Let’s talk nutrition! There are hundreds of diet programs out there, and they all promise the world. “Add lean muscle fast!” “Drop X pounds in 14 days.” “Miraculous results!” And so on. At CrossFit Spring Hill, our promise is to always tell you the truth, and the truth is simple,
“How do I use those things?” you might have asked. Or maybe, “What weight is right for me?” That’s totally understandable! Machines in gyms often have instructions printed on them, which makes them more accessible. Barbells and dumbbells don’t, so some people will avoid them. Here’s the truth: Barbells and
Fitness is full of buzzwords and jargon—so what is functional fitness training, and why is it important? Here’s the answer: Functional fitness training is used to help people become better at things they do in daily life. The movements used in this style of training are often—but not always—very similar
How should you warm up before training? Here’s the answer! A good warmup prepares the body for effort. Some people require more time to get primed to train, and some people require less. We’ll go over a very general plan you can adjust for your body and your training style.
What are some of the most important muscles that people often forget to train? Hint: They’re usually muscles you can’t see right away when you look in the mirror. In the gym world, it’s very common to prioritize the most visible muscles—usually those in the chest and arms. In fact,
Here’s a common gym question: What’s the best time of the day to train? The short answer: It’s always a good time to work out. Most people don’t work out at all, so it’s better to train at any time than to skip a workout because the time isn’t “perfect.”
If you want to get fit, lose weight or add muscle, how long do your workouts need to be? The answer will depend on who’s asking and what the person’s exact goals are. But here are some general guidelines. The average person who wants to improve general fitness and health
Meal plans, supplements, fat-burning workout programs, cleanses, macro tracking, the keto diet and other nutrition regimes—where do you start if you want to lose weight? Here’s the truth: The world of nutrition can be very confusing, and there are lots of too-good-to-be-true promises and outright lies. It’s no wonder many
Are you stressed these days? I think we all are to some degree! It’s been a crazy couple of years. But I want to congratulate you for taking care of yourself even if you have some worries and new challenges. Too often, people push their health aside because they’re busy
If you’re thinking about starting a workout program, you might be wondering if you’ll be sore after training at the gym for the first time. The short answer: if you’ve never worked out before, some mild muscle soreness is likely, but a fitness professional can help you ease into a
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