. It happens to the best of us. You rip your hands, and everything is instantly made all the more miserable for at least three days. But how to prevent it? We’ve talked about the importance of hand care, and shaving down your calluses regularly. We’ve discussed how firmness of grip comes into play, and […]
Hey all, I’ve finally got all the video from the PISE Olympic weightlifting competition on my computer and we have a data projector, so why not put the two together? On Sunday from 6-7pm, I’ll be reviewing a number of the lifts from the competition so that the individuals involved can get feedback but also
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Mid-WOD slumps happen to even the most committed CrossFitters. Learn how to avoid these feelings so you can push through and get the most of your WODs, instead of sacrificing form and intensity at the gym. Eat for Energy A well-balanced diet is necessary for any healthy lifestyle, but it becomes increasingly important when you’re
(We felt the need to re-post an older blurb on the art of properly dumping your weights in the gym… Read it through again, if you haven’t done so in awhile!) The time has come to address an important issue of gym etiquette: Dropping weights. In CrossFit, being able to drop weights is a safety
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Last month I put up a post called The Missing Link. In this post I talked about CrossFitter’s amazing shoudler flexibility! (j/k). Take a look at the video above to watch Part 2 of Kelly Starrett’s “Mobilization with Movement.” If you missed Part 1, click the this link. I cannot stress to you how important
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Vitamin D deficiency has long been identified as a major factor in immune system related illnesses. These immune system related illnesses range from seasonal cold and flu, to heart disease, to cancer, to atopic and autoimmune disorders. Clinical journals, as well as the mainstream media, have been reporting evidence that today’s modern humans are
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One of the most often overlooked physical skills is probably flexibility. Stretching really seems to be the missing link in everyone’s routine. At the Zone, we really stress the importance of stretching and foam rolling to increase flexibility and mobility. Last night as my shoulders were feeling extremely tight, I did a search for some
Believe it or not, your outfit matters! Wearing the right clothing can make the difference between an enjoyable workout and an hour of misery. Investing in some appropriate, stylish, yet comfortable workout clothing can be the motivation you need to get you moving, whether you’re hitting a CrossFit WOD, playing sports, or getting
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. Are you drinking enough water? …Are you sure about that? Believe it or not, most people aren’t getting enough! Ask yourself this: Do you get headaches, suffer from fatigue, or sometimes feel a little weak or dizzy? If so, you may just need to start drinking more water. So, before you reach for
Summer is officially here! It’s finally time to put away your jackets and get outside. (Weeeeell, SOME days in Victoria are warm enough for that, anyways!) Summer offers extras hours of daylight, and with it the opportunity to spend even more time enjoying outdoor activities. For many, this means even more time doing physical activities
