Alicia Cross
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What is Mobility?
What is Mobility? Mobility is defined simply as the ability to move. When trainers and coaches talk about mobility, though, we have a more specific definition in mind: We mean the ability to safely and effectively move through exercises like squats, deadlifts, overhead presses, cleans, snatches, and more. We want to see proper alignment and […]
What is Thai Massage?
What is Thai Massage? How is it different from Swedish or Deep Tissue Massage? Short answer: The session is done fully clothed on a mat on the floor. It involves acupressure/compressions with the practitioner’s thumbs, fingers, hands, elbows, forearms, knees, and feet. The practitioner moves the client through a series of stretches that look like […]
Q&A:Two-A-Days
Q: Do you think it’s possible that my body feels physical stress when I work out more than once a day? For example, working out at noon and then spinning at 4:30? I’m thinking about this because I couldn’t spin today and I feel really good and not exhausted at this point in the day […]
How to Use Your Fitness Success Calendar
The Fitness Success Calendar is based on my Cross Fitness Formula: SUCCESS=NUTRITION+STRENGTH+CARDIO+MOBILITY+RECOVERY In order to be successful, you need the correct balance of these components in your routine. I designed the Calendar to help you easily stick to your plan, see what’s missing, and be aware of possible overtraining. Nutrition: Set up […]
Zucchini!
Ingredients: 3 Vidalia Onions-sliced 4 Zucchini-cubed 24 oz Mushrooms-sliced thick 1/2 tsp Olive oil 1 Bunch Fresh Basil-chopped 2-3 Cloves Garlic 1/4 cup Red Wine 1 tsp Salt 1/4 tbsp Pepper 1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes 1 tsp Oregano 1 Can Diced tomatoes 1 Can Cannellini Beans 1/2 Tbsp Coconut palm sugar 1 tbsp […]