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How to Gain Muscle

This year, I’ve embarked on a running plan with some strength work geared toward running. That includes lots of single-leg work, hamstrings, and core, plus a good amount of glute training by adding in the hip & core program. Although, I also want my upper body to be more akin…

Why You Need to Go Slower to Get Faster

I was lucky enough to get away this week for a few days of skiing. I’ve developed some skills on the mountain from my years living in Colorado, but now that I’m in Texas, my legs aren’t in ski shape like they used to be. Later in the day, I…

You’re Stretching All Wrong

Alright, Crossover Fam, it’s time to come clean with it. Despite the muscled-up athletes we share on our advertisements and our repeated use of the word “SCAPJACKED”… Crossover Symmetry does not build muscles. Can you use the bands in a way that will yield hypertrophy? Sure. But our programs alone…

Just Keep Swimming

At one point in my life, I decided to do a Triathlon.  I was a good runner and could survive on the bike for that time, so I just had to apply my fitness to get through the water. As a lifeguard throughout High School, I knew “how” to swim…

Zen and The Art of RV Repair

About a month ago, I picked up an old RV. It’s still in great shape and ready for some good adventures—it only needed a little love. The major problem I found was that I couldn’t fire up the generator. It was running great on a quick weekend trip, but it…

Mobility Gains. No Stretching Necessary.

I want to dive into a post I left on our Instagram this week about stretching.   Like everything else in the health and fitness world, it’s a topic with a range of opinions.  The strength haters and medical professionals say stretching is the only way to keep your joints from…

The Magic You May Be Missing In Your Workout Program

One question I get weekly is… “What makes Crossover Symmetry different than other bands on the market?  And there is plenty when it comes to the quality and durability our sleeved bands provide. Not to mention an accidental break won’t cause you to lose an eye, and we’ll make sure…

5 Ways to Develop Athleticism in Your Kids for a Lifetime of Healthy Living

Kids and Fitness This week I was introduced to Meghan Phillips, a doctor of Kinesiology, and responsible for some creative exercise work done with her Crossover Symmetry gear. Check out her Instagram @megphil_fit for a buffet of options for new and challenging exercise ideas. But where our conversation took off was with…

How to Cook Up a Great Workout

My latest obsession is The Chef Show on Netflix. Together, Jon Favreau and chef Roy Choi kick it in the kitchen with chefs and other celebrities as they make and eat all types of good food. Throughout the show, Roy plays the Obi-Wan to Jon and teaches the tricks of the…

Key To Winning Your Workout

I’m writing this on a flight back from Salt Lake City. No distractions and I passed on the in-flight cocktail to crank out a remarkable piece to help people train better. I’ve got the research and bullet points, but for 30 minutes, I’ve stared at a screen of nothing. Finally,…