FITAID once again got to catch up with CrossFit analyst and Morning Chalk Up host, Tommy Marquez, to get his thoughts as we head into this year’s CrossFit Games. After last year’s unexpected return to the infamous Ranch in Aromas, we find ourselves back in Madison, Wisconsin at the Alliant Coliseum. Now, as pandemic restrictions begin to ease and fans...
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3 Ways to Include Family in Your Workout Routine
Exercise Together! Daily movement can be a vital part of our daily routine. For some, it’s about remaining grounded and focused through following a program and spending time with yourself. For others, it can be about reaching fitness goals and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Being a mom can sometimes feel like you have to put your own desires on the... -
Three Genuine Self-Care Tips: Momma Edition
The winter holidays are over, daylight is in short supply and some of our littles are still doing virtual school and that combination, mommas, might find you flagging. This is the perfect time to begin looking inward and providing ourselves with the self-care we so desperately need during this time of year. Self-care looks different for everyone. Some love... -
5 Virtual Fitness Challenges to Tackle This Summer
Written by travel blogger Tiffany Ammerman From local 5ks to hikes in far-off, exotic destinations, many of our planned fitness challenges have been added to the list of canceled activities this year. Initially, it might be disheartening to have to remove these events from your calendar, but don’t lose hope. Many competitions and challenges are simply moving to a virtual... -
How FITAID Athletes Are Handling Quarantine
Written by travel blogger Tiffany Ammerman Athletes around the world have become all-too familiar with the struggles of trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle and exercise regimen while gyms have been temporarily closed worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sharing our quarantine experiences and struggles with our fitness friends has become a major way for us to connect and stay... -
Cool, Eco-Friendly Products That’ll Heat Up Your Summer
Written by travel blogger Tiffany Ammerman Summer vacation may look a whole lot different for many of us this year—with beaches closing and tourist destinations no longer receiving visitors—but that doesn’t mean that we can’t still make the most of this season. Whether you’re redecorating your meditation room or paddleboarding out on the lake, check out these cool, unique products... -
8 Simple Ways to Jumpstart Your Self-Care Journey
Written by travel blogger Tiffany Ammerman We’ve all seen the #SelfCareSunday hashtag on social media, but have you taken the time to do your own self-care Sunday? For the majority of us, it was difficult in the past to find the time to devote to taking care of our mind and body. Now that we’re spending a large portion of... -
5 Equipment-Free Home Workouts to Try
Written by travel blogger Tiffany Ammerman Is social distancing putting a cramp in your fitness regimen? Are you finding it difficult or frustrating to get a sweat session in without access to your normal workout equipment? With so many of us now finding ourselves doing nearly everything from home, we’re longing for the days when attending a HIIT, yoga, CrossFit... -
How to Stay Connected With Social Distancing
Written by travel blogger Tiffany Ammerman This is definitely an unprecedented time in everyone’s lives. As we’re self-isolating in our own homes, many people are finding creative ways to stay connected during this time of social distancing. While it might not be the same as gathering your closest friends together for a backyard BBQ, these clever ways of staying in... -
How to Grow Your Green Thumb: Houseplants With Health Benefits
Written by travel blogger Tiffany Ammerman Now that many of us are spending so much time in our homes, social media has become flooded with creative, Pinterest-worthy photos of plant-filled home offices and living spaces. But what are the top tricks and benefits to creating your own, personal jungle? For starters, having indoor plants has been proven to help reduce...