Let it go

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In the sport of fitness, there is a myriad of exercises and skills to work on and improve. However, trying to increase your 1RM back squat by 30 lbs, while also shaving 30 seconds off your mile time, might be a tough feat. Focusing in on one…

Core Stability

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Core, core, core. We are always talking about keeping our core tight, stabilizing the core, training the core, but what exactly is the core? The core is comprised of muscles in the front, side, and back of the midsection. All these muscles work…

Weekly WOD Insight 1/15/18

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To prevent or not prevent the redline this week!? MONDAY Whoops. If you are all not satisfied with your performance, you can blame me getting old ;) TUESDAY This workout will have a little different effect for each level. For Rx'd, I'd like…

Building Stronger Pull-Ups

https://vimeo.com/250993577 The importance of fundamentals can't be stressed enough at the Sweat Shop. They are important for developing the necessary strength to perform basic movements and to reduce the likelihood of injury. They also help…

Staying Fit During the Holidays

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Its that time of year again. Christmas is fast approaching, and New Years is right on its tail. For many of us, the holiday season is a time  to break away from our daily routine. We usually take some time off work, some may travel to see…

Push It

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The push up is one of the most well known exercises you can find. The act of doing a push up, is essentially holding yourself in a plank position facing the ground, then lowering your body toward the ground by  flexing your elbows and extending…

Skills: Before, During, After

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These guys love working on skills before ,during, and after the party! Look at those faces! After our class warm-up and whiteboard briefing, you'll often here the coach say, "if you need any modifications or substitutions come chat with me".…

Weekly Wod Preview : December 4th addition

Monday I tested out this workout last week, it was a good mover. The front squats should be moderately heavy but should be done unbroken or at most break up into two sets. Rx'd & ADV have a run, while beefy has a Row. With the open around…

Emotional IQ Podcast

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I snagged a listen to this podcast on Emotional IQ after USA Olympic lifting coach, Cara Heads Slaughter, posted it on her social media page. Without copy catting every thing she posted, I think it's worth the short listen as I really think…