Why Paleo Matters
Chris Kresser and Robb Wolf were here last Saturday and while it would be impossible to share everything they covered in 8 hours, this article covers a few important tidbits. Chris and Robb began by answering the question, why paleo? They later went into ways to change your diet to feel and perform better.
Happy 1 Year Anniversary!
On January 2nd, we started classes in the empty Gymboree gymnastics space across the parking lot, because our space was still under construction. Now we have an amazing gym to workout in with such an awesome community. Check out our first year with some photos!
Clean Challenge Winner: Noah Sussman
Noah Sussman won the April 2013 clean challenge by losing 7% body fat. At the beginning of the challenge he had 19% body fat and weighed 188lbs. At the end he was still 188lbs, but had reduced his body fat to 12%. Not only that, but after only 1 week, Noah was able to stop taking his prescription for ADHD.
Sit Less To Perform Better
Sitting has been getting a lot of attention lately with multiple studies showing the detrimental affects long periods of inactivity has on your health. People are sitting an average of 9 hours a day at work, in their cars and at home watching TV, which is about 2.5 hours longer than they are sleeping.
CrossFit Hand Care
Pull-ups are one of the all-time great functional movements, but can have some collateral damage on the hands. Below we have some methods for reducing your chances of ripping and advice for what to do when you do get a nasty rip.
First CrossFit Sanitas Clean Challenge
The first-ever CrossFit Sanitas Clean 30 Challenge ended with a bang last week! Between the amazing food provided by all of you as well as Craig Taber from Locavore Delivery, the insane Bro-Off, Row-Off and all the success stories being shared, it was an all-around fun and inspiring month.
Why Buying High Quality Meat Matters
We recently sat with Craig Tabor from Locavore and grilled him about meat. Craig sources and sells top quality, grass-fed meat and is a self-professed chicken herder and bacon enthusiast. He gives us pointers on how to shop for the best meat around town.
First Week of BaseCamp is in the Books!
We had an incredible first week of BaseCamp at CrossFit Sanitas. Everyone remember to eat well, stretch and drink lots of water so that you're ready for next week. First In First Out and 7am Psychos really set the precedent for future sessions. Keep up the good work, everyone!