
How CrossFit Prepares You for HYROX (Anaheim Recap)
Community, Competition, GeneralThis past weekend, over 20 CrossFit Sweat Shop athletes competed in HYROX Anaheim, putting their fitness to the test in one of the fastest-growing endurance-style fitness events in the world.
Aside from Carmine, Robin, Rikus, and Jen, this…

The 2026 CrossFit Open: Why Walnut Creek Athletes Should Join the World’s Biggest Fitness Event
Community, Competition, GeneralThe 2026 CrossFit Open runs from February 26th through March 16th, and if you’ve been waiting for a spark to restart your fitness routine, this is it. Whether you live, work, or train in Walnut Creek, the CrossFit Open is one of the best ways…

The Misconception: “CrossFit Makes You Decent at Everything, Great at Nothing”
General, Tips, TrainingOne of the most common critiques is that CrossFit creates “jack of all trades, master of none” athletes.
There’s truth to that — but for most adults, that’s actually an advantage.
If you want to be world-class at one thing… CrossFit…

Upcoming Events
Community, General
Kirkwood Day Trip - a.k.a. Personal Health Day
I just got off the phone with your boss, I let him know you won't be working on Wednesday Feb. 21st. At first he wasn't having it, but then I reminded him the importance of "personal health…

Embarking on Your CrossFit Journey: A Beginner’s Guide with CrossFit Sweat Shop
Fitness, General
Are you ready to transform your fitness journey and embrace the challenge of CrossFit? CrossFit Sweat Shop is here to guide you through the highly rewarding world of high-intensity, functional workouts. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or…

CrossFit – Best Way to Stay Fit in 2023
General
The world has changed significantly over the past few years. When the pandemic forced us to stay home and change our routines things got turned upside down. And while things have for the most part gotten back to "normal", it's a new normal…

Week 4 – WOD Review 3/29/21
Fitness, General, WorkoutsMonday
A)
3 Rounds
600m Run (800m)
70m Farmer Carry ~45/25 (~50/35) (~55+/40+)
10/8 Push Ups (12) (10/8 Handstand Push Ups) (12 Handstand Push Ups)
10 Cals (15) (20)
B)
Optional Accessory: Pick One
Coaching…

Week 2 – WOD Review 3/15/21
Fitness, General, WorkoutsMonday
A)
3 Rounds
30 Cals (40) (50)
10 Pull Ups (10 Chest to Bars) (10 Muscle Ups)
20 Wall Balls (30) (40)
B)
Optional Accessory: Pick 1 Workout from the Board
Coaching Notes:
- Nothing…

Week 1 – WOD Review 3/8/21
General, Uncategorized, WorkoutsMonday
I encourage you to start light and build slowly over the course of about 20:00. It’s important that you give your legs a good amount of rest in between sets as they will become quickly fatigued each set. To help facilitate you to…

