Alchemy Crossfit, Hamilton Ontario » Where:Hamilton-Ontario-CANADA http://www.alchemycrossfit.com Committed to Building your Extraordinary. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:18:10 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 The most enjoyable experience I’ve ever had at a gym… http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/the-most-enjoyable-experience-ive-ever-had-at-a-gym/ http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/the-most-enjoyable-experience-ive-ever-had-at-a-gym/#comments Sun, 05 Feb 2012 04:37:49 +0000 Coach Morden http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/?p=3568 I first discovered Alchemy Crossfit by accident really. I literally work across the street from the gym and every day I would drive by seeing people work out. Sometimes people would be running out in the parking lot, other times I would see people climbing ropes and doing other various strength exercises through the big garage door that was regularly open in the summer. At that time I was running 3-4 days a week and also playing soccer twice a week. I considered myself to be in pretty good shape actually.  Though I felt like something was missing, I wasn’t feeling that great about what I looked like physically and it seemed like I had plateaued with what I was doing. This is when I contacted Adam at Alchemy to discuss what I was looking for and let him know some of my fitness goals. He had me come out for a fitness test and let me tell you, it was quite an eye opener. He ran me through some basic exercises such as rowing, chin ups, push ups etc. This assessment made me quickly realize that I had quite a bit of work to do to get where I wanted to go. It was also an eye opener for me because I came to the realization that I wasn’t as in good shape as I thought. I really liked the idea of small classes (normally 5-10 people per class) and the sense of community that seemed to be permeating the gym. I decided to sign up and give it a shot and let me tell you, it was one of the best decisions of my life. I’ve been at Alchemy for about 2 months now and my core strength is as strong as its ever been and is getting stronger every day. I’ve trimmed off a few inches of fat around the waist and really toned my upper body. I’m finding that it’s helped with my quickness with regards to soccer as well. I’m getting from point A to point B much, much quicker now than I ever was before. Not to mention my recovery time during a game has grown leaps and bounds. I’m feeling much more confident these days as well. I must say, one of the best things about Alchemy is the trainers. Adam, Denise, Craig and the gang have been more than helpful with me (not to mention patient). They are always there to assist when needed and to give you that extra push to complete your workout. They are always so pleasant and definitely make this the most enjoyable experience I’ve ever had at a gym or fitness facility. The gym has such a community/family feel to it and I believe it’s due to the people who work there AND the people who work out there. I would recommend Alchemy Crossfit to anyone looking for a great, fun workout where you are pushed to the extent of your fitness level. Thanks to the gang at Alchemy I am well on my way to achieving my fitness goals. I’m officially addicted to Crossfit……and I love it.

Wayne van Duzen

]]> http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/the-most-enjoyable-experience-ive-ever-had-at-a-gym/feed/ 0 November 26th 2011 Workout of the Day – WOD http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/november-26th-2011-workout-of-the-day-wod/ http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/november-26th-2011-workout-of-the-day-wod/#comments Sat, 26 Nov 2011 15:39:54 +0000 Coach D http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/?p=3353 Hamilton’s Alchemy CrossFit Workout of the Day

Buy In:
Max Frog Stand

Lift:
Deadlift  - 3RM

Workout of the Day:
4x
5 Windmill press/arm
5 Manmakers

Stimulus:
Metabolic conditioning

Cash Out:
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Buy In:
Max ring dips

Lift:
Push Press – 1RM

Workout of the Day:
AMRAP in 10
5 Deadlifts 185/135
5 burpees
5 Body rows

Stimulus:
Metabolic Conditioning

Cash Out:
3x 100m sprints ]]> http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/october-29th-2011-workout-of-the-day-wod/feed/ 0 Alchemy CrossFit has changed my life for the better and I could not be happier! http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/alchemy-crossfit-has-changed-my-life-for-the-better-and-i-could-not-be-happier/ http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/alchemy-crossfit-has-changed-my-life-for-the-better-and-i-could-not-be-happier/#comments Mon, 11 Jul 2011 23:28:41 +0000 Coach D http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/?p=3042 I cannot do justice to the unholy things that Adam and Alchemy Crossfit have done to me but I will try to lay it all out here, with God as my witness: they have pushed me in ways that I didn’t know existed. They have pulled me into things that I did not want to be a part of. They have made me lift extremely heavy things, things heavier than I thought possible. They made me climb things, jump over and onto things, made me shove things, made me throw heavy things and introduced me to the Prowler. And for all this, I have to say: I love them for it.

