Mark Burns… Triathlete!!

Posted by Justin on May 1, 2012 in Featured Clients, Outside the gym | 4 comments Congratulations Mark Burns! At 55, Mark completed his first Olympic distance triathlon in Napa Valley this month. The race consisted of a 0.93mi swim in Lake Berryessa (a cool 52deg. at the time), a 24.8mi bike in the rolling hills of the valley, and a 6.2mi run to finish it off. Mark was the third oldest competitor racing, but you’d never know it by the way he danced his way across the...
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Support Jenny, Get Your Regional Shirts!

Posted by Shawn on Apr 30, 2012 in Events, In The Gym, Outside the gym, Uncategorized | 32 comments  The time has come for Jenny to go give it her all at the Reebok CrossFit NorCal Regionals  on May 18, 19, and 20th in San Jose, CA at the Santa Clara Fairgrounds. Trying to qualify for 1 of the top 3 spots in the region, her goal is to make it back to the finals in Carson, CA in July.  T-shirts (unisex sizes) and tank tops (women’s sizes) are being made for us to represent Jenny at...
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Congratulations Shawn C. and Julie L.

Posted by Sarah Fragoso on Apr 27, 2012 in Featured Clients, In The Gym | 2 comments Admittedly, I’m a sucker for fairy tales and happy endings, and during Thursday evenings LIFT class, the romance filled the air. Why you may ask? Because this Saturday two of our awesome Norcal clients are getting married! Congratulations to Shawn C. and Julie L. on your upcoming nuptials and it was so much fun coaching you both through your wedding workout. Like I said earlier, I’m kind...
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Thursday Night Farmers Market!

Posted by Chrissy on Apr 26, 2012 in Outside the gym | 0 comments It is that time of year again, when the Thursday night Farmers Market is in full swing! Rain or shine the market runs from 6pm to 9pm and located on Broadway from 2nd to 5th street. This a great excuse to get outside and enjoy our great local farm fresh produce/goods and even some local entertainment! I always try my best to buy produce that is in season and shopping at the Farmers Market makes...
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Shout out to the 50 and over club!

Posted by Chrissy on Apr 25, 2012 in Featured Clients | 9 comments I just can not let another day go by without giving a shout out to Wendy S., Judy K., and Steve B.! All three of these folks participated in the Spring Team Challenge this past Saturday and all three are over 50! The dedication, drive, and determination displayed by these 3 individuals (and the other competitors) was truly inspirational. The team work and comradery throughout the three events...
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6th Annual Margarita Mix Off!

Posted by Chrissy on Apr 24, 2012 in Outside the gym | 0 comments Looking for something a little different to do this Cinco de Mayo? How about heading out to the 6th Annual Margarita Mix off put on by the Chico Active 20/30 Club? This event takes place at the Manzanita Place on Saturday, May 5th from 6pm – 10pm. The evening will include Margarita tasting, door prizes, silent auction, a photo booth and more. Click here to learn more about the Chico Active...
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The sun is finally bringing us summer!!

Posted by Katie on Apr 23, 2012 in Nutrition & Health, Uncategorized | 1 comment If you know me, you know I LOVE the sun, so I’m glad this article could back up my sun bathing  This Article is from Charles Poliquin’s blog and it lists and explains 25 reasons why you should be taking Vitamin D, or at least be getting responsible sun exposure, meaning you want to avoid a sun burn at all times.  To avoid over exposure, go outside until you see your skin start...
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