Why We “Fall Off”

As a CrossFit coach I have worked with several athletes of different experiences, abilities, goals and stories. I’ve taken several mental notes as I sit and listen to their stories, or hear their remarks in passing. I began to evaluate why it is I have personally stayed invested for almost four years, and while some […]

Completed My “Challenge”… Now what?

First off, congratulate yourself on completing ANY sort of challenge you have committed yourself to–whether that’s the 6-week Best Self Transformation Challenge or CrossFit Des Plaines’ 8-week nutrition challenge. Nonetheless, you have proved to yourself that you are capable of accomplishing a goal that you have set. So now what?   There’s research from a […]

Mindfulness: Why should I “mind”?

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]  It’s not a hoax! The American Psychological Association has cited several studies regarding the benefits of practicing mindfulness including easing stress, alleviating aches and pains, and increasing mood and productivity.   Think about how many times you have physically or mentally felt overwhelmed, stressed […]