Varied Not Random

- How do you know when it is time to quit or take a break from CrossFit?- Pat & Adrian answer this question from someone who describes themselves as burned out, jaded & injured.

- The path to achieving your goals can have its ups and downs.- Pat & Adrian discuss the most common reasons people fail to obtain their fitness goals.

- Pat & Adrian respond to a question from the community.- Charlie started CrossFit at 43 years old, he is currently 46.- Charlie’s friend, who has a degree in kinesiology, advised him not to perform a 1RM deadlift at his age due to the risk of injury outweighing the potential benefit. - Pat & Adrian give their opinion on this topic.

- Pat & Adrian answer questions from members of the community.- Can every workout really be modified to meet every client’s needs?- What can athletes expect from a General Physical Preparedness program?- How can someone incorporate skill work into a busy week?

- Pat & Adrian discuss “Odd Objects”.- They cover what they are & how to use them in your training.

- Pat & Adrian respond to a comment from an athlete who started CrossFit later in life.- This athlete does not do many of the “complex” movements often found in CrossFit such as muscle-ups, handstand walking, etc.- Pat & Adrian explain how you can modify CrossFit as needed to fit your unique situation.- Excluding certain movements does not mean you won’t be able to find an effective alternative that fits your personal fitness journey. 

- Pat & Adrian respond to a question from a 50 year old athlete looking to regain overhead strength & stability after surgery for a torn rotator cuff & biceps tendon.- Proper mindset for recovering from an injury is discussed.- Adrian explains his guiding principles of “strict & slow” as well as “fresh before fatigued.”- Pat presents a list of movements that worked well for him after injuring his shoulder in a motorcycle wreck.

- Pat & Adrian respond to a question from the community about sprinting.- Is there a certain age when athletes should stop sprinting?- What are the benefits of sprinting?- Warming up to help avoid pulled hamstrings is discussed.- Modifications & substitutions for foot sprints are given.

- Pat & Adrian respond to a question from the community. - Jessica is an affiliate owner in her 40’s. She’s been doing CrossFit for about 10 years & these days PR’s are very rare.- Pat & Adrian each discuss why this may be happening & offer tips, guidance & perspective to help Jessica get back on track.

- Pat & Adrian respond to a question from the community, “Which movements are “under-coached?”.- Pat & Adrian each discuss the movements they feel often do not get the coaching attention they deserve.