Each year at the CrossFit Games, they honor someone with the Spirit of the Games award. This honor goes to the ‘athlete who embodies the spirit of the sport.’

Each week during the 2015 CrossFit Open, No Excuses CrossFit will recognize a member it feels represented the Spirit of the Games. This week’s honor goes to …

Matt Ziesmer had never completed a handstand pushup in his three-year CrossFit career. So when then the gymnastics movement showed up in 15.4, it was time for him to get inverted. He didn’t know if he was going get one or none. He got three! That’s an impressive feat when you consider Matt’s 6-foot-4, 220-pound stature.

Matt’s persistence and patience is what CrossFit is all about. He has come a long way in his CrossFit journey and his hard work is paying off now.

Congratulations Matt! We are very proud of you!!