Why high achievers choose personal training
Personal training is rarely about needing support; it is about refusing to leave results to chance. At CrossFit Kreis 9, the clients who commit to coaching are often the most structured individuals in the room. They are business owners, executives, consultants, and parents with demanding schedules who already operate at a high level in their careers. […]
Starting exercise as an adult: the psychological disadvantage nobody talks about
Starting exercise as an adult is often described as a physical challenge. Stiff joints, low fitness, or fear of injury usually take center stage. But in our experience at CrossFit Kreis 9, the biggest obstacle when starting exercise as an adult isn’t physical at all. It’s psychological. Why starting exercise as an adult feels mentally harder Adults […]
Truth about fitness challenges
Everyone loves a fitness challenge. Whether it’s a 30-day squat streak, a 6-week transformation program, or the annual New Year fitness blitz, challenges are marketed as the shortcut to a better body and a refreshed lifestyle. But if you look deeper, you’ll find that lasting physical change doesn’t come from a fitness challenge — it comes from […]
Barry’s, F45, Orangetheory and CrossFit — what actually sets these training models apart?
The group fitness world is full of strong brands—Barry’s, F45, Orangetheory, and CrossFit—all offering high-energy training in structured class formats. While they may seem similar from the outside, each model is built on a different training philosophy. Understanding those differences helps you decide which approach best fits your goals, whether you’re seeking motivation, measurable progress, […]
Skinny fat and the problem of assuming you’re healthy
Most people consider themselves reasonably healthy as long as their weight is stable, their clothes fit, and day-to-day life carries on without major physical limitations. It feels logical: if nothing dramatic has changed, why would there be anything to worry about? But much of what determines long-term health doesn’t show up in day-to-day life — […]
3 things you didn’t know about Hyrox training
Hyrox training is one of the most misunderstood parts of the entire race experience. Even athletes with a strong background in fitness often prepare in ways that feel logical and intense, yet don’t actually build the adaptations the race requires. Whether you’re training independently or at a coaching-focused gym like CrossFit Kreis 9 in Zürich, understanding what […]
Fitness programming: Why you’re either following a program or you’re not
Fitness programming only works when it’s followed the way it was designed. This is one of the most misunderstood concepts in training — especially today, when you can buy programs online, mix and match workouts from different platforms, or pick classes based on what looks fun that day. But here is the truth that matters for […]
CrossFit community: How training together changes everything
The CrossFit community has long ago learned something the fitness industry is only now waking up to: access doesn’t create consistency — people do. We don’t need more fitness apps.We don’t need more at-home programs.We don’t need another January motivation wave that vanishes by March. If access was the answer, everyone would already be fit. But access […]
Power training for aging adults: Why power declines first — and how we train it at CrossFit Kreis 9
Power training for aging adults is one of the most underrated elements of long-term health, yet it plays a critical role in how we move, live, and thrive as we get older. While many people associate aging with losing strength or endurance, the truth is that power — the ability to produce force quickly — is […]
Bring a friend class: A win-win at CrossFit Kreis 9
Yesterday, we hosted our latest bring a friend class—and once again, it reminded us why this format is one of our all-time favorites. These classes blend energy, fun, and community in a way that’s hard to replicate anywhere else. When the gym fills with pairs of friends—one introducing, one discovering—it’s a different kind of magic. There’s […]