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Self Recovery through Myofasical Release

or let’s just call it FOAM ROLLING! Check out this article.  There are some really great tips on how to use that foam roller.  And did you ever want to know why we get those KNOTs in our muscles, and how and why  it is important to eliminate them?  Keep reading…   ROL
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WOD: 10:28:2014

              A. Five sets of: Deadlift x 4-6 reps (moderately heavy) Rest 20 seconds Ring Push-Ups x max reps Rest 2 minutes B. Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of: 24/16 kg Kettlebell Swings x 15 reps Wall Ball Shots x 15
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Popcorn kids

  I am reminded of popcorn popping when I see these energetic kids jumping explosively, synchronously yet individually, all in a rhythmic manner.  These kids always impress with their energy.  Pop, pop, pop! If only I had that energy! Here are some pics from Oct 16th and today. #
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Sunday 10/19/2014 Rest Day

Rest Day. For the Crossfit program at Dogtown Athletic we will use Sunday as our rest day. Use this day to mobilize, stretch, plan your week, especially your nutrition choices. Nutrition Preparation. * Ensure that you have quality foods prepared in the appropriate quantities to fuel y
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In the Media: “CrossFit programs for kids focus on the FUN”

    High-Fives, Not High Reps CrossFit Programs for Preschoolers Focus on Fun Click on the link below for the article By MARY PILON  that was featured OCT. 1, 2014. http://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/02/sports/crossfit-tailors-workout-for-a-new-demographic-preschoolers.html
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First Youth Fitness Class is a SUCCESS!

    Green Slime Obstacle Course was a Hit!  
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Dog days

Today was our first “official” day that we were open for business. That said, we have much still to do. That said, people have been working out here all month. We were at the gym at the crack of dawn and didn’t leave until nearly 10pm, and that was only because the k
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The Impact of Technology on the Developing Child

Reminiscing about the good old days when we were growing up is a memory trip well worth taking when trying to understand the issues facing the children of today. A mere 20 years ago, children used to play outside all day, riding bikes, playing sports and building forts. Masters of ima
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Counting down until October 1st

  Countdown Only 8 more days before our first official opening.  Still so much to get done, but it is coming along!  Today we had about 8 members working out in the functional fitness class.  They have been testing out the gym this month, pre-official opening, and making sure the
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