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 [...]
One of the most beneficial things you can do to position yourself for success with your physical fitness program is to adopt a growth mindset. A growth mindset means that you believe improvement is possible if you create an appropriate plan and execute it. It differs from a fixed mindset, which resolves itself to [...]
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 Kate Hendley, Rhapsody Fitness Nutritionist You want to know the big secret to winning fitness and nutrition? That silver bullet? The golden ticket? The white sauce mystery ingredient? Lean in, I’ll tell you… There isn’t one. Keep it simple. Be consistent. You’re welcome. Nine out of 10 people I come across believe there’s a [...]
By Kate Hendley, Rhapsody Fitness Nutritionist Whether we mean it, most of us have caught ourselves in the “have-to” hamster wheel when it comes to our training. I just got back from vacation, so I have to go to the gym. I had pizza last night, so I have to go for a run. I saw [...]
It goes by many names: mental chatter, mindlessness, overthinking and even the monkey mind. And no matter what your preferred label may be, you probably know what it sounds like in your head. You also might be thinking, “What can I do about it?”. Quieting the Mental Chatter How do you quiet the non-stop [...]
For Muslims, Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar hallmarked by 29 to 30 days of fasting, prayer, reflection and community. Observed from April 2 to May 2 this year, fasting from dawn to sunset is fard, or obligatory for all adults. Although believed to be crucial for receiving spiritual rewards during this [...]
Focusing on your next WOD and blocking out distractions, both internal and external, isn’t always easy. Some days you might find it easier to keep your focus. But on the days when your attention is anywhere but the barbell in front of you, here are some ways to keep your focus. 1. Ditch your [...]
The pursuit of perfection can drive us toward improvement. But it also has a dark side. A side that leads to doubt, frustration, anxiety and a lack of motivation. Here are some signs that you might be pursuing perfection: You obsess over finding the perfect gym rather than showing up and giving the gym [...]
Success in any area of life doesn’t happen overnight. It requires direction, practice, awareness, realistic expectations and consistency. So whether you’re aiming for results at the gym or in another part of your life, here are some ideas on how to set yourself up for long-term success: 1. Know where you’re headed by setting [...]
