09 Aug

Chasing Performance

As I left Flagstaff this afternoon I realized a few things. One we all need change, it defines us, makes us grow and sometimes work harder than we ever have before. Two, sometimes we need to step back before we can move forward. The 65 degree weather was amazing and definitely was a change and the CrossFit Movement/Mobility/Maintenance certification had me stepping back from 3.2.1. GO and moving forward with examining human movement. More importantly your’s. The students at CrossFit Scottsdale. Questions we all need to ask ourselves. At what point is your body failing you? When will Jeff Zuhl’s knee stop firing on a box jump? How long can Tia run for before her back starts to hurt and why can Sean not fully extend his arms over his head? But first we have to find out where the culpuret lies and I’ll give you a hint it’s not the knee, back or shoulders. We need to sytamatically fix these issues ourselves layoff the I.B Profin and change the face of Physical Therapy starting with you. In order to Maxamize Optimum Performance your training, nutrition and hydration must be at the highest levels.

Of the 10x General Physical Skills Flexibility is the only one that will effect strength, power, endurance, balance, endurance , accuracy, coordination, speed and agility. So why do we struggle with this area so much? Because it’s not Sexy. Touching your toes for time is not on the leader board and Jon Kaufman does not hold the record for happy baby pose. However when he learns to retrain his body by stepping back stretching 5x minutes a day, using the foam roller before and after every class and working the issue from all angles he will be able to overhead squat his bodyweight 10x. We all will P.R everything and do it pain free. It’s not going to be easy, it’s going to hurt and you’re not going to like it, but it will work. We will be teaching all week long on your new self defense plan. “Every class this week will start with 10x minutes of foam rolling and dynamic stretching”.

CrossFit Flagstaff

Coach Luke Kayyem and Coach Kelly Starrett

Upcoming Events

Food as Fuel

09/02/2012 7:30 PM
So you’ve starting CrossFit, or maybe you are still thinking about it…but did you know that your workout is only half of what you need to achieve that healthy lifestyle? What we fuel our body with is so important when it comes to making our workouts actually work for us. Do you feel lost when it comes to knowing what you really need to put on your plate and in your body to reach your health and fitness goals? Come to CrossFit Scottsdale on Thursday February 9th at 7:30pm and listen to coach and nutritionist Tiffany Divelbiss explain the ins and outs of healthy eating. She will be covering the basics of the Paleo lifestyle, the importance of fish oil and will be able to answer any of your questions.

This is a FREE class for the students of CrossFit Scottsdale and $25 for non-CrossFit Scottsdale students. Click here to register today!
FREE Intro Class

11/02/2012 - 12/02/2012 11:00 AM
Every second Saturday of the month at 11am, CrossFit Scottsdale will be offering a FREE CLASS to anyone who is interested in trying out CrossFit for the first time. This is a great opportunity to come check out one of the most elite CrossFit gyms in the Valley, meet the coaches and get an awesome workout! It’s time to stop making excuses for your health and come visit CrossFit Scottsdale to start heading in the right direction! To register,CLICK HERE or call the gym at 480.922.3253 or email us at info@CrossFitScottsdale.com.
Sweat with Your Sweetie

14/02/2012 12:00 AM
Love is in the air at CrossFit Scottsdale this Valentine’s Day, so we want you to bring your significant other to the gym for a partner WOD! All day on February 14th, class are FREE for your significant other. It’s a time of fun and competition…because the couple the sweats together, stays together.
Level 2 "Orange Band" Test

16/02/2012 6:00 PM
Come test your fitness skills at the Level II Test on February 16th at 6pm. This test is for students who have earned their Level 1 White Band and are ready to take it to the next level. For information on the Level II Test, check out your success journal and start preparing yourself. If you have your Orange Band or you are not quite ready, come to CrossFit Scottsdale anyway and cheer on your fellow CrossFitters.
Fundamentals Seminar

18/02/2012 12:00 PM
The CrossFit Scottsdale “Fundamentals Seminar ” will consist of the 9x foundational movement’s. Squat/Front Squat/Overhead Squat. Shoulder Press/Push Press/Push Jerk. Dead lift/Sumo DHP/Medicine Ball Clean. Each of these movements are an integral part of your CrossFit training as stand alone exercises as well as parts of more complex movements such as the clean and jerk, thruster, and snatch. Mastering these 9 will improve your technique on all other movements, flexibility, power and intensity making sure you get the most out of each WOD. Cost for the 3 hour seminar is $45. Space is limited. Sign up at the gym or online by clicking here.
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