If you’ve ever seen a pistol squat and thought, “There’s no way I can do that,” you’re not alone. The pistol squat is one of those movements that looks simple but exposes a lot at once: Strength Balance Mobility Control And that’s exactly why we teach it the way we do at BayWay CrossFit. Instead of asking people to jump straight into the hardest version, we break the movement down and meet you where you’re at. Watch: Pistol Squat Modifications We Use in Class 👉 https://youtube.com/shorts/rFdnwfTBMTc What Is a Pistol Squat? A pistol squat is a single-leg squat where one leg stays off the ground while the other leg performs a full squat. It challenges: Lower-body strength Core stability Ankle and hip mobility Balance and coordination That makes it a great tool—but only if it’s scaled correctly. Why Modifications Matter (Especially for Beginners) One of the biggest misconceptions about CrossFit is that everyone is expected to...Read more

December 2025 marked one full year of being a dad to a baby who is now 13 months old. It was also another year of being a bonus dad to two boys, running a business, trying to stay healthy, and figuring out how to hold everything together without losing myself in the process. This was one of the busiest years of my life.And I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I’ve owned and coached at BayWay CrossFit since 2012. Over the years, I’ve heard just about every reason someone can give for not making it to the gym. One excuse I never fully related to was, “I don’t have time because of my kids.” Now I do. What “Making Time” Really Means Once You’re a Parent Before kids, I believed something very simple: if something mattered to you, you made time for it. That belief wasn’t wrong.It was incomplete. Making time and actually executing it are...Read more

If you’ve ever wondered why CrossFit gets such incredible results, it comes down to three things: patience, practice, and consistency. At BayWay CrossFit in Baytown, we see it every day. Members who show up, work hard, and trust the process achieve lasting results that go beyond just physical change. I’ve been through pretty much every side of fitness. I’ve played sports, coached, started over, competed, failed, and tried again. You name it.If there’s one thing that’s always true, it’s this: you don’t just wake up better one day. You get better because you keep showing up. Simple as that. The Learning Curve Always Hits First When I jumped into jiujitsu back in 2022, honestly, it wasn’t what I thought it was gonna be.Learning the moves was cool, yeah, but getting tossed around every night… not so much.There were days I walked out thinking, Man, why am I even doing this? But I kept...Read more

When you walk into a gym for the first time, you can usually tell within minutes whether it’s the right place for you. At BayWay CrossFit in Baytown, that moment happens the second you’re greeted by name, see the high-fives flying around the room, and realize everyone is genuinely happy to see you there. One of our members recently shared a review that captures exactly what makes our community special: “The coaches and members here are inviting and treat everyone like they belong. It’s challenging but welcoming all at the same time.” That’s what BayWay CrossFit has always been about: combining a challenging workout with a welcoming atmosphere. Every class is coach-led, designed for all fitness levels, and focused on building strength, confidence, and consistency. Whether you’re a beginner who’s never lifted a barbell or an experienced athlete looking to improve your conditioning, our team helps you scale movements and set goals...Read more

If you want to improve your lifts, reduce injury risk, and move better in every workout at BayWay CrossFit, start by looking down at your feet. Most athletes believe that strength originates from their legs, core, or grip. But real power begins where your body meets the ground.  Our technique of the week is a simple yet effective concept that can be applied to squatting, pulling, or jumping: the Tripod Foot. Incorporating this into any CrossFit workout or strength training has a significant impact on your performance.  What is the Tripod Food? It means you are maintaining three points of contact with your foot and the ground: 1. your big toe, 2. your pinky toe, and 3. your heel.  These three points form a stable foundation that allows for balance, power, and efficient movement, whether you’re squatting, cleaning, pressing, or jumping. When one of these points lifts, your stability disappears, leading...Read more