Entries by Nabil

2017 CrossFit Open & Sweat Shop Intramural Teams

The 2017 CrossFit Open is right around the corner!  While the first workout won’t be released until Feb. 23rd., registration is already open.  While it’s always a fun and exciting time of year at the Sweat Shop, this year I’m planning on making it even more fun.  We’ll take everyone from the Sweat Shop that […]

Hot Coco Troopers

Big props to Martha and Allen, who despite the threat of bad weather, still completed the Hot Coco run in San Francisco this past Sunday!  They even did the 15K version, which is a little more than 9 miles!  Great job guys!  I’m considering hosting a Hot Coco 5K redo at the Sweat Shop in […]

The Holidays Are Over

This is still one of my favorite videos from 6 years ago!  Some of my personal favorite things are: Alex snatching with the axle bar (pretty sure 6 years later no one else has done such a thing) Seeing how small the gym used to be JB’s muscle ups in 2011 compared to current day […]

SPS Gym – The Future of Weightlifting in the U.S.

Our good friend Mike Jenkins, owner of SPS (Speed Power Strength) in Oakland, continues to raise the bar of what is to be expected in a fitness facility.  In his quest for being the premiere training center for upcoming Weightlifters, Mike recently had gold medalist, former head coach of the Polish weightlifting team, IWF Hall […]

Sleep Supps

Nothing beats a good night’s sleep.  Up until about 8 years ago I would lay down in my bed, close my eyes, and the next thing I knew, I was opening my eyes 9-10 hours later, often times in the exact same position I feel asleep in!  However, I’ve been chasing that type of sleep […]

Another Great Holiday Party

Big thanks to everyone that came out to our annual holiday party last weekend.  It’s always great to see everyone in something other than their gym gear!  Also, thank you to Aaron of Hiroshi’s Catering for the food, and Cathy of P.S. I Cake You for the desserts.  Check out more pics from the party […]