Tag: fitness
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Summer Programming Cycle, June 6th – September 4th
We see summer as a time when people are generally very busy making the most of nice weather: playing, sporting, doing yard work, etc. Our next programming cycle runs through summer–and our goals reflect our desire to support you having your very best summer. One goal is to maintain strength while shifting focus to hypertrophy…
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December Athlete of the Month: Riley Haberland
December’s Athlete of the Month is the wonderful Riley Haberland! Riley has been a part of the morning workout crew for over two years. If you’ve not made it to a 6am or 6:30am class you’ve missed out on a serious lifting buddy and some serious laughs. Coach Jeff says “I met Riley doing Ragnar…
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August Athlete of the Month: Heather Stratton
August’s Athlete of the Month is Heather Stratton! Heather’s been a Solcana member for over a year and is committed to putting in the work of her fitness journey. Coach Garrett Hoffman says “Heather is an incredibly consistent and dedicated athlete whose drive and motivation are enviable! I love watching Heather as she constantly strives…
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July Athlete of the Month: Matthew Rubbelke
Congratulations to July’s Athlete of the Month, Matthew Rubbelke! As Coach Hannah says, “Matt is the kind of person you immediately want to get to know. He is warm and open, and makes you feel special right away! He is an incredible energy to have in class and probably won “best smile” in his high…
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May Athletes of the Month: Ewan Scotto and Josh Humphrey
With so many amazing athletes showing up to online classes, we have to celebrate two for May! Congratulations to Ewan Scotto and Josh Humphrey – both super consistent athletes who are stepping up to home workouts. Coach Hannah says “now that we are virtual, Ewan has totally embraced this time in their fitness journey and…
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April Athlete of the Month: Carrie Bain
“Hello?!” Carrie just uttering “hello?!” is enough to get giggles out of her fellow athletes. Spend a whole workout with her and you’re sure to laugh. Coach Jenn says “I knew Carrie before she came to us and I am SO GLAD she is here. She took body adapt and beginner strength and then transitioned…
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March Athlete of the Month: Mimi Amelang
Mimi joined Solcana in 2017 with a strength training interest, looking to lift more seriously on a Powerlifting team. She’s become a staple of the Solcana lifting community; attending meets, challenging herself and supporting her fellow lifters. Mimi focuses on Strength and Power Lifting, attending CrossFit and Mobility classes to support her training. Coach Jenn…
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AN ELITE TEAM OF MAVERICKS
AN ELITE TEAM OF MAVERICKS By: Lauren Anderson I think it’s hard to ask for help. Especially when it’s something I don’t want to do. And something I’m not good at. And ESPECIALLY when it’s a weak spot in my personal bravery threshold. In fact, by a cruel twist of irony, I think the hardest…
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WHEN WE METABOLIZE THE CRIES
WHEN WE METABOLIZE THE CRIES By: Lauren Anderson One thing that I don’t think gets talked about enough is how emotional a workout can be. And I know what you might be thinking: But wait Lauren, isn’t that like, the ONLY thing you talk about on this blog? And yes, you are correct about that.…
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THE DESTINY OF A JEDI
THE DESTINY OF A JEDI By: Lauren Anderson So, I recently started recording this podcast called “Wrong About Everything” (Shameless plug! But you can find it on all major podcast outlets! Wink!) It’s a political podcast featuring two republicans and two democrats talking about the week’s news etc. Except it’s “funny” and everyone on the…
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