Strength isn't just some abstract fantasy for all but a select few; it's every woman's and every man's birthright. And any fitness program that isn't putting honest effort toward making that legacy a reality is incomplete. It's really that simple. … [Read more...] about Your birthright.
Get Your Strength On!
If you look closely you can see Ashley's spinal erectors firing. THAT's what we're talking about!!! Strong, resilient, functional muscle that serves you over a lifetime. Come get your strength on! … [Read more...] about Get Your Strength On!
How Healthy Will You Be In 2015?
CrossFit is frequently associated with incredible feats of athleticism, and the equally impressive physiques of its top athletes. And given our natural human desire to excel and "look good naked", that's not a surprising phenomenon. But as we reexamine our priorities for the 2015 New Year, let's look at the deeper benefits of a core strength and conditioning program like CrossFit. It is our observation that every measurable value of health can be put on a continuum that ranges from sickness to … [Read more...] about How Healthy Will You Be In 2015?
How Healthy Will You Be In 2015?
CrossFit is frequently associated with incredible feats of athleticism, and the equally impressive physiques of its top athletes. And given our natural human desire to excel and "look good naked", that's not a surprising phenomenon. But as we reexamine our priorities for the 2015 New Year, let's look at the deeper benefits of a core strength and conditioning program like CrossFit. It is our observation that every measurable value of health can be put on a continuum that ranges from sickness to … [Read more...] about How Healthy Will You Be In 2015?
Pick it up. Put it over your head.
Since the dawn of man, there have been precious few simpler ways to build and/or measure strength. If you can strict press your body weight, you are officially strong. If you can't strict press at least half of your body weight, it's time to get to work. … [Read more...] about Pick it up. Put it over your head.
Strong People.
"Strong people are harder to kill than weak people, and more useful in general." -Mark Rippetoe. Sure, it's a funny quote. But it's also true; and not just in the sense of physical assault. Strong people are more likely to survive accidents and disease. That's a fact. And if you're not lifting heavy things, your fitness regimen is inadequate; potentially dangerously so. That's a fact. Speaking of strong people, congrats to Erin, Jess, and Megan who put up Back Squat personal records of 1x200#, … [Read more...] about Strong People.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnvBb7SLSxI Maybe your goal this year is to do Pull-ups. We start with Ring Rows of gradually increasing difficulty, and then progress to Assisted Pull-ups with "jump bands". Eventually we work congruently with strict unassisted Pull-ups and learning the Kipping Pull-up. One way to practice the unassisted Kipping Pull-up is with the band. Way to show 'em how it's done, Megan. … [Read more...] about
Strong!
Lindsay rocking out Ring Dips. Fact is, CrossFit is the only exercise regimen other than gymnastics to have done so much to expose and develop the strength of the fairer sex. And nothing has done a better job of developing all-around fitness. Strong work, Lindsay. … [Read more...] about Strong!
PR Week!
No not Public Relations; Personal Records. And what a week it was: -Matt H: 240# on Back Squat and 285# on Deadlift! -Rachel L: 120# on Back Squat and 5x140# on Deadlifts! -Megan E: 150# on Back Squat and 4x150# on Deadlift! -Renee G: 165# on Back Squat and 7x150# on Deadlift! -Jeff L: 2x225# on Back Squat! -Laura B: 90# on Back Squat and 5x90# on Deadlift! -Lauren F: 6x195# on Deadlift! -Andy D: 275# on Back Squat! -Amy L: 215# on Back Squat and Deadlift! -Lee H: 5x175# on Deadlift (15 … [Read more...] about PR Week!
Beauty and Strength
Socrates once said, “No [one] has the right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. It is a shame for [one] to grow old without seeing the beauty and strength of which [their] body is capable.” Now, he may have been a wee bit extreme with the whole no right thing. But... MAN! ...if you knew what we know about just how beautiful and strong your body could be, we have to believe you'd want to experience that for yourself! What are you waiting for? … [Read more...] about Beauty and Strength
