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Welcome to the CrossFit PTBO Journal – your top resource for practical fitness advice, real member stories, and training insights that actually make a difference. From easy nutrition habits to strength-focused articles, you’ll find simple, effective tips to help you feel stronger, move better, and keep your motivation high, inside and outside the gym.

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Oct 25, 2025
Ruth Cheng
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Why do we track workouts at CrossFit PTBO?

Let’s talk about why we track workouts — and no, it’s not just about numbers on a whiteboard.  When you write down your weights, times, or reps, you’re creating a...
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Oct 18, 2025
Ruth Cheng
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Construction as a career? Let’s bulletproof your body at CrossFit PTBO.

Working a job in construction or in the trades means you’re already very active. You’re lifting, bending, climbing—it takes real strength. But here’s the thing: being active at work is...
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Oct 11, 2025
Ruth Cheng
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You don’t need to get fit first. Just get started at CrossFit PTBO.

One of the biggest myths we hear? “I need to get in shape before I start CrossFit or personal training.” The truth? That’s exactly what we’re here for. You don’t...
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Oct 4, 2025
Ruth Cheng
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Scaling workouts is smart training.

Let’s clear something up — scaling a workout isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s smart training.  Whether that means lowering the weight, adjusting the height of a box, or swapping...
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Sep 27, 2025
Ruth Cheng
1 min read

Building confidence at CrossFit PTBO.

When most people think about training, they picture physical strength — lifting more weight, hitting new PRs, looking more fit. But one of the most powerful things you build in...
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Sep 15, 2025
Ruth Cheng
1 min read

Is your healthcare team walking the walk?

Hey, I’m going to be totally honest here. When you go to a medical professional—whether it’s a doctor, chiro, or physio—you’re getting advice. But advice is only as good as...
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