There was less than a mile and only a few obstacles remaining. I’ve never wanted to quit something more with only that little bit left to go. I originally thought I had it in the bag, then the wicked beast showed up: the bucket carry. This past weekend, along with a couple members of our […]
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Health and performance in a world of instant gratification.
Is health and performance the last standing goal that cannot be obtained instantly? You can gain fame instantly. Just look at Antoine Dodson (an oldie, but a goodie). You can gain money instantly. Washington’s very own James Welch just won $100,000 from the Powerball lottery. You can pay others to clean for you, pay others to […]
You Are Not Broken, but You Might Need a New Lens to Focus
If you have dieted, had an injury, lost and regained the same weight, thought about food A LOT, wondered what’s wrong with you, felt like you’re not doing enough, etc… Then you have probably also felt like you’re broken. You may feel like you’re alone in these thoughts or vicious cycles. The fact of the […]
Making 2018 Resolutions Real and Attainable
When’s the last time you tried to accomplish a task without having a plan? Everyone’s heard or even said the phrases “I’m going to wing it” or the drunk version of that, “hold my beer”. Usually there isn’t a plan in place (or at least not a good plan) when someone says that. The way […]
All I Want For Christmas Is A Home Gym
Christmas time is here, happiness and cheer, fun for all the children call, but their parents can’t get to the gym. As winter approaches and the Christmas season is upon us, the busyness of our schedules can make it difficult to get to the gym. Does that sound like you?? Don’t worry because we’re here to help! Instead […]
Chaos Management- 5 Tips to Save Your Holiday Heinie!
The holiday season is upon us! This time of year is packed with family, friends, gifts and LOTS of food. Although this time of year is full of joy, gratitude, service, and love; many people feel pulled in a million directions. Some feel mentally overwhelmed and exhausted. Many don’t know how they will manage their health […]
Strength Training for Injury Prevention
When you think of the word injury, who do you think of? Tony Romo? Gordon Hayward? Watch in a new tab if you want to cringe. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALnS-awK1jI ME? I’m recovering from tendonitis in my left foot. While I’m writing this I’m currently icing it after some bouldering and going through my 2nd round of Stranger […]
Individuals in group fitness
Group fitness has many benefits in the health and fitness industry. It creates an energy that is both motivating and empowering. It allows multiple people to benefit from an amazing instructor and brings about all the benefits of working out, in a community setting. However, the biggest drawbacks are that you can lose yourself in […]
Why Precision Nutrition Coaching??
“Precision Nutrition is the home of the world’s top nutrition coaches”…And we want to be those coaches! After working in the fitness industry for nearly 10 years (Can you believe I’m only 30!! Unfortunately I’m kidding.) Precision Nutrition coaching showed me something I could get excited about. Most nutrition or diet plans focus on only eating […]
Multi-tasking is a fraud. Give it the finger and run!
I am the queen of tackling as much as I possibly can, thinking some how that it’s a badge of honor. Multi-tasking has been my M.O. The reality is that when my focus is split or divided among too many things, I either don’t get much done (mental overload = physical inaction), or get many […]