Athlete of the Month: Chris Walsh on Health and Longevity

August 8, 2019 Written by CrossFit Salus

Chris Walsh, August 2019 Athlete of the Month Talks About Health and Longevity There are so many reasons why we agreed that Chris deserves to be the CrossFit Salus August 2019 Athlete of the Month. Walsh has been a Salus athlete since the very beginning. And after some time off, he’s been back and attacking the workouts with Coach Steve to improve his health and longevity. One of Chris’ best attributes is his insatiable drive to succeed. He’s... Read More

Family Fitness Middletown NJ

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We are excited to announce our second CrossFit Salus Family Fitness Day class with Coach Angela and Gino Salveo on Sunday, Oct. 6, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Family Fitness Day, Sun Oct. 6 This specialty family fitness class is specifically designed for children ages seven to twelve and parents to participate together! CrossFit Salus Kids Coaches Angela & Gino know how to make exercise fun and are excited to share their love of fitness with the Middletown,... Read More

CrossFit Salus Kids Self Defense Class

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We are excited to announce our upcoming CrossFit Salus Kids Self Defense class with Sensei Benny Gonzalez on Saturday, September 14 at 10:15 a.m. Kids Self Defense, Sat. Sept. 14 This specialty kids self defense workshop is specifically designed for children ages seven and over. Sensei Benny creates practical drills that kids can remember and use to protect themselves in situations such as bullying and opposition from larger aggressors. From elementary... Read More

6-Week LEVEL UP🔼 Foundation Nutrition & Lifestyle Challenge 2019

August 7, 2019 Written by CrossFit Salus

What is the 6-Week LEVEL UP🔼 Foundation Nutrition & Lifestyle Challenge 2019? What if I told you that you’re only 6 weeks away from a healthier YOU? 6 weeks of getting back to the basics of healthy living so you can finally create a ​lifestyle that lasts! When did healthy living get so crazy complicated? It’s like suddenly if we’re not drinking a bulletproof coffee and counting macros, we’re not doing it right. But... Read More

Angela Salveo to Represent Team USA at Upcoming Worlds Competition

July 29, 2019 Written by CrossFit Salus

Middletown, NJ mom, Angela Salveo, will be representing Team USA as a Masters Olympic Weightlifter in the upcoming World Masters Weightlifting Championship 2019 in Montréal – Québec – Canada. Angela’s Journey “It’s not all rainbows and unicorns, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Challenges are not just a part of life’s journey, they’re a necessity. And anyone who knows me knows I love a good challenge.” Angela... Read More

How Much Should I Eat? Portion Guidelines Explained

June 18, 2019 Written by CrossFit Salus

How Much Should I Eat? Portion Guidelines Explained Portion guidelines can be tricky. Not sure how much to eat? The best place to start is by using your hand. Fit in a good balance of protein, veggies, smart carbs, healthy fats by using your hand(s) as your guide to build your plate for each meal/snack. Protein Females: 1 palm (~ 20-30g of protein) Males: 2 palms (~ 40-60g of protein) Vegetables Females: 1 fist Males: 2 fists Carbohydrates Females:... Read More

How to Use MyFitnessPal Effectively | Foundation Nutrition Coaching

June 4, 2019 Written by CrossFit Salus

Ready to take your food tracking, water intake and measurements a step further? Whether you want to lose weight, gain muscle, lean out or feel more energetic throughout your day, MyFitnessPal is a user-friendly tool to help you reach your goals and set you up for success. On this post, I’m going to dive into some insider tips on how to use MyFitnessPal effectively. As a Nutrition Coach, I love having the ability to see what my clients are eating... Read More

Learning Some Common CrossFit Language

May 30, 2019 Written by CrossFit Salus

AMRAP, box, GHD…What in the world do all those words mean? No doubt, CrossFit is comprised of it’s own lingo. Here are some basic CrossFit language and terms you might hear thrown around at the box. Common CrossFit Language: Vocabulary, Acronyms and Abbreviations Explained AMRAP: As Many Reps (sometimes Rounds) as Possible BEAST: A complimentary term used to describe a badass athlete, as in “she/he’s a beast”. Benchmark-A workout or... Read More

Memorial Day Murph

May 17, 2019 Written by CrossFit Salus

On Monday, May 27, CrossFit Salus will be hosting our seventh annual Memorial Day Murph WOD. What is the “Murph” Workout? For those of you new to the Murph Workout, here’s what you can expect. The CrossFit community all over the country does this challenging workout, “Murph,” every Memorial Day in honor of our fallen military members. It is through our pain and sweat and raising money for charities supporting heroic... Read More

Control Stress Before It Controls You

May 13, 2019 Written by CrossFit Salus

Most of us spend our days putting out fires and trying to control stress. Whether it’s handling household tasks, responding to work demands or wiping little noses, our lives are full of stress. Here’s the thing… Many of us thrive on those demands. We’re wired to put other people first and tackle epic to-do lists. That is, until our energy runs out and we realize we don’t have anything left to help ourselves. One day we find ourselves mentally... Read More