Come to the *FREE seminar Saturday, September 20th following the 8:30 class to learn how to quit sabotaging your beauty sleep. Sleep deprivation can cause a number of body systems to become out of balance, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Learn strategies for living a healthier life and more gaining more satisfying sleep using actionable […]
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Recently you may have noticed a bag of sea salt hanging around the watering station at the gym… I’ve heard a few people ask why, so I thought I’d put up a quick post with the answer! I hope you find it interesting AND helpful. Obviously we don’t live in the in the middle of the polar […]
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…had an ankle sprain? Did you know that re-injury after an ankle sprain is as high as 80% ? As some of you may know I’m working on my Master’s in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. It is very interesting how much I’m learning in classes and what all can be translated into supporting our members […]
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Stress Part 1 talked about what stress looks like in the body and the different kind of stressors. Be sure to check that out especially if you like the science of why. When your body is stressed or when we are in a stressful situation there are a number of things we can do to […]
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Stress is good and bad, it is a necessary part of our lives, another way to say this is, “some is good, but more is NOT better.” Some people do well with moderate amounts of stress while other people cannot handle even the smallest amounts of it. “Stress is the top reason behind most visits […]
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HAPPINESS! Barbara Fredriskson, Ph.D. researched two different kinds of happiness. Hedonia which is categorized as an “in the moment” kind of happiness, like when we get new gear for the gym, see a funny movie, or get a present from someone. Eudaimonic well-being is the feeling or sense of higher purpose, being of service to […]
CONTINUE READING‘Tis the season to be healthy! Hey CrossFit West Houston, it’s me, Steph your Nutrition and Wellness Coach at CFWH here! Well, Halloween wrapped up a little bit ago and if you’re like most Americans you had your fair share of Halloween tricks and treats. Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away followed by Christmas—both […]
CONTINUE READINGCrossFit West Houston is proud to announce Stephanie Jamison as the newest member of the CrossFit West Houston Team. Stephanie is our new Nutrition and Wellness Coach. She will be putting on seminars, writing our nutrition blog and is available for providing nutrition guidance services. Nutrition and Wellness Coaching Services and Fees Here is Stephanie’s […]
CONTINUE READINGSummer time makes CrossFit in Houston a challenge. Proper hydration is always important but especially important during June, July and August. Some studies have shown that most humans are chronically dehydrated. Exercising in the heat causes excessive fluid loss. This combination can be an incredibly dangerous situation. And we are CrossFitters so that adds the […]
CONTINUE READINGHey everyone, here’s another one “pot” meal! This recipe was a product of using up things in my refrigerator (and flourishing herb planter!) – but lately, I’ve been trying to keep things light, citrus-y/herb-y and fresh to take full advantage of the spring, even though it seems like the Houston weather is a little confused. […]
CONTINUE READINGThis is a favorite recipe – easy to make ahead in preparation for the week or a party! Coming from a family that isn’t a big fan of pork, this dish was an easy sell! This is a common recipe for pork carnitas, and I found Kitchen Escapades to be a great reference! Ingredients: 3-4 […]
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Life comes down to choices and habits. For the most part you can take a look at a how a person spends their time to see what is important to them. In health and fitness, you can see it in how people prioritize their daily habits. If someone wants to have a lean appearance, you […]
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Nutrition is a confusing topic, as mainstream media puts out constant conflicting information. That’s ok, we’re going to sort through some common traps. In this recent CrossFit West Houston Nutrition Series, we have covered a lot of ground, what nutrition is macronutrients, micronutrients, fixing a bad diet and intrinsic motivation. There are a lot of […]
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A good nutrition program should seek to change body composition change (looking better naked), improve performance (crushing goals, weights, WODs) and achieve long term health (not being sick). This covers all the bases; you will look good, feel good and perform well. Sounds easy… So how come it isn’t so easy? We all bring baggage […]
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