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Intra-Workout Supplements for CrossFit Athletes: Maximizing Performance in Northern Virginia

CrossFit, Guest Post, Nutrition by Paul Roberts

Running a CrossFit gym in Alexandria has taught me something important: nutrition timing can dramatically impact athletic performance. While most athletes focus heavily on pre and post-workout meals, there’s a …

Strength Training

Featured, Guest Post, Personal Training by Paul Roberts

5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Strength Training Sessions Strength training is one of the most effective ways to improve health, performance, and resilience—whether you are a casual …

Personal Training Techniques for Grip Training | Alexandria VA

Guest Post by Paul Roberts

By Luca Fumagalli There’s one detail most fitness enthusiasts ignore until it betrays them at the worst possible moment during their personal training sessions. You can have massive lats, steel …

Why Lifting Less Could Be the Key to Fixing Your Shoulder Pain

Guest Post by Paul Roberts

Shoulder pain doesn’t have to sideline your training. In fact, it might be the perfect signal to shift your strategy. This article explores how lifting less—when done intelligently—can reduce shoulder strain, promote recovery, and ultimately make you stronger. Learn to recognize the warning signs of overtraining, understand the science behind deloading, and apply practical tips to stay active without aggravating your joints. It’s not about quitting—it’s about training smarter, not harder.

The Power of At-Home Calisthenics: Enhancing Mental and Physical Wellness

Guest Post by Amine Rahal

In the pursuit of a healthy and fulfilling life, it’s crucial to prioritize both our mental and physical well-being. Given that physical exercise is strongly correlated (-0.86) with the prevention …

Fitness Tracker Comparison

Guest Post by Sonal Mehta

Fitness Tracker Comparison. Fitness Trackers can track how much food you are eating, how many steps you take, and give an approximation of how many calories you burn. In this article we compare 6 of the best fitness trackers on the market.

MEASURE Progress with a 3D Body Scan!

Guest Post by Paul Roberts

Body Shape Scan Event. Body Evidence Scans will be visiting Sand & Steel on September 12, 2018 to do a Styku Body Scan. Scans are $60 for one or $75 for two.

A Quick Guide on Understanding Healthy Fats

Guest Post, Nutrition by Mar Lichoa

Healthy Fats vs Unhealthy Fats. Guest Poster Mar and Paul breakdown what’s healthy, and what’s not.

Yoga Adjustment to Improve your Health

Guest Post, Yoga by Mar Lichoa

Practicing yoga is a deeply intimate, personal experience, which is why many people choose to start a home practice. This is where you get to be one with your body. It’s a place to move into the breath and release tension in the muscles that so easily gather throughout your days. To really let go, though, you need a little help from someone else; you need a yoga adjustment.

5 Essential Electrolytes for Performance

Electrolytes to Improve Performance

Guest Post, Nutrition by Paul Roberts

Suggested dosing on the five key electrolytes to improve recovery and performance under intense exercise.

Reiki (Ray-Kee) What Is It?

Guest Post by Paul Roberts

A beginner’s guide to understanding Reiki. Pricing, Your First Session, and How it Works.

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