Alchemy Fitness and the entire staff there have radically changed my life for the better. I have rebounded between sports, martial arts and many different gyms in many different cities but I have never been able to consistently stick with anything nor get into even half-way decent shape.

]]> http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/alchemy-crossfit-has-changed-my-life-for-the-better-and-i-could-not-be-happier/feed/ 0 Acro Yoga and Hand Stand Workshop http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/acro-yoga-and-hand-stand-workshop/ http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/crossfit-in-hamilton-ontario/acro-yoga-and-hand-stand-workshop/#comments Wed, 29 Jun 2011 23:57:57 +0000 Coach Morden http://www.alchemycrossfit.com/?p=3009 This is your chance to master your handstands, hand balances and awesome Cirque de Soliel like partner balances and poses. Come out and train with Canada’s Top Acro Yoga and gymnastics trainers for a super low price on July the 17th! More info upcoming – and if you can’t wait email me at info@alchemycrossfit.com and we’ll get your spot reserved.


 When: July 17th 1-5pm (1-2 Hand Stand Workshop, 2-5 Acro Yoga Workshop)
Where: Alchemy CrossFit – 67 Frid St Hamilton Ontario 289-389-3595
Investment: Before July 9th $60 for both or $15 for Handstand workshop and $55 for Acro Yoga Workshop. After July 9th $70 for both, or $20 for Handstand Workshop and $ 60 for Acro Yoga Workshop.

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Instructor Bios:

Erin and Sasha have been working together since January, 2011. They both enjoy performing, training and creating.

 

Erin Ball

Erin started practicing yoga in 2003 and it opened up a whole new world of possibility. She has since fallen in love with circus arts and has explored acrobalance/acroyoga, static trapeze, hoopdance and more. She has performed in England and Ontario and also shares her passion through teaching. She is a Thai Yoga Massage practitioner certified through Lotus Palm.

Sasha Jeltkov

Sasha has been doing gymnastics since the age of 6. He became a world class athlete and represented Canada at the Olympic Games in Sidney 2000 and in Athens 2004. Gymnastics led him to discover various circus arts, including acrobalance. He has performed hand to hand in Montreal and teeterboard across North America.

 

 

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Buy In:
5 Muscle up

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Buy In:
5 Muscle up attempts

SPARQ-B:
Agility

Lift:
Bench Press – 5RM

Workout of the Day:
30 Wall ball 20/14
10 Push ups
20 Wall ball
10 Push ups
10 Wall ball
10 Push ups

Stimulus:
Metabolic Conditioning

Cash Out:
max double unders

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Buy In:
max double unders

SPARQ-B:
Speed

Lift:
Back Squat – 1RM

Workout of the Day:
AMRAP in 12 min / OR 5 Rounds
10 CTB pull ups
10 Body rows
10 SDLHP 85/115

Stimulus:
Strength Endurance

Cash Out:
10 Ring dips

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Buy In:
max pisotls

SPARQ-B:
Balance

Lift:
SDLHP – 1RM

Workout of the Day:
AMRAP in 10 min
200m sprint
20 burpees

Stimulus:
Metabolic Conditioning

Cash Out:
Stretch

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Buy In:
max pistols

SPARQ-B:
Quickness

Lift:
Press – 1RM

Workout of the Day:
TABATA….
Lunges
Sit ups
Mountain climbers

Stimulus:
Strength Endurance

Cash Out:
Max L-Sit

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