Murph is coming! Read the post and prepare for the biggest workout of the year in Rochester, MN. As a Progressionite, you love to hate Murph. It is one of the longest Hero WODs and arguably the hardest. If you have never participated in our Murph event, plan for it this year. May 27th is...Read More
Maintaining Consistency in a Fitness Journey: This article emphasizes the importance of consistency in fitness journeys and provides strategies such as setting realistic goals, tracking progress, finding social support, and leveraging technology to maintain consistency and achieve long-term success. Importance of Consistency in Fitness Journeys Consistency is paramount in achieving fitness goals and maintaining overall...Read More
Hey all! Josh here! Sticking to a new health and fitness routine can be challenging, but research and best practices offer valuable strategies to help maintain consistency and motivation. Here are some key insights based on the latest research: Set Realistic Goals: Start with achievable, specific goals. Overly ambitious goals can lead to disappointment and...Read More
Recent research on increasing health span reveals three key things to focus on if you want to extend your time on this planet and your ability to do the good stuff. For the masses, exercise remains a calorie-burning-focused activity. They do it to ensure they stay “fit,” or they do it to attempt to lose...Read More
While some may believe that running and weightlifting are incompatible, we know that the opposite is true — CrossFit can make you a better runner. First, let’s get one thing straight: CrossFit is not just for people who want to lift heavy weights and grunt a lot; it’s a functional training method that can benefit...Read More
MORE FOOD MIGHT BE THE ANSWER If you have ever tried to lose weight in the past, you probably did so by trying to eat less. You may have cut out some of your favorite foods or avoided entire food groups for some time. Maybe you’ve tried a paleo challenge or Whole30? Perhaps you’ve tried...Read More
People often ask if they can do CrossFit if they’re overweight. The answer: Yes! Anyone can do Group Classes at Progression Fitness. Our coaches are experienced professionals. They are not cheerleaders. Our coaches use Progression principles to create the perfect workout for you. Each session will challenge you at the right level and move you...Read More
Rabbits and Community The Community word is thrown around a lot at gyms. It used to be a marketing tool. “Come check out our gym; the community is great!” No one ever came to our gym because of the community. It is hard to believe, but people don’t care about the community when looking for...Read More
Ever wondered how to get stronger legs? We’ve got the answer. In the fitness world, the focus often used to be placed on the upper body: pecs, delts, biceps, triceps, lats. In fact, people used to make jokes about “skipping leg day to do bench press.” But that’s a mistake. Leg strength is incredibly important...Read More
Here’s a common gym question: What’s the best time of the day to train? The short answer: It’s always a good time to work out. Most people don’t work out at all, so it’s better to train at any time than to skip a workout because the time isn’t “perfect.” These days, people are incredibly...Read More
