Top 6 Traits Behind Every Successful Sand & Steel Member (1)

The Top Six Traits To Be Successful at CrossFit Sand and Steel

Want to crush your fitness goals in 2025? At Sand & Steel, we’ve seen firsthand what makes people succeed—and what holds them back. This isn’t just about showing up; it’s about embracing a transformation. Based on over a decade of coaching experience, here are the top six traits you’ll need to thrive in our gym: a positive mindset, a focus on overall health, coachability, a willingness to tackle weaknesses, unwavering consistency, and setting realistic goals. Ready to unlock your full potential? Keep reading to discover how these traits can help you achieve lasting results.

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Top 11 Foods to Avoid For Weight Loss

Top 11 Foods to Avoid for Weight Loss in Alexandria VA

Weight Loss is a challenging journey.  It’s complicated by the fact that every person is different.  Their metabolisms differ, their gut bacteria is differs, their activities levels differ.  There is no single magic pill or template meal plan that works for everyone 100% of the time.  There are, however, some universal principles that apply to everyone in Alexandria VA & Springfield VA.  We are going to go over the 11 foods you should avoid when attempting to lose weight, and why you should avoid eating them.

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Top 10 Reasons Not to Join the Iron Star Games

Have you registered for the Iron Star Games Yet?  No?  Well, your coach will be asking you to register soon.  So I’ve compiled the top excuses you can use as a basis for saying no.  Hint, I’ve also explained why each reason isn’t reflective of the reality of the Iron Star Games. 🙂

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Before and After Weight Loss Transformation Photos

Welcome to our post about body transformation!  I am going to outline the 7 most important aspects to efficiently complete a weight loss transformation.  You’ll find training tips, programming tips, nutrition tips, and a complete list of all the supplements and foods I recommend. – Paul Roberts | Strength, Weight Loss and Mobility Coach

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Train More Get More

Train more, get more! Unlock free sessions, mentorship, and rewards at Sand & Steel. First 10 spots free — transform your fitness journey today!

Special Workouts

Beyond the WOD: Discover Our Specialty Programming Engineered workouts. Deeper coaching. Unmatched results. 💥 Why Our Specialty Programming Sets Us Apart At Sand & Steel, your workout deserves more than …

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Snatch and Burn

Dive into our hilariously sinister CrossFit WOD breakdown, “Snatch & Burn,” with analysis styled after Dr. DOMS himself. Warm-up, skill work, and a fiery AMRAP—reviewed with villainous charm and insider coaching tips.

New Members

You have reached our New Member page. There is a lot of great information here, so I encourage you to click the links and read it thoroughly. If you have …

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2-Pood Sand and Steel Belt

2-Pood weight lifting belt is one of the most important pieces of gear you buy for CrossFit. Lift more weight safely with less soreness.

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