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Justin Riley, co-owner of CrossFit East Sacramento, competed in the Games this year (44th overall). Co-owner Travis Cassidy finished 28th. In this CrossFit Movie Outtake, Justin talks about his experience at the Games, how he started CrossFit, and his hopes (now realized) to open an affiliate.
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Good video; I could have used a row/double under/wall ball WOD for the final, too, Justin!
You can see the OPT crew gather in the background of the video while Tony B is interviewing James at the same time.
Nice interview Justin, can't wait to come see your box. Keep me posted on the grand opening!
november 15th 2008 sacramento ca, anyone who wants to come have a good time at our grand opening party.
Righteous! Way to represent Sacto, Justin!
I was with you on the thought of a longer, endurance based WOD to thin the herd. Maybe next year!
cool vid Justin-way to pump the Sacto CrossFit scene. We're oing to try and make the grand opening.
Great video! The CF Coolaid is going to flow through the Sacramento Area. The Nabeta's are behind you.
nice justin, glad you decided to drink the kool aid. i will see you this weekend. just got into sac last night. thanks again for the open invite!
Hey thats me in the background hahaha...
Congrats Justin! Hope the grand opening is amazing!!