Local athletes raise more than 300,000 pounds during Back to School Barbell Bash in Bothell

More than 20 fitness enthusiasts came together for CrossFit Bothell's first ever Back to School Barbell Bash on July 25.

August 3, 2015 12:31 pm
CrossFit Bothell coach and Barbell Bash organizer Rich Fly.
CrossFit Bothell coach and Barbell Bash organizer Rich Fly.

More than 20 fitness enthusiasts came together for CrossFit Bothell’s first ever Back to School Barbell Bash on July 25.

In an effort to raise funds and supplies for Northshore School District’s Back Packs for Kids, CrossFit Bothell invited athletes to join together and raise a collective total of 100,000 pounds. The entry fee included either a monetary donation or school supplies.

“It was a really great event and for a amazing cause,” said Jeff Langton, owner and coach. “Next year we plan to aim even higher. Our members are all about building a stronger community.”

With the momentum going and athletes raising the bar from the ground to overhead, the 100,000-pound mark was quickly surpassed to more than 300,000 pounds.