Chances are that you’ve had you share of days in the gym where you’re just killing it. Tons of energy to burn, motivation at its max, and a fluidity with your movement that’s so satisfying it almost seems easy. And chances are you’ve also had those days that are the total opposite. You’re slow, [...]
The holidays are a time of year when we get together with and family and eat, and drink, and be merry, and all the good things that happen when we enjoy (or tolerate) each other’s company. It’s also a time of year when fitness goals can be challenged. It can be easy to skip [...]
We all know that being physically active can help you lead a happier and happier life. Regular exercise promotes physical health and reduces the risk of health conditions like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, cancer, and others. But in addition to making your heart and muscles stronger, the benefits of working out can [...]
On the surface, boxes and gyms can all seem very similar. Equipment, music, hopefully nice towel service. But one other thing really distinguishes one box from the next — the community of people who are present. It's a big part of CrossFit so let's spend a little time talking about what makes a great [...]
Group projects in high school were one of the worst things ever, but group fitness environments, on the other hand, can be awesome. If you've been thinking about adding a group component to your fitness program, here are a few reasons you should. 1. Structure One of the best reasons to engage in group [...]
By Alan Shaw, Co-Founder of Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, SC I’ve been told that a shift happens in year four. Year one is all about breaking ground and hurdling into the unknown. Year two is no-holds-barred marked by high highs with low lows and hard lessons. By year three, you realize you’re standing on steadier [...]
By Alan Shaw, Co-Founder and Head Coach of Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, SC What a year it has been, friends. I know this is a thing that people say, but it seems like 2021 moved at a clip that my brain could barely wrap itself around. Still processing and licking our wounds from The Blip, [...]
First we fitness, then we feast! Tis the season to put in the work for the promise of damn good eats, and, here in the Lowcountry, we are certainly spoiled with some of the country’s finest fare. Whether we’re giving the inside scoop to drop-ins visiting us from near and far or helping our [...]
By Alan Shaw, Co-Founder and Head Coach of Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, SC What a year it was. Reflecting on these past 12 months, I am in awe of our comeback story - yours, mine, the Rhapsody family and our Charleston community. We have some serious fight in us and are coming out on [...]
Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston launches scholarship program for young adults from underserved communities with an all-access training membership, mentorship and fitness career development opportunities. UNITED IN STRENGTH At Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, we believe that our community should be open to anyone who believes success is determined by character and embodies the core values of [...]
