results from the challenge

We had our fitness challenge yesterday at beautiful Lido Beach
(thank GOD there is no oil on our beach), the weather was perfect we even had some dolphins & manatees swim by.There were some small waves, all was perfect for our event.
This was the 2nd Annual Beach Bum Fitness Challenge we have held, plus we've had the Sunset Sand-Blaster Fitness Challenge, also.
Running a beach fitness challenge is not as easy as some might think, but it is well worth doing.
We wanted to stay true to the CrossFit training principles but do some things most people don't do during regular training.
You can watch both parts of our video here
Boogie Board Sprints, Swimming, Aqua Burpees & Power Snatches, 80lb Sandbag Run, and other demanding events took place over a span of about 2 1/2 hours or so.
Some of our visitors had never done this type of stuff before, but gave it their best.
Our 2-person teams were ready to begin then we realized we had some people missing, but after some quick substitutions, we went ahead.
The winning team consisted of our own Greg Braun and willing volunteer named Pascal.
They made a great combination, and took grabbed a big lead during the Hoover Ball event. Both men were very agile & fast.
I don't know too much about Pascal's training background, but he's in great shape.
Greg has an extensive law enforcement & combatives/martial arts background, as well as about a year of CrossFit.
We were blessed to have other dedicated CrossFitters like my assistant trainer Nash, Renee, Seth,& Trent come out to have some "crazy fun in the name of fitness".
Great job everyone!

Less than 2 weeks until the challenge

I hope you are getting in some extra training & skills practice for the
2nd Annual Beach Bum Fitness Challenge on May 29!
It will challenge everyone to excel!

Calling all beach bums

We are thrilled to be having our 2nd Annual Beach Bum Fitness Challenge!
Last we had an absolute blast! This year will be even better!
It's been called "crazy fun in the name of fitness", and probably with good reason.
We will be some very innovative and challenging things both in the water and on the beach. We will have two-person teams for each part of the challenge.
Of course, safety is always a primary focus at out events (if you train with us already, you know that VERY well).
Medical & liability waivers will be required. We recommend that you be in reasonably good health and be 18 years old or more to participate.
If you haven't had a physical exam in the last year, it would be a great idea to get one before this extremely fun event takes place.
So, bring a friend,your family, a cooler with non-alcoholic drinks & some munchies, a camera, and beach chair if you'd like.
Come and hang out with the CrossFit community, some of the most fun people in Sarasota!

Time: 8:00am-10:30am
Location: Lido Beach (by the volley ball net)
Recommended equipment: aquatic footwear, sun glasses, & athletic clothing
Contact: Frank DiMeo, owner of CrossFit Gulf Coast cell ph 941-228-8341

****We will coordinating volunteers to help with beach clean-up/sea bird rescue if the oil spill does make it to our beach****

2nd Annual Beach Bum Fitness Challenge

It's almost time to hit the beach for our annual beach fitness challenge!
Watch for date to be announced here, on Facebook, & our e-newsletter!

Beach Run & Hoov er Ball this Saturday!!!!!!!!!!!!

4:00pm at Lido Beach (by the volley ball net)
Way too much fun!!!!!!!!!!

Only 4 days until the fitness challenge

Sunset Sand Blaster Fitness Challenge
5:00-7:00pm
Aug. 15 (Saturday)
Lido Beach (by the volley ball net)
Sarasota, FL

Sunset Sand Blaster moved to Aug. 15

We have changed the date for this fun event to Aug. 15
Everything else is the same
Come and join the fun! Bring some friends!
If you're not up for competing, just come and hang out with us anyhow

Beach Bum Fitness Challenge

These are different from the videos on YouTube for this event
Aqua Burpees--25 reps



Hoover Ball--5 point games with 18lb medicine ball


Sand Sled


Throw & Run (18lb medicine ball)


Torpedo Swings using 50lb kettlebell


Buried Treasure


and the winner is