How to get motivated
Pro-level athletes are not more motivated than you are. Olympic athletes don’t just “want it more”. The best CrossFitter in your gym has the same struggles with motivation that you do. The difference? They know how to get motivated (and what to do when they don’t feel motivated at all.) Ask anyone at the highest […]
‘I want to be better at 40 than when I was at 30.’
‘I want to be better at 40 than when I was at 30.’ Just because you get older doesn’t mean your health and fitness have to decline. Believe it or not, but it can improve as you get older. The poor sleep, the bad food choices, the stressful situations you experienced in your 20s and […]
Slide to the left… now slide to the right
As coaches the main reasons people come to us are to improve aesthetics and or performance. But over the past few years my mind has been opened to some new ways of thinking about the benefits of exercise beyond how it will affect body composition. Movement to improve mobility. Since we’ve switched to our full […]
‘I know I should lift weights, but I don’t want to bulk up’
This is a common phrase we hear during a No Sweat Intro. “I know I should lift weights, but I don’t want to bulk up.” Most people are under the assumption that if they lift weights they will get the physique of a bodybuilder or the competitive CrossFit athlete they see on social media. To […]
Unlock your muscle-building potential with the right nutrition
Tired of hitting a plateau in your muscle gain journey? Want to maximize your gains and sculpt the physique of your dreams? The key is in your plate! Discover the game-changing impact of proper nutrition and how it can take your gains to new heights! Step 1: Prioritize Protein Power Protein is the superhero of […]
You’re never too old to join No Excuses CrossFit
It is easy to think that repeated use of our joints to squat, push and pull all that weight would create long-term issues. In reality, it actually helps. By the time we hit 40 years of age, most of us are losing muscle mass at a rate of 5% per decade. By age 70, we […]
‘I can’t do it by myself’
It’s hard to do something new on your own. You’ve started and stopped workout programs over and over through the years. You get motivated to begin, but then that excitement is gone. You stop. Time passes by and you start again. You have good intentions. You want to be better. But you can’t do it […]
Stop skipping breakfast!
During our No Sweat Intro, many clients tell me that they often don’t eat first thing in the morning, and opt for a cup or two of coffee instead. While the temporary stimulation from the caffeine might provide a brief wake-up, the lack of nutrients and dehydrating effects of coffee are not the ideal start […]
The power of group workouts
Are you tired of boring solo workouts that lack motivation and excitement? Looking for a game-changing fitness experience that will supercharge your progress and bring out your best? Look no further! 4 tips for group workouts: Step 1: Find Your Tribe Search for local fitness communities, join a gym, or explore online platforms where people […]
Why you should start personal training
The options or plans to choose from to lose weight, build muscle and improve your health seem endless. You probably see them in your Facebook and Instagram feed daily. And while the number of options for in-home exercise are increasing and group classes are fun for some, you need to ask yourself. “What’s best for […]