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How To Keep Up Your CrossFit Training While Enjoying Your Vacation

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  • July 10, 2023

CrossFit training can be a great way to maintain your fitness level and stay healthy, even while on vacation. Here are some tips on how to keep up your CrossFit training while enjoying your vacation: Research local CrossFit gyms: Before you leave for your vacation, research local CrossFit gyms in the area you will be …

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Haven’t PR’d In A While? It’s Not The End Of The World

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  • April 25, 2023

CrossFit:  Haven’t PR’d In A While? It’s Not The End Of The World If you’re a CrossFit athlete who hasn’t PR’d (set a personal record) in a while, it’s important to remember that it’s not the end of the world. PRs are a great way to measure progress and motivate yourself, but they’re not the …

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Back To Basics – 3 CrossFit Movements You’re Probably Performing Incorrectly

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  • April 20, 2023

CrossFit is a high-intensity fitness program that involves a wide variety of functional movements, ranging from weightlifting to gymnastics to cardiovascular exercises. While CrossFit can be a great way to get in shape, it’s important to perform these movements correctly to avoid injury and maximize your results. Here are three CrossFit movements that you might …

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5 Bad CrossFit Habits You Need To Stop NOW To Prevent Injury

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  • April 13, 2023

CrossFit is a high-intensity workout regimen that incorporates functional movements from various disciplines such as weightlifting, gymnastics, and cardio. While CrossFit can be an effective way to improve fitness and overall health, it can also be dangerous if proper technique and safety precautions are not followed.   Here are five bad CrossFit habits you need …

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CrossFit: Why We Track Our Workouts And Why You Should Too!

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  • March 22, 2023

CrossFit is a high-intensity fitness program that incorporates a wide variety of functional movements, such as weightlifting, gymnastics, and cardio exercises. One of the key aspects of CrossFit is tracking your workouts, which involves recording and analyzing your performance data over time. Here are some reasons why tracking your workouts in CrossFit is important: Measure …

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It’s Ok If You Can’t Do A Muscle Up.. Here’s Why.

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  • March 8, 2023

Not being able to perform a muscle-up is completely normal, and it doesn’t mean that you’re not fit or strong. The muscle-up is a challenging exercise that requires a significant amount of upper body strength, coordination, and technique. It’s a goal that many fitness enthusiasts strive for, but it’s not a requirement for being fit …

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Am I HURT or am I INJURED?

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  • March 8, 2023

In CrossFit, as in any physical activity, it’s important to distinguish between being hurt and being injured. The difference lies in the severity and extent of the damage to your body. Being hurt generally refers to experiencing discomfort or pain during or after exercise, but it doesn’t necessarily indicate a serious injury. For example, feeling …

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What steps can I take to help minimize any injuries or aches & pains at CFTimp?

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  • February 28, 2023

CrossFit is a high-intensity fitness program that can help you achieve your fitness goals. However, it can also be intense and potentially lead to injury if proper precautions are not taken. Here are the steps we use daily in each class to minimize the risk of injury while working out at CrossFit Timpanogos: Warm up …

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Why is the CFTimp Post WOD accessory work important?

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  • February 21, 2023

Post-workout accessory work is important for several reasons: Injury prevention: Accessory work can help prevent injuries by targeting weak areas or imbalances in the body that may lead to injuries during exercise. By strengthening these areas, you can reduce the risk of injury and improve overall performance. Muscle development: Accessory work can help you develop …

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The CrossFit Open 2023

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  • February 16, 2023

The CrossFit Open is a three-week-long competition held annually for CrossFit athletes around the world. The Open is the first stage in the CrossFit Games, the ultimate test of fitness that determines the Fittest on Earth. While some may view the Open as just another competition, its importance goes beyond just winning or losing. In …

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