Strength Outside The Box

This week we are sitting down with Patrick and Katherine Mott -- brother and sister coaches and athletes at HCCF. We discuss how finding CrossFit at such early ages has affected how they live their lives as well as their relationship with each other. This is such a fun interview. If you thought you liked Katherine and Patrick before, just wait until you hear this one!       Links to topics discussed in this episode: Hampton Cove CrossFit More millenial speak fun Rogue Leather Belt Key Chain Lauren's Top by Savage

Meet Willa Cummings! Part owner of Hampton Cove CrossFit, CrossFit Kids coach, and nurse at Huntsville Hospital. Lauren and Amy were fascinated to hear her perspective on how important it is to lay down the foundation of physical health from an early age. Spending her weekends taking care of sick folks has made her a huge advocate of the CrossFit methodologies. If your kids aren't signed up for CrossFit Kids yet, you are sure to be giving it some serious thought after listening to this episode!     Hampton Cove CrossFit Rocket City Rocks Sickness-Wellness-Fitness Continuum Light Bulb Moments Episode Lauren's Top by Savage

In this episode, Amy does not remember how to say "nine" in Spanish. But luckily Jon is with us and does most of the talking so she doesn't embarrass herself more than she has to! Jon is the owner of Hampton Cove CrossFit, although listen in to hear how he is quick to label himself as an athlete first. We love Jon for his seemingly unwavering ability to remain cool-headed to anything life throws at him, and how he always seems to have a quote ready to make you stop and think. Some of our favorites from this episode are, "Attitude is everything," and "Make today better than yesterday." And P.S. How great is our new logo?!?! HUGE thanks to Nogginhed Tshirt Co. for designing it for us!!   Links to topics discussed in this episode: Hampton Cove CrossFit Hey, Amy....NUEVE = Nine More Dumbbells! Lauren's top by Savage Barbell  

In Episode 8, Amy and Lauren chat about their most recent trips to fitness facilities outside of HCCF. They attempt to explain the various yoga poses they have been working on. Then Lauren tells us all about her new favorite non-CrossFit workout at Zoom and how a 3lb dumb bell can start to feel really heavy!   Links to topics discussed in this episode: Bird of Paradise Hot Yoga of Huntsville Lotus Pose Sage Pose Crow Pose Mountain Pose  Zoom Lauren's Top by Savage

Amy and Lauren are so excited to sit down this week with Curtis Parker! He is one of our favorite coaches at Hampton Cove CrossFit, father of five, and all around badass gym junky. We get to discuss how he literally takes his fitness outside the box as he delves into how his workouts help him perform his tough day job. He also lays down a definitive answer for us the to the age old question of, “Will I get bulky if I do CrossFit?”     Links to topics discussed in this episode:   Hampton Cove CrossFit The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding Lauren's Top by Savage Barbell 

In this episode we finally sit down with our friend, Celena Piazza, an L2 CrossFit coach and fellow athlete at Hampton Cove CrossFit. We pick her brain about all things rest today. She tells us why it is important to listen to your body and take those rest days whether you are a masters athlete or a spring chicken.   Links to topics discussed in this episode: Hampton Cove CrossFit Friends Clip: Ross and Susan fight over the name Jordy Sean Paul - "Get Busy" Tom Brady can't dance

Surprise!!! We recorded a Wednesday episode! Amy discusses her new outline for finding some rest in her day, and Lauren has a "lightbulb" moment during today's WOD. Meanwhile, Amy has decided to stop giving a fudge. So there. Head on over to our Facebook page to tell us about your most recent lightbulb moment in the gym! We might just talk about it on our next podcast! Links to topics discussed in this episode: Muscles and Meaning: Quality not Quantity Lauren' top by Savage Barbell

"Strength Outside the Box" for fellow CrossFit(TM) athlete, Kristi Kirk, means taking life one step at a time. Whether she is hiking along the Chinese Wall in Montana, running a marathon, executing perfect squats (her fave!), or dealing with the inevitable life curve ball, she never lets any task get her down for long. Lauren and Amy were absolutely floored by this girl. Have a listen and see why you will also be likely to yell out for Kristi to give you some emotional support in the middle of your next hard workout. She lays out the secret to life, guys! This is a good one!   Links to things discussed in the episode: Chinese Wall in the Bob Marshall Wilderness Zoom Huntsville Lauren's top by Savage Barbell

In this episode, Amy and Lauren discuss their recent photo shoot for the podcast. Then they delve into the increasingly problematic issue many women have of stretching themselves too thin. They discuss how they have attempted to deal with it in the past and potential strategies for dealing with it in the future.   Links to things discussed in this episode: Ring Light for all your selfie-taking needs Cara Alwill Leyba Arianna Huffington's thoughts on multitasking The Pomodoro Technique Lauren's sports bra by the incredible Savage Barbell

In our second episode... Amy discusses her new intention on rest and how she has no earthly idea how to achieve it. Lauren takes us through some V annoying millennial phrases and Amy and Lauren express feeling JOMO in not ever using them. EVER. Also, Lauren is going to rock booty shorts and she is picking up some millennials on her bus this week. Links discussed in the show this week: 15 Phrases Millennials Use But No One Else Understands Savage Barbell Booty Shorts Calm App Lauren's sports bra by the incredible Savage Barbell

Welcome to Strength Outside the Box!  It is our very first episode and we talk about ourselves! Amy is a Certified Whole30 Coach and general health and wellness junkie from a young age. She discusses a little about the Whole30 program and has a rather uncomfortable time nailing down one recipe to share as her current favorite. Lauren is the brains and heart behind the Blog, Muscles and Meaning. She wants to get real about what life actually looks like for a normal lady both in and outside the gym, and about what it means to be a busy mom doing her best to be her best in every way she can. Links discussed in the show this week: Muscles and Meaning Whole30 Mel Joulwan's Rogan Josh Seasoning Lauren's sports bra by the incredible Savage Barbell