Coaching the “It’s Been A While” Client
Written by TJ O’Brien
“I’m getting back into the swing of things, but it’s been a while…”
If a client tells you this, pay very close attention. Because … Read More
Tips for Coaches: Splitting Your Class into Groups
Written by TJ O’Brien
As a coach, the seemingly simple act of splitting your group into two can sometimes turn into a bit of an awkward social … Read More
Using Music to Your Advantage While Coaching
Written by TJ O’Brien
If you are a CrossFit coach, you work in a very loud place. It’s not every job in which you have to project over … Read More
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5 Principles to Follow When Returning to Training After Significant Time Off
Written by Kirsten Ahrendt
True story – I took a 4-week training hiatus.
I exercised Zero. Zilch.
I have no regrets. Zero. Zilch.… Read More
The Art of Being an Adaptable Coach
Written by Nichole Kribs
Everyone appreciates an adaptable person; someone who isn’t stuck in their way and who can easily adjust to changing circumstances. This is a quality … Read More
Excellent Coaches Make Decisions that Pull ‘Double Duty’
Written by Kirsten Ahrendt
The best coaches make things look effortless – their classes somehow accomplish learning and training simultaneously, balance structure with elements of freedom and … Read More
3 Tips for Coaches from an Invictus Master Coach
Written by Kirsten Ahrendt
#1 – “Don’t do all the coaching in the warm-up.”
This is a piece of advice that I heard in my first … Read More
Coaches: Are you Under Preparing or Overcoaching?
Written by Kirsten Ahrendt
Have you ever coached a class and felt ineffective, or as though you could’ve done better? These feelings can be influenced by MANY factors, … Read More
Pregnancy Training: Coning & Doming
Written by Kirsten Ahrendt
Recently we had a member who is 32 weeks prego, have coning occurring during our pull-up negatives (Which she was incredibly still able to do! Bosslady!) … Read More
Modifying for an Athlete with a History of Low Back Issues
Written by TJ O’Brien
Do you cringe when deadlifts or kettlebell swings show up in the workout? Do bent-over rows leave you feeling like … Read More
3 Points of Performance for Hinging Movements
Written by Kirsten Ahrendt
Here’s a quick review of some of the finer points of hinging. This is stuff that you’ve probably heard coaches say before, but it … Read More
Be a Fitness Sponge
Written by Kirsten Ahrendt
If you are an athlete or coach that’s been in the health and fitness game for a while, you need to start asking yourself this about ANYTHING … Read More
Burpee Penalty? No Thanks.
Written by Libby Landry
It’s 5:30pm, I bring everyone into the whiteboard to denote the beginning of class. I greet today’s participants, ask how their day is going, how they feel … Read More