Give 5 Minutes for Autism: Lift Up Luke WOD

Rivermonsters, come join us September 19 and give 5 minutes for Autism! We will be hosting the Lift Up Luke WOD at 9am Saturday September 19 in support of the Lift Up Autism foundation.

1 in 88 kids are affected by autism. I’d wager to say that someone in our box has a family member or friend that is affected by autism. With this important event, we’ve got the opportunity to spread awareness and to stress the importance of early diagnosis and support for autistic children and their families.

Two years ago, on October 19, 2013 Josh Everett, TrainHeroic, and the more than 350 boxes in the CrossFit community rallied together in spectacular fashion to support the Autism community in a worldwide workout event called Lift Up Luke. This “competition for a cause” specifically sought to support early diagnosis and treatment of Autism, raise funds for the Autism Tree Project Foundation in San Diego, and most importantly, turn a global spotlight on the measured and severe impact of Autism on families and individuals around the world.

THE WORKOUT

“LUKE” WORKOUT DETAILS
5 MIN AMRAP
4 Power Cleans: 155 lbs. men/105 lbs. women
24 Double Unders
10 Pull-Ups

The “Luke” workout is challenging but accessible. We have scaling options to accommodate athletes of all abilities and experience levels. If you’re new to CrossFit or have never done these movements, there are many other ways to participate and get involved.

Register here!

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