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Is CrossFit Too Intense For Me?

Challenges are inevitable. Whether they come at us through fitness, careers, health, relationships or countless other human conditions, best believe you will face them. When you do, you have the choice, in that moment, to rise to the occasion…or not.

Is CrossFit Too Intense For Me? By Alan Shaw, Co-Founder of Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, SC I get this one a lot. And I won’t bury the lead. The simple answer is - it’s entirely up to you. I could go into the usual soundbites here. Tell you how CrossFit focuses on functional movements, strength training

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A Free CrossFit Workout To Jump Start Your Fitness Journey

We believe fully in the try-before-you-buy approach when it comes to our membership. Our community respects that not every person finds the entrance to their fitness journey on the same pathway. Sometimes, many doors must be opened.

A Free CrossFit Workout To Jump Start Your Fitness Journey Free CrossFit workouts are an integral part of our culture at Rhapsody Fitness. We believe fully in the try-before-you-buy approach when it comes to our membership. Our community respects that not every person finds the entrance to their fitness journey on the same pathway. Sometimes, many doors mus...

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How To Quiet Mental Chatter

It goes by many names: mental chatter, mindlessness, overthinking and even the monkey mind. And no matter what your preferred label may be, you probably know what it sounds like in your head. You also might be thinking, “What can I do about it?”.

How To Quiet Mental Chatter It goes by many names: mental chatter, mindlessness, overthinking and even the monkey mind. And no matter what your preferred label may be, you probably know what it sounds like in your head. You also might be thinking, “What can I do about it?” Quieting the Mental Chatter How do you quiet the n...

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What Is Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)?

Have you ever woken up in the morning and wondered, “Why am I so sore?” If it’s been 24-48 hours after a tough workout, then you’re probably feeling some DOMS.

What Is Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)? Have you ever woken up in the morning and wondered, “Why am I so sore?” If it’s been 24-48 hours after a tough workout, then you’re probably feeling some DOMS. What is DOMS? DOMS stands for delayed onset muscle soreness. And as the name implies, its signature feature is the delay in muscle p...

When + How To Train During Ramadan

To help keep you safely on track, we break down the when and how to workout during Ramadan.

When + How To Train During Ramadan For Muslims, Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar hallmarked by 29 to 30 days of fasting, prayer, reflection and community. Observed from April 2 to May 2 this year, fasting from dawn to sunset is fard, or obligatory for all adults. Although believed to be

The Advantages Of Meal Prepping

Very few people have tried prepping a week’s worth of meals only to declare it the worst idea ever. Why is this? Because there are so many benefits!

The Advantages Of Meal Prepping Very few people have tried prepping a week’s worth of meals only to declare it the worst idea ever. Why is this? Because there are so many benefits! Here are just some of the advantages of meal prepping: 1. You’ll save some money. We’ve all been there – standing in front of the fridge, wonde...

We’re on quality coaching, intentional programming and strong community. Join us for the best hour of your day - first class is free.

We’re on quality coaching, intentional programming and strong community. Join us for the best hour of your day - first class is free.

How To Keep Your Focus During Your Next WOD

Focusing on your next WOD and blocking out distractions, both internal and external, isn’t always easy. Some days you might find it easier to keep your focus. But on the days when your attention is anywhere but the barbell in front of you, here are some ways to keep your focus.

How To Keep Your Focus During Your Next WOD Focusing on your next WOD and blocking out distractions, both internal and external, isn’t always easy. Some days you might find it easier to keep your focus. But on the days when your attention is anywhere but the barbell in front of you, here are some ways to keep your focus. 1. Ditch your devic...

Let’s Talk Chalk

Let’s talk about chalk.

Let’s Talk Chalk Sweat is a mechanism for keeping your body cool, which is a good thing. So when you train (and your body temperature naturally rises), you sweat. And if you climb, boulder, lift weights, CrossFit or have a background in gymnastics, you know that your palms sweat. If you do one or more of these activ...

Rally At Rhapsody - The 2022 NOBULL CrossFit Open

Your time to shine! Motivation, milestones and progress! Buckle up you misfits and mavens – the 2022 NOBULL CrossFit Open is here.

Rally At Rhapsody - The 2022 NOBULL CrossFit Open By Alan Shaw, Co-Founder and Head Coach of Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, SC. Motivation, milestones and progress! Buckle up you misfits and mavens - the 2022 NOBULL CrossFit Open is here. WHAT IT IS Your time to shine. From first-timers to seasoned competitors, athletes

We’re on quality coaching, intentional programming and strong community. Join us for the best hour of your day - first class is free.

We’re on quality coaching, intentional programming and strong community. Join us for the best hour of your day - first class is free.

The Warning Signs Of Under-Recovery

A lesser-known term that also relates to your training and performance is under-recovery.

The Warning Signs Of Under-Recovery Your body needs to feel stress to respond and improve. And this stress comes in the form of workout intensity, duration and frequency. Striking the right balance of training stress leads to progress. However, if you overstress your body, your performance will decline. This is known as overtraining ....

Are You In The Pursuit Of Perfection?

The pursuit of perfection can drive us toward improvement. But it also has a dark side. A side that leads to doubt, frustration, anxiety and a lack of motivation.

