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14 Reminders That You Are Worth It Before Your Next Workout
Let’s just start by saying, you are absolutely worth it! Others may tell you this, but sometimes you need to remind yourself as motivation to fuel that next workout. You are worth those pounds you would like to shed, the muscles you would like to build, and the sweat and exhaustion you may feel from…
Read MoreThe Healthy Eater’s Guide to Dining Out
A journey to reach your health and fitness goals does not mean the end of social events, having fun, and going to restaurants. All it takes is a few habit changes to be on your way to incorporating your healthy lifestyle into dining out. Use one or a few of these tips to get started.…
Read More5 Surprising Benefits of Not Weighing Yourself Daily
When weight loss is on your mind, it can seem counterintuitive not weighing yourself on a regular basis. You may be surprised to learn that there are actually many benefits to not doing so. Read these benefits and keep up the hard work! You Will Learn to Embrace Your Body Without the scale “judging” your…
Read MoreCrossFit Myths Debunked: “I don’t have time.”
It is often said, “You will never find time for anything. If you want time, you must make it.” While this statement is true, there is value in maximizing the limited time we do have and making the most of each moment. This is the opportunity that CrossFit provides. Many people like the idea of…
Read MoreBuild Small Habits for Great Fitness Success
What do you define “success” as in fitness? Is it reaching your goals? Is it winning a competition? We all have different definitions and expectations for success, but the path to success remains the same for everyone: building habits. They are what keep you going when you are not feeling motivated. They allow you to…
Read MoreNew Year, New Goals: Your Guide to Fitness Goals and Beyond
It is 2019: a new year, a refresh, an opportunity to restart and leave the past behind. Look ahead towards the future and forget the past. Whether you have set goals for this year yet or not, it is not too late to consider what you would like to accomplish. Use this framework to set…
Read MoreTop 9 Misconceptions of CrossFit
While CrossFit has gained huge popularity over the last several years, many misconceptions remain. If you have questions about CrossFit, that’s great! We are tackling the top misconceptions about CrossFit in this post, which will hopefully help you understand more about what we do here at CrossFit Gardendale and why you should get involved! CrossFit…
Read More10 Goals You Need to Set for 2019
When thinking about the new year, many individuals are considering the goals and changes they want to make. 2019 is the perfect opportunity to have a fresh start and change your habits. We are challenging you to try setting these 10 goals for next year. Create one goal for each or set multiple if you…
Read MoreCrossFit Myths Debunked: “I Have To Be In Shape To Start CrossFit.”
We are tackling your CrossFit myths, starting with the common misconception: “I have to be in shape to start CrossFit.” We are busting this myth with eight reasons that this is simply not true, especially here at CrossFit Gardendale. Reason #1: Everyone Starts Somewhere – While it may seem like all CrossFit athletes are extremely fit…
Read More5 Reasons This Holiday Season NOT to Skip Your Workouts
The long-awaited motivation you need to stay on track with your workouts this holiday season is packed in this article. With the busyness of the holiday season — all of the additional events, obligations, and celebrations — it can be tough to stay on track. While it may seem easier to call it quits and…
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