How to keep your hands tear free.
They say you can tell a CrossFitter by their hands. The abrasions caused by barbells, pull up bars, kettlebells and everything in between can leave our hands feeling rather tender. Here are some of our favourite tips to keeping your hands pain and rip free. Moisturise Dry skin creates callus’s, and calluses create blisters under […]
December 2020 Member of the Month
Member of the Month – Amar Congratulations Amar! Amar was eager to kickstart her fitness journey post lockdown and hasn’t looked back. She is determined to create a good routine, making effort to regularly show up to class, all whilst giving her best effort! We can’t wait to see what Amar achieves in 2021. Keep up […]
Pecan Protein Oats
Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Course Breakfast Pecan Protein Oats is a great recipe to bulk produce ready for the week ahead. Bulk preparing means less time spent in the kitchen, ensuring we always have a meal ready to go, so we don’t miss any meals. An easy go-to recipe that feels like dessert. Eating […]
Mushroom Frittata
Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 30 minutes Course Breakfast Ingredients 3 tbsp Butter8 Eggs1/2 cup Cheddar cheeseSea saltBlack pepper1 Onion, thinly sliced1 cup Button mushrooms2 cups baby spinach Method Directions With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to180°C. Butter an 8-inch square baking dish. Set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Add […]
Breakfast Stuffed Capsicum
Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 40 minutes Course Breakfast Ingredients 1 tbsp Coconut oil1 Onion, diced1 cup Mushrooms, sliced1 Tomato, diced3 cups baby spinach1⁄2 tsp Garlic powderSalt, to tastechilli, to taste4 capsicum, slicedin half and deseeded8 Eggs, beaten4 slices Bacon, nitrite-free Add rice or potato for extra carbohydrates. Method Preheat your oven to 180°C Melt the oil […]
November 2020 Member of the Month
Member of the Month – Simon Congratulations Simon! Simon made a commitment to his training during the lockdown and hasn’t slowed down since. He puts in 100% effort into every class, makes everyone feel welcome and encourages others! Keep up the great work Simon. If you had to say something to someone looking to try […]
Why is protein important?
Protein is a necessary part of our diets. People of all ages, ethnicities, and genders need protein for longevity and survival. Protein is one of 3 macronutrients. Protein, Carbohydrates and Fat. Macronutrients help us digest food, absorb nutrients and produce hormones. They impact our immune function, cell structure and function, body composition and metabolic function. […]
August 2020 Member of the Month
Member of the Month – Dwayne Congratulations Dwayne! Dwayne has taken huge steps towards improving his health and fitness. Dwayne made a commitment to changing his diet to reach his personal goals. Behind the scenes he has been focused on his nutrition and mixing in a weekly training session or two. His dedication has been […]
What to expect during a CrossFit group class?
Whether you have tried a CrossFit group session or thinking about it here is what to expect during group classes; Group classes start with a coach lead warm up. Your coach will demonstrate the movements and you will copy. Warm ups normally run for 10-15 minutes and are designed to increase your heart rate and […]
Goal Setting Made Easy
At CrossFit Oxygen we are all about helping you reach your goals. Whether that’s in the gym or outside if we can help we will, if not we will cheer from the sideline. Setting goals is important to keep us motivated. We love feeling like we are ticking off our achievements and moving forward throughout […]