Why now is the best time to start your health and wellness journey?
The new year is a time for fresh starts, and many people use the occasion to set resolutions related to their health and wellbeing. But…
Fitness Fraud
I read an article titled, “The Greatest Fitness Scam.” Basically it stated that Americans spend the most money toward health and fitness, but still rank…
Laurel’s NIKA Story
Today I posted Laurel’s story all over Nika’s social media pages. Here it is again in case you missed it. https://www.youtube.com/embed/YW-GDwNtOZA I want you to…
The community at NIKA
One of our goals for 2020 is to get out of our four walls more often. But why? CrossFit Nika has an amazing community of…
The best core exercise
You can do all the crunches and sit ups and planks you want, but the best core exercise available is one you’re already doing if…
Unwritten Rules at NIKA
When you walk into NIKA for the first time you may notice there are no rules displayed anywhere. A lot of “globo gyms” will have…
Top 3 Hurdles to Getting Fit
Last year I asked our members a question, “What’s the hardest part of getting fit?” I had my assumptions going into it but was surprised…
Shared Suffering
What are Hero WODs? Why do we do them? Hero WODs are created in member of/in tribute to a first responder or member of the…
How can CrossFit help you, part 1
Last night, after the workout, I heard someone say, “I’m not coordinated enough to do that!” I’m guilty of using that phrase as well as…
Let’s talk shoes!
So you’ve tried CrossFit, found you liked it and are sticking around, but your shoes look nothing like the more experienced CrossFitters in your gym….