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What’s Your Linchpin?
At Viking Athletics, we frequently harp on the importance of forming healthy habits, based on healthy behaviors. Motivation comes and goes, and if you have
Consistency is the First Step
Happy New Year, Viking Family! In 2021, we heavily pushed consistency over intensity. James Clear put it best: “INTENSITY: – run a marathon – write
Tools of the Trade
In my younger days of training, I eschewed belts, lifting shoes, wrist wraps, knee sleeves, and other tools of the trade as “crutches.” I opined
Hero WODs and Holidays
I’ve recently been peppered with the question, “why didn’t we do [insert hero/”epic” WOD here] on Thanksgiving? Or on other “occasions” for that matter. If
Ian Macdonald – November 2021 Member of the Month!
Congratulations to Ian Macdonald, our November member of the month! IMac is a loyal member of our evening classes. He explores the mysteries of the
PVC or Weight?
When we bring people through our on-ramp program, we start off teaching movements with a PVC pipe. We then progress to at least a 15
Keep it Simple, Stupid!
KISS – a great band, and a great acronym. Keep It Simple, Stupid! Words to live by in both training, and nutrition. But, keep in
Active Recovery
Active recovery – it’s a term that gets thrown around a lot. If you follow any CrossFit Games athletes, it’s not uncommon to see their
Pacing – It’s Not a Dirty Word
Let’s talk pacing today. When you hear the term “pacing,” what comes to mind? Most of us think of long, slow cardio. And with good
Emily Skoczylas – October 2021 Member of the Month!
Congratulations to Emily Skoczylas, our October 2021 member of the month! Emily is a regular member of our evening classes, and she recently learned that
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