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CrossFit – My first day
“Come on! This is your last one!”
I look up and see Nik, 50 yards ahead of me standing on a small grass hill. He’s waving to me, encouraging me to run those last 50 yards instead of my current slow trudge.
He’s right of course, this is my last bit of running for the day, so despite wobbly legs, 100+ degree heat, and burning lungs, I dig deep and jog the last few yards back into the gym to finish the last circuit of the workout of the day.
Some people call Utah “God’s country”, but I think you could call it “Gold’s country” and be just as accurate. Gold’s Gym is the 1000 lb gorilla here, leaving little room for competing gyms to try and find a niche. And yet, tucked away in strip malls or in a few renovated warehouses those niche gyms are hanging in there. Not too long ago I found one of these gyms, it’s CrossFit Ogden, and at the moment its kicking my butt.
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Tags: The effects of Soda/Pop on your body
I know I have been harping on and on about diet early on here, but that’s because it is so important! Many of the health and weight troubles people face today could be resolved by simply switching to a healthier, more natural diet. But on to my topic:
SODA/POP IS EVIL!!!
Don’t believe me? Here’s what one serving will do to you: Read the rest of this entry »
Basics of Proper Eating
First, let’s get one thing straight: This is NOT a diet. When you hear diet, it invokes the imagery of missing your favorite foods in exchange for bun-less burgers or fruit juice with red pepper in it. This IS a guide for eating healthily and enjoyable for the rest of your life. Read the rest of this entry »
