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Lift Up Autism

  • CrossFit Merit 4240 Old Town Rd Huntingtown, MD, 20639 United States (map)

WHAT IS LIFT UP AUTISM?

Two years ago, on October 19, 2013 Josh Everett, TrainHeroic, and the more than 350 boxes in the CrossFit community rallied together in spectacular fashion to support the Autism community in a worldwide workout event called Lift Up Luke. This "competition for a cause" specifically sought to support early diagnosis and treatment of Autism, raise funds for the Autism Tree Project Foundation in San Diego, and most importantly, turn a global spotlight on the measured and severe impact of Autism on families and individuals around the world.

This year, we're upping the ante and doubling down our efforts to take the impact of the event to another level.

And with your help, we can double the impact.

On September 19th, 2015 we’re rebooting the event under the more inclusive name of “Lift Up Autism” and calling athletes and coaches everywhere to mobilize around this cause.

This year, we're working to bring 500+ Boxes, 7500+ Athletes, and 50 countries around the world together for a day of community, awareness, and action.

THE WORKOUT "LUKE"

5 MIN AMRAP

4 Power Cleans: 155 lbs.  men/105 lbs. women

24 Double Unders

10 Pull-Ups

The "Luke" workout is challenging but accessible.  We have scaling options to accommodate athletes of all abilities and experience levels. If you're new to CrossFit or have never done these movements, there are many other ways to participate and get involved.

To learn more and/or register click here.