If you were born between the years of 1964 and 1980 then you’re a member of Generation X (probably the last generation to know what it’s like to grow up playing outside). When we were young, exercise came naturally - we simply went outside and played. For many of us our parents simply said: “be back by supper-time,” or “be back before dark,” and off we went.  It didn’t matter … [Read more...]

Every subculture has its own terminology for describing its way of life, the fitness subculture is no different. A few years ago complaining about the HIIT in your WOD at your local box would have only made sense to a select few extreme fitness enthusiasts. Thanks to the explosive popularity of CrossFit and other high intensity training programs we now know that HIIT refers to … [Read more...]