Programming Overview: Oct. 3-9

Posted Oct 03 2016 by Ryan Savard

Have you checked out the October 2016 Newsletter? If not you can peep it HERE. We are thinking about changing the venue for the EDCF Fall Social. Stay tuned! Monday 10/3 A) Build to 90% of 1RM power clean + Every 30 seconds x 8 minutes (16 sets) – 1 power clean @ 85-90% *Slightly heavier t[...]

October Athlete Of The Month: Sarah Hargrave

Posted Sep 27 2016 by Ryan Savard

Sarah, who you will find at the gym most days of the week, is a model of consistent training. She loves lifting heavy, plain and simple. As a testament to this, she has been increasing her strength numbers steadily since day one. You can usually find her in the corner squat rack next to the boxes.[...]

Programming Overview: Sept. 26 – Oct. 2

Posted Sep 26 2016 by Ryan Savard

This is Coach Justin’s last week at EDCF. We would like to thank him from the bottom of our hearts for being a great coach and leader over the past 3 years. Stop into his 6:30 or 7:30pm class this Thursday and tell him bye! We are hosting another Birthfit Dallas Postpartum Series starting nex[...]

Birthfit Postpartum Series @ EDCF

Posted Sep 26 2016 by Ryan Savard

We are hosting another one! Are you a new mom or know someone who is? This class is perfect for every level, from previous CrossFitters to those who are just starting their fitness journey! Dates: Monday + Wednesday (8 one-hour sessions) October 3, 5, 10, 12 (skip Oct 17, 19) Resume October 24, 26,[...]

Thanks For The Memories Coach Justin!

Posted Sep 22 2016 by Ryan Savard

After moving to Wylie, TX earlier in the year, we knew Coach Justin would be leaving us at some point. His passion for coaching kept him making the trek south every Thursday night to lead both our regular and masters classes. Justin is one of the most reliable, genuine, and selfless people that I [...]

Programming Overview: Sept. 19-25

Posted Sep 19 2016 by Ryan Savard

Today marks the end of the back squat cycle and also a new capacity test that will be retested in 4-6 weeks. Look for a front squat cycle to begin next week along with a strict press cycle to start this Friday. We are also working on barbell cycling of power cleans and front squats. We are also ri[...]

Programming Overview: Sep. 12 – 18

Posted Sep 12 2016 by Ryan Savard

“For efficiency”… what does this mean? You will typically see this above programmed accessory work. Speed should not be the focus here. Rather, your goal should be to move at the desired tempo/range or motion/ weight without compromising the movement. Rest is usually not prescribe[...]

Programming Overview: Sep. 5 – 11

Posted Sep 06 2016 by Ryan Savard

Rubes at his Prep Course in April 2015. He doesn’t early arm bend anymore. Caffeine… a tool or a crutch? Find out the pros and cons in this awesome little article by Dr. Ben House. Before you ask.. Yes our side door got busted out over the weekend. Nothing was taken. It was a drunk guy w[...]