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Athlete Profile: Jake
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Drank the Kool-Aid:  May 2009
Fave WODs:  Chief, Helen
Least Fave WOD:  Burrito (Thanks Chip!)
Fave Movement: Back Squat, Deadlift, Push Jerk
Least Fave Movement: Handstand Pushups, Press, Bench
CF Goals:  Bench 200#, do 5 HSPUs w/out bands, top 15 finish at December’s NLP Invitational, Deadlift 500#
CF Accomplishments: Improving his Deadlift PR to 410#, breaking the 300# Back Squat threshold for his 3×5 worksets, & competing at this month’s NLP Invitational

Jake has been with Intrepid since the early days in Rec Park.  Whether coaching the Redondo Union H.S. women’s soccer team to an impressive season, taking care of his new puppy Riley, or shredding workouts at the gym, Jake excels at everything he’s involved with.  Jake’s dedication, drive, and work-ethic are second to none as he’s the first to smile when he sees the long list of names on the white board as Intrepid continues to grow.  Outside of the gym Jake enjoys playing soccer, basketball, running, and has recently taken to swimming.  Although only 24 years young, Jake is well versed in 80′s music and has been known to lay down some sweet lyrics at gym Rock Band parties.  Jake has established himself as one of Intrepid’s resident “Fire-Breathers” as he sets the bar in most workouts.  Jake has amazing potential and we’re looking forward to seeing him in action again on the Intrepid “Clash of the Affiliates” team.  Jake, I only have one request:  please drive your VW Beetle more often so I can sock Ruth, who as of late as been crushing me in our ongoing “punch-buggy” game.  I need every edge I can get ;-) . 

Straight from Jake the Snake:  “RAMS/MARS- thanks guys for the training and motivation you give everyday. Its been awesome to see everyone progress and make huge gains as well as seeing the Box grow. We def have the sickest Box. I can honestly say that everyone is a beast. Lets keep up the solid work. 1st round of Bday shots on Becky!”

Also, a happy birthday shoutout to Gary!  Although Gary drops in only a few times a month to workout with us, he can be seen doing doggy drive-bys outside the roll up door on his way to his martial arts classes.  Hope all is well Gary, and stop in more often…we miss you.  And don’t forget, we’re going out to celebrate Jake, Pooja, and Gary’s birthday Thursday night after 7pm class!

WOD 08.25.10

Press 3×5
Back Squat 3×5

Cash Out with 2 sets of max Ring Dips

18 Responses to “Athlete Profile: Jake”

avelyne
August 25, 2010 at 6:11 AM

Happy happy birthday Jake the Snake and Gary!

ruth
August 25, 2010 at 7:28 AM

Happy Birthday Jake! It’s been such a joy watching your growth and accomplishments. Thank you for being such an integral part of the fam and for the wonderful spirit you bring to each class. (and for giving me a heads up when you drive the BUG so I can punch Sean!)

Happy Birthday Gary! We miss your energy in the gym! Your enthusiasm and constant encouragement of your fellow gym members is so endearing. And your “drive bys” are hilarious! Next time, don’t drive by, STOP by!

Hope y’all can make it out on Thursday for dinner!

(Pooja’s bday is on Friday)

Anna
August 25, 2010 at 8:14 AM

Happy Birthday Buddy! My favorite Jake memory is during the April challenge when I had to run 400m after a dismal day of DL and max pullups. Jake had just completed some 30 min endurance WOD and I asked him to pace me on my run. He looked at me and said “are you kidding?” Nope, lets run. He pushed me all the way around the hill and I got my personal best time by 20 seconds!

And to think this guy thought I hated him a year ago!!! You are the best!!

Happy Birthday Gary… if you ever check the site! We miss you!!

Al
August 25, 2010 at 8:22 AM

Happy birthday Jake! You’ve always had that drive since your early days and now it shows everyone how hard work pays off. Your CF prowess has definitely caught up to your running prowess. Have a great one!

melissa
August 25, 2010 at 8:30 AM

hey hey! happy birthday, kids! oooh, i love birthdays. :) and did i hear mention of a CELEBRATION?! details, details!

