Your Macros aren’t the Problem
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
2y ago
Food is a personal and sometimes touchy subject for many of us. When we talk about having a healthy relationship with food, it may sound silly, but it’s actually a major part of determining how successful or unsuccessful you are with your nutrition and lifestyle. Right now there are copious amounts of “Nutritional Methods” out there for you to pick and choose from. From the Ketogenic Diet, to “Flexible Dieting”, to IIFYM (If It Fits Your Macro’s), Whole-30, Paleo, and even Blood-Type Diets… You get the point. There are a LOT of methods to choose from. Tracking Macros – The Good: Tracking Mac ..read more
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Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
3y ago
Don’t sweat the small stuff ⠀ It’s easy to get caught up in the details. Many people may initially find it comforting to delve into the minutiae of exercise and nutrition as a means to gain “control” of their situation. ⠀ But that can be a losing battle for many. ⠀ People often find that the more they attempt to control and obsess over the smaller details of their fitness & nutrition, the more difficult it is for them to remain consistent, and maintain their results long-term. ❓So what’s the solution❓ ????? ?? ??? ?????? ??????? ⠀ If you are just starting out, and have more “general” goals ..read more
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What are you Carrying?
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
3y ago
What are you carrying?⠀ Daily life comes with many challenges and stressors. From crazy schedules and work-related stress to crazy traffic and family obligations. There are many sources of stress that can get thrown your way on a daily basis. Over time these stressors can impact you in many ways. Some obvious, others, more subliminal. This is why it’s important to be an advocate for yourself and to put time and energy into forms of self-care. When we consistently engage in a fitness routine, we are exposed to many fun, but challenging things. Ironically enough, actually carrying heavy things c ..read more
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Take that Leap
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
3y ago
In fitness, the hardest part for most people is getting started. Working up the courage to show up, and try something new can be daunting, and intimidating. ❓ “Am I ready for this?” ❓ “Am I in good enough shape to do this?” ❓ “Will I embarrass myself?” The truth is… ? You don’t have to be “ready” to get started ? You don’t need to be in “good enough shape” to do it ? You will not embarrass yourself Why? Because we’ve been in your shoes before. We’ve all been that “new person”. That’s what makes us different. You will never be judged for where you start. You will be supported where you are. You ..read more
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Member Spotlight – Jeffrey Everett
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
3y ago
Many of you know Jeff, what you might not know is that he has been a major driving force behind our branding and identity here at Shady Grove Strength. We are incredibly fortunate to have such an awesome, caring and epically talented individual among us. What does he do? Jeffrey Everett is a designer and illustrator who works as a senior designer at The National Institutes of Health and runs his own design studio Rockets are Red. His work has been shown in award competitions, hung in galleries around the world, stapled on dingy club walls, and tattooed on to misguided souls. He is the recipie ..read more
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What’s in a name?
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
3y ago
The past few months have been full of changes for us all. We’ve all been tested in ways that many of us never have before. Through these challenges we’ve faced we learned a lot about ourselves, and what we stand for. Our aim has always been to provide a fun and inviting place for people of all walks of life and backgrounds. A sort of, “adult recess” where people can come together and work hard to better themselves, and support the efforts of those around them. For us, this is the most important aspect of running our gym. It needs to be fun, enjoyable, and effective. When we made the decision t ..read more
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“More” is not better. Better is better.
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
4y ago
We’ve all seen it. Most of us have done it many times. You’re near the end of your workout, the clock is ticking away, and you’re out of breath. Your legs are jelly, you’re exhausted. You CAN’T. GET. ENOUGH. AIR. Finally, it’s over, and you’re done! Now you’re laid-out on the floor, gasping for air like a fish out of water. Another “tough workout”, right? Here’s the thing, if you find yourself in that position every single time you finish a workout or conditioning piece, you’re missing the forest for the trees. What if I told you that you could get more out of your workouts without killing you ..read more
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Learning through Movement
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
4y ago
No matter what class you attend here at Shady Grove Strength, you can be sure that the Coaches will be keeping a watchful eye on you to ensure that you are moving well. Exercise and more specifically, Resistance Training, is especially good for the body and mind. In order for us to reap the full benefits of these movements, we need to learn the proper technique. Why is it so important to have a Coach observing you and making adjustments and providing solutions? For the most part, you can tell if something hurts or is bothering you when you’re exercising, right? What you may not be considering ..read more
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Learning to Enjoy the Process
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
4y ago
In the world of fitness we talk a lot about goals. What do you want? What things do you want to achieve? What often times gets overlooked is the importance of appreciating the work that is required to make those goals a reality. Do professional athletes only play sports because they love to win? Do Chefs cook only because they love to eat? Does a musician play their instrument only because they want to perform in front of a crowd? For some, the answer might actually be “Yes”, but for most, that’s not what keeps them going. Motivation will only take you so far. The problem with motivation is th ..read more
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It’s Okay If You’re Not Ready To Do An Overhaul: Little Things Make a BIG Difference
CrossFit Shady Grove
by Justin McCary
4y ago
By Coach Sky I hear from clients and friends alike that they just aren’t ready to commit to a diet or changing their lifestyle too much right now. There’s a pandemic happening; We’ve got a very serious fight for justice going on right now, and that’s on top of all of the things we are dealing with in our personal lives. On top of all of that, maybe you’re working from home, and you hate it. Maybe you stopped working out because your gym closed and you just don’t have the motivation to workout alone.  I’m here to tell you this: it’s okay that you’re not ready. How can I say this with conf ..read more
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