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How to Stay Consistent with Fitness When Life is Busy
If you’ve ever promised yourself “This is the week I’m getting back on track”—only for work deadlines, kids’ activities, or family plans to throw a wrench in your workout schedule—you’re not alone. For most of us, life isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Between balancing a career, raising kids, and keeping up with endless household to-do lists,…
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What Is the Best “Diet?”
If you’ve ever Googled “What’s the best diet to lose weight?” — you’re not alone. From keto to intermittent fasting, Whole30 to paleo, it seems like everyone has an opinion and a success story to go with it. But here’s the truth:There is no one “best” diet.There’s only what works best for you. We see it…
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The 5 Most Effective No-Equipment Exercises
You don’t always need a gym full of machines or fancy equipment to get stronger, lose body fat, or feel more energized. Some of the most effective exercises out there can be done anywhere—your living room, your backyard, a hotel room, or at a park. Whether you’re short on time, traveling, or just don’t feel…
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How to Reset Your Routine Without Starting Over
Summer is a busy time of year—vacations, kids out of school, weekend events, and the general disruption of routine. It’s easy to feel like your fitness goals have slipped through the cracks. If that sounds familiar, first: you’re not alone. Many people feel like they’ve “fallen off” their plan during the summer months. But here’s…
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How to Start at a New Gym in 3 Easy Steps (Without Feeling Nervous or Overwhelmed)
Let’s be real—starting at a new gym can feel intimidating. It’s common to worry about not being “fit enough,” not knowing what to do, or wondering if you’ll be the slowest in the class. For busy adults juggling work, family, and a mile-long to-do list, just walking in the door can feel like a workout…
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What to Do When Motivation Drops
Let’s be honest: even the most committed people lose motivation sometimes. You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re human. Between work, family, stress, and everything else life throws at you, it’s completely normal to feel like your drive to eat healthy or work out has disappeared. But here’s the truth we share with our members…
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Bring a Friend Day – July 14 at CrossFit Alabaster!
What if one hour could be the spark someone needs to start feeling better, moving more, and finally making time for their health? That’s exactly what we’re offering on Monday, July 14—when we are hosting Bring A Friend Day! Whether you’ve been a member for years or you’re just a little curious about what we do, this…
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Quick Workouts That Still Get Results (Yes, It’s Possible)
If you’ve ever skipped a workout because you “didn’t have time,” this one’s for you. Here’s the truth: You don’t need an hour a day to see results.You don’t need two-a-days, extreme sweat sessions, or to “go all out” every time. You just need a smart plan, focused effort, and consistency—even in small doses. At CrossFit Alabaster, we help busy…
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250 Workouts Later: What Brie has found at CrossFit Alabaster
When she first moved to the area, finding a new gym wasn’t just about fitness — it was about finding a place to belong. “I gave CFA one week,” she recalls. “I was nervous, and I honestly thought I’d try it and maybe keep looking. But from day one, I was met with warmth and…
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Stop the All-or-Nothing Thinking: How Progress Really Works
Let’s clear something up right now:You don’t have to be perfect to get results. At our gym, we work with busy adults every day who want to lose weight, get stronger, and feel better. One of the biggest roadblocks we see? The belief that if they can’t do everything just right, it’s not worth doing at…