“Log your results in CHiP.” I say it at the end of almost every class. To those who don’t log their workouts, I’m sure it’s annoying to hear. Why you don’t do it: “I’m not good enough yet to start keeping track.” “I’m not interested in competing, why should I care about writing my score …
Vegetable oils, including those made from corn 🌽, sunflowers 🌻, and grapes 🍇, are a common ingredient in many processed foods. For years, these oils have been promoted as heart-healthy ❤️ and a preferable alternative to fats like butter and lard. However, the manufacturing process for these oils might not be as beneficial as once …
When you sign up for a class at Twin Bridges CrossFit, we are making a solemn commitment to each other. The Coach’s Pledge 🏋️♀️ Your coach solemnly swears to: teach correct mechanics, identify areas of concern that could lead to injury or inefficiency, and correct you in a way that makes sense so you can …
What single trait do the best CrossFit coaches in the world nearly all have in common? An encyclopedic knowledge of the CrossFit methodology? Endless cues and movement substitutions for seemingly any scenario? The ability to spot the tiniest movement flaw from across the room? Those are valuable skills, and it’s true that most of the …
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Learning the Ropes 🏋️♀️ CrossFit uses a technique called “kipping” in lots of exercises because it helps you do more in less time and really gets your whole body working together. Kipping also helps you finish your workouts faster 🏁. But, it’s very important to remember that you need to learn how to do the …
Are you wondering how to eat healthier? Does healthy eating seem like something you can’t make a consistent part of your life? Do healthy foods, a healthy diet, and nutritious meals seem unrealistic? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Healthy eating has been made too complicated by self-professed gurus, people selling diet books and plans, …
“It is more fun to talk with someone who doesn’t use long, difficult words but rather short, easy words like ‘What about lunch?’” ― A. A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh Among cartoon bears, Winnie the Pooh would for sure have made the best CrossFit trainer. Sure, he would have needed to modify his diet a …
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AT TBCF, THE STANDARD IS THE STANDARD At Twin Bridges, “The Standard is the Standard” is painted in big black letters on a red wall inside the gym. Sometimes visitors ask, “what does that mean?” “The Standard is the Standard” means we have high expectations for our members and do things a certain way because …
Self-pity is a destructive emotion that can be especially dangerous for athletes. It gets in the way of training and hampers progress and improvement. CrossFit athletes are especially vulnerable to self-pity because the workouts are so challenging and demanding. “I’m not good enough,” “I can’t do this,” “It’s too hard.” Every CrossFitter has had these …
Maintaining a stable midline is important for maximizing your performance and staying injury-free in the gym. Your midline is your entire spine down through your pelvis. Midline stability refers to the ability of an athlete to lock their spine and pelvis together so they move as one unit and they maintain a neutral spine. This …
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