CrossFit HQ's Nicole Carroll doing a press to a handstand.As part of the "Show Us What You're Made Of" Challenge we will be throwing out some mini competitions along the way.  The first one:  handstand holds.  You should be working on these as part of your warmup.  Remember that section of the board that says "skill practice?"  You know, the section you ignore?

The competition is simple.  Before the end of the week, get Tony or Karen to time you on a handstand hold.  The clock will start when you have kicked up against the wall and are steady.  Longest time wins.  You only get one shot at this and you need to take your shot by 7:30 p.m. Friday.  Winner receives the CrossFit Genius Valentine Day package:  a half dozen roses and two steaks from Peppertree Steak and Wine.  Yes, we are romantics at heart.  The winner will be announced here Friday night and the prize must be picked up Saturday morning during training hours, otherwise your trainers will eat well this weekend.  Questions?  Good.