“Variety: The Spice of Life”

“Variety: The Spice of Life”

When I first discovered Crossfit I, like many first timers, became instantly hooked…cough cough obsessed. Several classes in and I knew I had found my “new thing”. I was pretty disinterested in doing any other form of exercise, mainly because I believed I was...
It’s Not About The “After Photo”

It’s Not About The “After Photo”

“The minute you think you have arrived at the door of greatness, it will continuously get slammed in your face. The key to success is to be a lifelong learner who continuously works hard to improve. When you stay humble and hungry and focus on the process, you will...
“The Mind: A Beautiful Servant And A Dangerous Master”

“The Mind: A Beautiful Servant And A Dangerous Master”

During this last Open Season, workout 17.1 was by far the most challenging for me as an athlete. The workout included an ascending rep ladder of dumbbell snatches accompanied by 15 burpee box jump overs between each set. Prior to starting the workout, I recall feeling...
The Open Is Over…Now What?

The Open Is Over…Now What?

The 2017 Open season has concluded and many of you, including affiliate owners, may be breathing a sigh of relief. For the majority of Crossfit athletes, participating in the Open is the end goal after a long year of training. With the final workout being announced...
Health: Body, Mind, and Spirit

Health: Body, Mind, and Spirit

While scrolling through Instagram, I came across a post by former Crossfit athlete Julie Foucher. The image she posted depicted a sign, likely from the outside of a restaurant or market, that stated “Health is not simply the absence of sickness.” Naturally this got me...