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No I’m not talking about digging deep into your gut to get that last rep before time is up or getting that PR. I’m talking about something that is not for the weak of stomach, no pun intended. I’m talking about the bacteria(bugs) that make up your digestive system. Did you know that in our bodies bacteria outnumber our cells 10 to 1, with the majority of them, over 100 trillion, residing in our intestines. We have a symbiotic relationship with these bacteria as they aid in the breakdown of nutrients from our food that we would otherwise not be able to digest. These include Vitamins like B and K, amino acids and glycans (sugars). These bacteria also protect us from ‘bad’ bacteria and germs and influence our moods. We underplay the importance that our gut bacteria (gut biome) have to our well being through our germ a phobic ways....Read more

By: Sierra Wright From the time I started working at Double Edge I’ve been asked what my diet consists of and fortunately when I’m asked I can answer honestly and confidently. Nutrition is another passion of mine alongside my fitness journey. I have no “secret” I just stay consistent and true to myself with everything I put into my body. This doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy a donut (my weakness) or hot wings here or there but this just means I eat everything in moderation. I have trained my body and my mind to instead of eating until I’m full I eat until I am satisfied. Choosing what we eat is always difficult especially if we work long hours, find time to go to the gym and still have a family to tend to when we get home, but it’s not impossible. It’s making a little extra time or putting...Read more

By: Trent Soares This upcoming weekend the Double Edge Team is gathering for our Annual Retreat to recap 2016 and set new goals for 2017. We do this yearly to make sure that we are constantly striving to provide the best possible experience to our members and to our community. It is a special opportunity that we take very seriously because you, the member, deserve it. I enjoy this experience because it gives us the chance to see the progress that we have made. I am excited to recap 2016 being that it was such a successful year for us. But without the strong support of our clients, none of this would be possible. I want to thank you members sincerely for creating the image that Double Edge has taken today, and thank you for being a part of our community! Please click HERE to witness our gratitude!       Group...Read more

Today we’ll be testing “DT” to be retested in two months, be there or miss those gains! In honor of USAF SSgt Timothy P. Davis, 28, who was killed on Feburary, 20 2009 supporting operations in OEF when his vehicle was struck by an IED. Timothy is survived by his wife Megan and one-year old son T.J.   Make sure to check out the rest of this week’s programming and how to take it on by clicking here!   Group Class Workout   Warm Up: 2 minutes on a machine (75-80%) 2 rounds: 15 Russian kettlebell swings, 12 goblet squats, 2 lap run Finish with: 1 minute banded front rack, 15 PVC pass throughs, 15 PVC good mornings     Strength: Front Squats Welded: 6×4  at 70-75% (every 2 minutes) Welded Lean: 6×7 at moderate weight       MetCon: Welded: “DT” (test) 5 Rounds 12 deadlifts (155#/105#) 9 hang power cleans...Read more

TODAY IS A TEST DAY!! YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS CLASS!! If you’re not sure what a “test day” is or need a reminder check out Coach Joaquin’s blog by clicking this link. Group Class Workout Warm Up:   3 lap run, 2 laps backward, 20 jump switch lunges, 15 goblet squats, 20 situps, 10 stretch lunges, 5 inchworms Finish with: 20 leg swings, 15 PVC pass throughs, 15 PVC good mornings   Strength: Back Squat (every 1:30) Welded: 6×3 at 80% Welded Lean: 6×5 at a moderate weight   MetCon: Welded & Welded Lean: “Cindy” 20 minute AMRAP 5 pull-ups 10 push-ups 15 air squats   Mobility of the Day:  Couch Stretch (pg.331), 2-3 minutes each side. Improves: Squat position, hip and lower back pain.Read more