EP8: 2021 The Murph Challenge

Had the pleasure to talk with Kristen and Justin and talk about
The Murph Challenge. Kristen has been gracious to allow us to
host the 2021 Murph Challenge at CrossFit Lubbock. From day 1
Kristen has been super supportive and such an amazing host.
 The Murph Challenge is a workout dedicated to LT. Michael
P. Murphy, the workout consists of 1 Mile Run, 100 pullups, 200
Pushups, 300 Air Squats, and ended with a 1 Mile, all while in a
20lbs flack vest. Many modifications can be done to accomplish
this workout, the true meaning of the workout is to remember
America’s best and brightest men and women that have sacrificed
their lives for this great country. Memorial Day is a holy day
for the veteran community, as it represents the best of us. If
Memorial Day sucks for you, I do not want you to be alone, I want
you to be with your fellow veteran “embracing the suck”.


https://themurphchallenge.com/pages/about-the-event


Kristen – Has been involved in CrossFit since 2010, she was
ranked 44th worldwide for the Women’s 40-44 age group.  She
went to the CrossFit Games in 2015 as part of the CrossFit
Lubbock Team and placed 35th overall. With all her CrossFit
achievements, she has never mentioned it and only wanted to know
how she could help veterans and spread the word about The Murph
Challenge.


Justin – With over 23 years in the Army as Active Duty and
Reservist, Justin has dedicated his life to the military and
continues to serve. Justin talks about how CrossFit and fitness
have helped shaped his life.