Posted by BayWay CrossFit | Gyms in Baytown Let’s be honest—wall balls are a love-hate relationship (mostly hate). They’re one of those deceptively simple movements that can leave even the fittest athlete gassed. But what if it’s not the movement—it’s your technique? At BayWay CrossFit, we coach our members to move with intention. So today’s Technique Tuesday...Read More

Starting a fitness journey can feel overwhelming—especially if you’ve never stepped foot inside a gym before.The machines, the lingo, the pressure—it’s a lot. That’s why at BayWay CrossFit, we’ve built one of the most beginner-friendly gyms in Baytown. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, get stronger, or just feel better in your skin, we help everyday...Read More

There’s something powerful about looking back—not just to admire the biceps (though let’s be honest, those flexes were legit), but to remember where it all started. This photo was taken at our very first location of BayWay CrossFit in Baytown, TX. It’s our 9AM class, right after finishing a group workout, sweaty and smiling, showing off the results...Read More

🎧 Prefer to listen? Click here to hear the full episode on Ranting with Rich. Metabolic disease isn’t some rare thing. It’s everywhere. High blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat, high cholesterol—most of us either have it, are on our way to it, or know someone we love who’s battling it. But here’s the good news:...Read More

There’s something about being upside down that makes people nervous. Maybe it’s the fear of falling. Maybe it’s that being inverted forces us out of our comfort zone. But here’s the truth: learning how to hold a handstand is not only possible for anyone—it’s one of the best ways to build body awareness, shoulder strength,...Read More

Let’s talk about hard things. The kind of hard that makes you want to quit halfway through the workout.The kind of hard that leaves you on the floor staring at the ceiling, wondering if your soul just left your body.The kind of hard where everything in you says, “Maybe I’ll just take it easy today”—but you...Read More

Brace Yourself: The One Technique You’re Probably Not Doing Right Let’s talk about something that could be the reason your lifts feel wobbly, your back feels sore, or your gains are stalling: bracing. Not the exciting kind like “brace for impact!”—though, honestly, it kind of is. We’re talking about bracing your corebefore a lift. And no, that...Read More

Tired of guessing your way through nutrition? In this episode of Ranting with Rich, we’re breaking down a real-life approach to fueling your goals—whether it’s fat loss, muscle gain, or just feeling better in your workouts. We’ll cover: How to calculate your daily calorie needs using your InBody scan Why calories come first before macros How...Read More

At BayWay CrossFit, we believe fitness is about more than just heavy lifts and fast times.It’s about showing up—especially when you don’t feel like it. That quiet act of discipline? That’s the true strength we’re after. Whether your goal is to get fit, lose weight, build muscle, or simply stay consistent, the biggest challenge most...Read More

If you’ve been in the gym long enough, you’ve probably heard the phrase “below parallel” tossed around when talking about squats. But what does it actually mean—and more importantly, why should you care? At BayWay CrossFit, we emphasize quality movement. And when it comes to squats, one of the biggest game-changers for your fitness goals—whether you’re chasing muscle...Read More