CrossFit surely seems like the most random exercise program out there to the uninitiated person. We run, we lift, we climb, we swing, we push, we pull, we extend. What these movements have in common is that they are “functional“. By functional, we simply mean that what we do in the gym, we need to […]
CONTINUE READINGCardio is king! But there are tremendous advantages to weight training as well. Surprisingly, many of the weightlifting benefits may be psychological. In our last couple of posts, we’ve talked quite a bit about the health benefits of anaerobic and aerobic training. The main point: studies show that these types of training will help maintain […]
CONTINUE READINGI recently was forwarded an Instagram quote from a long-time CrossFit Titan by Cory. We even have pull-up bars in our box that bear his name. Chris Spealler, now entering his 40’s, recently posted the following on Instagram: “I wanted to squat today, so I did. Reality check. My strength has dropped more than anything […]
CONTINUE READINGI’ve been involved with CrossFit for 10 years now. Two as a member of a St. Louis area box, and 8 more as an owner and coach at CrossFit St. Louis. Those years have brought me on a journey that I had not planned. I have found community. I have found perseverance. I have found […]
CONTINUE READINGJENNIFER KATES -Why do you CrossFit? I like crossfit because it’s always different. I feel like that the workouts challenge me in various ways and I always feel like I accomplished something afterwards. -Why do you choose CrossFit St. Louis? I like crossfit stl mostly because of the programming and coaching. I think cory does […]
CONTINUE READINGErin Beal -Why do you CrossFit? I ABSOLUTELY love the style of Crossfit workouts. I always feel energized and stronger after completing a WOD 🙂 -Why do you choose CrossFit St. Louis? Crossfit St. Louis was a comfortable and welcoming place when I moved to St. L. The environment is always encouraging and supportive […]
CONTINUE READINGThe future of fitness is looking grey. As of 2017, one in four gym members are 55 and over, breaking the misconception health facilities are solely for the exceptionally toned and spry youth. When gracefully coasting into the later years of life, goals and inspiration shift from chiseled abs and larger calves to keeping up […]
CONTINUE READINGKatie Sandquist -Why do you CrossFit? I love the way it makes me feel. I had heard about Crossfit and thought it would be fun to try. I was hooked from the beginning. It’s a great workout, different every time, and it’s up to me to decide how much I want to get out of […]
CONTINUE READINGBen Leacock -Why do you CrossFit? Crossfit pushes me 25% harder than I can do on my own and is much more engaging than just lifting and the gym or running. While I do enjoy crossfit for its own sake, I appreciate the functional conditioning that complements my other hobbies, particularly backpacking and mountaineering. -Why […]
CONTINUE READINGJeffrey Schultz -Why do you CrossFit? Oddly, I think it’s mostly due to laziness. Unlike going to the gym on my own, I don’t have to think about what I’m going to be doing at CrossFit each day. It’s always a great workout. And, it’s a great way to unwind after work. -Why do you choose […]
CONTINUE READINGTROY DINKEL -Why do you CrossFit? I prefer a structured, efficient, varied exercise routine. My life is very busy, and I daydream too much when I’m exhausted and by myself at the gym. -Why do you choose CrossFit St. Louis? The coworker (Kristian Marquez) who originally introduced me to CrossFit in 2011 told me that we […]
CONTINUE READINGCyrielle Billion Why do you CrossFit? I was playing team sports during my high school and college years but when I moved to St Louis I was not able to play. I was looking for something challenging and some of my friends (and former teammates) in France convinced me to try Crossfit . I dragged […]
CONTINUE READINGPeter Fischer Why do you CrossFit? I was really into triathlon for about 10 years, but burned out and was looking for something different and competitive. I tried Crossfit once and loved it. Of course, I enjoy the fitness aspect, but have really come to like the community that Crossfit STL offers. Why do you […]
CONTINUE READINGJeff Villarreal Why do you CrossFit? That’s easy, the results. I have been working out since high school, but I had hit a plateau and wasn’t seeing much of a return. In the first 6 months of CrossFit, I lost 20 pounds and I was hooked. Why do you choose CrossFit STL? The coaches. […]
CONTINUE READINGCongratulations to Erin Tatman and Mike Ragsdale for being selected as February Members of the Month. “Erin Tatman joined CFSTL last summer, but you would never know it watching her in the gym. As an athlete, she picks up any movement that is thrown at her and runs with it, achieving competency and consistency as […]
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