Paul Roberts

I was born an “average” athlete … always have been all my life. Good, but never the best. But I am an amazing academic student. Through studying CrossFit and training with some of world’s premier coaches, I learned how to coach and train CrossFit safely. Through CrossFit, I have been able to progress my own fitness far beyond what most people think is possible. Far beyond my own expectations. I am in the best shape of my life at 43 and I owe much of that success to correctly training in the CrossFit methodology. And to my friends and coaches in the Sand & Steel Community. My certifications and degrees include: BioMedical Engineering - Johns Hopkins University. Juris Doctorate - Rutgers, CrossFit Level 3, CrossFit Powerlifting, CrossFit Gymnastics Coach, Yoga Teacher, Catalyst Athletics Oly Coach, M|WOD Mobility Specialist, certified RR running coach, FRC and Kinstretch Instructor. I've trained over 3000 members and more than 200 personal trainers over my 10 years coaching. CrossFit brings me such joy and vitality to my life. I teach so I can share this knowledge and experience with others. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Welcome to Sand & Steel!  -Coach Paul View my Bio | Email me  | Newsletter
Kinstretch Class Flows for Beyond Stretch

Kinstretch Class Flows in Beyond Stretch

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In the Beyond Stretch Private Mobility Sessions and Classes, we use methodology from FRC / Kinstretch, and Mobility WOD / Ready State to improve flexibility, strengthen end-range of motion, and build resistance to injury. But what does a Beyond Stretch “Flow” look like? Below, we’ve provided many example Beyond Stretch Flows based on Functional Range Conditioning and Kinstretch methodology.

Top 11 Foods to Avoid For Weight Loss

Top 11 Foods to Avoid for Weight Loss in Alexandria VA

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Weight Loss is a challenging journey.  It’s complicated by the fact that every person is different.  Their metabolisms differ, their gut bacteria 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.  This 3000-word article break sdown the exceptions and explains the reasons why these 11 foods should be avoided.

Short on time?  Please find our 57-second video below that summarizes this whole article. 

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About Us

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New Member Overview: Thinking about Joining Sand & Steel Fitness? Learn more about our CrossFit classes, personal training, and community events.

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Yoga Classes Alexandria VA Alignment 88 Base Pose Class

Yoga Alexandria Alignment 88 Class

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Master the 88 base poses of yoga. Each base pose in yoga has 10-20 variations. We systematically find the best variation for you during the alignment yoga class. Each class features 15 unique poses that teach and modify for you. Once you know your variation of each pose, we flow the poses together into an individual crafted yoga vinyasa. Alignment 88 is uniquely designed to be challenging even for certified yoga teachers, while still being approachable to the absolute beginner.

Hip Thrust with Loop Band

Loops Bands by Kettlebell Kings

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Loops bands or hips loops are used for conditioning and strengthening the hips and thighs.  Compared to their rubber counterparts, aka, the mini-band, loop bands are heavier weight and more durable.  Loops bands are also easier to put on than mini-bands.  Alternatively, mini-bands are less expensive and better for lower resistance exercises.  If you are serious about glute training, both should be in your training toolbox.

Mobility Training

Mobility vs Flexibility vs Yoga vs Stretching

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Exercise is essential for good health, but I am assuming you already know that.  But did you know Mobility Training is just as essential?  Do you even know what Mobility Training is and how it differs from concepts like flexibility, yoga, and stretching?  That’s what this article is all about.  Because without sufficient mobility, you cannot be all that you wish to be.  This applies whether your chosen craft is golf, strength training, CrossFit, or endurance running.  You are not as efficient as a runner, you are more likely to get injured as a golfer, you are slower in CrossFit than you ought to be, and as a powerlifter, your recovery times are slower.  Mobility is critical for all sports and physical activities.  Period.

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Exercise Optimization in Personal Training

Exercise Optimization

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Exercise Optimization of: Accessories vs Conditioning vs Correctives vs Warmups vs Cooldowns. Exercise Optimization is key to designing effective personal training & CrossFit workouts. Exercise Optimization is the specific selection of which exercise should be done, at what time, and in which sequence.

CrossFit Workout Planning and Scaling

CrossFit Workout Planning

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Much of the success of a CrossFit Class Workout comes down to planning & scaling your workout carefully. For members, this means arriving before class begins and reviewing your workout ahead of time. For coaches, it’s planning your workout and writing scaling. On April 30, we bench test the model. On April 30, we take on the Benchmark Workout Mary.

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Jackie on CrossFit Classes

CrossFit Class – New Member Review

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We wanted to take just a minute to thank Jackie for her detailed and heart-felt review of our CrossFit Classes. Client service is at the heart of our business, and we are grateful for all the members who have written such nice reviews lately.

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