By: Alvie Hafen   BattleGrounds is two months away, basically right around the corner! The first two workouts have already been released. An endurance workout  along with a well known Welded benchmark workout, “Randy”. I know there are a number of you who are interested and some on the fence about whether or not to compete in this 2-day event. So I am here to answer some questions and give some insight on the event. First off, what is Battle Grounds? Battle Grounds is a functional fitness sporting event. It is designed to test all aspects of fitness. Battle Grounds is focused on being a high quality competition in Northern Nevada.  This will be the 4th year of the annual competition and it is looking to be the biggest and the BEST! BG is a 2-day event starting Saturday morning and will go through Sunday mid afternoon. Location: Double Edge South, 6450 South Virginia, Reno, NV 89511...Read more

GROUP CLASS WORKOUT Warm Up: 2 Rounds 10 single arm kettlebell front rack split squats (each side) 20 glute bridges 15 single arm kettlebell bent over rows (each arm) 10 single arm kettlebell presses (each arm) Finish with: 10 tempo air squats Strength: Back Squats (every 1:30) 4×4 3×2 MetCon: Welded: 14 minute AMRAP 2 Rounds 9 clean and jerks (135#/95#) 18 box jump overs (24″/20″) 2 Rounds 9 chest to bar pull ups 18 air squats Welded Athlete: 10 alternating pistols Welded Lean: 15 minute AMRAP 20 dumbbell front rack walking lunges (50#/35#) 10 dumbbell Devil’s press (50#/35#) 20 toes to ring 3 minute rest 15 minute AMRAP 10 dumbbell front squats (50#/35#) 20 dumbbell push ups 10 dumbbell deadlifts (50#/35#)Read more

The 4th of July is more than just hot dogs, fireworks and BBQ’s, it is recognizing the independence of our nation that gave birth to the freedoms that we currently own. On July 4th, 1776, the thirteen colonies claimed their independence from Great Britain which led to the formation of the United States. In honor of Independence Day Double Edge will be closed at both locations. We hope that you enjoy the holiday and take a moment to give thanks to our forefathers who so boldly proclaimed freedom when they signed the Declaration of Independence 242 years ago.Read more

You’re not going to want to miss class today as it is a “retest” day! If you are new or need a refresher as to what test/retest days are and why we do them check out Coach Joaquin’s original post on the topic by clicking here. GROUP CLASS WORKOUT Warm Up: 400 meter run 20 front and side leg swings 20 meters each: high knees butt kickers walking stretch lunge heel walks toe walks Finish with: 4 x 50 meter sprints MetCon: Welded & Welded Lean: Retest Day: “Jerry” For Time: 1 mile run 2K row 1 mile runRead more

By: Trent Soares Here are some things that I have learned as part of my experience with taking a toddler to the pool/beach/lake. Outside of the obvious of packing sunscreen and floaties I would like to share some parenting tips that have helped my family. Wagon Getting from the car to the perfect spot is tricky. You always have to be ready to pick the kiddo up so I have found that buying a wagon or rolling carts with tough, sand-ready wheels are a smart asset. I have had a huge success with loading up my wagon prior to the trip. That way the drop off and pick up is smooth because there is room in the car for the load. Bonus features are ones that fold up, this is extremely clutch for keeping the garage gym dream alive. Tent I have an infant and toddler. When my daughter was...Read more