Posted by crossfitcentercity on September 17, 2012 · 29 Comments
“And the world cannot be discovered by a journey of miles, no matter how long, but only by a spiritual journey, a journey of one inch, very arduous and humbling and joyful, by which we arrive at the ground at our own feet, and learn to be at home.” -Wendell Berry ASK MEG: (For real. Ask [...]
Posted by crossfitcentercity on July 23, 2012 · 1 Comment
It’s no secret to anyone who’s hung around this spot longer than a week or so that we’re a crew that loves delicious food (perhaps because we live smack in the middle of approximately eight million amazing burger, brunch and boozin’ spots). Yes, we enjoy the Good Things in Life, but we’re also committed to [...]
Posted by crossfitcentercity on April 22, 2012 · 6 Comments
Before you address the rest, if you’re interested in seeing some physical results of past challenges, and my progress from about 2 years ago (I really should update!) check out the links below! MY PROGRESS Again, I should update! I now compete in the 58kg class for Olympic Weightlifting (when I am competing) and walk around [...]
Categories: Workout of the Day · Tags: BCCC, Bod Pod, CFCC BCCC, Chocolate, Chris Kresser, Coffee, Diane Sanfillippo, Food, Kasandrinos Imports, Mark Sisson, Mark's Daily Apple, Mass-gain, Nutrition, Nutrition Philly, Olive Oil, Paleo, Philadelphia Nutrition, Philly Eats, Primal, Recipes, Robb wolf
Recently received this question in my inbox and thought the answers I gave might be helpful for most of you to see! Of course, there’s always a LOT to say when someone asks a question about anything training or nutrition-related – but I do find that paralysis by analysis helps no one – simplify your [...]
Categories: Workout of the Day · Tags: Ask Erin, Body Change Composition Challenge, CFCC BCCC, Elements, Health-Bent, Mark's Daily Apple, Member Profiles, Newbies, Nutrition, Paleo, Primal, Recipes, Robb wolf
ELEMENTS: None. SPECIALIZED SESSIONS: Advanced Oly 3-5pm and 5-7pm. GAMES for the WEEKEND: Friday at 4pm (hopefully before your St. Patty’s Day madness), Saturday at 12pm, Sunday at 10am (this session has been moved up a little earlier – if a later day session is needed please contact me directly at erin@crossfitcc.com) Irish Soda Bread, [...]
Categories: Workout of the Day · Tags: cfcc, CrossFit, Do good things, Dogs, Elana's Pantry, Games, Gluten Free, Irish Soda Bread, Max Deadlift, Pets, Recipes, Sumo Deadlift, WOD 12.4
Here’s what you need to know about how CFCC is helping YOU to move into 2012 at your best: This Wednesday (that’s right, today) there’s a Nutrition Seminar happening INSTEAD of classes at 630pm. Why are we doing this INSTEAD of classes? Because what you eat affects your mood, your body composition (whether you want [...]
Categories: Workout of the Day · Tags: CFCC BCCC, Cooking, Food, Member Perks, Nutrition, Nutrition Seminar, Paleo, Primal, Recipes, Seminars, Testimonials
Posted by crossfitcentercity on November 22, 2011 · 2 Comments
There will be no CrossFit Endurance this Wednesday and no 730pm hour. Have you seen Ramsey’s pictures of Battle of the Bands yet? Prolly cause you’re not liking us on Facebook. LAME. SO LAME. More Thanksgiving recipe ideas – this time from Balanced Bites! Sometimes strong is REALLY strong… [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcbWtZQH318] SELF-MYOFASCIAL RELEASE: As needed, until [...]
Categories: Workout of the Day · Tags: Balanced Bites, CrossFit, CrossFit Philadelphia, CrossFit Philly, Holiday, Log Press, Pictures, Prowler, Recipes, Stones, Strongman, Thanksgiving, Things that remind of Rocky IV, USA vs. Russia
Posted by crossfitcentercity on November 7, 2011 · 1 Comment
For men, L-pull-ups are required in order to take the advanced class… for EVERYONE a one-armed handstand is required. Come in today to get better tomorrow – and clear your schedule for the advanced class this Sunday at 12-2pm if you know you already pass all the requirements. Looking to kick yourself into gear going [...]
Posted by crossfitcentercity on November 5, 2011 · Leave a Comment
In honor of our guests last night (Thanks again for visiting, Bill and Hayley!) and because pumpkin and pancakes definitely go together. Most things in nature are at their fullest when they move with others: have you check out Advanced Classes yet? Inspiration is a daily activity, CFCC – why not schedule it? The list’s [...]
Categories: Workout of the Day · Tags: Advanced Classes, Bar Facing Burpee, Beginners, Competition, CrossFit Endurance, Erg, Murmuration, On Ramp, Paleo, Primal Palate, Pumpkin Pancakes, Recipes, Starlings, Team Workouts, Video
Posted by crossfitcentercity on October 30, 2011 · 6 Comments
Fall Ball is this Friday at 6pm – and we’ve got a special treat in store for those of you who are familiar with Primal Palate; Hayley and Bill will be here for Fall Ball to sign copies of their new book (and will have some on hand to sell as well). Let’s be sure [...]
Categories: Workout of the Day · Tags: Benchmark, Book Signing, Clean and Jerk, CrossFit, Grace, Ground to Overhead, Make it Paleo, Olympic Lifting, Paleo, Philadelphia, Philly, Primal Palate, Recipes