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My Transition from Bodybuilding to CrossFit

I don't like to say I was formally a bodybuilder because I was never on a pro or amateur stage, but that is how I trained. Constantly worried about symmetry and size...ugh. Just thinking about it makes me cringe.

Garage Gym Flooring Options

This one comes up quite a bit. What kind of flooring do I get!?!?! Flooring is important for your safety and for your equipment. So what do you use and how should you use it?

CrossFit Tour

CrossFit had a big announcement yesterday, well that's what they said on twitter. So I checked back yesterday for their announcement of the CrossFit Tour. So what is this thing?? According to the UPS looking commercial below they are making six stops, in six cities, they are having a party, and everyone is invited. Click on the CrossFit Tour logo to head to their website.

How Much Water Should I Drink for CrossFit? For Life?

It is a valid question. How much water should you consume on a daily basis? I am sure you have heard the old 8 glasses of water a day, but is that relevant? Does that have any research or backing? What if you work out?

What to Get for a Perfect CrossFit Christmas

A CrossFitter can be hard to shop for, especially if you are not one. Here are a lot of great CrossFit Christmas ideas for you or for someone else. Enjoy! Happy Holidays!!

Strength Training Adaptation and CrossFit

Figure out how to keep your body from accommodating too greatly, and always provide that stimulus for new adaptation and you will progress quickly.

Homemade Squat and Bench Press Stand

A great piece of CrossFit Equipment that can be used for bench press, shoulder press, and squatting. Very affordable and easy to accomplish.

Design a Workout Program

While I love CrossFit it is no secret that with out some sort of training background you will not be completing CrossFit workouts on your own. You may have to design some workout programs to get closer to being able to do CrossFit, or whatever you goal may be. This is rather generic and universal.

The 3 Laws and 8 Rules of the Garage Gym

3 Laws to live by in your Garage Gym, and 8 Rules that may help you be a better Garage Gymer.

How to Take an Ice Bath

The ice bath. I am sure you have heard of people taking an ice bath. It sounds like something that is reserved for the professional athlete or serious ultramarathon runner. Truth, it is for anyone who needs it. This could be you, and if so, I recommend you start trying out an ice bath from time to time.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Winterizing The Garage Gym

It's getting cold out there. Depending on where you live, a garage gym may not even be an option becasue of your weather. I have heard horror stories of hands freezing to bars in northern minnesota.

Tire and Reverse Hyper

A quick and easy crossfit equipment build for all things that involve a tire and how to use it as a reverse hyper.

6 Reasons You're Weak

Strength does not come from infrequent sloppy training. Strength is forged through the gnashing of teeth and intellectual preparation

WOD Toys: CrossFit Kids

Do you have kids? Do they workout? Do you want them to? I know there is a debate, but CrossFit Kids does point you to dome good reading in their FAQs.

How to Walk On Your Hands: The Sink or Swim Approach

I went from falling on my ass every attempt, to terrible form, to freestanding handstand push-ups and walking 50 yards on my hands. I did it very quickly and taught myself. You can do the same.

Eo3 Fitness Training Principles

Take 'em or leave 'em. Some Training Principles to live by.

The CrossFit Shoe Quest

This is for all of you looking for that CrossFit shoe, and wondering "What kind of shoe do I wear for CrossFit?". I have not owned all of these but have some exerince on a few. I just want to show you what is out there. If you are into CrossFit and looking for a CrossFit shoe here are some options.

Build Your Own Power Rack

Coming Up at Eo3 Fitness

Coming up at Eo3 Fitness: The CrossFit Shoe Quest, 2 New DIY Projects, How to Walk on Your Hands, and Squat Progressions.

The Key to...The 400lb. Bench Press, Sub 6 min. mi., Losing 30 lbs, and Perfect Six Pack Abs

Can you believe I actually found out how to accomplish all of these things!?!? It seems a bit crazy, I know. But if you follow the two simple steps listed below you will meet any of those goals. Even if your goal is different I am a sure these steps will help you achieve whatever it is that you are after.

3 Questions to Ask When Choosing a CrossFit Gym (Box)

I am going to try and point you in a good direction here. While I am a huge advocate of a garage gym, some people need the one on one to learn CrossFit. This post will also probably shed some light as to why I am not working out at an affiliate.

7 Reasons You're Slow

These are some tips for the generalist crossfit runner. If you want to be a super fast long distance runner you may want to check out runner's world or something similar.