Small Fixes; Big Changes

Small Fixes; Big Changes

I just got sat down to read the CrossFit level 1 manual. This should be required reading every day, in my opinion, for all coaches. As I was reading this manual it struck me with the ways I need to apply the teachings to my everyday life.

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Understanding The Maximal Effort System

Understanding The Maximal Effort System

“Losers have goals, winners have systems”. Probably one of the best quotes I’ve read lately. This quote says everything that I believe separates DCL from other gyms. Because all programming is done in house we can tailor our system to our athletes. Not every athlete is capable

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Gymnastics; Master the Basics

Gymnastics; Master the Basics

When we do On Ramp’s or foundational classes for DCL we go over the 9 foundational movements of CrossFit. These movements are the core of our program upon which all other movements are built. Another thing we talk about during our class is the CrossFit Fitness Pyramid.

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Athlete Of The Month: April

Athlete Of The Month: April

April athlete of the month is Lauren Raby! We’re so happy to have you as part of our family and love watching you progress over such a short period of time. ❤️ Hey, I’m Lauren. I am active duty and got stationed here last summer. I’m one of

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Be Obsessive!

Be Obsessive!

So this is one of those controversial blog posts. At first glance, many will disagree with my title but hear me out and if you disagree, that’s fine. We each have that right. I am a firm believer is being obsessive over your passions. You shouldn’t let

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EMOM Mentality

EMOM Mentality

    One thing I have been very focused on lately is mental training.  This is a subject that means different things to different people but one thing I know for certain is that the most successful people of all time all had a strong sense of

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Athlete of the Month: February

Summer Baker I’m Summer! I’m a wife and mama of 2. We are an army family and have been here almost a year! I’m also a substance abuse therapist in town. I started CrossFit in July last year. I was a long distance competitive runner all through high

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