy another ten thousand

Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a five dollar string of light, about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice BIG tip.

You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about US, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn’t imagine.

Please help spread the word! Shop locally!

December 3rd: 0900

Who: JU NROTC hosting, anyone interested in testing themselves against the worlds finest fighting force’s combat fitness test

What: CFT – 800m run, max ammo can press (30#) in 2 minutes,

Maneuver Under Fire (long pants required and boots highly recommended)

Where: JU Campus, practice football field across from NROTC building

(Bldg 10 on Map http://www.ju.edu/images/campusmap-withkey.jpg)

Why: provide a new and different challenge for our athletes while raising funds to support training future Marine officers

Ryan L. Miller

Strongpoint CrossFit

11497 Columbia Park Drive West, Unit 6

Jacksonville, FL 32258

Phone: 904.654.3383

www.strongpointcrossfit.com

Coach Aaron Nichols Co-Owner, MS Ed., CFL1, CF Football, Coaches Prep Favorite

Coach Tim Doughtry Co-Owner, BS, CFL1, CF Football, Coaches Prep, USAW L1

Coach Ben Plotnicki Director of CrossFit,

Coach Andrea Werner  B.S. in Business Admin, C.F. Level 1 certified

CrossFit Bold City

Nathan Long, Owner/Coach  CrossFit Level One Certified,  CrossFit Olympic Lifting Certified,  CrossFit Mobility Certified

Woody Crotty, Owner/Coach -CrossFit Level One Certified, CrossFit Olympic Lifting Certified, CrossFit Mobility Certified

Ruby Crotty, Coach – CrossFit Level One Certified, CrossFit Mobility Certified

CrossFit JAX

We don’t use isolation exercise equipment, expensive stair steppers or elliptical machines. Nor do we have wall-to-wall mirrors or a snack bar (I don’t think the setting would allow for that anyway).

Bold City CrossFit is a training facility located in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, Florida.  We offer an environment inclusive to all physical training needs.  We train with athletes, police, fire and military personnel, teachers, lawyers, doctors, stay at home moms, grandparents and kids.

This is not a typical “Globo” style gym! You will not find rows upon rows of confusing exercise machines, elliptical machines, mirrors or the “muscle heads” that check themselves out in those mirrors and no distracting flatscreen TVs.  What you will find is your neighbor challenging you to beat him on a deadlift max; friendly competition.  You will find a friendly environment where you are considered family and dedicated coaches teaching small groups dynamic, functional movements which emphasize full body motion.  Our coaches train all physical level skills; we modify the work out of the day by degree not kind.  Training is varied everyday and compliments the ten general physical skills:  cardiovascular/respiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, balance and accuracy.

By committing to Bold City CrossFit you are ridding yourself of all the common excuses.   We don’t want to hear “I cant’s” or “I don’t have time” or “I haven’t worked out in so long.”  We are here to coach you and lead you to a better you and a better life.  When you commit to Bold City CrossFit, we commit to bringing out the athlete in you.  

During a time of the year, where it seems like everyone and their mom is in a ‘funky’ mood….you guys are all helping our FAMILY pull through.   Our goal is simple:   To let the world understand the TRUE definition of fitness.     You are helping us accomplish that goal.  When someone asks you about CrossFit and how in the world you have become so fit….your answer of, “come in and see” is
working.

The bug is contagious…and YOU are helping build the framework of a solid Family. I also want to thank you for allowing me to help mentor and train different coaches -  Some of our coaches have grown from our roots…and some have come to us from other backgrounds.     Either way….we are becoming pretty steeped in CrossFit East History.    I may have forgot some…but here are a few:

1. Billie Jo Tyre – CF Level 1 – Coaching in Tortola
2. Kate Wells – CF Level 1 – Coaching in Tucson
3. Leslie Tanner – CF Level 1, CF Endurance, CF Nutrition
4. Taylor Clark – CF Level 1 – Currently serving US Navy  in Germany
5. Nancy Schwartzer – CF Level 1 – Coaching in NC
6. Amy Petroy – CF Level 1
7. Cheri Wissman – CF Level 1, USA Weightlifting, CF Kids, CF Gymnastics
8. Ben Plotnicki – CF Level 1, CF Football, CF Kids, CF  Nutrition, USA Weightlifting – CrossFit Hardnox
9. Roy Byrd – CF Level 1 – CFAI
10. Mark Ocepek  - CF Level 1
11. Tina Taker – CF Level 1 – CFAI
12. Tricey Godfrey – CF Level 1, USA Weightlifting, USA   Track and Field – CFAI
13. Florence Churchill – CF Level 1 – CFAI
14. Leanne Richardson, CF Nutrition, USA Weightlifting -
15. Vince Grupposo – USA Track and Field – CFAI
16. Jenny Supan – USA Track and Field – CFAI
17. Chad Dougherty, USA Weightlifting, USA Track and Field
    Dawn Hagel – CrossFit Level 1, ACE Personal Trainer

Knowing our Roots is important.     Integrity, Respect, Trust, and Honor.  The Family you have chosen to be associated with has it.
The CrossFit East Family is strong.    Thank you for allowing us the privilege of working with you.

Respects.

Thanks Doug.

Tothe rest of you,  I have been compiling resumes and Bios for a while, so I can speak intelligently about my family, I would love to get more Trainer Bios up on the site, with a personal touch.  ( how about it ?  )

TJ

1. The CrossFit East Family is a group of like minded Box Owners and Athletes that share the concept of training hard.  It dosent include a Gym just because they opened in Jacksonville, or you know them.  It includes folks you can stand up for and say they are good to go. They are honest, professional, morally correct and supportive.

2. CFEF  focus is on correct learning principals and the display of excellent technique.  It it goes on a board, or is on display, it has to be solid.

3. This development occurs in our Boxes. We build that family first and then share it with the CFEF community by coming together to attend seminars, competitions and fundraisers.

4. Be professional. Refer Athletes to the best box for them.  If you know each other well enough then you should have an idea how a Coach operates, If the Athlete is not getting where you think he needs to be, call another coach for support, or refer them out. It’s about them not you.

Thats it.   Pretty simple huh ?  For the ownership part: Be true to the methods and train intensely. Be OK with getting called out on poor form. Show up, show others you have it.  For the  family part: Show each other you can be trusted.  Be above just running a gym. Share your learning and grow our community.  Improve it by going to training sessions and listening to each other.   Support each other when you can.