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CrossFit for Beginners: From Intimidated to Empowered at Whole Strength
Walking into a CrossFit gym for the first time can feel intimidating. The barbells, the
Consistency in the Chaos: How to Keep Your Health Habits When Life Gets Loud
In a perfect world, we’d all have calm mornings, meal-prepped lunches, and perfectly timed workouts.
Fitness Consistency: Why Showing Up Matters More Than Going All Out
In the world of fitness, it’s easy to get caught up in going all-out, all
More Than a Workout: What Makes Our Community-Focused CrossFit Gym Different
When most people think of a gym, they picture rows of treadmills, a few weights,
The 4 Pillars of Holistic Fitness: A Blueprint for Total Health
Holistic fitness isn’t about chasing trends or going all-in on just one aspect of health—it’s
How Nutrition Coaching Can Transform Your Fitness Journey
Nutrition coaching offers a structured, supportive, and personalized approach that can significantly enhance your fitness results.
The Power of Perseverance: Building Healthy Habits Beyond New Year Resolutions
It’s never too late to start again. Building and maintaining healthy habits is a journey that doesn’t hinge on the calendar.
Why You Should Join the CrossFit Open: A Community, Challenge, and Celebration at Whole Strength
If you’ve ever considered participating in the Open or if you’re curious about what it entails, here are compelling reasons why you should take part in this exhilarating fitness challenge.
Embracing Sustainable Habits Over Aggressive New Year’s Resolutions
As the New Year approaches, many of us are tempted to set bold resolutions, promising ourselves sweeping changes and radical transformations. While the intention behind these resolutions is commendable, they often set us up for disappointment.
Mindful Eating During the Holidays: Tips to Stay Present and Enjoy Every Bite
Discover mindfulness techniques to enhance the dining experience during the holiday season, encouraging you to fully engage with your meals to promote satisfaction and prevent overeating.
Why You Can’t Afford to Skimp on Sleep If You Want to Crush Your Body Comp and Fitness Goals
Do you prioritize your sleep as much as you do your gym routine or eating habits? In case you didn’t think it was as crucial to getting results, studies have shown that just two nights of poor sleep can increase your appetite by 25%, and four nights of poor sleep can increase your calorie intake by up to 20%. Oh, and if you manage to still stay in a caloric deficit, you’ll lose muscle instead of fat. Fun times! But,
there’s hope.
Grease the Groove: Master Your Weakest Gym Movement
If you’re hitting a plateau or struggling with certain exercises at the gym, “Grease the Groove” might be the game-changing strategy you need. You can apply this method to turn your weakest movements into strengths.
Rise and Shine: The Benefits of 5-10 Minutes of Morning Sunlight
We’ll explore why incorporating 5-10 minutes of morning sunlight into your daily routine can boost your mood, sleep, focus and overall health.
Unlocking Peak Performance: The Power of Sleep in Your Fitness Regimen
Sleep is the unsung hero of fitness; it’s when the body undergoes repair, muscle growth, and psychological reset.
How One Nashville Local Transformed Her Life with CrossFit
She realized that Whole Strength CrossFit & Nutrition isn’t about ‘throwing’ you into the deep end, but rather about nurturing and guiding you through your fitness journey.
Finding Harmony in Nashville: Balancing Family, Work, and Fitness
Balancing family life, a career, and a commitment to fitness can seem like a daunting task. At Whole Strength CrossFit & Nutrition, we understand the challenges that come with juggling these essential aspects of life.
Nashville’s Natural Gym: Exploring the Best Outdoor Workout Spots in the City
At Whole Strength CrossFit & Nutrition, we believe in the power of a great outdoor workout to rejuvenate both body and mind.
The Power of Momentum: How Small Habits Lead to Big Life Changes
The concept of momentum isn’t exclusive to physics; it’s a critical component of our wellness journey too.
Nutrition and Performance: More Than Just Shedding Pounds
Here are three key points explaining how nutrition affects your performance and actionable tips to help you transform your dietary habits.