Marcus
August 25, 2010 at 8:36 AM

Happy bday Jake! Hopefully you can stop by 7pm sometime and say hi.

Happy bday Gary! Hopefully you can stop by the gym, period! (Although the drive-bys are hilarious)

Brian
August 25, 2010 at 9:23 AM

My favorite memory of Jake is when the Billy Joel cover band quit and he had to get on stage and sing in order to save the Catalina Wine Mixer. Jake went up there and crushed a rendition of “Por Ti Volare” by Bocelli while I tried to keep up on the drums. Long story short he (we) saved the Effin Catalina Wine Mixer, got our step parents back together and mended his relationship with his real brother. Prestige Worldwide!

Okay so maybe that was a move plot (an awesome one at that), but it proves the point that Jake crushes everything while most just try to keep up. I have been fortunate enough to see most of Jakes progression firsthand since the early days in CFSB Lawndale and it has been nothing short of amazing. Your success is well deserved.

Thanks for pushing us all while remaining as humble as ever. Happy Birthday!

Gary, Happy Birthday as well! The drive bys are SO funny. You gotta stop in though!

POW POW!!
Boats n hoes!

-Marcus

Pooja
August 25, 2010 at 9:26 AM

Hey Jake! HAPPY BIRTHDAY! i hope you celebrate hard and owe at least 10 burpees tomorrow =P Thanks for always being so positive and really settin the bar high for the rest of us!

Happy birthday to Gary too! hopefully we’ll see you this week!

Drew
August 25, 2010 at 10:32 AM

Jenna will tell you I enjoy two things about CrossFit. The comradery and “beating Jake’s stupid time”. This has come to fruition once or twice. Happy Birthday bud. I want to breath fire like you one day!! I won’t be at the dinner because I have to fly to San Jose for a FF draft.

Gary, happy birthday!! The dog drive by was one of the funnier things I have seen in recent history.

Xuan
August 25, 2010 at 11:43 AM

You’re my Boy Blue!!

While Brian and Anna brought me into Crossfit, it’s definatley the trainers and athletes that have kept me. Jake is tops on the athlete list because his energy is infectious and gets me psyched up for workouts regardless of how long a work day I’ve had. Happy Birthday homey and thanks for providing that extra motivation.

Happy Birthday Gary!!

Alia
August 25, 2010 at 12:01 PM

Happy Berfamaday Jake and Gary!

Jake nice work on the Birthday Back Squats this AM!

Hope you both have a great birthday week and weekend!

Scott
August 25, 2010 at 1:15 PM

Happy Birthday Jake! Happy Burthday Gary!

Jake
August 25, 2010 at 1:59 PM

Hey hey guys, thanks a lot for the bday shout outs! Sean thanks for the post. I dont think I can swing by tonight, got dinner plans, but i will def see you all tomorrow! Brianna, kudos on the story telling.

becky
August 25, 2010 at 2:33 PM

geez so many memories to sift through. I remember back at the Crossfit South Bay days when it was just marcus, jake and I and all of a sudden a wheelbarrow walk came up and I was so against it because it was so outside of my comfort zone, but Jake was so encouraging and pretty much made me do it. that’s when I knew he would be a homie. happy birthday brother (but i dont know about this round of shots business).

Gary, happy birthday to you too … where are you? and does frankie like it when you man-handle him during your drivebye’s?? poor lil. but, Ok, it was funny.

Stephanie
August 25, 2010 at 5:38 PM

Happy Happy Birthday Jake the Snake!!
You are a freakin beast and I love working out with you! I was super impressed with you in our good ‘ol park days and I am continually impresses by you PR’s and numbers.

Happy Birthday Gary! . . . wherever you are :)

Michael H
August 25, 2010 at 6:38 PM

Jake da man! Happy Birthday brotha! it’s been nothing but a pleasure knowing you and I’m looking forward to great things from you. Keep it up and keep setting the bar.

Birthday boy Gary, you need to come in more, forget about Cobra Kai, it’s all about the Intrepid’s. No mercy!

Jason
August 25, 2010 at 7:37 PM

Happy Birthday, Jake!

Michael H
August 25, 2010 at 9:01 PM

Back Squat 175#
Press 105#

Max Ring Dip 10 / 10
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