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The Real Reason Most People Quit (And How to Make Fitness Stick This Time)
Every January, gyms fill up with motivated people who genuinely want to feel better, lose weight, and get stronger. And by February… most of them are gone. Not because they’re lazy.Not because they don’t care.But because they try to change everything at once. They go from zero workouts to six days a week.They cut out
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The Most Important Habits for Busy People Who Want Real Results
By now, the excitement of the New Year is starting to settle. The motivation is still there, but real life is already knocking — work is busy, kids have practices, schedules are packed, and the idea of cooking perfectly balanced meals or working out every day feels overwhelming. And this is exactly where most people
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How to Set Realistic Fitness Goals You’ll Actually Stick To
The start of a new year often comes with big goals, big motivation, and big expectations.Eat better. Work out more. Lose weight. Get stronger. Feel better. And while those intentions are great, they’re also the reason so many people feel burned out by February. The problem isn’t that people don’t want change.It’s that they aim
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Year-End Reflection: Wins, Lessons, and What’s Next
The final days of the year have a way of making us reflective.We think about what went well, what didn’t, and what we wish we had done differently. But before you rush into goal-setting for the new year, there’s something important to do first: Pause and reflect. Because real progress isn’t just about where you’re
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The 3 Most Important Fitness Habits to Carry Into 2026
As the year winds down, it’s natural to start thinking about what you want to do differently in 2026.New goals. New routines. A fresh start. But here’s the truth most people overlook: The people who succeed in the new year aren’t the ones who chase drastic changes — they’re the ones who carry a few
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The Importance of Accountability (and How to Build It)
If you’ve ever said, “I know what to do… I just don’t do it,” you’re not alone.Most adults know they need to exercise consistently, drink more water, eat better, sleep more, and walk daily. The problem isn’t information — it’s accountability. At CrossFit Alabaster, we see this every single day. The people who make the
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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