BTSCF Newsletter - May 2023
Hello summer. May came and went in the blink of an eye. Check out what is happening at BTSCF this month.
The Delaware River Run 5K
BTSCF was a proud sponsor of this year’s Delaware River Run 5K. We saw so many of our athletes in this race and we couldn’t be more proud of them.
Congratulations to Shawn B., Alyssa T., and John S. for picking up some hardware with their race results.
In Case You Missed It
We continued our look at The Magic of CrossFit with an article about Understanding the CrossFit Methodology and then breaking down the stigma of “‘Man Muscles’ and the Feminine Ideal.”
Memorial Day Murph
Every Memorial Day we remember the lives that were lost in service to our country and honor Michael P. Murphy by completing Murph. This year we had such an amazing turn out and we are so humbled that so many of our athletes chose to spend their Memorial Day with us.
Our coaches and athletes tackled Murph at 630am, 8am, 9am, and 10am. Kicking off our 8am heat, Darci R. performed a beautiful rendition of our national anthem.
Recipe of the Month
Roasted Whole Chicken
Ingredients:
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1 Whole Chicken (4-5 Pounds)
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1 Whole Lime
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1/4 Cup Olive Oil
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4 Tablespoons Barbecue Dry Rub (Recipe Below)
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1 Teaspoon Coarse Salt
Recipe:
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Preheat oven to 375 Degrees.
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Rinse chicken and remove any excess fat and place in roasting pan or baking dish.
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Cut lime in half, squeeze juice over chicken and rub halves on chicken and discard.
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Mix barbecue dry rub, coarse salt, and olive oil. Rub evenly over chicken.
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Place in oven for approximately 1.5 hours until the internal temperature is at least 165 degrees.
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Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes, then carve. Save all bones and freeze for meal prep for chicken soup.
Barbecue Dry Rub
This rub can be stored in a mason jar or other sealed container in your spice cabinet. It’s an excellent blend to use for everything from grilling, roasting, and sautéing both meat and vegetables.
Recipe:
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1 Cup Paprika
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1/4 Cup Cayenne Pepper
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1/2 Cup Coarse Grain Salt
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1/4 Cup Black Pepper
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1/4 Cup Garlic Powder
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1/4 Cup Cumin
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1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
Recipe provided by BTSCF member and Executive Chef, Shawn B. Check out Grandchamps Restaurant the next time you’re in Brooklyn, NY.
BTSCF Feature Athlete
Meet Lindsay Carroll
When did you start CrossFitting?
2015!
If different, when did you start at BTSCF?
2018
What brought you to CrossFit?
I was looking for a more comprehensive way to train for Spartan Races and CrossFit has it all!
What have you learned from doing CrossFit?
I have learned to love and appreciate my body for all that it is capable of.
What would you say to someone who is on the fence about starting CrossFit?
DO IT!! Whether you choose to do CrossFit or any other type of exercise, take time to take care of yourself!
What do you like to do in your free time?
Um, lift heavy **** with my friends? I also love to cook and spend time with my family, especially the loves of my life, Chuck and Robb.
What do you do for work and how has CrossFit impacted how you do your job?
I work as a Secure Hospital Treatment Assistant at Mid-Hudson Forensic Psychiatric Center. CrossFit has given me the strength and fitness to respond efficiently and effectively in emergency situations and the confidence to take the lead in a male-dominated occupation.
We threw some rapid fire questions at Lindsay, here’s what she had to say…
Q: What super power would you give yourself?
A: The ability to snap my fingers and be showered and in my jammies as soon as I get home!
Q: What's your favorite healthy food?
A: Rice cakes and peanut butter
Q: What's your favorite not so healthy food?
A: Pizza!
Q: What TV Sitcom family or group would you be a member of?
A: I would love to be on AFC Richmond with Ted Lasso as my coach
Q: If you were famous, what would you be famous for?
A: Cooking!
Q: If you could write your own fortune cookie fortune, what would it say?
A: It is a good day to have a good day
Q: If you were a professional wrestler, what would you finishing move be called?
A: The Avada Kedavra
Q: Who do you look up to for inspiration at BTSCF?
A: I can’t single anyone out, but I for sure look up to all the strong, badass women we have in our BTSCF fam!
Q: What is your favorite and least favorite movement?
A: My favorite is a clean & jerk and you all know ya girl hates to run
Q: What is the one thing you've done at BTSCF that your old self wouldn't ever believe?
A: Legless rope climbs!