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Is training three times a week enough to make progress, or do you need to show up more often to really see results?

In this episode, we break down the thin line between doing too little and doing too much. We talk about realistic expectations, individual goals, recovery, and how training frequency should look when you are just starting CrossFit.

Whether your goal is to get fitter, feel better, or build long term consistency, this episode will help you understand how often you should train without burning out or undertraining.

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In Part 2 of this two-part series, we continue answering one of the most common questions beginners ask: What are the most common mistakes in CrossFit, and how can I avoid them?

Building on the foundation from Part 1, we cover the remaining two key mistakes we see most often in new athletes, based on more than 10 years of coaching experience. These are the habits and decisions that tend to hold people back long-term if they are not addressed early.

This episode is about awareness, smarter choices, and understanding how to train in a way that supports consistency, progress, and longevity.

If you want to avoid common beginner traps and keep moving forward with confidence, this episode brings the series to a strong and practical close.

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In this two-part series, we answer one of the most common questions we hear from new CrossFit athletes: What are the most common mistakes beginners make, and how can I avoid them?

Drawing on more than 10 years of hands-on coaching experience, we break down the mistakes that most often slow progress, create frustration, or lead to unnecessary setbacks early on. In Part 1, we focus on two of the four key topics we prepared, keeping the episode within our 15-minute AMRAP format.

If you are new to CrossFit, thinking about starting, or simply want to train smarter and build a solid foundation, this episode will give you clarity and direction from day one.

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Welcome to the first episode of the new year. As we step into 2026, we want to talk about what real, sustainable progress should actually look like.

In this episode, we focus on setting realistic expectations, the difference between long-term progress and dramatic January goals, and why patience and consistency matter more than short bursts of intensity. We also discuss how progress often shows up quietly through better habits, improved recovery, and smarter training decisions.

We close by restarting the 15-minute AMRAP series and inviting you to send us your questions. No question is too obvious. Write them all.

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As we approach New Year's Eve, this special episode is a moment to pause and look back on the year that just passed. In the constant race to get better, many athletes overlook the progress they have already made.

In this episode, we reframe what progress really means and highlight improvements members often ignore, such as better movement quality, increased confidence, improved work capacity, showing up more consistently, handling harder workouts, and feeling more capable outside the gym.

This episode is about awareness, perspective, and recognizing that progress is often bigger than numbers on the whiteboard.

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Christmas is just around the corner, one of our favorite times of the year for rest, family, and connection. But it often comes with a lot of food, sweets, and pressure to be either perfect or to give up completely.

In this 15-minute AMRAP episode, we focus on removing fear and guilt around the holidays. We explain why a few festive days will not undo months of consistent training, why progress is built over time and not in perfect weeks, and how to make simple, reasonable choices around food, alcohol, sleep, and movement.

The goal is to enjoy Christmas without turning it into a control exercise and without stressing about losing progress you worked hard for.

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In Part 2, we continue with the next set of unwritten rules that every CrossFitter should follow.

We talk about training with integrity (yes, that means doing all your reps), welcoming new athletes, and keeping good gym hygiene.

We also cover the importance of communicating with your coaches and how to represent yourself when visiting another CrossFit gym.

A practical guide to being a respectful, honest, and inspiring member of any CrossFit community—inside and outside Smart Move.

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In this episode, we dive into the first five unwritten rules of CrossFit, the ones that keep classes running smoothly, the community strong, and your progress on track.

From booking and cancelling classes responsibly, to giving your full attention at the whiteboard, leaving your ego at the door, scaling smart, and encouraging others without turning into an amateur coach, these are the habits that shape a great CrossFit environment.

A simple, honest look at the behaviours that make training better for everyone.

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In this episode, we answer the question: How do coaches decide the time cap for a workout?

Bart explains why time caps aren't random, they're built around the intended stimulus, the intensity we want, and how long each movement should realistically take for different levels of athletes.

We talk about pacing estimates, smart scaling, and why finishing within the time cap usually means you're hitting the workout the way it was designed. Plus, how time caps keep classes running smoothly and why logging your scores matters more than you think.

A clear, practical breakdown that will make your next metcon make a lot more sense.

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Today we answer another thoughtful question from our Smart Move community. Imagine you're a masters athlete, 55+, who didn't do much sports before discovering CrossFit. Since joining, your progress went up quickly at first, then continued steadily over time. Now you're wondering:

As a late-starting masters athlete, can you still make real progress in CrossFit? And if you're taking blood pressure medication, should you adjust your workout routine?

We explore this with empathy—because, honestly, we'll all be in this stage sooner than we think. The surprising truth is that strength and performance can still improve as we age. With proper recovery, good sleep, and balanced nutrition, the body adaptively handles physical stress even later in life.

More muscle means better bone density. More activity means a higher quality of life. And progress always starts with a first step—whether it's a daily walk, joining a gym, or showing up to class.

A motivating conversation for anyone beginning their fitness journey later in life, or wondering what's possible in the years ahead.

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