Author Archives: scharles

Crossfit: the next big thing in crossfit events!

Posted on February 13, 2012 by scharles

Ha!  I’ve come up with a great idea.  I was at the Sac Throwdown over the weekend, and I was really impressed with the level of athletes that participated.  Of course, they sent the best of their best.  I know Crossfit East … Continue reading →

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Crossfit as a sport: some notes and comments

Posted on February 13, 2012 by scharles

I think of Crossfit as a sport, and you’ll see what I mean when you watch the video. Crossfit lacks the rigid structure that other sports have, but of course that’s the point. What defines Crossfit as a sport is it’s dynamic quality. The workouts test every possible domain of fitness: strength, endurance, agility. Continue reading →

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Crossfit notes: managing expectations while in a “cult”

Posted on February 9, 2012 by scharles

Forging elite fitness does not mean I come in first. Continue reading →

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KOLT Run’s production of “Where We’re Born”: notes and comments

Posted on February 5, 2012 by scharles

I can describe the production with three words: focus, rhythm, intensity. What I found interesting was that nobody, not for a minute, dropped the ball. Every performer was totally in tune with their character. Continue reading →

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Crossfit: 1 Year Later

Posted on January 31, 2012 by scharles

About this time last year I signed up for Crossfit at East Sacramento Crossfit.  I remember it was a difficult decision.  First, the cost — more expensive than a regular gym.  Plus, the workouts would be difficult.  I knew this … Continue reading →

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Thomas Friedman: In Your Face

Posted on January 28, 2012 by scharles

I’ve come to the conclusion that when people really, really enjoy conversation with a person who is great at conversations, and they agree with them, they label that person “erudite” and “articulate.” When there is a disagreement, that same person … Continue reading →

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Crossfit and the Nature of competition: a Few Notes and Comments

Posted on January 1, 2012 by scharles

Last year right about this time I joined my local Crossfit gym, Crossfit East Sacramento. CFES is not a “gym” in the usual sense. Virtually all of the workouts are done in groups. Sometimes individuals work out alone as needed. … Continue reading →

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The Playwright as Warrior

Posted on July 24, 2011 by scharles

Recently a friend of mine reccomended I read a book called “Backwards and Forwards” — subtitled “A Technical Manual for Reading Plays”. The author is a man named David Ball, who seems to have the right credentials. The book is … Continue reading →

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The Diviners: notes and comments about a play

Posted on July 9, 2011 by scharles

I had a chance to see The Diviners last night for their open dress rehearsal.  Cast and crew did a great job.  The play is well staged and well acted.   Great story as well.  Excellent  theater. The Diviners has 11 … Continue reading →

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Dinners With Augie World Premier!

Posted on June 29, 2011 by scharles

Dinners With Augie opens Friday July 15th, and runs Fridays and Saturdays until August 6th at the Geery Theater, located at 2130 “L” Street.  Shows start at 8pm.  Tickets are $10.  Give us a call at 916-730-2192 for box office … Continue reading →

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