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CrossFit Open 2019
The Crossfit open is kicking off on 21st of February this year, and we are more excited than ever, as we will get to celebrate this with two of our awesome CrossFit communities; CrossFit Nidus and Cro...

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I sort of fell into crossfit by accident if I am honest. The 8 week challenge was recommended by a professional who knew Matt and Aneta. Although I wasn't entirely sure what I was in for! But I was incredibly fit as a teenager long distance hiking and walking were my love. At 17 I was placed on a medication that made me pile on weight making walking much harder and as a result have been yoyo dieting ever since. I've tried various exercise but things went pear shaped in 2014 after trying a personal trainer who pushed me to my limit and I slipped two vertebrae in my back. This has been my main disability for years, out of fear I've been terrified to push myself. Until last year, I've wanted to hike again since I stopped being able to, I was tired of waiting for a magic wand, I decided I would try my best and work with my body as it was.

Because of my physical injury I had a physio assessment who recommended how my sessions should be dictated starting with 1-2-1 20-30minute sessions 3 times a week. This was more than enough and I struggled but Aneta made sure I was coping and adapted exercises where appropriate and still does. I've gradually built up to hour sessions just beginning to join in with classes. I have been going 3 times a week on the whole since September now and I'm getting stronger. Every week I do things I'd never thought possible from my body and it's all down to the team creating a safe environment for me to progress and they are always checking in with me because some days are better than others. But it's little things as well, thanks to the lifestyle changes with the nutrition plan (which is another part of the package) I have dropped two dress size and my eating habits are so much healthier.
This is the most consistent exercise I have done since I was 17 and I enjoy doing it! It's been 10 years and I now like pushing myself and I'm intending on continuing for the distant future! My end goal is to walk the Camino de Santiago a 500m pilgrimage across northern Spain, something I've felt the need to do for years but it is no easy feat, and it's finally looking like I'll be able to do it with time and not just a dream. #thisisnidus #crossfituk

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Eating too much too quick is a common issue, take your time to eat. Allow your brain to catch up with the stomach and know when it’s full. Most of us actually have eaten too much before our brain actually registers we are full. Then typically we feel too full and uncomfortable.
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Here you have everything about us in one photo ! Strange statement in a way. We are not a gym built on competition, 98% of our members are here for their health. This photo shows the community though, it’s feel, it’s soul and its fun. Head coach and owner @anetaspesh her coach @jon_pamment jon has been the only coach Aneta has known. 2 rookies this year @sophie_l_howell and @willseaman98 both have developed massively in such a short period of time, and there is so much more yet to come from them. Above all though friends to the point of family ♥️ #nidus #thisisnidus #opentoall #fitness #functionalfitness #crossfit #gethealthy #strong #stroud #stonehouse #gloucester #cotswolds #teamwork #weightlifting #crossfitcommunity #crossfituk #support #crossfitaffiliates #community #progressionnotperfection #gymnastics #crossfittraining #mindset #conditioning #youcan #functionaltraining #crossfitkids #progressnotperfection #crossfit #friends #bebraveenoughtosuckatsomethingnew
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Get out and have a walk, enjoy slowing down for a day. The body needs rest and recovery from exercise, without this it simply can not repair itself and replenish its own systems for healthy living
#nidus #thisisnidus #opentoall #fitness #functionalfitness #crossfit #gethealthy #strong #stroud #stonehouse #gloucester #cotswolds #teamwork #weightlifting #crossfitcommunity #crossfituk #support #crossfitaffiliates #community #progressionnotperfection #gymnastics #crossfittraining #mindset #conditioning #youcan #functionaltraining #crossfitkids #progressnotperfection #crossfit #friends #bebraveenoughtosuckatsomethingnew
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Movement The Clean ! One of the olympic lifts and a blend of power and technical movement . Here the focus for us and our coaches is form not load. When the form is right the load will come. Try something challenging and come for a trial session
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Good luck this weekend as our team hits @strengthindepthuk the UK’s sanctional event. There they will compete for the affiliate cup but mainly just for fun !
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Mobility is often an issue for a lot of us. Time means we all have our little instabilities or old injuries that play a part in our bodies not quite moving how they should or did. We always have a thorough warm up, to help the body get ready for the work to come. It will make sure you body can move correctly. For those of us that have greater issues we have an in house physio @louisthephysio who can fully screen you and give you some long term mobility work. Again with anything consistency is key ! Use it or lose it
#nidus #thisisnidus #opentoall #fitness #functionalfitness #crossfit #gethealthy #strong #stroud #stonehouse #gloucester #cotswolds #teamwork #weightlifting #crossfitcommunity #crossfituk #support #crossfitaffiliates #community #progressionnotperfection #gymnastics #crossfittraining #mindset #conditioning #youcan #functionaltraining #crossfitkids #progressnotperfection #crossfit #friends #bebraveenoughtosuckatsomethingnew
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It’s fantastic for us to have such great members like @mikkiponter not only because she makes the best cakes ever (fact according to our official cake eater) but because she is a prime example of what a community should be about. She has become an integral part of us. Crazy mud runs with other members and always on hand for our social activities.
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Training is hard yes, but it’s got to be fun. Ultimately if you want to make change, you will have to step outside of the comfort zone. However doing this in great company with fun and no ego’s makes it so much easier. This is what we as a community are all about. No one takes themselves too seriously, it’s about making friends and supporting each other. To find out more drop us a message and have a chat
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Bit of decorating for the day done !

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Check out our friend, available by appointment in CrossFit Nidus

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2 great tips for better sleep, without good sleep, our recovery system is compromised. Our ability to think clearly and the bodies immune system is also degraded significantly. Ongoing lack of sleep can also contribute to weight gain and diabetes.
1– Your window furnishings
How dark your room is plays an important role in how well you sleep. The absence of light sends a message to the body that it is time to rest. Light exposure interferes with the body’s internal sleep clock. Blackout blinds are a great idea and will make sure your sleep isn’t disturbed by early sunlight.
2 – Digital detox
So much has been written about the effect of digital devices on sleep. Not only do the chimes of late night texts, emails and social media posts interrupt sleep, the low-level blue light emitted by screens and mobile phones also interferes with your sleep/wake cycle. Ditch the digital devices from the bedroom and avoid using tablets and mobiles, or watching TV, at least one hour before bed-time. What can you do instead? Take a cool shower, or read a real book.
#nidus #thisisnidus #opentoall #fitness #functionalfitness #crossfit #gethealthy #strong #stroud #stonehouse #gloucester #cotswolds #teamwork #weightlifting #crossfitcommunity #crossfituk #support #crossfitaffiliates #community #progressionnotperfection #gymnastics #crossfittraining #mindset #conditioning #youcan #functionaltraining #crossfitkids #progressnotperfection #crossfit #friends #bebraveenoughtosuckatsomethingnew
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