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Ashley's #WODoftheWEEK 2.6.2017
Ashley's #WODoftheWEEK came from the Northeast Fitness Invitational last year....AMRAP? With handstand walks? Here's to #movativationmonday #amiright?
Travel WOD "Double Up." 2.03.2017
"Double Up" a travel workout by our very own Level Three CrossFit trainer, Larry Thomas. Read more by clicking the image.
Coaching Certification Updates!
Ashley got her Level 1 CrossFit certification and Larry just accomplished his Level 3 cert! Here are some quick updates from the VRX team.
"Chasing Adventure" - Guest Blog Post
A weekend with your brother filled with ice climbing and hiking the Kinsman Ridge? There was no way I was going to let my little brother show me up. So we pushed ourselves, we hiked, we climbed, we feasted and then we slept well. Here's why I'll never stop chasing adventure - and neither should you. By: Chad Valenti
Wisdom of the Week - Introducing the Muscle-Up
That's right- the most coveted gymnastics movement in the sport of CrossFit, the muscle-up, is the star of our next Wisdom of the Week series! By: Aimee Young
Why Costa Rica Needs To Be Your Next Vacation
Costa Rica can - and should be your next vacation. See why this 7 day, 6 night itinerary will have you feeling better than ever with daily yoga classes, breakfast and lunch at the vegan cafe, beach wod's and much, much more. By: Cam King
KILL CLIFF is on board #TeamVRX
We just got six cases (that's 144 cans for you rookies) of KILL CLIFF. As a partner sponsor to what we're doing here at VoyEdge RX, we couldn't be more proud of having them provide product to people booking our trips. Read more in the blog by: Cam King
#WODoftheWEEK "Amanda" 1.30.2017
'Amanda' - one of CrossFit's toughest workouts. Muscle-ups and squat snatches. See inside the blog for more info, tips and strategy for why Marc chose this as the #WODoftheWEEK
Guest Blog Post: "Why CrossFit Works - Community with no dividing lines"
Why CrossFit as a community works. It's not where you are in life, or the skills you have, but those around you and the abilities you develop that create the perfect learning environment.....5:30 AM fitness or not, you're part of the #fitfam. By: Stephanie Krieg of CrossFit Redzone in Newtown, CT
Wisdom Of The Week - Wrapping Up The Handstand Push-Up
This week closes out our handstand push-up series! Try out this unique strength-building exercise to get you to that first strict handstand push-up. Don't forget to use a spotter!
Should I become a CrossFit Coach?
Should I become a CrossFit coach? It's a tough answer and differs from person to person. Here's my personal take on it....by: Cam King
#WODoftheWeek 1.23.2017
Looking for a kick in the butt this week? Try out this WOD Marc and I did at Peak 360 CrossFit in Miami, FL!
Travel WOD 1.22.2017
Travel WOD 1.22.2017....I did this one in Florence, Italy last week. And when there isn't a box, sometimes you have to come up with your own workout regimen. Hotel rooms, AirBnB's and more...here's how to make the most out of the world around you.
Five Ways To Beat The Blues At The Airport
Travel hacks...here's a few pro tips on how to beat those airport blues....by: Cam King
Guest Blog Post: Living in the Moment
Life takes some twists and turns for sure...but what should you do when something completely unexpected happens? We all have been there - and when it occurs, the best way to recoup is to travel. Here's a quick reflection piece from Danna Mazzola of CrossFit Blue Diamond in East Longmeadow, MA.
Workout of the Week: SISU Dillon - 1.19.2017
Tony's WOD of the week: Dillon. From CrossFit SISU. Read more in the post and share your times below.
Why Full Range of Motion?
Marc and Aimee introduce their newest Wisdom of the Week video, and Marc explains why it is important to keep full range of motion in mind when picking a scaling option for your metcon.
5 Tips for being your 'Best Self' on Vacation
It’s 4:17 AM here in Europe and I’m currently 39,857 feet in the air at the moment flying over the Irish coast on my way to Frankfurt, where I’ll connect at 6:55 AM on my way to Rome....and of course I'm blogging. See my tips for being your, 'Best Self' while on vacation. Read more...
Home Gym Essentials: The Box
Building a home gym? Here's some important information on what you need and how to craft the perfect box in your garage. CrossFit or not, this stuff is a lifesaver, money saver and of course, time saver. Plus, see our first scaling options for learning how to do the coveted CrossFit movement, the handstand push-up.
#WODoftheWEEK 1.09.2017
10 minute AMRAP of: 5 Deadlifts (275#/225#), 1 rope climb, 5 pushups. Score is total rounds completed. Cam's score: 10 rounds. Here's a nice toasty WOD, courtesy of CrossFit Southie and their awesome programming. Post your scores to comments and follow our #WODoftheWEEK posts on Instagram @VoyEdgeRX