Whole Life Challenge Thoughts…A Point Is Not The Point

Whole Life Challenge Thoughts…A Point Is Not The Point

Whole Life Challenge – Keep Rocking it CPM!

The Whole Life Challenge has been even better than we had hoped. We have 144 people participating on the CPMFITness team. That is so exciting and motivating.  Don’t forget to log your scores every night. We personally love the daily reflections….entertaining, realistic and fun to read. Keep up the great work CPM!

What is Open Gym?

We have a few Open Gym slots on our schedule available to all CPM members. Open gym is a time for you to have access to our equipment and use it as you wish (within reason […] Read more

CPM .. Get These At Home Remedies ..

CPM .. Get These At Home Remedies ..

You don’t need to dose yourself with Ibuprofin, excedrin, Ben Gay, or tums to get rid of pain. In fact, you might have the relief you need right in your spice rack or pantry.

Research has found that taking over the counter drugs can lead to gut barrier dysfunction—and may ultimately cause more pain long-term. Here are some tips and tricks to take the pain away with a natural/holistic approach.

# 1 Have Peppermint for Headaches & Migraines – This fresh-smelling leaf has ingredients which help control blood flow in the body. Headaches and migraine pain are often due to poor blood […] Read more

Change YOUR Word(s) = I Need “Easy”…

Change YOUR Word(s) = I Need “Easy”…

I get these kinds of text message all the time, “I need to figure out what to cook I need so easy recipes.”

Right after I read that kind of text, the first thing that pops in my head is, “Simple is the New ‘Easy‘”

My Perspective…

The opposite of Easy is HARD! When something is HARD it takes great effort. Why? Because you may lack a few things… Skills, Confidence, Clarity to name a few.

When things become ‘Easy’ it’s because things became simple. When things are simple it’s because you have the necessary Skills, Confidence, Clarity to make it simple.

Think about something simple in […] Read more

CPM Clean Your Clutter …

CPM Clean Your Clutter …

IF you are currently participating in the Whole Life Challenge with our gym … You understand that this is not a just a nutrition challenge it really focus’s on health and wellness as a whole. There are 7 areas of focus …

Nutirion, Exercise, Sleep, Hydration, Mobility/Flexibility, Reflection, & Lifestyle. The lifestyle task changes from week to week. Our first week was meditation. Each day you had to find 10 minutes in your day to meditate. I was already doing this in my current life and it was actually great because getting into the routine of the challenge was plenty. […] Read more

CPM Week of Workouts: Sept 26-30

CPM Week of Workouts: Sept 26-30

Quote for the week…
IF IT DOESN’T CHALLENGE YOU,
IT DOESN’T CHANGE YOU

 

Monday: “HOT SHOT 19”  – This WOD is a doozie! Six Rounds for time: 30 Squats, 19 Power Cleans, 7 Strict Pull-ups and 400m Run! Wonder what round fatigue will set-in?!? Push through, keep the mind strong and the body will finish.  

Tuesday: First up is a PT Grinder, should feel pretty good after Monday:-) Followed by a 7-min AMRAP couplet of double-unders and shoulder to overhead; and then 5-rounds for time of OH walking lunges and burpees.

Wednesday: “450” reps of goodness! This chipper consists of rowing, box jump overs, deadlifts, […] Read more

A Daughter’s Thoughts on the Whole Life Challenge

A Daughter’s Thoughts on the Whole Life Challenge

Whole Life Challenge – Keep Rocking it CPM!

The Whole Life Challenge has been even better than we had hoped. We have 144 people participating on the CPMFITness team. That is so exciting and motivating.  Don’t forget to log your scores every night. We personally love the daily reflections….entertaining, realistic and fun to read. Keep up the great work CPM!

What is Open Gym?

We have a few Open Gym slots on our schedule available to all CPM members. Open gym is a time for you to have access to our equipment and use it as you wish (within reason […] Read more

Fit Chic’s 5 Ways To Get Protein Without Eating Meat

Fit Chic’s 5 Ways To Get Protein Without Eating Meat

Some don’t like meat, others don’t for religious purposes, etc …

Either way protein is an essential ingredient for your overall health and wellness.

Here are links to five Protein enriched meals that are delicious, healthy, and give you the protein you need without the animal ….

#1 Paleo Cauliflower Fried Rice:
#2 Quiche

#3 Protein Muffins
#4 Shitake Broccoli Rabe

#5 Summer Smoothies

Now you have some variety to add more protein into your diet without having to eat any kind of meat. You will feel great and your body will thank you for it!

