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Welcome to the CrossFit Alabaster Journal – your top resource for practical fitness advice, real member stories, and training insights that actually make a difference. From easy nutrition habits to strength-focused articles, you’ll find simple, effective tips to help you feel stronger, move better, and keep your motivation high, inside and outside the gym.

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Jun 18, 2026
Josh Pospy
3 min read

The 3 Biggest Myths Keeping You Out of the Gym

We all live busy lives. Trust me, I get it. Between work, kids, sporting events, and trying to find time to take care of ourselves, there are so many things...
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Jun 10, 2026
Josh Pospy
3 min read

Why Most Adults Don’t Need More Motivation, They Need Less Decision Making

If you’ve ever told yourself:“I just need to get motivated.”You’re not alone.Most people assume motivation is the thing standing between them and finally getting consistent with exercise, eating better, or...
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Jun 3, 2026
Josh Pospy
3 min read

Eating for Summer: Stay on Track Without Missing Out

Summer has a way of flipping your routine upside down.Kids are out of school. Vacations are planned. BBQs pop up every weekend. The schedule that kept you consistent from January...
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May 27, 2026
Josh Pospy
4 min read

Sleep Is Your Secret Weapon for Fat Loss and Strength Gains

You’re tracking your nutrition. You’re showing up to class consistently. You’re putting in the work. But if you’re skimping on sleep, you may be leaving your biggest results on the...
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May 20, 2026
Josh Pospy
2 min read

Why Murph Matters—And Why You Can Do It, Too

Every year on Memorial Day, gyms across the country come together for one of the most meaningful workouts in the CrossFit world: Murph.Named after Navy SEAL Lt. Michael P. Murphy,...
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May 13, 2026
Josh Pospy
3 min read

Why the Scale Is Lying to You (And What to Track Instead)

You’ve been showing up to class consistently. You’re eating better. You feel stronger. Your clothes are fitting differently. And then you step on the scale — and the number barely...
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