Are You In The Pursuit Of Perfection? The pursuit of perfection can drive us toward improvement. But it also has a dark side. A side that leads to doubt, frustration, anxiety and a lack of motivation. Here are some signs that you might be pursuing perfection: You obsess over finding the perfect gym rather than showing up and giving the....

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What Happens When You Sit All Day?

Over the past several decades, we humans have become more and more sedentary. Because of technology, rather than being outside and moving around, we spend more time in front of a computer screen.

What Happens When You Sit All Day? Over the past several decades, we humans have become more and more sedentary. Because of technology, rather than being outside and moving around, we spend more time in front of a computer screen. A Few Facts (courtesy of juststand.org) The average person sits for 12 hours each day. Physical inactivi...

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How To Set Yourself Up For Long-Term Success

Success in any area of life doesn’t happen overnight. It requires direction, practice, awareness, realistic expectations and consistency. So whether you’re aiming for results at the gym or in another part of your life, here are some ideas on how to set yourself up for long-term success.

How To Set Yourself Up For Long-Term Success Success in any area of life doesn’t happen overnight. It requires direction, practice, awareness, realistic expectations and consistency. So whether you’re aiming for results at the gym or in another part of your life, here are some ideas on how to set yourself up for long-term success: 1. Know ...

A Quick Guide To Managing Your Screen Time

Spending too much time with our eyes glued to a screen isn’t healthy. This is a habit that disrupts productivity and sleep. It tends to encourage a more sedentary lifestyle and creates stress and anxiety.

A Quick Guide To Managing Your Screen Time Spending too much time with our eyes glued to a screen isn’t healthy. This is a habit that disrupts productivity and sleep. It tends to encourage a more sedentary lifestyle and creates stress and anxiety. But those screens? They’re not going anywhere. So, rather than eliminating screen time, we ...

Rhapsody’s Leadership Library - Our Top 5 Reads For Building Your Business + Best Self

As we careen into a new year with all its potential, we’re excited to roll out Rhapsody’s Leadership Library starting with 5 books that inspired us to become better leaders as business owners, coaches and all-around humans.

Rhapsody’s Leadership Library - Our Top 5 Reads For Building Your Business + Best Self Holistic health means exercising your mind as well as your body. As we careen into a new year with all its potential, we’re excited to roll out Rhapsody’s Leadership Library starting with 5 books that inspired us to become better leaders as business owners, coaches and all-around humans. #1 Trac...

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Is It Time To Work With A Personal Trainer?

If you’re looking for a way to level up your workouts or get a jumpstart on your goals, then it might be time to work with a personal trainer.

Is It Time To Work With A Personal Trainer? How are your workouts going? Good? Great? Or do you feel like something is missing? If you’re looking for a way to level up your workouts or get a jumpstart on your goals, then it might be time to work with a personal trainer. Here are a few great reasons to work with a personal trainer: 1.

3 Ways To Make Your Life More Playful

When was the last time you played? If it’s been a while, you’re not alone. Play is sometimes the last thing on our minds. Especially when there is work to be done, bills to be paid and chores to finish.

3 Ways To Make Your Life More Playful When was the last time you played? If it’s been a while, you’re not alone. Play is sometimes the last thing on our minds. Especially when there is work to be done, bills to be paid and chores to finish. But it turns out that making time to play has a positive effect on you, your

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Expand - Paint A Bigger Picture With A Broad Brush Using All The Colors

What a year it has been, friends.

Expand - Paint A Bigger Picture With A Broad Brush Using All The Colors By Alan Shaw, Co-Founder and Head Coach of Rhapsody Fitness in Charleston, SC What a year it has been, friends. I know this is a thing that people say, but it seems like 2021 moved at a clip that my brain could barely wrap itself around. Still processing and

Morning Chalk Up Staff’s Favorite Stories of 2021

"How CrossFit Helped Stroke Survivor, Jeffrey Fisher, Defy the Odds and Make an Extraordinary Recovery" makes Morning Chalk Up Staff's Favorite Stories of 2021.

Morning Chalk Up Staff’s Favorite Stories of 2021 Our cache of writers had a think and came up with their favorite stories of 2021, ones that were close to their hearts and brought out the best in their journalistic talent. As we welcome in 2022…

Meet Rhapsody Nutrition's Kate Hendley

All about meeting you where you are, Kate prides herself on keeping it real – creating and holding a judgment-free space for you to develop a positive relationship with food and focus on balanced longevity.

Meet Rhapsody Nutrition's Kate Hendley KATE HENDLEY NUTRITIONIST | RHAPSODY NUTRITION Born and raised in the Lowcountry, Kate glided onto the ice as a competitive figure skater for nearly a decade before trading her skates for sneakers as a track and cross country athlete. Immersed in solo sports, Kate developed a consuming drive for suc...

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Understanding And Managing High Cortisol Levels

Cortisol is commonly referred to as “the stress hormone.” This is because your body releases cortisol in response to stress – which is a good thing! The problem with cortisol is when the levels remain high for extended periods of time.

Understanding And Managing High Cortisol Levels Cortisol is commonly referred to as “the stress hormone.” This is because your body releases cortisol in response to stress - which is a good thing! The problem with cortisol is when the levels remain high for extended periods of time. What Causes High Cortisol Levels? When you experience stress...