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Bring a Friend Week: There’s Room for You Here
Bring a Friend Week: There’s Room for You Here There’s something special about walking into the gym and knowing you’re not doing it alone. This

The Myth: “I Need to Be Fit Before I Start CrossFit”
The Myth: “I Need to Be Fit Before I Start CrossFit” We hear this all the time: “I want to try CrossFit, but I need

When Your Body Gives You Feedback (And Why We’re Starting This Nutrition Challenge)
Nick and I just got back from vacation, and we did exactly what vacations are for—we ate whatever we wanted. Carbs upon carbs. Sugar. Salty

Rest is Part of the Work
Somewhere along the way, we learned that rest has to be earned. That slowing down means falling behind. That if we stop, even for a

A Disciplined Life
It’s the last Monday of 2025. As you look back at the year, what was your biggest success? Your biggest challenge? And as you look

Come As You Are
It’s the Monday before Christmas. For some, that means one last push before the celebrations begin. For others, it already feels like you’re behind. The

Lean In
This can be a hard time of year. With shorter days and longer darkness, with the cheer and merry of the holidays, it can be a

CrossFit: What a Cult(ure)
Okay… we’ve all heard it. Most of us have probably said it at some point. And honestly? I’ve even thought it myself: “CrossFit is a

Thankful. Grateful. Blessed.
This holiday season, I’ve found myself reflecting on our blessings—on this incredible community, on the commitment each of you makes to your own health and

Living with Urgency
We don’t like to think about it, but it’s true: we never really know how much time we have. None of us are promised tomorrow.

Why Coaches Need Guidance Too
In the fitness world, we talk a lot about growth—pushing limits, sharpening discipline, and showing up even when it’s hard. And lately, as my husband

Budgeting for the Holidays: Freedom Through Financial Stewardship
My husband and I are big believers in budgeting. Like Dave Ramsey always says, “A budget is telling your money where to go instead of

When You Put Your Foot in Your Mouth
Sometimes I put my foot in my mouth. Inadvertently. Without thinking. You know those moments when the words come out faster than your brain does?

The Fall Spooky Classic: Lessons Beyond the Leaderboard
Our Fall Spooky Classic has officially come to a close — three weeks of sweat, strategy, and surprises. Whether you competed in the Rx division,

Bring a Friend Week: One Last Time in 2025!
It’s that time again — our last Bring a Friend Week of 2025! All week long, anyone can join us for absolutely free. No strings attached, no

Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes
It’s that spooky time of year! And no, I don’t mean Halloween. I mean a time of change and all that comes with it. The

Words Are Powerful
Words are more powerful than you realize. Proverbs 18:21 says: “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it

Technique. Consistency. Intensity.
If you’ve been around CrossFit for any length of time, you’ve probably heard this progression: technique first, then consistency, and finally intensity. These aren’t just words we

The Longevity Equation: Lessons From My Grandparents
From our sweet Coach Em: I spent last week with my grandparents, and it was a gift. Time with them is always filled with stories

Health is Wealth
Tell me if you can relate… if you’ve ever had these thoughts. I take care of myself. I eat well. I move my body. I

Small Wins, Big Impact
We live in a world that loves instant results. Quick fixes. Overnight success stories. And when we don’t see big changes right away, it’s easy

What if failure isn’t the thing to fear?
I used to be so afraid of failure. If someone asked me what I feared most, my answer was always the same: failure. Looking back

Finding Our Tribe: Wrapping Up Our 6-Week Nutrition & Lifestyle Challenge
As we close the chapter on our 6-week Summer Shred nutrition and lifestyle challenge, we’re walking away with much more than new recipes and meal

To God Be the Glory
From finding and fixing pool leaks to home renovation projects to running our own business to being present for our kids to our Re:Generation program…

Taking Care of Your Body: Lessons From a Flared-Up Back
If there’s one thing the last three years have taught me, it’s that taking care of our bodies isn’t just “self-care” — it’s a necessity,

When You’re Feeling Drained and Defeated
Last week was tough. I felt drained. Exhausted. Unmotivated. Like no matter how hard I tried, nothing was going right. And that feeling — like

You’re Responsible for Your Reactions
You may not be able to control everything that happens to you, but you are 100% responsible for how you react to what happens to