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This week is our "max out" week for CrossFit Gof Metgot. So far we had a max day for bench press, deadlifts, hand stand push ups and strict pull ups.

PRs from Monday and Tuesday:

• Handstand Push Ups - 13, +5 reps 
• Bench Press - 240 lb, +15 lb 
• Strict Pull Ups - 10, +4 reps 
• Fran - 7:07, -4:53 from previous time

I know it's not Monday, but I wanted put up some WIP of the new model I'm painting. I started painting my journeyman warcaster Tristan Durant. So far, most of the base coating has been done and I put some base coats for the metals. In keeping with my theme I decided to paint him primarily black with the other cloth pieces maroon and cream. I'm not that great with black but I need the practice. Hopefully this model comes turns out well. Should be posting more shots over the next few weeks. Let me know what you guys think, comment on the bottom.


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My snatches need a lot of work. Last Friday I tried to hit a PR on my snatch. I attempted to lift 160 lb. which is 5 lb. over my current max. I failed all three attempts, but I almost made my last lift. I think with some more strength training and more practice I'll be able ready. I need to work on some drills for speed  under the bar. I'll talk to my coach and see if I can get some snatch balance work in. In other news I dropped 10 lb. and I'm finally down to 200 lb. Still have 30 - 40 lb. to go.

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Bastion Seneschal WIP

Assembled the missing pieces from the bastion model and did some highlighting. During assembly I got some super glue on the model. I will have to touch up the paint which is going to be a pain. I will need to add more shades and clean up the highlights. This was a fun model to paint and build but it still needs some work. After I finish the touch ups I will be working on Tristan.

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Sorry about the delay with last month's crate unboxing. Loot Crate didn't ship my box until after June 1, and I had to email them to make sure they sent one. The customer service department was fast to respond and a crate was shipped out the next day. I hope it's an isolated case and this month's crate is shipped out on time.

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Whats in the Box?

This months box can be made into the locker room from Team Fortress. Even though I haven't played Team Fortress, I like this box. The details are great and part of the box has a cut out for a bench that goes in the middle of the floor.


If you grew up in the 90's you probably watched the original Power Rangers show. My friends and I would play Power Rangers and I would always pick green. The addition of a new ranger was a big deal to 8 year old me. The whole sword flute thing was cool and he had the best "animal" zord, a dragon!


I figured their would be some Avengers items since the movie was released in May. The ice cube tray is cool, and Loot Crate is having a Marvel themed cocktail contest. The shoe laces are cool, might switch out the laces on my Nike MetCon 1. The Avengers decal is alright. I don't think I will put it on my car however.


Some exclusives were the Bravest Warriors comic and a special MAD issue. I'm not a big fan of the Bravest Warriors but I'll read the comic. I used to read MAD magazine when I was younger, and I was a fan of the TV show. The collectors buttons are interesting, need to read up on what they mean. The Rick and Morty puzzle is interesting as well. I will probably let my younger siblings put this together. It's summer so they will probably need something to do.

Final Thoughts

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Managed to get some work done on the Bastion Seneschal. Painted some base coats on the pauldrons and leg plates. Did some clean up work with metallics as well. Need to finish up base coats on these pieces before I can move on to highlighting.


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I finally hit a PR on my clean and jerk. My previous PR was 205 lb. and today I lifted 215 lb. I learned that your mental state plays a big role in heavy lifts. I made two attempts at 205 and missed one of them. The difference between the two lifts were my mental state. I wasn't 100% during my missed lift; I wasn't focused. After reevaluating and some notes from my coaches I made the lift. I felt really good after and decided to try and PR.

Thankfully, it only took one attempt. My coaches were trying to get me to attempt 225 lb but I decided against it. I only had a few minutes left and I didn't want to rush it. The next time a max clean and jerk comes up, I'll definitely attempt 225 lb. I wanted to post a video but it didn't come out well, next time.

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After being introduced to Ultimate Frisbee a few years ago I look forward to the annual Hat tournament. A hat tournament is a random team event. Players are placed on teams based on ability which makes all the teams balanced (on paper). The event lasts the whole weekend with a round robin tournament on Saturday and a beach tournament on Sunday. Each day has a different format and different teams. Guam Ultimate For All (GUFA) also has events during the weekend. They have a costume party on Saturday night which is related to the tournament theme. A meet and greet is also held on Friday; you can pick up your jersey and meet your team mates.

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