A big thanks to Troy (Tyler’s younger brother) for putting together his 30th birthday post.

Today is Tyler’s 30th birthday. If you know us at all, were not those brother’s that get all emotional and hug and cheer each other on for all to see. We work together, we were roommates for 5 years, and we started cross fit together. We push each other to new heights in everything we do. After talking with a friend at cross fit South Bay, we tried one workout with Ruth and Sean back in March 2011 and were instantly hooked. Being the younger brother, my goal has always been to defeat Tyler, unfortunately its easier said than done. Tyler is one of those athlete’s that doesn’t stretch, roll, spend extra time on skill work, doesn’t enjoy running but is fast as hell, and doesn’t get tired mid work out. He can push through pain, and “destrominate” work outs no matter what it is (even rowing). He mastered muscle ups in a day, and dubs in a few weeks. Both took me months and frustrated the crap out of me, yet he was the one that gave me the extra pointers to figure them out. He has brought more new faces to the gym then anyone I can think of. Not all of them lasted but he is always spreading the word about Intrepid, how great of a workout it is and the results you will see. Tyler has come a long way from his old nickname of Bulldozer. He has matured and turned into a great athlete, brother, friend, and future husband to his fiancé Liz. The only thing he may love as much as Liz is surfing. He is the only person I know that commits to surfing 5 times a week rain or shine, weather its 50 degrees or 90 degrees if there’s waves you know where he is at. He also enjoys beach days, bike rides, and his latest obsession FOOD. Just ask Chef. Anyways Happy Birthday Tyler, I love you and you’re a great person to look up to, that is however when I am not looking back at you in a WOD.- Troy

Head down to Laguna Hills High School today and cheer on Josh, Brian, Michael, Jake, and Holley as they take on the Next Level Invitational CrossFit competition. Best of luck gang! See you down there!

WOD 2.04.12

Deck of Cards
In Teams of 3-5:
Hearts: Push Ups
Spades: Box Jumps
Diamonds: Sit Ups w/weight or T2B
Clubs: Squats (can be sandbag or goblet)