Apr 2013
Just a quick reminder, we are now 30 days out until the first installment of the Zone/Paleo Nutrition seminar we will be holding June 1st here at CrossFit Magnitude. We will be covering the science behind the Zone diet, why its so successful, how to get started, and every thing else you need to know about keeping your nutrition in check. If you are interested in attending, please sign
Apr 2013
Just want to give a big farewell to Chris D. who recently deployed back to Afganistan for the next year. We all wish you a safe and successful deployment and a speedy return back home to kick some CrossFit ass with us! You will be missed but not forgotten… Also, I would like to thank everyone who made it out to the Flagon Saturday night. It is safe to say it was
Apr 2013
A few reminders… Yoga debut’s today at 10:45 am – Come on in and help your body ease some of that tension. This is an all levels class with a primary focus on recovery and movement restoration. Anyone will benefit from this class! Tonight we will be meeting up at the Cask & Flagon for some food and beverages. Stop on by after 6:30pm, we’d love to see you there!
Apr 2013
Guest post by: Melanie Bowen – Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance awareness advocate for natural health and cancer cure initiatives Fitness for Self-Care in Cancer Patients Self-care is important for the health and wellbeing of everyone. Cancer patients and survivors certainly do rely on the help and expertise of others, but some aspects of health and fitness remain a personal responsibility. Physical fitness is one of the primary points of self-care that must not
Apr 2013
CrossFit is like any other sport, and to perform at your best, while also keeping things safe, proper equipment is recommended. When you place yourself under a heavy object (bar) while standing on a solid surface (the floor), it is of the upmost importance to minimize the “softness” in-between the two. The easiest place to start is with your feet. Read this quick article from Breakingmuscle.com on the importance of olympic lifting
Apr 2013
If coconuts didn’t offer us enough already, there is one more benefit recently added to its list that might be of use to a certain population – those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Read on to find out how not just those suffering from Alzheimer’s, but anyone in general can benefit from one of natures greatest super foods. Article is courtesy of Naturalnews.com Another benefit of Coconut oil Just a reminder, we
Apr 2013
Just want to tip my hat to all of our members who attended the weightlifting class last night. The Olympic lifts require more effort, awareness, practice and patience than anything else we do as CrossFitters, and in my opinion are the most rewarding. April 19, 2013 WOD Strength BB reverse lunge 7×3/side (heaviest possible) Conditioning Run 5k
Apr 2013
If you’re a desk jockey, drive a lot, or do anything else that requires the excessive use of hands, then have a look at this simple sequence you can do anytime and anywhere for quick relief when you need it most. This video is courtesy of Breakingmuscle.com and April 18, 2013 WOD Strength Pendlay row 5×5 (heaviest possible) Conditioning 5 rounds for time of: 10 sumo dead lift high
Apr 2013
In the name of getting everyone on track with healthy eating practices, we will be holding our first Nutrition Seminar – Saturday – June 1, 2013 @ 10:00am. The focus of this seminar will be “The Zone Diet” which is a concept developed by Dr. Barry Sears. In CrossFit, many people are practicing what some call the Zone-Paleo diet, which is nothing more than eating healthy foods in balanced and
Apr 2013
After a great weekend of finalizing the WLC, it was amazing to see what 8 weeks of dedication and determination will do for anyone. Here are just a few notable numbers out of the bunch: Charles D. – Tied 1st overall place in challenge, lost 29 pounds and had the most improved WOD time with a 1min15 sec faster 2k Row. Kevin J. – Tied for 1st place overall in
Apr 2013
Heres another reason to add black beans to your diet. Not only can they help you ward off cancer and are well known for their many other health benefits to humans, they can also be used to make amazing gluten-free brownies…Check out this article and recipe courtesy of Naturalnews.com and Author Eric L. Zielinski and let me know what you think (and how they taste). Black Beans April 13, 2013 WOD
Apr 2013
Just a reminder to everyone in the Whole Life Challenge – We will be meeting at 10:45 this Saturday to conduct final measurements, complete the final WOD and hand out prizes to the victors. Regardless if you come out on top, you are all winners by every standard. Challenges are not meant to be easy, especially ones that go on for 60 days or more. I guarantee that everyone who put their
Apr 2013
Getting inverted – or performing a handstand is fun to do all while testing your ability to control, coordinate, stabilize and support your entire body using your arms and shoulders. While anyone can sling themselves against a wall, and then undoubtedly start to crumble under their own forces, it requires a certain understanding of the basics elements that go into efficiently controlling yourself upside-down while seeing the world from a different view. Here is a
Apr 2013
The coconut provides a nutritious source of meat, juice, milk, and oil that has fed and nourished populations around the world for generations. On many islands coconut is staple in the diet and provides the majority of the food eaten. Nearly one third of the world’s population depends on coconut to some degree for their food and their economy. Coconut is highly nutritious and rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Apr 2013
Just want to say kudos to Coach Chuck getting his first class under his belt last night! Chuck has come a long way in the last year to get to his current position here at CrossFit Magnitude. I hope that everyone gets an opportunity to train under Coach Chuck as he has lots to offer to everyone! Also, congrats to everyone who established a new pr yesterday in the
Apr 2013
Great job to everyone who competed in this years CrossFit Games Open. It was super fun, competitive and very challenging taking on each of the Open WOD’s with everyone! Hopefully this was a great opportunity for everyone involved to learn a little bit more about yourself, your strengths and your weaknesses. Note where you had short comings and set goals for the near future with these in mind. Also,
Apr 2013
Upon popular demand, two 4:15 CrossFit classes have been added to the schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting next week. Also, a new Olympic lifting specialty class has been added on Thursday nights starting at 6:45. Also, we will be putting the WLC to rest (for now) this upcoming Saturday. We will kick things off at 10:45 with measurements, followed up by the Final WOD, and finally ending with the
Apr 2013
I just revisited an old article in the CrossFit Journal dating back to September 2003. It is CrossFits debut of the benchmark WOD’s. Coach Glassman speaks to the intent and purpose of these WOD’s and how they are crucial to the understanding of our progress. Read on to learn more about the “Ladies” and why they are the heart and soul of CrossFit. Article courtesy of CrossFit.com and the
Apr 2013
I would like to welcome Chuck J. to the CrossFit Magnitude Coaching staff. After CrossFitting with us for the better part of the year, working hard through our Instructor Training Program, and passing the CrossFit Level 1 Cert, Chuck has proven himself worthy of being one of our very own fearless leaders. Chuck is also a 1st lieutenant in the US Army, an Infantryman (such as myself), who leads other soldiers in
Hello all- I just wanted to help spread the word that our very own, Jenn Richardson, is having a Marathon Fundraiser Happy Hour this Friday night, April 5th. As you may know, Jenn is part of the ‘Fab5’ who is a group of friends training together to run the Boston Marathon to benefit the Michael Carter Lisnow Respite Center. You can find out more about the Fab5 and help them
Apr 2013
It’s official – today marks the day one year ago when our great community started taking shape. Nothing has made us as coaches more happy than to have witnessed all the transformations that have taken place during that time. You see, we are in the business of making people better….not just at fitness….but at life. Think back a year ago…would you want to go back? Or do you
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