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Earning her first podium finish at the 2020 CrossFit Games, Kari Pearce showed the grit and determination it takes to be the 3rd Fittest Woman in the World. And she graciously agreed to tell us about the process. “It feels like it should. It feels amazing,” Kari humbly admits. “Not just because of those [titles], but because of the hours and hours and hours of work that goes into it to accomplish that. Being the 3rd Fittest Woman on earth, that’s incredible. Especially because you’ve seen me get better. I started off 21st in 2015, then worked my way up...

Having trouble finding motivation? Welcome to 2020. Here are 5 ways to get back on track when you find yourself in a funk.   Set a goal. The number one way to find that fire again is to set a SMART goal — Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-based. Write it down, say it out loud, and come back to it every time you’re feeling funky. Setting a goal for yourself gives you something to work toward and is essential in getting (and staying) motivated.  Find friends. Surrounding yourself with hard-working, motivated people will rub off on you. It’s science. (We're pretty sure.)...

  Here’s list of the 7 most common mistakes you’re making before the gym – and solutions to help you make the most of your next sweat sesh.     Mistake #1: Overeating. Crushing a workout after a heavy meal is nearly impossible. You’re uncomfortable, your stomach is working too hard and you feel too massive for peak performance. Solution: Give yourself a two-hour window between a big meal and a workout. This will give your body enough time to digest your food, store some energy and prepare for exercise. Plus you’ll feel better so you’ll work harder. Easy win.   Mistake #2:...

Are Coffee and Superfoods a good idea? We say hell yeah! If coffee is your go-to in the mornings (as it should be), a super coffee would be even better, right? First, let’s take a look at how awesome coffee is for the athlete. Right off the bat, we know the high levels of caffeine in coffee significantly improve our body's ability to trigger fat oxidation or, in other words, burn fat during exercise. That’s a good thing, right? So how do we do it? Well, that's simple: once caffeine enters the bloodstream, the body begins the process. First you'll notice...

 Most of us get no work done before coffee. Now, you might not get a workout done before a cup of joe! Having some coffee before workout can help you burn fat, improve concentration, and boost your performance. A coffee workout will provide you with the endurance you need to find your edge and meet your wellness goals. So, if you’re trying to up your workroom results, be sure to drink a coffee pre workout. Here is how a cup of coffee before workout helps you become the best version of yourself possible. Coffee Before Workout Improves Focus Just as...