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 instance) and for the first few days or weeks you are on top of things? You stick to your guns no matter what and start to see some results. But after a little, while your effort feels exhausting and you […]

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 to go to the gym to burn off the extra calories? Going to the gym becomes some form of penance and the cycle is vicious. There’s a constant negative feedback loop of feeling restricted and defeated, eating treats to help […]

Developing Gratefulness

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]“A grateful heart is a beginning of greatness. It is an expression of humility. It is a foundation for the development of such virtues as prayer, faith, courage, contentment, happiness, love, and well-being.”     – James E. Faust What are you thankful for? Yes, I know this is cliche this time of year BUT I […]

Coaching v Access

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] “Who exactly seeks out a coach?…. Winner’s who want even more out of life.” -Chicago Tribune Why does CrossFit cost so much? Planet Fitness is $20/mo. This is a common question that I hear frequently. And one that you might have yourself. The answer is the difference between coaching and access.  The business models […]

You’re fit…are you safe?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Self-defense is not just a set of techniques; it‘s a state of mind, and it begins with the belief that you are worth defending. – Rorion Gracie  A few years ago, the niece of Ryan’s co-worker was brutally beaten and raped, thrown down a flight of stairs and left for dead in Nashville. How? She gave […]

Unlock Greatness

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]A Hare was making fun of the Tortoise one day for being so slow. “Do you ever get anywhere?” he asked with a mocking laugh. “Yes,” replied the Tortoise, “and I get there sooner than you think. I’ll run you a race and prove it.” Consistency: steadfast adherence to the same principles, course, form, etc.    We have a mantra in the CrossFit world, […]