Suffer Together, Stay Together
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Suffer Together, Stay Together

Fitness isn’t just about lifting weights, hitting PRs, or meal prepping—it’s about the people you surround yourself with along the way. Community matters. Who you surround yourself with matters. Choose wisely.

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New Year, New Goals
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New Year, New Goals

The start of a new year brings a lot of talk about resolutions—but let’s be honest, how many of those actually last past February? Here’s the truth: real change isn’t about quick fixes or dramatic promises. It’s about long-term, sustainable growth—building a stronger body, a sharper mind, and a healthier perspective on life, one step at a time.

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Dream Big & Break It Down
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Dream Big & Break It Down

As the new year approaches, it’s time to pause, reflect, and dream about what’s next. Clarify your goals, focus your energy, and turn your dreams into reality.

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Yearly Review…
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Yearly Review…

As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the journey you’ve taken in 2024. What worked? What didn’t? What lessons did you learn from embracing discomfort, sticking to your goals, and staying disciplined?

Reflection isn’t just about patting yourself on the back (though you deserve that too). It’s about learning from your experiences so you can move into 2025 with clarity and purpose.

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The Key to Growth. Ouch…
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The Key to Growth. Ouch…

Growth doesn’t happen in your comfort zone. It happens when you’re pushing past what feels safe and familiar, whether that’s in the gym, the kitchen, or life in general. Discomfort is the catalyst that transforms potential into progress and goals into achievements.

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Mobility for Longevity
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Mobility for Longevity

When it comes to health and longevity, we often focus on the big players: strength, cardio, and nutrition. But there’s an unsung hero in the mix—mobility.

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Feelings vs Actions
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Feelings vs Actions

We’ve all been there. The alarm goes off, and instead of jumping out of bed, you’re tempted to hit snooze. Your body aches from yesterday’s workout, or you’re just not “feeling it.” But here’s the thing: the difference between where you are now and where you want to be isn’t about how you feel—it’s about what you do.

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Seeking Discomfort
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Seeking Discomfort

Stepping outside our comfort zones fuels personal growth. Whether trying CrossFit, learning a new skill, or training for a marathon, seeking discomfort builds resilience. Challenges like the "One More Mile" at ChristFit Gym demonstrate the grit needed to push beyond limits. Research shows discomfort signals progress, urging us to seek it for real breakthroughs. Embrace discomfort intentionally to transform and strengthen yourself for life's challenges.

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Performance vs Aesthetics
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Performance vs Aesthetics

Discover the transformative power of proper nutrition in CrossFit from the perspective of a female athlete. In this blog post, I share my journey from focusing on aesthetics to valuing performance. Learn how fueling your body adequately can enhance your strength, energy, and mental clarity. Embrace a mindset that celebrates what your body can do, not just how it looks. Join me in redefining fitness and fueling for success.

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