Category: crossfit

  • Oktoberfest at CrossFit Impavidus

    Filthy Fifty I went out with some of my friends last night and had a blast. They were full of energy, positivity and fun. We did a lot of laughing, a lot of dancing and for some –drinking.  I knew that today would be a tough day physically for me, so I didn’t drink but to…

  • Mobility, Bacon and My Back – What?!

    Because you Can My back is tight from all the work this past week. Its not hurt, but I can definitely tell I used those back muscles. You can rest assured I will be doing extra mobility to help ease it. But I needed my workout today — so off I went! I’m glad I…

  • Everyday I’m hobbling!

    The more and more you read about celebs, the more you realize the big facade what we see, read and believe. Here’s another style celeb coming clean on the reality of her own self image issues. See – we really are all the same. Stacy London, fashion guru, discusses insecurity in new book “My whole…

  • Get Informed and Involved to Help Stop Bullying

    Do you use Pinterest? I have a Pinterest board full of good stuff –its a great way to bookmark things around the web you like or want to go back to. I love this idea of a virtual bulletin board — very creative and handy. October is National Bullying Prevention Month sponsored since 2006 by…

  • Attention Lady Weightlifters – Here’s some info you need to know

    Strength and Conditioning for Women 10 Things New Women Weightlifters Should Know Most women out there are not taught to embrace strength and conditioning exercises. Once you learn to love it and embrace how strong and fit it will make you – it will rock your world.  Your body shape changes and they just don’t…

  • Intro to Krav Maga in Loudoun County

    When was the last time you stepped out of your comfort zone and tried something new? I had a few opportunities this weekend to do just that and you know what? It was awesome. I am lucky enough to be able to attend an Intro to the Fundamentals of Krav Maga with Krav Maga Loudoun through…

  • Life is too Short

    Life is too short to waste time hating anyone! Lots going on today– Nate’s football game, a fun workout, watching some friends compete in a CrossFit competition. Its been busy but fun!

  • A Win When You Need It

    Fall is here. Its a bit crisper outside. Northern VA in Fall is one of the most beautiful places to be. The leaves turn colors and since we have a lot of foliage –the landscapes look like paintings. For all you Gen X’ers or Boomers — READ THIS! 8 Reasons Boomers Should Try CrossFit Each…

  • Mobility is Important in your CrossFit Training!

    Myofascial Release  Let’s talk about mobility and how important it is to being and staying well. Today, I coached the 6A class and as a part of their warmup, I had them grab the good ole ball of pain and roll out their shoulders and back. This sort of muscle work is called Myofascial release. And…

  • Appreciate and Power Clean

    Show Appreciation for All You Have Stress really does make you unwell. Starting yesterday, I have had a dull but painful headache, have had chills off and on and generally just don’t feel so hot.  Do I stop and rest? Sometimes but not this week. It’s a busy week for me that started with a…