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Matthew

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Crossfit Competitive Athlete’s with @mayhemathlete
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Dad I miss you. You used to call me all the time. For no reason other than to check on me. And every once in a while, you would get emotional and tell me how proud of me you were. You would tell me that I was the best version of everything you had hoped I would become, and that you couldn’t have been more proud of anyone in your life. I don’t think I truly understood what that meant to me. I realized when you died that you were the one man in this world who genuinely wants me to become a better version of the person you were. You pushed me to succeed more than you did to be stronger, happier, more successful, and to be a better man than you thought you were. There wasn’t ever any competition. You just truly wanted me to be the best version of me. Now you’re gone. I’ll never get any more random phone calls, I’ll never get to hear you. Tell me how proud of me you are again. I’ll never get to have your advice or when I’m in despair for you to tell me everything is gonna be OK that I’m the strongest person that you’ve ever met and I will get through it. I need you more today than I could’ve ever needed you before. There is a version of me that nobody, but you got to see, not my friends, not even my family. It’s the version of me that sits quietly alone at night and questions everything. Every decision I’ve made. Whether I’m doing good enough. What I’m even worth. Where is my life going. Am I making the right choices. What should I do next? Then eventually I fall sleep. Morning comes, I get up, put my head down, and try to do the best I can. You once told me that when I lay down at night to think about all the good things and the bad things of the day focus on one good thing, you did well and let everything else fade away. In the morning, get up and try and do one more good thing. I don’t know if I ever told you how much those conversations mattered. I don’t know if you knew how much of what you taught me stayed with me. And I don’t think I ever told you enough that I was just as proud to be your son as you were to be my father. Thank you for being my father! Wish I could hear it one more time, “Matt I am so proud of you!” Or “Matt everything is going to be ok.” taken in Richmond, Virginia by @spartancoregroup

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18 days ago

METCON RUSH: The Test of Fitness Vol 11.
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Confirmed: 45+ Rx Individual
Athletes: @spartancoregroup
Affiliate: @crossfitpushinweight
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#metconrush
#vol11
#thetestoffitness taken in METCON RUSH by @spartancoregroup

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4 months ago

2026 CrossFit season officially comes to an end.

This year I pushed harder than I ever have. From Fittest on the Coast, to the Open, into Quarterfinals, to earning a spot at the In-Person Semifinals in Del Mar, I gave everything I had to this season. I fought my way into the top 15 at Semifinals and put myself in a strong position against some incredible Crossfit Games athletes.

At the end of the weekend, it wasn’t enough for a CrossFit Games spot this year.

That part stings because I know how much work went into this season and how badly I wanted it. But competition has a way of exposing everything, physically, mentally, emotionally, and this season showed me exactly where I still need to grow.

I learned a lot about myself this year. About preparation, consistency, mindset, recovery, pacing, and handling pressure when things don’t go perfectly. Some moments I handled really well, others showed me areas I need to improve if I want to take the next step.

Now it’s time to rebuild.

The goal moving into next season is simple: become a more complete athlete in every way possible. More disciplined, more emotionally stable, more confident, better conditioned, and more dialed in across every area of training and recovery. There are holes I need to fix, and I’m excited to attack them.

I’m proud of how hard I fought this season and grateful for every person who supported me along the way, whether that was judging, coaching, training with me, pushing me, or simply believing in me. Big Shout out to Coach @pat.dane06 thank you for being there to push me and coach me! I couldn’t be a more proud dad having you coach me this season and @patdane1 I know you were there watching us from Heaven and cheering your boys on!

Thank you @mayhemathlete for the programming and @crossfitpushinweight for the last minute guidance, support and community!

Didn’t make the Games this year.

But I don’t quit.

I’m not done yet.

#CrossFit #crossfitopen #mastersathlete #tacticalathlete #hardworkpaysoffs taken in Montpelier, Virginia by @spartancoregroup

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5 months ago

I am still struggling so hard today, like yesterday, I didn’t get a chance to post this to IG, only Facebook before I got overwhelmed.

On Monday, my dad, Pat Dane, passed away after a sudden and devastating diagnosis of stage 4 small cell neuroendocrine cancer. We were only given a week with him after his diagnosis, and none of us were prepared for how quickly this happened.

His wife, Marie Dailey, was by his side through it all. With his passing, she has lost not only her husband but also her provider and partner in life. To make things even harder, their car broke down last week, there was no life insurance or will in place, and Marie now faces an uncertain future with no family of her own to lean on.

I’ve created a GoFundMe to help her with immediate needs, a reliable car, funeral and household expenses, and some stability as she navigates life after this unimaginable loss.

If you knew my dad, you know the kind of man he was, loyal, giving, and always there for others. Now, in his honor, I’m asking for help to be there for Marie in her time of need.

Any contribution, no matter the size, will make a difference. Thank you for your love, generosity, and prayers as we honor my dad’s memory and support Marie.

https://gofund.me/33e9e9e70

Link in my BIO taken in Southport, North Carolina by @spartancoregroup

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a year ago

When you travel outside the country, what is your go to daily carry? I am currently in Malawi Africa and my go to is always, some local currency, my hotel keycard, my passport, a @streamlightinc microstream flashlight and my EDC @dull.boy.blades non-metallic G10 Mini BeeKeeper. Now sometime I add to this but not here. What’s your OCONUS carry standard? Have any thoughts let me know. -The Old Man

Speed. Strength. Violence.

#edc #edcgear #edccarry #travel #travelgear #alwaysready #knifefighting #training #surefire #africa taken in Lilongwe, Malawi by @spartancoregroup

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3 years ago

Faith, Family and Fitness Series:

As we embark on this new year, I’m excited to introduce the “Faith, Family, and Fitness Series.” In this series, we’ll engage in weekly discussions about essential aspects of our fitness, faith and family journeys. For our inaugural topic, we’re shining a spotlight on a fundamental element: intensity. It’s not just a word; it’s a guiding principle that shapes every moment you spend in the gym, propelling you towards your fitness goals, whether in CrossFit, or any other fitness pursuit. Join us as we delve into why intensity matters, and how it directly contributes to your growth within our CrossFit community. I hope to see you comment below with your thoughts on this topic and what topics we can share in the weeks to come.

- The Old Man and his Tribe

#faithfamilyfitness #fitness #crossfit #crossfitcommunity #coaching #newyearnewme #fyp #fitterfasterstronger #family #god #faith #freedom #tribe #goodvibes #lifecoaching #life #fitmom #fitdad #fitnessmotivation #athlete #mayhemathlete taken in SpartanCore Group by @spartancoregroup

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3 years ago

My thoughts today…..

“But, in a larger sense, we can not dedicate -- we can not consecrate -- we can not hallow -- this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract. The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here. It is for us the living, rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus far so nobly advanced. It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us -- that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion -- that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain -- that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom -- and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.”

Abraham Lincoln
November 19, 1863

On this Day, as we remember our men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, let us reflect on our role as Americans.

Regardless of our political differences, we can unite in our commitment to be better individuals and a better nation. We must bridge divides, foster understanding, and work towards a society that upholds justice, equality, and respect.

In honoring the fallen, we embrace our shared responsibility to actively engage in democracy, hold our elected officials accountable, and contribute to the betterment of our communities.

By doing so, we ensure that their sacrifice was not in vain and that our freedom continues to thrive. Together, let us build a future where our nation stands united, guided by the ideals our fallen heroes fought and died for.

Let us rise above partisanship, honor the fallen, cherish our freedom, and embrace our shared responsibility as Americans. -The Old Man

#MemorialDay #HonorTheFallen #cherishfreedom #freedom #america #standtall #lead #proud #quotes #usa #instagram #amazing #fyp taken in SpartanCore Group by @spartancoregroup

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3 years ago

Go FAR or Go FAST!?! Stay tuned to our YouTube channel for our thoughts. by @spartancoregroup

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3 years ago

Our philosophy is Speed, Strength, Violence.

- We want you to have the “Speed” and mental fortitude to get away from or handle a threatening or violent encounter.

- We want you to have the “Strength” and physical resiliency to disengage or fight through the violent encounter.

- If those fail, we want you to have the “Speed” and “Strength” to combine with the needed amount of “Violence” to stop the encounter and get to safety.

The Goal isn’t to commit violence but to be able to get away or repel violence. We are teaching you how to survive a threatening or violent encounter, which more than likely is to get away from it not to engage with it. But if that fails, we will teach you to end that encounter in the fastest way possible with the needed amount of controlled violence. We are not seeking violence – quite the contrary, we are looking for the immediate ability to swiftly and decisively end the encounter.

The Basic Combative & Edged Weapon Tactics Course is a training program that provides participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively defend themselves in close quarters combat situations involving physical confrontation, deadly force with/without an edged or improvised weapon.

https://www.spartancoreva.com/blade/

Speed. Strength. Violence.

#training #fighting #trainedandready #protect #switchedon #fitness #knife #ccw #edc #edcknife #edcgear #warriorwithinher #workout #repost #usa #amazing #fyp #gym #hot #vet #rltw #thinblueline #firstresponder #crossfit #mindset #speed #strength #violence #mma #bjj taken in Richmond, Virginia by @spartancoregroup

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3 years ago

Our Basic Combative & Edged Weapon Tactics course will be how we are kicking off our Civilian Training Program. This is one of our most requested OG courses🤘🏼

🔥It’s Back and with $50 OFF - Code: OG🔥

- Exclusive Partner Code - Ask us about this

🏴Combative Blade
🏴Sunday, 5.21.23 - Richmond, VA

We expect high demand for his course, limit spots available! Secure your spot below 👇🏼

https://www.spartancoreva.com/blade/

Speed. Strength. Violence.

#training #fighting #trainedandready #protect #switchedon #violence #fitness #knife #ccw #edc #edcknife #edcgear #warriorwithinher #workout #repost #throwbackthursday #usa #instagram #amazing #streetstyle #fyp #gym #hot #vet #rltw #thinblueline #firstresponder #momstrong #eattheweak #crossfit taken in DBG CrossFit by @spartancoregroup

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3 years ago

🤘🏼Our Basic Combative & Edged Weapon Tactics course will be how we are kicking off our Civilian Training Program. This is one of our most requested OG courses🤘🏼

🔥It’s Back and with $50 OFF - Code: OG🔥

- Exclusive Partner Code - Ask us about this

🏴Combative Blade
🏴Sunday, 7.16.23 - Richmond, VA

We expect high demand for his course, limit spots available! Secure your spot below 👇🏼

https://www.spartancoreva.com/blade/

Speed. Strength. Violence.

#training #fighting #trainedandready #protect #switchedon #violence #fitness #knife #ccw #edc #edcknife #edcgear #warriorwithinher #workout #repost #throwbackthursday #usa #instagram #amazing #streetstyle #fyp #gym #hot #vet #rltw #thinblueline #firstresponder #momstrong #eattheweak #crossfit by @spartancoregroup

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3 years ago

🇺🇸Breaching and Bangs.. Yes, Please !💥 taken in Fairfax, Virginia by @spartancoregroup

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3 years ago