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Muscle vs. Fat: What You Need to Know to ‘Tone’ Your Body
Let’s talk about one of the most common goals we hear:“I just want to tone up.” If that’s your goal, you’re definitely not alone. But what most people don’t realize is this: “toning” isn’t really a thing. At least not in the way it’s often described.Here’s the truth: You don’t tone a muscle—you build it. And if you…
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25% Through the Year—Time to Get Back on Track!
We’re already a quarter of the way through the year—how are your health and fitness goals going? If you started off strong but lost momentum, you’re not alone. Life gets busy, priorities shift, and sometimes fitness takes a backseat. But here’s the good news: it’s never too late to start again. At CrossFit Alabaster, we help busy adults get…
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Cardio vs. Strength Training: What’s Best for Fat Loss?
If your goal is to lose weight, burn fat, and feel stronger, you’ve probably wondered: Should I be doing cardio or strength training? The answer isn’t as simple as “one is better than the other”—because the best results actually come from a mix of both. At CrossFit Alabaster, we specialize in both cardio based movements…
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The 20-Minute Meal Prep Plan for Fat Loss Success
If you’re like most busy adults, you don’t have time to spend hours in the kitchen prepping elaborate meals. But here’s the truth: you don’t need to meal prep for hours to lose weight and burn fat—you just need a simple, realistic plan that works for your lifestyle. At CrossFit Alabaster, we help people like you lose…
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How to Get Fit Without Spending Hours in the Gym
Let’s be real—between work, kids, and everything else life throws at you, finding time to work out can feel impossible. But what if you could lose weight, get stronger, and feel amazing without spending hours in the gym? At CrossFit Alabaster, we specialize in helping busy adults get lasting results with efficient workouts and simple nutrition strategies that…
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Embrace the Challenge: Why We Love The Open
At CrossFit Alabaster, The Open is more than just an event; it is a chance for us to challenge ourselves, unite as a community and push our limits. Whether someone is a veteran or just starting their fitness journey, here are three reasons why we participate in The Open every year: 1. A Benchmark for…
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Portion Control: 5 Easy Tips to Master It
Chances are you are busy. Juggling work, kids and jam packed schedules, finding the right balance with food for most is overwhelming. There is so much advice on nutrition on the internet- fast for 16 hours a day, carbs are bad, eat high fat food, don’t eat a single calorie past 6 PM. There is…
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What I Wish I Knew Before Starting CrossFit
Starting CrossFit for me was a life-changing decision. In 2013 I stepped into a CrossFit gym for the first time by way of an invite from a friend. Looking back, as someone who has done their fair share of workouts there are definitely a few things I wish I had known before starting. Whether you…
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Getting Back on Track: What to Do If You Have Fallen Off Your New Year’s Fitness Resolution
We’re well into the year now, and if you’re like many people, your New Year’s resolution to get fit may have already taken a backseat to life’s demands. Maybe you’ve missed a few workouts, fallen into old habits, or simply lost momentum. That’s okay. The most important thing is not to stay stuck in a…
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Why Nutrition is Key in Reaching Your Goals
When it comes to reaching your fitness goals, most of society focuses primarily on exercise. In my opinion, nutrition is equally as important in achieving your fitness goals. A well balanced diet can make your workouts more effective and improve your overall health and well being. Here are 3 ways nutrition matters in reaching your…