CrossFit: How it changed the Training Game Forever

CrossFit has not only made better athletes out of everyday Johns and Janes.  In my opinion it has especially stepped up the game for the quality of Coaches and Trainers out there.  (If you have no idea what I'm talking about go to crossfit.com immediately!)  As a personal trainer and CrossFit Coach, it has made me look deeper at technique, mobility, programming and my idea of thinking outside the box.  I have explored modalities that I did not practice before Olympic Lifting and Gymnastics that have made me a much better all-around athlete and coach.  I have learned much more through watching videos of Kelly Starrett and Carl Paoli than I have every learned from any national certifications I have paid for.  I believe CrossFit has set the stage and drawn the line between good coaches and bad coaches.  If you are honest with yourself you can't get away with Coaching CrossFit without living it and studying it everyday. CrossFit has given the opportunity for great coaches to shine and demand that coaches are always on top of their game.  Sure there are also bad coaches in CrossFit just like in big box gyms, but my hope is that more athletes begin to learn from their own experiences and are able to appreciate their coaches when they come across the good ones.  Do your research and ask questions.  (to be continued)
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My New Gym Location in the Heart of Chelsea!

Come check out the new gym location I'll be training from in 2012! Complete Body & Spa - 19th St. is conveniently located in the heart of Chelsea at 22 West 19th St. between 5th and 6th Avenues.  I will be offering one-on-one training sessions as well as an exclusive new class only at this location in NYC called ViPR Plus+ Group Training Class, it incorporates ViPR as well as other functional tools such as ropes, kettlebells, medicine balls and much more to give you a well-rounded calorie burning work out.  Space is limited so email me today to receive the upcoming winter class schedule. 


I really like to train at Complete Body & Spa and I know you will too.  They really do have an extensive variety of equipment to fulfill every training need and I was also impressed at how clean everything was kept. 


"Often described as a fitness fanatic and personal trainer’s dream gym – our 19^th St location offers an extensive selection of some of the most revered fitness equipment in the industry. We’ve got it all: hanging heavy bags, weighted sleds, heavy ropes, an extensive cardio line, isometric equipment, one of New York’s premiere free weight collections, and a full selectorized circuit. There’s every tool at our members and trainers disposal to create any dream body imaginable." - Complete Body & Spa


Come check it out for yourself!  Email me at gaelfitnesstrainer@gmail.com and I'll set you up with a free 7-Day pass.  

Strength Coach Podcasts

Just wanted to share with you all the Strength Coach.com podcasts that I just linked to my site. This is a great resource for information on functional exercise and its purpose. Its not all about getting buff. I've learned some many things from these podcasts. You should check it out!

Also, some updates...last month I got certified as pre/post natal and have also been promoted to Tier II Trainer at Equinox. Loving my new job and getting fit!

This Spring I'll be starting both private and group fitness training at Prospect Park, Brooklyn. Let me know if you are interested!