CrossFit Adaptations Part 6- Power

I hope you’ve enjoyed the CF Adaptations series. If you have- great! And don’t worry, we’re only halfway through it! We’ve got plenty to talk about still. If you missed the earlier ones you can easily catch up by clicking HERE. Today is all about POWER! We’re not talking about the power He Man used […]

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CrossFit Adaptations Part 5- Flexibility

This CF Adaptations Series has already covered IWCABTMD, Cardiovascular/ Respiratory Endurance, Stamina, and Strength. Today is all about one of the most neglected aspect of fitness for most folks- Flexibility.   Flexibility is described as the ability to maximize the range of motion (ROM) at a given joint. As a former distance runner, I know […]

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Lean Turkey Challenge

T is for Turkey. T is also for T…aka Coach T…aka the female winner of the first LTC in 2010. Here’s what she has to say about the LTC: “Two years ago, I won the Lean Turkey Challenge by losing 18 pounds and 4 inches off my waist.  It was the most successful weight loss […]

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CrossFit Adaptations Part 4- Strength

There is no such thing as “firming and toning.” There is only stronger and weaker. -Mark Rippetoe As we continue our CrossFit Adaptations series, let’s turn our focus on Strength. You can catch Parts 1, 2, or 3 to catch up if you missed them. Strength is the ability of a muscular unit or combination […]

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CrossFit Adaptations Part 3- Stamina

We’re continuing our CF Adaptations today by talking about Stamina. This is Part 3 in an 11 part series (unless I get distracted). If you missed the first two you can check them out HERE & HERE. Merriam-Webster defines stamina as the strength or vigor of bodily constitution and the capacity for standing fatigue or resisting […]

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