The O-Board Says…

In 6 Minutes:
5 Strict Pullups
10 Wall Balls
10 Strict Pullups
20 Wall Balls
15 […] Read more

Mental Deposits…

Mental Deposits…

In life there are truth’s that have been passed down to us from ordinary people who accomplished extraordinary things. Sometimes we feel when we face a problem that we are the only one dealing with it. When in reality we’ve all gone through the same problems everyone else has. Its a matter of our mindset and attitude that will push us to new levels of excellence.

Below are 10 amazing quotes to read, meditate on and use when we need them. Enjoy!

1. “Don’t wish it was easier, wish you were better. Don’t wish for less problems, wish for more skills. Don’t […] Read more

Keep Your Bones Strong With No Dairy CPM …..

Keep Your Bones Strong With No Dairy CPM …..

One of the most common concerns I hear for not giving up dairy is that by doing so, you will put the health of your bones at risk, primarily due to insufficient calcium. I was talking with my friend who is newly pregnant, and one of her biggest fears was getting enough calcium without drinking milk. I explained to her that i have not had milk since I was 6 years old and my bones are stronger than ever.

I get my calcium from other resources and it has paid off big time!

Here are four very simple ways to keep your […] Read more

CPM Week of Workouts: Sept 19-23

CPM Week of Workouts: Sept 19-23

Quote for the week…
You can make CHANGES or EXCUSES
What will YOU choose?

Monday: (Strength Day)  – Part A: Front Squats 5 sets of 5. Use those shoulders to support the bar, elbows high and tighten the core! Part B: Triple action for time, 3-rounds of 800m Run, T2B and front squats

Tuesday: We start things off with a build-up of Hang Power Cleans and HIGH box jumps. Next up is 15-min AMRAP of double-unders, ball slams and Hang Power Cleans. 

Wednesday: Part A: “Gymnasty” work of handstand shoulder taps and V-ups. Great burner for the shoulders, triceps and core! Part B: Two 10min-AMRAP’s consisting […] Read more

Dear MP… How Can I Be Successful at the Whole Life Challenge?

Dear MP… How Can I Be Successful at the Whole Life Challenge?

Whole Life Challenge – Starts Saturday!

We are planning to make this our biggest and best challenge yet. The Whole Life Challenge is a global challenge that starts Saturday, September 17th. Think of this as a challenge that includes nutrition plus 6 other wellness habits. Here is what you need to know:

WHOLE LIFE CHALLENGE – Everything you need to know about the Whole Life Challenge, can be found here.
REGISTER – This is a direct link to Whole Life Challenge registration page. Click it and sign up today!
Join Our Team – After registration, search for our team page: CPMFITness. Invite your friends, neighbors […] Read more

Get Your Best Run Yet CPM …

Get Your Best Run Yet CPM …

Many of you are participating in some sort of race (i.e 5k, 10k, 1/2 marathon, spartan etc ..)

Mobility and stretching is the key to keeping you feeling great doing what you love …

What if you could run more efficiently, be pain free, and actual feel better in your sport?

Wouldn’t you want to take 5 minutes a day to add to your routine?

Here are my top 5 favorite poses to keep you feeling great while you run!

#1 Down Dog – Runners experience shin splints, knee pain, foot problems, and tight IT bands. Down Dog helps lengthen and stretch your hamstrings, shoulders, and […] Read more

Pre Game Time… I’m Excited! Lets Crush it!

Pre Game Time… I’m Excited! Lets Crush it!

The Whole Life Challenge starts Saturday… So lets get our butts in gear! Here is a checklist of blog to read to prep, plan and get yourself ready before we begin…

Pre-Game Lifestyle Practice(s) of…
Nutrition = Prepare Your Kitchen
Mobility = Daily Ideas and Tips
Exercising = Simple 10 minute Workouts (for when you don’t make it to class)
Nightly Routine = 90 minute Nightly Routine for Rockstars (this is what I personally need the most:)

Congrats to taking the 1st step towards changing your mindset, making a commitment and taking action towards a healthier and happier lifestyle!

(some last minute concerns/questions)

Will this cost you anymore time? No, […] Read more

Hydration is Key CPM and Here is Why ….

Hydration is Key CPM and Here is Why ….

Most of us have a morning routine. We get up read, workout, make coffee, meditate, etc… What if something as grabbing a glass of water at room temperature and putting some lemon in it could do wonders for your skin, metabolism, health?

