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

Learn how Progression Fitness in Rochester, MN, group exercise classes provide motivation, proper form, variety, and a sense of community, promoting emotional well-being and business success. Group Exercise Classes: Fostering a Supportive Fitness Community The Benefits of Group Exercise Classes Group exercise classes are pivotal in building a supportive fitness community by providing motivation and...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

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

“NEVER MISTAKE ACTIVITY FOR ACHIEVEMENT.” – JOHN WOODEN. There is a quote to think about this week.  In today’s hustle culture, so many of us get caught up in how much we are doing without thinking about how much progress we are making toward our goals.  Are you achieving, or are you just spinning your...Read More

HOW TO NAVIGATE THE SUMMER MONTHS TO STAY ON TRACK Summer is here —a season traditionally known for vacations and cutting loose.  By now, people’s New Year’s resolutions are distant memories, and most nutrition and fitness goals are on the cusp of falling by the wayside.  The next few weeks are critical in deciding how...Read More

Many people want to lose fat—so will weight training help them do it? Yes! Lifting weights is a great way to burn fat, but here’s something else to consider first: Many people want to lose fat so they look toned and their muscles are more visible. The look they’re going for usually requires fat loss...Read More

Progression Fitness Member Spotlight Questions: Carlota Gay What brought you to Progression Fitness in Rochester MN? I started in Progression Fitness in March 2016. It was after I finished a Triathlon in Minneapolis. I was chatting with a friend that did the race with me and said: ``I really like hard and tough workouts”. He...Read More

What brought you to Progression Fitness in Rochester MN? A good friend invited me to a friends and family day When do you usually work out? 5:30pm What is your favorite exercise movement? Cleans What is your most hated exercise movement? Ring Dips What is your clean food? Any lean meat What is your favorite...Read More