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What is our true nature?

I recently watched a documentary titled, “I AM”. It was an engaging non-fiction film by filmmaker Tom Shadyac. He is one of Hollywood’s leading comedy filmmakers, force behind “Ace Ventura,” “Liar Liar,” and “Bruce Almighty.” But in this film he … Continue reading →

The Movement Snack

During the workday we constantly break up our days with different activities: trip to the restroom, coffee break, a small snack in the lunchroom, a sip of water. Well, there is now an innovative and exciting way to break up … Continue reading →

Making Your Exercise Practical

I LOVE the word “practical.” It embodies everything I need from a movement; something that directly carries over to a real world event. The term “functional” has lost meaning and been exploited by nay-sayers, trends, and info-mercial salesman. So, let’s … Continue reading →

What Are You Feeding Your Kids?

A recent article about the “10 Worst Cereals for Kids,” by TIME Magazine, got me thinking…WHAT are we feeding our kids?!?! It’s no secret that almost over 40% of America’s population is either obese or overweight, and that Type II … Continue reading →

Warm up with some hearty stew!

Tis the season for some hearty beef stew. Try this delicious and comforting crock pot beef and sweet potato stew! Ingredients 1lb of grass fed stew beef 3 cups of sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes 2 … Continue reading →

Tis the Season…

Tis the season for alot of things. Food. Drink. Gifts. Merry-ment. Parties. What about goals? As we enter this holiday season I have given lots of thought to where I am in terms of lifestyle, what my specific goals are, … Continue reading →

“Adaptability” in Fitness

Simply put, the “ability” to “adapt” to different circumstances and conditions. Adaptability is important in fitness as it requires the human animal to maintain the capacity to react quickly to unpredictable events, weights, heights, and circumstances. An animal that only … Continue reading →

Eat Boutique…try delicious food while christmas shopping!

Check out the Eat Boutique in Boston this coming Saturday. Where? 12 Farnsworth Street, Boston. When? 11-5 Saturday December 10, 2011. What is an Eat Boutique? Well it was founded in 2007, Eat Boutique is an online magazine and market … Continue reading →

What a weekend with Dan John!

This past weekend, CrossFit Woodshed hosted a 2-day clinic featuring Dan John, Master RKC, Olympic Lifter, and Throws Coach. Dan has taught everyone from NCAA Athletes, Olympic Athletes, Pro-Sports, and Special Operations. For him to speak to a number of fitness … Continue reading →

Kale Chips…yum!

Kale…you know that big leafy green vegetable? Kale is far more nutritious than other greens. Here are a few reasons why… Anti-inflammatory- inflammation is the number one cause of chronic degenerative. Calcium-contains more calcium per calorie than milk. Iron- kale … Continue reading →