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Travel WOD 4.28.2017 "Why Am I Running?"
Push-ups, sit ups and running. What more could you want in a travel WOD? Up the ante by doubling the numbers, but here's this weeks travel WOD from Larry Thomas, Level Three CrossFit Trainer at CF One Nation and Commonwealth CrossFit.
Trip Review:10 days in Northern Italy + Switzerland
10 days through Northern Italy + Switzerland...what did we learn? What's the takeaway for our company? Here's a few thoughts from VoyEdge RX Founder, Tony Beringer. Plus, a little wine and sunset never hurt nobody, right?
#WODoftheWEEK - 4.24.2017
Double-unders and front squats. Woof. Here's Tony B's pick for the #WODoftheWEEK! Have a good idea? Send your favorite WOD to us (staff@voyedgerx.com) and let us know what you liked/hated about it and we'll post it up!
Wisdom of the Week - "Growth only occurs in a state of discomfort."
"Growth only begins in a state of discomfort." See why getting out of your comfort zone willingly, or unwillingly is the perfect recipe for getting out and doing more with your life.
#WODoftheWEEK 4.17.2017 "Marathon Monday"
#WODoftheWEEK this week comes from Boston! "Marathon Monday." 5 rounds of 4 squat clean and jerks at 185, 15 chest to bar pull-ups, 13 lateral burpees, then sprint 800 meters. Read more in the blog post below!
Why Costa Rica Rocks
Listen, Costa Rica rocks. And my recent trip to the volcanoes and Pacific side proved it. Here's why your next trip to Costa Rica NEEDS to be as soon as possible. Read more from: Gina Eygenson.
Wisdom of the Week- Wrapping Up the Push-Up
All right folks! We're wrapping up the push-up this week with box and ring push-ups. These are FANTASTIC ways to scale if knee push-ups are too difficult. Check out the video and read the blog for more details...
Scouting ‘Northern Italy + Switzerland’ Part 1
We're in Milan and are officially scouting our Northern Italy + Switzerland trip! Follow along with updates and read more inside the blog about 'Why Travel Matters.' Drop us a line at: staff@voyedgerx.com too! By: Cam King
Wisdom of the Week- How to Scale the Push-Up
Push-ups from the knees are an EXCELLENT way to practice full range of motion push-ups without sacrificing your core stability and good back position. Check out the video to see how to properly perform this scale, and read the blog to learn more!
Curiosity Never Killed
A little quote from Teddy Roosevelt never hurt anyone...in fact, much of his knowledge is still relevant today. Here's how a quote from one of Teddy's speech and my recent move to Boston are related. By: Tony Beringer.
#WODoftheWEEK 4.3.2017
Deficit handstand push-ups and front rack walking lunges? Woof...here is this week's #WODoftheWEEK brought to you by our very own Lauren Metcalfe of CrossFit Jaarkhu. Read more inside the post and be sure to write your time in the comments.
Travel WOD 3.31.2017 "Over and Back"
Travel WOD 3.31.2017 "Over and Back." The Burpee Broad Jump on average burns two calories for every rep. Use this 7 minute amrap to get a good all around bodyweight workout no matter where you are. Props to @athletecoachT for his hard work and dedication on finding fitness outside the box.
Wisdom of the Week- The Do's and Dont's of Scaling the Push-Up
Last week we talked proper push-up technique, and this week we move on to the best scaling options for push-ups. Throughout the next 3 weeks we will demo push-up scales and explain WHY they are most effective.
So, the CrossFit Open is over....now what?`
So, the 2017 CrossFit Open is over, and everyone's asking, "What next?" Well, we've got a few pointers on what to do, where to go and how to look forward to the CrossFit Games this summer in Madison, Wisconsin.
The Universal Language of Exercise
Dropping-in to a CrossFit box while abroad is a big deal...where to go, how to get ahold of them, it's all part of the process. Here's a story of my latest drop-in to CrossFit Grande Arch in Paris, France.
Wisdom of the Week: The Push-Up
The push-up is one of the most underrated movements, and is more often than not performed incorrectly! Check out our newest series to find out how to improve your push-up.
#WODoftheWEEK "Murph" 3.20.2017
'Murph' is by far one of my favorite hero WOD's. It actually brought a tear to my eye in the first mile, and here's why this particular workout is so meaningful. Run 1 mile, 100 pull ups, 200 push ups, 300 air squats, run 1 mile (ADV: with a 20 lbs vest).
A Dream Itinerary for an Adventurous Heart
Why does the world call us? Where should we go next? Here's an inside scoop on how certain places in the world call to me, and why I've made it my mission to explore each and every one of them. Join me, our team and other likeminded individuals on escapes outside each one of our comfort zones.
Travel WOD "Death by sprints"
Become a better sprinter with our latest travel WOD. 'Death by Sprints' from our CrossFit Level Three Coach, Larry Thomas of Reebok CrossFit One and Commonwealth CrossFit.
Why You Need To See The Dolomites In Real Life
We've all seen mountains, but how about mountains that housed WW1 battles? How about mountains that housed dinosaur bones for millions of years. Or, how about the home of Italian BASE jumping and wingsuiting excursions? This is the Dolomite Mountain range. See why you need to make it your next trip ASAP.