Training for Health vs. Training for Sport
A few months back, we posted an article about the difference between “fitness” and “performance” in our CrossFit gym’s programming. We also touched on the purpose of “competition programming”. In this week’s blog, we will break down the major differences in training for health and fitness versus training for sport and competition. Training for health […]
Group Fitness: More Beneficial than Intimidating
We all get stressed–from being overworked, or from our thousands of responsibilities–but it’s not news to us that exercise can be an outlet to overcome that. The added layer to this is working out with others can help improve perceived stress levels and overall well-being. (Not to mention, you get to say you have quite […]
Fake Fitness News Part 4: More Than Just Showing Up
Sometimes when we have been working on a goal, or investing in a project for quite some time, we might find ourselves in “auto pilot” and relying on the hopes that simply showing up will result in progress. “I’m doing all the programming, and I’m coming 4-5 times a week–why am I not making progress?” […]
Fake Fitness News Series Part 3: Apathetic Eating
“I basically workout so that I can just eat whatever I want.” Unfortunately, more people than you’d think have this apathetic mindset when it comes to what they eat. However, it does not quite work out that way, if we’re investing our best interest in overall health. Here are some of the reasons why we […]
Fake Fitness News Series: Part 2 – “Cheat Meals”
What comes to mind when you hear the term “cheat meal”? It might have a negative connotation; in fact, the word “cheat” in itself already makes you feel slightly uncomfortable, doesn’t it? Here’s the catch: It’s not a “cheat meal” if you have a good, healthy relationship with food. This might upset some people who […]
Fake Fitness News Series: Part 1 – “No Pain, No Gain”
We’ve heard it somewhere before: whether it’s been on an awe-inspiring athletic commercial, or from a sports coach back in grade school, if there’s “no pain…no gain”. However, pain is not an indicator of progress, especially if it is a high level of discomfort. In fact, pain is usually an indicator for your body to […]
The Power of Community
Everyone has their reason for why they choose to be a part of a CrossFit gym. Some might join for the convenience of a one hour fitness class nearby, while others hear might hear from a friend. CrossFit Des Plaines has been fortunate enough to foster a tight-knit community in less than one year of […]
That’s a Wrap (if it fits the macros): Nutrition Challenge Re-Cap
Twenty-one participants recently completed a 6-week challenge for dialing in their nutrition habits and weekly workout routine. While the majority of participants were brand new to meal prepping, some have been working with our nutrition coaches, and were looking for extra motivation! From their CrossFit class attendance to their Facebook posts about new, delicious recipes, […]
Should I be counting calories? Tracking macros?
Counting calories or macronutrients are great approaches for achieving body composition goals. Calorie: Amount of energy available in foods (despite labels and generalizations, estimated calories in foods are highly variable dependent on several factors – size, preparation, absorption, digestion, etc.) Macronutrients: Nutrients that our bodies require to take in large amounts to help support bodily […]
Five Little Habits That Can Change Your Day
Often times, we want so much of what we don’t yet have: a newer car, a new PR in the gym, to pass a professional exam, or land a promotion at work. With such high expectations for ourselves, we also so often forget that it’s not a quick or easy route to the end goal. […]