Showing posts with label weight training. Show all posts
Showing posts with label weight training. Show all posts
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2012-04-07
Crossfit Brighton 120410 Post
Improvement-In the process of having INTENSITY involved in the training we occasionally need to take a step back and see what we are doing here. Our goal is not to lift the most weight overhead. It is not to finish and be the first one to put a score on the board. Both of the above mentioned are positive things but make sure not achieve this at the cost of sacrificing something more important.
Our goal is to have people perform basic functional movement better. We want people to be stronger and yes lifting weights is required to gain strength. We also want people to improve their cardio/endurance abilities. We want to create an ARMY of well-rounded, strong, capable individuals that are mentally tough enough to overcome adversity. In essence we are looking for overall general fitness improvement.
Take weight off and focus on PERFECT form for every single rep in a workout, even the last rep of 300. Add more weight (providing form is safe and acceptable) and take a bit longer to finish. Have an idea of what you need to focus on when you walk in the gym and get better. We all need to take some RESPONSIBILITY for our overall general fitness improvement. YOU need to self-evaluate to target areas that will get you where you want to be.
Last week a female member finished a workout that involved pull ups. She did every pull up unassisted. She was PROUD and she should have been proud of her efforts. I noticed her consistently working on pull ups prior to classes for months. HARD WORK pays off.
2012-04-06
2012-03-31
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2012-03-26
2012-03-24
2012-03-17
Crossfit Brighton 120317
Partner Challenge 120316
Thanks to all that came. The members did a great job helping and encouraging the new people. Super effort by all!
2012-03-14
Crossfit Brighton 120314 Games Open 12.3
Games Open 12.4 will be posted Wednesday evening. We will be doing the Games WOD again on Saturday in our WOD Classes. Congrats to all that are posting scores.
Our Friday 5:30 pm WOD Class is a Partner Challenge. You can partner up with a member or bring a non-member but make sure to give us a heads up by signing up through the calendar.
2012-03-04
2012-03-01
2012-02-20
2012-02-16
Crossfit Brighton 120216 Post
High intensity* training while doing useful exercises/movements has a multitude of benefits. Increased bone density, lower body fat %, lower LDL cholesterol levels, lower resting heart rate and overall increase in energy are a few to mention.
High intensity also involves a level of discomfort. Get to know your discomfort level and learn how to deal with it. Learn how to push past previous thresholds. This will allow you to raise your intensity level* and realize the benefits. It is not easy and some aren't willing to do it. Are you?
*proper and safe form is the first priority
2012-02-13
2012-02-10
Crossfit Brighton 120210 Friday
Recipe for optimal health and wellness:
1.) Train. Perform strength and conditioning exercises. Make your training fun. Play sports, participate in events and races. Challenge yourself daily!
2.) Sleep.
3.) Fuel yourself with proper food/water. See right hand column.
General Nutrition Guidelines:
-Eat enough calories to sustain activities but no more.
-Snack on healthy foods and limit huge meals.
-Pre-workout meals should consist of slow burning carbohydrates such as bananas, oatmeal & dried fruits/nuts.
-Drink water prior to, during and post workouts.
2012-02-03
Crossfit Brighton 120204 Post
LISTEN UP!
-Added WOD Class: Saturdays 8:30 am
-2012 Crossfit Games Open: Sign up and join Crossfit Brighton's Team
-The Controversy Behind Crossfit
2012-02-02
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