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CrossFit for an aging athlete: The CrossFit journey for a healthier, stronger you!

Ever though of how CrossFit for an aging athlete looks like? In this blog post we talk about the most common misconceptions what comes to CrossFit and an aging athlete.

In the grand tapestry of life, the middle-aged years often come with their unique set of challenges. If you’ve spent the better part of your adulthood sidelined from regular exercise or find yourself hesitant to step into the world of CrossFit, this message is for you.

Training with an injury, here is how

Injuries are a part of any sport, and CrossFit is no exception, unfortunately. Dealing with an injury can be frustrating and disheartening, but it doesn’t have to derail your progress. In fact, training through injury can be an opportunity for growth and even aid in your recovery. Here are 5 tips to help you navigate training while injured.

How to hold yourself accountable

In the quest for a fit and healthy lifestyle, accountability plays a crucial role. It’s all too easy to let excuses and distractions derail our fitness journey. If I asked you if eating healthy foods was important, you would say ‘of course,’ right? And if I asked whether exercise is key for health and wellness, you would most likely respond with a yes. So if we know that nutrition plus fitness is the magic formula for living a vibrantly healthy life, why don’t we do it? Why do we prioritize one over the other? The answer usually lies in the human mind that prioritizes short term enjoyment, pleasure, and reward over a long time one. And if we do know something is that health and fitness need a lifelong commitment and the biggest rewards come after years of good habits and consistency. Remember, Rome wasn’t built in a day.

Taking a summer break from the gym: Why it is a terrible idea

The risks of summer gym break outweigh the benefits by far. Picture this: You’ve been hitting the gym regularly, breaking a sweat, and pushing yourself to new limits. You’re on the healthy path to building a sustainable lifestyle, and you don’t need to force yourself every time you have a training ahead. But then, like a mischievous imp whispering in your ear, the thought of taking a break from training begins to tempt you. The summer is just around the corner, and you know you will have a bit less time in your hands, you would like to spend more time with your friends, enjoy the long warm evenings on the restaurant terrace and you might even be planning on going on a trip. With all of these things in your head you start contemplating the idea of indulging in a well-deserved rest.

CrossFit boosts self-esteem

Do you struggle with self-esteem? Are you searching for a way to build confidence and reclaim your inner strength? Look no further than CrossFit. CrossFit is more than a dynamic and intense fitness regimen and will not only transforms your physical abilities but also has the power to positively impact your self-esteem. In this blog post, we will explore how CrossFit can help you break through barriers, embrace your uniqueness, and unleash a newfound sense of self-worth. Get ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment!

The benefits of training after pregnancy

Getting back to exercising after pregnancy should be treated like getting back from an injury. Yes, your little one caused you some harm… And just like with any other injury, there are ways to optimize healing and return to normal functioning faster, with specific postpartum strength and conditioning.

Setting achievable goals: Case fitness

Setting achievable goals makes more difference in the fitness outcome than you think. Goal setting is defined as the act of selecting a target or objective you wish to achieve. And this is where it already can go really wrong. Did you notice the word “wish”?

How to find time for training

Introduction

It’s a common problem; finding time for training. You’re busy, you’ve got work, kids, friends and maybe even a social life. Exercising is on your list of good intentions but never gets done. But it’s important to keep fit, so what can you do? Well there are plenty of ways to make sure that exercising fits in to your weekly schedule. The most important thing is still prioritizing. If you put your health and fitness first, these tips will help you to stay on track. If you don’t, you need to fix your priorities first.

How to avoid the motivation trap?

Are you one of those people who started training in January last year (and the years before) and lost the motivation by February and fell of the wagon? You fell into the motivation trap. As you know, you are not alone. You also might know that some people manage to get pass the motivation dip and successfully continue to exercise and make an impact on their health. We, at CrossFit Kreis 9, have a ton of experience of this phenomenon and are happy to share our knowledge and tips on how to avoid the pitfalls of the lifestyle change. Here are the most common problems we see when people start exercising and changing their life.

The (only) special gear you need for functional training

Have you ever thought about starting a new sport but given up because you don’t have the right gear? This is not going to be the case with CrossFit. The only thing you need to start with are sports clothes. After a while you may be interested in acquiring a few things to assist you with your training but the list is still very short. Here are the three essentials: