By Alan Shaw, Co-Founder and Head Coach of Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, SC The source of everything from snarky remarks to abject loathing, there are a few taboos across the fitness community. Peeling back the shame and stigma, we are digging into these common missteps - what they are, why they hurt offenders most [...]
You’re not going to crush every workout. Becoming a better version of yourself happens through both the highs and the lows. Which means that sometimes raising the bar on your health and fitness means putting the barbell down. The score on the whiteboard is not a reflection of who you are. Your worth is [...]
If you're familiar with Maslow's hierarchy of needs, then you've probably seen the 5-level pyramid comprised of: Physiological needs (at the bottom of the pyramid) - food, water, warmth, rest Safety needs - security, safety Belongingness and Love needs - relationships, friends Esteem needs - prestige, sense of accomplishment Self-Actualization (the top level of [...]
En route to the corner store, Logan was accelerating through an intersection when his OneWheel stopped short and sent him flying. Reflexively, he stuck out an arm to catch himself and the asphalt impact travelled straight up his wrist through to his elbow and broke it. In medical terms, Logan fell-on-out-stretched-hand or “FOOSH’d” resulting in [...]
When you’re setting aside time and money to raise the bar on your health and fitness, it makes sense that you want to make the most of that investment. We recently shared a few ideas on how you can get the most out of your training investment. If you missed part one, here is [...]
Hailing from Coopersburg, PA, Lee Evans enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard right after graduating high school. As a Boatswain’s Mate, he sailed and served from the tropical Caribbean islands to the icy Bering Sea over nine years. Winning the location lottery, Lee transitioned from his station in Honolulu, HI to Charleston, SC, where [...]
Each time you show up at the gym, you make a deposit. And that investment is made up of your time, money and effort. You could spend that same 60 minutes in hundreds of different ways, but you’ve chosen to prioritize your training and health. Training ROI - Part 1 If you’re willing to [...]
Who doesn't enjoy a night of cozy, calm, blissful sleep? Getting a good night's sleep doesn't just create a much-needed moment of zen. Quality sleep is also vital to prepare your body for peak performance at the gym and in your daily life. So why is getting a good night of sleep so elusive? [...]
With each making it their own, Flo and Shawn Braddy are all in on Rhapsody Fitness both inside and outside the gym. What is your story? FLO: After graduating with a BS in Sports Science from Kingston University London, I headed to Charleston in 2013. I was offered a soccer scholarship (we call it football [...]
The sit-up is a simple exercise that you can literally do anywhere. Despite the simplicity of this movement, it’s worth checking in on the points of performance. Make this an effective and efficient exercise by ensuring that you’re getting the most out of every rep. Points of Performance: The Sit-Up While the sit-up is [...]