CrossFit for Beginners: 5 Myths Debunked
It’s time to set the record straight. Let’s debunk some of the most common misconceptions about CrossFit for beginners.
Embrace the Great Outdoors: The Powerful Impact on Physical and Mental Health from a CrossFit Gym Owner’s Perspective
Stepping outside the confines of the gym allows our members to take their physical performance to the next level.
How Physical Movement Helps Improve Your Health and Fitness
Moving your body on a daily basis can have many positive effects on your mental and physical health.
Benefits of supplementing with electrolytes
Electrolytes are minerals that have an electric charge, and they play a vital role in the proper functioning of the human body. They are essential for the maintenance of proper fluid balance, nerve function, muscle contractions, and many other important bodily functions.
Taking a Look Beyond the New Year’s Resolution – How to Set a Vision for Your Life
The start of the new year often comes along with resolutions and goals, things we
3 Reasons to prioritize your fitness during the holidays
With the holiday season in full swing, it’s easy for your fitness goals to take
Should I cut certain foods out of my diet?
Is it necessary to cut certain foods or food groups out of your diet to see results? This is a twofold answer because it depends on the type of results you are looking for.
Is It Okay To Splurge For My Birthday (or other special events)?
Identifying the specific things that would make my birthday feel like a special occasion helped me have a plan going into the weekend and enjoy the things I truly wanted.
How to stay on track during the holidays
Did you know there is a balance between enjoying the holidays and not having to dig yourself out of a hole come January?
How to Enjoy Eating Out While Still Making Progress
“Should I avoid eating out while I’m working on my nutrition? Or do I need to eat a plain salad and that’s it?”
9 Things to do to avoid packing on the holiday pounds
Maintaining your results over the holiday season doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are some habits clients have found helpful to implement to stay on track and set themselves up for success in the new year.
How building trust in yourself can help you get abs
How much do you trust yourself to follow through when you say you are going to do something?
The Benefit of Getting in the Sun
Did you know that getting in the sun has a ton of benefits? No, seriously
3 Ways to Run more efficiently
Are you looking to become more efficient in your running? Whether you’re a beginner or
Why you need positive relationships
It’s no secret that positive relationships are key to a happy life. But what are
3 Stretches to Improve your Ankle Mobility
Do you ever experience ankle pain, instability, or stiffness? It can be frustrating when you
How to Improve your Sleep Hygiene
Do you often find yourself feeling exhausted? Are you struggling to get enough sleep at
Why You Won’t See Results with an “All-or-Nothing” Mindset
Have you ever decided to follow a specific plan (let’s say a new diet for
Why You Can’t “Work Off” Your Calories in the Gym
Have you ever eaten too many treats over the weekend and felt like you NEEDED
THE BENEFITS OF TAKING FISH OIL SUPPLEMENT EVERY DAY
Are you wondering why you need to take fish oil supplements? If we want to
How to incorporate protein into your diet
Amino Acids, which is what makes up a protein, are the main structure blocks of
Dare to Bare: Benefits of Barefoot Training
Have you ever seen a runner going by with no shoes on and thought, “why
5 Quick and Easy Healthy Snacks
How often have you said to yourself, “I need to eat healthier,” but when snack
How To Be Consistent in Your Training
Let’s face it; we’ve all been there. You start off strong in your training, hitting
Tips on Improving your Clean and Jerk
Do you ever watch Olympic weightlifters and think, “I could never do that”? Or are
How Does Working-out Improve Your Mental Health
Are you been feeling down lately? Can’t sleep at night? Overthink a lot or seem
Fundamental Movements To Master For Beginners
Most people who are new to fitness start with the goal of losing weight. While
Top 10 Inspiring Quotes To Keep You Motivated
There’s no doubt that we all face tough times in our lives. There are times
How to Meal Prep on a Budget
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t have much time to cook during the
How To Eat More Vegetables Each Day
“I don’t really like vegetables.” We hear this all the time. When most people think
Three Tips on Squatting More Weights
Do you like to train? Who doesn’t enjoy the feeling of success that training hard
How To Be Consistent With Your Health Habits
Are you someone who has difficulty sticking to a routine when it comes to your
Tips On Improving Your Mindset
Have you ever been in a situation where something terrible happens and feels like the
Tips on Improving Your Sleep Quality
How well do you sleep? Do you wake up feeling refreshed and energized, or are
Benefits of Personal Training
Have you been trying to lose weight or get in shape but have not had
7 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Following A Diet
With countless diets at your disposal, how do you know which ones work and which ones to stay away from? Well, why don’t we find out?
