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How to Navigate Holiday Parties Without Derailing Your Progress
The holiday season is here — full of family gatherings, work events, baked goods, late nights, and a calendar that suddenly feels way too full. And here’s the truth: You can enjoy the holidays and stay on track with your health and fitness goals.You don’t have to choose one or the other. With a little…
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33 Days Left: How to Keep Moving Forward With Your Health & Fitness Goals
We’re officially at the final stretch of 2025 — just 33 days left in the year. It’s that time when life speeds up, schedules get wilder, and motivation can start to slip. But here’s the mindset shift that changes everything: 👉 You don’t need a new year to make progress. You need a next step.…
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The 5 Nutrition Mistakes That Keep Busy Adults Stuck
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m working out… so why am I not seeing the results I want?” You’re not alone and you’re definitely not doing anything “wrong.” We see the same patterns over and over again with hardworking, busy adults who truly want to make progress but feel like something’s holding them back. Most of…
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Discover the Power of CrossFit: Unlocking Life Beyond the Gym
At CrossFit Alabaster, we believe fitness should make your life better, not just your workouts. Sure, getting stronger and fitter in the gym feels great, but the real magic happens when you start noticing how that strength shows up in everyday life. When you’re consistent, showing up three to five times per week, you’re not…
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Why You Shouldn’t Wait Until 2026 to Start Working Toward Your Goals
We’re nearing the end of the year, and this is the time when many people start saying things like: “I’ll really get serious in January.”“Next year is going to be my year.”“When things slow down, I’ll finally have time.” And listen we get it. Life is busy. Work, family schedules, holidays, responsibilities… it adds up…
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1,000 Classes Later: How Consistency Built Something Bigger for Buddy
If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent with your fitness routine, you’re not alone. But what if we told you that one of our members just hit 1,000 classes — yes, one thousand early mornings, workouts, and moments of showing up when it would’ve been easier to stay in bed? Meet Buddy, a dedicated 5…
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Busy Week? Here’s How to Stay on Track with Nutrition
Let’s be honest—when life gets busy, nutrition is usually the first thing to fall apart. You start the week with good intentions, maybe even prepped a few meals, but then work meetings run late, the kids have after-school activities, and suddenly dinner looks more like a drive-thru order than a balanced plate. Sound familiar? Here’s…
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What to Do When Motivation Fades
It’s easy to start strong when motivation is high. You get a new goal, a fresh plan, and you’re all in. The first few weeks feel great! Workouts are exciting, meals are on track, and you’re feeling unstoppable. But then… life happens. Work gets busy. The kids’ schedules explode. You’re tired, and suddenly the idea…
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From Tired to Thriving: Emily’s Story at CrossFit Alabaster
When Emily started personal training at CrossFit Alabaster, she was ready for change. At 52, she had spent years putting everyone else first: work, family, responsibilities and her body was starting to feel the effects. Her joints ached, her energy was low, and while she was active at her job, she knew it wasn’t enough…
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The Power of Habits: Building a Fitness Routine That Lasts
When it comes to getting healthier, stronger, and leaner, most people think motivation is the secret ingredient. The truth? Motivation comes and goes. What really creates lasting results isn’t motivation—it’s habits. Think about your daily routine. You don’t wake up every morning debating whether or not you’ll brush your teeth. You just do it. That’s…