Kristi has been with us for about a year and we can honestly say she is one of our most encouraging members. No matter what class time she comes to, 5:00 AM or 5:30 PM, she is always cheering on her fellow classmates before, during, and after her class! She is a reminder to us and everyone else what CrossFit is all about. We are all here to work hard and become more healthy, and it is suppose to be fun! We should all be more like Kristi and enjoy coming to the gym and exercising with our friends!  Please take the time to read this!                 Name: Kristi P. Hometown: Baytown, TX Age: 34 Occupation: MOM, Student, and Secretary When did you first start CrossFitting? I Started CrossFitting almost one year ago here at BayWay CrossFit! When did you first start training...Read more

This is a great post written by Amanda Stewart on Tabata Times. She hits on a lot of the reasons we all enjoy coming to the box everyday and working out. It is always more fun to workout in a group than it is by yourself!  Read more

This article describes what you should be doing if you are struggling to lose weight. It actually sounds like this article is describing a well rounded CrossFit program…..Read more

Make sure that you are taking complete advantage of your recovery time outside of the box. Quality food, fluid intake, and mobility are keys to proper recovery. Here is a quick chart with recovery times for different types of exercise. Serious Strength Training – Tudor Bompa  Table 4.1 Explained:   Restoration of ATP-PC: Aided by Creatine Supplementation Restoration of Muscle Gycogen: It has to be CARBS Removal of lactic acid from muscle of blood: Post Fran & Cindy = Aided by an active cool down and mobility Restoration of vitamins and enzymes: Adequate protein and post workout nutrition (food, glutamine, beta alanine) Recovery from high-intensity strength training: Active Recovery Day (jogging, rowing, swimming, and light calisthenics) Repayment of ATP-Pc and oxygen debt (faster portion):  Creatine (Monohydrate & AAB) Repayment of ATP-PC and oxygen debt (slower portion): Active Recovery Post Workout   Bompa, T. (n.d.). Serious Strength Training (3rd ed., p. 135).    ...Read more