A Wealth of Insight
Centered in movement, often grounded in humor, and always intelligent, these pieces are timeless bites of wisdom. Start anywhere. Or choose a category (below) and dive into it!
Evolving
Truth, Or Lies?
Life is full of hard truths. So is CrossFit.
A Question
Peaks and Valleys
Dulling the pain isn't a long-term strategy. Nor is trying to avoid all pain. Instead, do something that will pay off for you, again and again: go straight into the pain and come out the other side.
High
CrossFit, done right, is like taking drugs. Your brain gets scrambled and your hands shake, but you feel flippin' FANTASTIC. Yet your health improves and you look better. The fact that you get to keep all your teeth is just a bonus.
Not "Normal"
It’s a hard conversation to have with your loved ones, maybe one of the hardest.
The Hottest Cult
That You're Here
"People don't see that you're last. People see that you're here."
Stoned on CrossFit
Riding the Rollercoaster
The Message You Send?
The Engine
I am a CrossFitter
Nerves
Achievement does not come without discomfort.
Life Outside of CrossFit? What?
If your life is anything like mine, you've heard this news already from family and friends. They look at you with those big eyes, put their hands on your shoulders, and say: "Seriously. There is life outside of CrossFit. And we're going to get you the help you need."
Dumb Questions
The Barbell Hates Skinny
The barbell likes fit, the barbell likes strong, and the barbell tolerates pudgy and fat. The barbell doesn't care what you look like or what size pants you wear. The barbell cares what you can do.
The Attitude Question
What's the tipping point on attitude? When does it become too much? And have we reached it in CrossFit? Or are we just getting started?