Here are the top 7 health benefits that come from drinking a simple glass of lemon water each day.

My husband and I always tell our clients, you could save yourself a lot of money in surgeries in the future by just drinking plenty of water NOW! Water is the link to many wonderful things; anti aging, digestion, a speedy […] Read more

CPM Week of Workouts: Sept 12-16

CPM Week of Workouts: Sept 12-16

Quote for the week…
NEVER FORGET
09.11.2001??

Monday: (Strength Day)  – Part A: 1 RM (rep max) Power Cleans. Part B: A fun couplet of Power Cleans paired with running. Ah yeah! Get your lungs ready it will be a great start to the week!

Tuesday: 30-min AMRAP – Teams of 3 performing short bursts of running and rowing to help build stamina, endurance and explosiveness. Your legs maybe JELLO by they end!  

Wednesday: (Strength Day) – Part A: We start things off with 1 RM of Thrusters (a front squat/push-press combo). Part B: Max Pull-ups. Part C: “Fran” – Teaming up the […] Read more

Dear MP….My Friend Wants To Try The Gym But Is Scared. Help!

Dear MP….My Friend Wants To Try The Gym But Is Scared. Help!

It’s Party Time! See you this Saturday @ Pave!

Whole Life Challenge

We are planning to make this our biggest and best challenge yet. The Whole Life Challenge is a global challenge that starts Saturday, September 17th. Think of this as a challenge that includes nutrition plus 6 other wellness habits. Here is what you need to know:

WHOLE LIFE CHALLENGE – Everything you need to know about the Whole Life Challenge, can be found here.
REGISTER – This is a direct link to Whole Life Challenge registration page. Click it and sign up today!
Join Our Team – After registration, search for […] Read more

What is the MAIN Ingredient of our Upcoming Challenge…

What is the MAIN Ingredient of our Upcoming Challenge…

In regards to being healthy and FIT; I really feel most people know what to do. So why do they feel they are not in ‘good enough shape’?

 

Once you reach a certain level of knowledge and experience, the missing link is no longer a new exercise program, the perfect nutrition plan, or a new supplement to try.

The one thing you’re missing is this: being accountable—to someone or something—for your workouts and nutrition.

“Accountability is the acknowledgment of responsibility for your actions with the obligation to report, explain, and be responsible for the resulting consequences.”

In other words, accountability keeps you consistent […] Read more

Fit Chic Recipe Time ..

Fit Chic Recipe Time ..

You all know how I LOVE making Sunday Breakfast. My creativity is at a all time high, and I am on a mission to come up with new innovative recipes!

So here is one I would love to share with you …

Sweet Potato Hash With Eggs Over Easy and Hollandaise Sauce

Lets start with the Sweet Potato Hash … 

8 sausage links thawed and cut into 1 inch pieces

2 Sweet potatoes diced (put in the microwave for 5 minutes to soften or bake for 25 -30 minutes at 350)

1 cup of green onion diced

1/2 cup of red pepper

1 tsp of cumin

1 – 2 […] Read more

CPM Week of Workouts: Sept 5 – 9

CPM Week of Workouts: Sept 5 – 9

Quote for the week…
“A goal without a plan is simply a wish”

Monday: Hero WOD “Trevor” – Teams of four complete 300 pull-ups, 400 push-ups, 500 sit-ups, 600 air squats for time. Reps are cumulative for all team members. All reps of each movement must be completed before moving on to the next movement (i.e. finish all pull-ups before moving on to the push-ups).

Tuesday: (Strength Day) – Part A: Snatch 5sets x 3rep. Part B: Fun combo of snatch paired with “Cindy” (5 pull-ups, 10-push-ups and 15-squats). 

Wednesday: Partner WOD! The buddy system is not […] Read more

Dear MP…Why Can’t I Do Pull-Ups?

Dear MP…Why Can’t I Do Pull-Ups?

We are planning to make this our biggest and best challenge yet. The Whole Life Challenge is a global challenge that starts Saturday, September 17th. Think of this as a challenge that includes nutrition plus 6 other wellness habits. Here is what you need to know:

WHOLE LIFE CHALLENGE – Everything you need to know about the Whole Life Challenge, can be found here.
REGISTER – This is a direct link to Whole Life Challenge registration page. Click it and sign up today!
Join Our Team – After registration, search for our team page: CPMFITness. Invite your friends, neighbors and family to join our […] Read more