The Whiteboard Brief

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John reflect on this years Open! Enjoy!

In this episode, Coach John sits down with good friend, Antony Lo, who is a physio out of Australia. Antony has worked with many clients to range from CrossFit Games athletes to his specialty, Mom's during pregnancy and postpartum. Antony's approach to movement is incredible to hear and work with, as his approach is simple and logical. He uses his experience as a high level coach, and his...

Coach John and Coach Kristin break down everything that is the open and how we run it at CrossFit Ares. Gear up and get ready for a fun 3 weeks!

In this episode, Coach John sits down with Dr. Ariel Hovland of Fixxed Studios to discuss the benefits of preventative body work and physical therapy as it relates to health and longevity! We discuss the benefits of private practice physical therapy and the different services that are provided by Fixxed that help individuals every day feel better and increase their quality of life! Ariel has an in...

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John sit down with CFA Member, Diana Benzel, who is a long time nutrition client with Coach Kristin, and has seem life changing results. From better blood work, to feeling fit, to being flexible, and overall happy every day, we dive into what it takes to be successful in nutrition so it becomes part of your life and not an obstacle.

In this episode, Coach John and Coach Kristin discuss the holiday season and winter in general. Not only how to navigate but to know that EVERYONE deals with the stresses and gloomy moods of the winter. We are all in this together!

In this episode, Coach John welcomes Coach Jason Laroque of CrossFit 5 Plus, along with Ares Coaching Intern Nick Martin, to discuss the stigma behind men's mental health in light of November. Men have a tendency to bottle up and pack it down, but in reality we are all dealing with something and coming together for each other is the way through. Enjoy!

In this episode we talk about leaving your ego at the door, self assessing your body every day, and giving yourself the workout you need to benefit a strong healthy life.

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John dive into the coaching internship process that we require for all coaching candidates and what goes into their development before they even hit the floor to be a coach at CrossFit Ares. We have a simple standard of "be world class" and we stay true to that in a very objective manner so we deliver the best experience possible in every class fo...

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John sit down with member Nick Martin, who is currently in training to become a coach and join the team. We discuss his passion for CrossFit and wanting to share that with others, and also get into the biggest topic this time of year, TIME. How do you find the time and motivation when things seem to get crazy. Enjoy!

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John dive into the most common issues we hear with staying consistent with nutrition. It does not have to be complicated. The best thing you can do is keep it simple always and push the needle forward even in the smallest amount by staying out of the weeds. Enjoy!

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John discuss the negative mindset and how prevalent and consuming it is when you are not aware of it. Take control of it with awareness and your life will change. Enjoy!

In this Episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John dive into the importance of intensity and its role in making us fitter. In the midst of RX Week, we hope we all get a better education on intensity and how to apply it to all of our workouts, even outside of RX week! This is what sets CrossFit apart from the rest, is our ability to do hard things everyday, and allow ourselves to grow everyday as a resu...

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John dive into coaching the masters athlete. Part 1 of this 2 part episode, we discuss the various types of masters athletes, things to be aware of as aging occurs, how to train, and what goals to have. All this specifically through the eyes of the coaches who guide these athletes hands on day to day towards a better life. Aging is inevitable, but it can be...

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John dive into some things they do to take care of their body through training. Preventative and proactive care is a great recipe to keeping your body feeling good for the long run and preventing injury and promoting recovery!

In this episode, Coach Kristin dives into her trip to Nashville and the different experiences she had dropping into local gyms. Dropping in can be an incredible experience while traveling, but there are a few key things to keep in mind when you do to make sure you are taken care of! Enjoy!

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John run through the quarterfinal workouts that some took part in after the open, and why they are good! On paper, the workouts seem challenging and new. However, a better understanding of how and why they were programmed will give a greater appreciation for your fitness and how to continue on that journey.

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John dive into the different levels of nutrition from Quality eating for health, to fat loss/muscle gain/and performance eating. Most of the content pushed to us in society is BS and just trying to sell the next best thing. Likewise, big food companies are loading our food with stuff to preserve food longer and make it taste better so you keep eating and bu...

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John recap the last 3 weeks of the open, which was an absolute blast, and provide some insight into the mindset of taking on challenges such as the open and how it benefits outside of the gym into real life. Don't be afraid to fail, as growth happens outside of the comfort zone. 

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John dive into the parts of coaching that members don't see on a surface level. Anybody can give a cue, but what it takes to really know your athletes and be effective not only coaching but programming week to week to keep your community moving forward is a never ending endeavor of hard work, learning, and perfecting.  Enjoy! 

In this episode, Coach Kristin and Coach John dive into the topic of mechanics and standards with the Open upon us, and why these are such an important focus year round. The sport of CrossFit was developed from the methodology, not the other way around. Hitting standards and proper mechanics is a big part of developing the health and fitness we strive for every day. Enjoy!

In this episode, Coach John and Coach Kristin dive into the successes and failures of the fitness and nutrition journey and how the failures are often more important than the successes as they are lessons to be learned and opportunities to get better!  Enjoy! 

In this episode, Coach John and Coach Kristin recap the year and talk a little bit about what is to come in 2023! 

In this episode, Coach John and Coach Kristin dive into the topic of how CrossFit truly benefits out lives in multiple ways regardless of age and career path. There are multiple areas where we see parallels and benefits that make CrossFit the best program to follow to prepare yourself for the unknown and unknowables of life. We aim to be the generalist program which allows for the greatest amount...

"The needs of an Olympic Weightlifter and your Grandmother differ by degree, not kind." This is a quote from founder Coach Greg Glassman and could not be more true. Often people see the olympic lifts as too complex for the average person to do, however, that mindset could not be anymore incorrect.  Should your mother try to snatch 250lbs? Probably not, but as we get older there are some under...