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CrossFit Hero Workout: Murph
Honor Navy Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy with the Murph Hero WOD. Learn how to perform the workout with scaling options for RX, intermediate, and beginner levels.
Schedule: The CrossFit Open at Blue Eagle
Friday, Feb 28
We’re hosting Friday Night Lights starting at 6 PM. (Regular 4:30 and 5:30 PM classes are canceled for this day.)
Friday, Mar 7
Another Friday Night Lights at 6 PM. (Regular 4:30 and 5:30 PM classes are canceled for this day.)
Saturday, Mar 15
Open workout at 9 AM.
Monday, Mar 17
Open workout at your normal class time.
Monday Motivation: Ignite Your Passion at the CrossFit Open!
The CrossFit Open is the world’s largest participatory sporting event and a true testament to our commitment to personal growth. Whether you’re chasing that elusive first pull-up, conquering double-unders, or simply striving to beat your personal best, every workout is a step toward mastery. This is your chance to test your fitness, track your progress through data, and set meaningful goals that align with your purpose. Remember, the Open is designed with everyone in mind—from Foundations and Scaled athletes to those ready to Rx. Every version of the workout is a celebration of progress, no matter your starting point.
Tuesday Motivation - Say Yes to Adventure
Some of our adventures are smaller.
- For me, adventures include taking my oldest daughter and her ten freshman swim teammates out to dinner,
- Driving across Texas for my 16-year-old’s water polo tournaments, and
- Sitting down with my 96-year-old grandmother to hear about the best decisions of her life.
Hero Workout: Daniel
"Daniel" is a powerful Hero WOD that pays tribute to Army Sergeant 1st Class Daniel Crabtree, who tragically lost his life in Iraq. The workout is a combination of endurance and strength, with a mix of bodyweight exercises, running, and weightlifting, designed to challenge both your mental and physical limits.
Why You Shouldn’t Do A Nutrition Challenge
Nutrition challenges can be an incredible way to kickstart healthy habits, but not all challenges are created equal. Before committing to one, it's essential to ensure that the challenge aligns with your goals, lifestyle, and preferences. Let’s break down the five things you should consider when deciding whether a nutrition challenge is right for you.
ANNABELLE'S Amazing Graces 5k RUN 2025
We (Annabelle’s family) have been so blessed by each of you and your support of Annabelle, our family, and our mission to cure the GNAO1 mutation. We would love to have your support again this year! We are so excited about our sixth benefit that will take place on April 13, 2024, at No Label Brewery in Katy, TX. We are so excited for another year of raising money for GNAO1 research and look forward to seeing you there!
Monday Motivation - Cherish the Season
This week, I challenge you to choose one meaningful way to connect with someone. Maybe it’s as easy as sharing a laugh over dinner or expressing gratitude for their support this year. If you need ideas, my book One Minute Fitness lists 30 ways to build relationships. You can order your copy by clicking the link or picking one up from the gym.
Let’s celebrate the relationships that bring us joy, strength, and love this holiday season.
Why CrossFit Blue Eagle is the Best Gym in Fulshear for Busy People
Are you tired of wandering aimlessly around traditional gyms, unsure of what to do? If your goal is to lose weight and get fit while juggling a packed schedule, it might be time to rethink your gym membership. In my recent podcast episode on Busy People Getting Fit, I explained why joining a CrossFit gym is often a better choice than traditional gyms or even trendy fitness options like ArcoFit, Orange Theory, or F45.
Monday Motivation - Want to Quit?
But here’s the truth: those bad days are just part of the journey, not the destination. Success, whether in marriage, work, or fitness, is about showing up and staying the course.
When you want to quit -- and this applies to marriage, work, fitness, nutrition, parenting, etc. -- here are five actions you can take. You have complete control over these actions, so try them!
Monday (Tuesday) Motivation - Build Your Vision Board
A vision board is more than just a collection of images and quotes—it’s a daily reminder of your goals, your "why," and the life you’re working toward. Here’s how to get started: set your intentions
CrossFit Hero WOD: Larry
Hero WOD "Larry" is a grueling workout that tests your stamina, mental toughness, and overall fitness. Dedicated to U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Larry D. Harris, Jr., this workout reflects his bravery and selflessness. It's a task-priority workout with descending reps of front squats and lateral burpees, with a 200-meter sandbag carry (or plate carry) after each round. The workout is capped at 30 minutes.
Ready to Find Your Perfect Gym in Fulshear? Here’s What to Ask
Looking for a new gym in Fulshear, TX? Great move! But before diving into any “exclusive membership deals” or locking yourself into a monthly plan, let’s go over some key questions to ask so you find the best fit.
Motivation Monday - Our Words Improve Our Performance
Did you know you can control your destiny with the words you say to others and yourself? This is why I believe so strongly about positive affirmations. If giving yourself positive affirmations is too difficult or feels weird, then try them on your family or friends.
Christmas Party
You’re invited!
You and a “plus 1” are invited to the Blue Eagle Christmas party on Saturday, December 14, from 6-10 PM.
Attire will be semi-formal.
We will serve heavy appetizers.
Our Blue Eagle Workout Philosophy
What about thrusters? They are everything except a lower body pull.... except that you have to perform a clean, which is a lower body pull, to start every set. They do not tax our upper body pulling, which is why we pair thrusters with pull-ups in Fran. But almost every movement will overlap with thrusters in some way.
Stuff The Sleigh - Charity Fundraiser - Sat, Oct 5, 2024
Stuff the Sleigh is a certified 501(c)3 non-profit organization, dedicated to helping children and their families experience, for a moment in time, the joy and spirit of Christmas through year-round giving to those children who are affected by cancer and hematological conditions.
Should We Do Charity Fundraising Workouts?
This Saturday, October 5th, we’re hosting a special charity fundraiser at Blue Eagle Fitness & Nutrition to support Stuff the Sleigh, an incredible organization that helps families affected by childhood cancer. While many know them for their work around Christmas, their impact extends year-round, providing vital assistance to families who travel to Houston for cancer treatments. Whether it’s helping cover the cost of parking, meals, or even providing iPads for kids to stay connected with their loved ones during long hospital stays, Stuff the Sleigh is making a big difference in our community.
CrossFit Hero WOD: Nate
In honor of Chief Petty Officer Nate Hardy, who was killed Sunday February 4, 2008 during combat operations in Iraq. Nate is survived by his wife, Mindi, and his infant son Parker.
CrossFit Hero WOD: Jack
Army Staff Sgt. Jack M. Martin III, 26, of Bethany, OK, assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group, Fort Lewis, WA, died September 29th, 2009, in Jolo Island, Philippines, from the detonation of an improvised explosive device. Martin is survived by his wife Ashley Martin, his parents Jack and Cheryl Martin, and siblings Abe, Mandi, Amber, and Abi.