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The Disappearing Open Gym Drop-in

Posted on March 11, 2015 by

As boxes get larger and busier efficiency dictates that the coaches focus more on standardizing the WODs and have less time for individual programming. While this is relatively easy to address in your local box – working post-WOD on a … Continue reading →

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Three Great Dropins in Asia

Posted on February 2, 2015 by

We all know why dropins are good. They are a way to do WODs while away from our home box and they keep us away from hotel gyms that, well, do not have pullup bars, kettlebells and wallballs. Or if … Continue reading →

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Tabata Ski – Downhill CrossFit Style

Posted on December 28, 2014 by

Most people seek fun and relaxation in an alpine vacation instead of a workout and that is maybe where it should be. However, unleashing some crossfitters on a mountain will inevitably turn the environment into some high intensity WOD. From an intensity perspective, a typical downhill … Continue reading →

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High Altitude Life

Posted on December 15, 2014 by

In my running days high altitude training was always touted as a great way to increase endurance and stamina. Yet in the last few years I have never even thought about it until last week when I visited Tibet with … Continue reading →

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Level 1 Cert – Paleo Style

Posted on November 23, 2014 by

Late August Mark Sisson announced a fully accredited certification program for Primal/Paleo lifestyle. Since I have been living my version of paleo for a few years now I decided to take the plunge and learn as much as I can … Continue reading →