This was another emotionally exhausting week. First, hearing about Dave Glassman’s lack of support for the black community and black lives matter movement, and then hearing more and more information around the disgusting culture at CrossFit, Inc head quarters. It was just heart breaking to be honest.… Read the rest
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Memorial Day Murph CrossFit Workout- Weekly Recap – 5.24.20
For my birthday this year, I was blessed with a lovely down week. Monday we celebrated Memorial Day as we have every year for the past 5 years; with the Memorial Day Murph workout at the CrossFit box. I want to share more about the workout in just a bit. … Read the rest
Going Back to the Box
It’s been about 8 weeks since gyms and CrossFit boxes across Texas closed their doors. And let me tell you, it feels like years. For better or for worse, things are starting to reopen, and many people are very much looking forward to running back in. … Read the rest
CrossFit at Home – Life Without the Whiteboards
Almost nothing about life now is the same as life a month ago, including how we CrossFit. Workouts have moved from boxes to garages and living rooms, coaches are hosting zoom workouts, and CrossFitters everywhere are working out solo. And as much as I miss not having burpees prescribed every other day, one change that I am not upset about when it comes to CrossFit at home is life without the whiteboard.… Read the rest
Support Your Local Box – Weekly Recap – 4.12.20
Another week of solid Running Base Training is in the books, mixed in with some self-programmed and Support Your Local Box workouts. I split up my runs this week between road and trail miles, and was even able to get my 6 year old in on some of the action. … Read the rest
CrossFitting At Home
My family and I are approximately 179 days into our shelter in place order. I haven’t been keeping an exact count since I’ve been busy learning the finer points of “virtual learning” and the kindergarten curriculum, but 179 days feels about right. … Read the rest
What Your CrossFit Coach Want You To Know During COVID-19
CrossFit boxes all over the world are closing their doors, and doing their best to balance supporting their members, while keeping them safe. Over the past month, it’s been an incredible experience to watch boxes all over the nation step up and find innovative ways to continue to engage with the community and offer free workouts, gear, and encouragement to their members. … Read the rest
Ridiculous Things We Only Do In CrossFit Workouts
CrossFit is an incredible sport. It has allowed me to run healthy and injury -free for the past 10 years, and has helped me to recognize my own strength. As much as I LOVE CrossFit, I have to admit there are some truly silly things we only do in CrossFit workouts.… Read the rest
CrossFit for Beginners – Tips I Wish Someone Gave Me
CrossFit as a sport has received its fair share of press. From Netflix documentaries to televised global competitions to serious allegations of steroid abuse, people have a lot to say about CrossFit. The sport has a reputation of being extreme, competitive, and sometimes dangerous. … Read the rest
Working Out While Traveling for Work – Weekly Recap – 2.16.20
This was another hectic week for me, with work and travel and training. Whew, and it’s not slowing down any time soon. Working out while traveling for work is not easy, but it’s something I’m not willing to skimp on. So, Sunday I headed up to Austin for work, and got to meet up with my mom for a bougie dinner. … Read the rest