The bunny’s butt hurts maybe it is from too many thrusters!
Over the Easter long weekend (Friday April 10th – Monday April 13th) The CrossFit Zone team is headed down to California for a Level 1 CrossFit Certification seminar. Unfortunately the gym will be closed. I encourage you to still get a few workouts in while we are away to counter balance all the “sugar free” chocolate you will be eating!
If you are interested in working out, please go to the old CrossFit Zone location at the Gorge (map), athletes will be meeting there Friday through Monday at 10:00am. If you are interested Sean is getting a group of people together to go for a run up Mount Doug, start time 10:00am.
Please respond to the comments if you are interested in attending. I will post workouts on Thursday night to do all four days.
How to Have a Healthy Easter
by Shannon Jones
If you’re a typical human, you probably love chocolate, and the risk of indulging a little too much at Easter is always a possibility! But, help is at hand! With some careful planning, you can be sure this Easter holiday will be a healthy, happy time without the added stress of piling on a few pounds.
#1 Choose smaller chocolate eggs
A 100g milk chocolate Easter egg contains over 500 calories. So, if you must have chocolate, instead go for small, individually wrapped eggs. Even better, if you can, go for dark chocolate eggs, which have the benefit of offering healthy antioxidants, as well as being lower in sugar, and having fewer calories. The added bonus is that you will also be satisfied with eating less!
#2 Go for a healthy Easter menu
If you’re in charge of cooking this year here are a few healthier options for your Easter dinner:
- Serve lean meats and fish, such as roast chicken, beef, salmon, or trout.
- Go for healthier cooking options such as grilling, poaching, or baking.
- Go for brown rice instead of white, accompanied with lots of veggies for extra colour and nutrition.
- Make a delicious salad of leafy greens and crisp veggies with homemade vinaigrette
- For nibbles before dinner, set out dried fruits, unsalted nuts, and fresh fruit.
#3 Allow for the extra calories
The secret to enjoying a little chocolate over the Easter holidays is to make sure you eat carefully at other times.If you feel you’ve indulged a little too much, try to cut back on your meal portion sizes and snacking for a few days to get the calorie balance right. Remember, a little bit of what you fancy does you good!! So, have a smaller portion of chocolate and don’t allow yourself to feel guilty about it.
#4 Add a spring to your step!
Even though CrossFit Zone has changed their hours over Easter, take advantage of the gorgeous spring weather and keep on top of your fitness! Over the holiday, try running outside, or even going for brisk walks in the increasingly longer evenings. Get out there with your family and friends, and get active!
Have a great Easter, everyone!
Today’s Workout:
“Fran”
21-15-9 reps for time:
- Barbell thrusters (65lb/95lbs)
- Pullups (chin to the bar)