You Need A Coach Not A Gym
If you’ve been wondering if you need a coach, wonder no more. The answer is yes, and today, I’ll show you exactly why.
Three Mobility Drills You Can Be Doing While Quarantined
Check out these 3 simple mobility drills to help you come back into the gym even stronger and more flexible!
Best Workouts You Can Do At Home
Looking for the best workouts to do at home but not sure where to start? Let us show you everything you need to build a training program that gets results!
The Case For Remote Coaching – A Members Perspective
Times are uncertain about the COVID-19 crisis. Rest assured we will get through it together and come out stronger!
6 Tips For Boosting Your Immune System
Ready to strengthen your immune system? Read this guide on practical ways you can boost your health and fitness!
Benefits To Working Out In The Morning
Does training earlier in the day actually make any difference? Well, the short answer is yes. Find out why in today’s post!
Real world stories from crossfitters who keep coming back, time and time again
You often hear crossfitters complain about how sore they are after their workout. But you might also wonder why despite it, they’d still go back for their next workout. If you are someone who doesn’t have a friend in CrossFit, discovering the stories from numerous crossfitters might persuade you to give it a shot.
Nutrition Coaching-Is it worth it?
Struggling to improve your nutrition? Check out this article to read why nutrition coaching can help you achieve your goals!
Three CrossFit movements you’re probably performing incorrectly
The most common mistakes in workouts are often hidden in plain sight. Check out the link below and find the most common mistakes made in CrossFit workouts.
Prepare Yourself for the Ultimate Test: Your First CrossFit Competition!
Beginners and experts alike have their fair share of competition jitters. There are a lot of ways to properly prepare yourself for the big competition day and lucky for you, you don’t have to do it all alone. Here are some tips to get you started
Will CrossFit get me fit? Your questions answered!
Designed to be challenging, CrossFit is suitable for everybody as workouts can be modified depending on your age or current fitness level.
Seven reasons to try CrossFit
You may have heard stories of people and their fitness success through CrossFit. You may have been thinking about giving it a try. To give you a quick nudge, we’ve listed down seven reasons why you should try CrossFit.
How To Work Out Through An Injury
There are some ways to overcome the initial hurdles of an injury, stay motivated and ease your way back into your training with these workout hacks.
10 Things To Know Before Your First CrossFit Workout
Signing up for your CrossFit session is a big step but rest assured, this can actually be one of the hardest parts! It’s essential to know the basic things to help you get started.
Your new MANTRA: 30 inspirational quotes to help you achieve more
In many areas in life, we often need those words of encouragement especially when we’re feeling unmotivated. The power of words is amazing when you know how to really use it so why not start with yourself and get that motivation pumping!
CrossFit: How much is too much?
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Find your why
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Developing Gratefulness
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Coaching v Access
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How to create a healthy nutrition lifestyle?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]“It’s a lifestyle not a diet” cue the bad meme. WE HAVE ALL HEARD that
The Prioritization of Gymnastics
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You’re fit…are you safe?
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10 Equipment Free Travel Wods!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Vacation season is here! The temptation is real- “I don’t have anywhere to work out
Unlock Greatness
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Summer 2015 Nutritional Challenge
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hey guys! Here are the notes for the 2015 Summer Nutritional Challenge. To be precise Meat,
