I guess I will just cut right to the chase. One World has 4 owners. For strictly business reasons, two of us offered to buy out two of the other owners. Had they accepted, no one would have even known that there was a change in ownership. Business as usual. The two owners declined our offer. It was the hardest decision I ever made in my life, but I asked for them to buy me out. I don’t want to air all the reasons why I made that decision over internet, but I will gladly sit down over a beer and tell anyone who wants to know in person.
So, Chyna and I are moving on from CrossFit One World. I’m very sad things didn’t work out the way I had hoped. One World has been my life for 8 years. I will always be grateful for the people I’ve met and that I was part of a gym that changed people’s lives for the better. It truly has been THE BEST 8 YEARS OF MY LIFE.
With change comes new opportunity. Chyna and I have partnered up with Jeff Moran of CrossFit of Fremont and will be co-owners of the gym. Jeff recently opened up a huge new facility and has done a great job building a solid community. Chyna and I excited to help Jeff with his new big spot. Jeff has graciously agreed to let Chyna and I do the programming for the gym and I will be blogging on their website soon. I’ll keep you posted.
About Chyna Cho and the Crossfit Games: Chyna will still be reppin’ One World at the 2014 CrossFit Games. After making it to the Games in 2010, most of you know how heartbreakingly close she came to making the Games in 2011, 2012, and 2013. You all were always there to support her and comfort her during those rough times. This year, One World was more supportive than ever and many of you played a part in her success this season. Chyna is forever grateful to all of you for your love and support, as am I. GO ONE WORLD.
Not the way I thought this blog would come to an end. Sometimes you just gotta keep it simple. Thanks for following. Farewell for now.
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You and Chyna's programming is great and your one of the best CF bloggers out there. I Will follow your entertaining blogs at your new spot. From a fellow SWAT operator be safe and Good Luck!
Eric
Wisconsin
Posted by: Eric | July 17, 2014 at 18:57
This is incredibly sad! I've been following your blog for years. Always made me laugh. Best of luck to you and chyna!!!!
Posted by: Nicole | July 16, 2014 at 04:57
Good luck Freddy on your future endeavor! Been enjoying the blog from down south in San Diego.
looking forward to all new posts. Can you make the background of the new page Orange as well
Posted by: Emilio | July 15, 2014 at 09:48
Freddy and Chyna,
Hello again from Richmond!I am sad! I have been following one world and have commented maybe a dozen times on it since 2007 or 2008? I remember thinking to myself when you guys first got together how you seemed like a great couple and I'm still in awe at your commitment to the athlete lifestyle. Wish I had gotten to meet you before this, I've always wanted to workout once at One World with you all. Stay safe and injury free out there! :)
-Mel
Posted by: Melodia | July 12, 2014 at 02:27
Best of luck from Illinois. I enjoy reading your blog; very insightful. Good luck @ the Games, Chyna. I'll be cheering for you.
Posted by: MJS#5 | July 10, 2014 at 06:26
Wow, what a surprise. I've long followed your excellent and amusing insights into fitness. All the best to you and Chyna from Australia. p.s. I too am grateful for the heads up about Sierra Nevada! Cheers.
Posted by: Adrian Woods | July 10, 2014 at 03:27
Thanks for all the great posts & info! Been following your blogs since 2007. Good luck at the new box & will be following your blog there now.
Posted by: lionelz | July 09, 2014 at 06:19
Get strong. 8 minute WOD. Eat delicious food. Drink great beer. #freddysworld
Happy to hear we'll all still get our daily blog dose. Good luck to you both and to everyone that you leave behind!
Posted by: Stephen | July 08, 2014 at 21:41
fail
Posted by: jimbo | July 08, 2014 at 18:58
Freddy:
Thanks for changing my life for the good. What a surprise this is! Wish you and Chyna Girl the best!
Posted by: Diane | July 07, 2014 at 22:17
This is crazy I have checked your blog almost daily for about 5 years now and it has been my favorite fitness blog on the Internet. I double checked today to see if this truly was the last post and I guess it actually is. Wish I could have made it up to Oneworld to get a workout in while you were still there, guys! Best of luck to you both.
Posted by: Mark | July 07, 2014 at 20:09
You probably got a larger following that you know of. We will miss your posts
Posted by: Charles | July 07, 2014 at 19:30
You guys are awesome! Gotta close some doors to open new ones. You guys will find success and have so much fun making the new gym your own. Will miss seeing you on Saturdays!!
Posted by: Tanya | July 07, 2014 at 11:13
Good luck Freddy C! I have been reading your blog posts for about 5 years because they are insightful, authentic, and entertaining. Although I have never stepped into One World, it has been pretty cool to watch from a far as One World has evolved over the years.
I wish all the best to the community at One World. I am sure they will miss you.
Good luck in your new adventure!
Chyna...kick some @ss at the Games.
...and most importantly, thanks for turning me on to Sierra Nevada Pale Ale! Dee---freakin---licious
Posted by: David in Orlando, FL | July 07, 2014 at 09:07
Very, very best of luck to you and Chyna as you move on to the new chapter in your life, Freddy. Your loyal fans will follow you wherever you go- we;ll, maybe not when you are sporting a sniper rifle..
Posted by: Joan | July 07, 2014 at 08:02
Hope you will be providing commentary @ your new gig. I'm a virtual follower from So Cal and have always enjoyed your posts. Best of luck at your new local.
Posted by: tracy | July 07, 2014 at 07:07
This is surprising sad news. I have never wod at CrossFit one world but i got my L1 certification at One world and i will always see one world, this blog and freddy as the people that started the journey of owning an affiliate that i am in right now. I have been following this blog because its the only one where the content is much more interesting than th. Wod :) so freddy, wherever you blog, i will follow. Hope that one day we can sit down and have a beer so i can hear your story
Posted by: Brian Pandji | July 07, 2014 at 04:39
Hi Freddy & Chyna, have been following your awesome programming for a long time in Australia, & will continue to do so wherever you both are. Qne World has rocked because of the love you both have for what you believe in, & i hope that this continues for all who train there. I feel grateful for all that you have contributed to this community, & to me personally. Wishing you both, & to all at One World, the very best of health & happiness from Australia.
Love Chris.
Posted by: Chris | July 07, 2014 at 02:29
Freddy - best of luck to you and Chyna in your new venture...you have changed a lot of people's lives for the better and have been a huge inspiration to everyone associated with One World, especially the old guys!
Doug
Posted by: Doug | July 06, 2014 at 23:38
Trey gets to be the last troll ever to post on the blog. Winner winner chicken dinner!
Posted by: freddy | July 06, 2014 at 22:58
Bittersweet, I am happy for you two. I wish you the best!
Posted by: Maris | July 06, 2014 at 22:43
Sounds like you didn't get your way and you are be a baby ..What will you do when Chyna leaves you ?
Posted by: Trey | July 06, 2014 at 22:42
I'll miss this orange blog. ;) Having once been featured with Kaela as a baby, I can honestly say it won't be the same. Thank you for the few but amazing times there, Freddy!! And good luck to you and Chyna on your new endeavor and lives together. <3
Posted by: Sakura | July 06, 2014 at 22:08
Good luck
Posted by: ron gellis | July 06, 2014 at 22:02
Everything happens for a reason. Good luck on your new adventures and see you around at the next masters comp.
Posted by: Patrick | July 06, 2014 at 20:52