CrossFit 9 posts from the Persistence team
Hero WODs Explained: Murph, Cindy, and the Stories Behind Them
What CrossFit Hero WODs are, why we run them, and the stories behind Murph, DT, Kalsu, Daniel. From a CFL3 coach in Belltown who has programmed Murph since 2014.
Should You Compete in CrossFit? An Honest Coach's Take
Should you compete in CrossFit? Open, throwdowns, local comps. The honest pros and cons from a CFL3 head coach in Belltown who has coached competitors for a decade.
Why Belltown Members Switch from Big Box Gyms to CrossFit
Why Belltown members leave $40/mo big-box memberships for coached CrossFit. Cost, results, and retention compared by a CFL3 head coach.
CrossFit Cost in Seattle: What You're Actually Paying For
What CrossFit really costs in Seattle. Belltown, Cap Hill, Eastside compared. What is in the price, what cheap memberships skip. From a CFL3 coach.
CrossFit for Beginners: Your First 30 Days at Persistence
What to expect in your first 30 days of CrossFit at Persistence Athletics, Belltown. Day-by-day skills progression, realistic load expectations, from a CFL3 head coach.
What to Expect at Your First CrossFit Class in Seattle
Minute-by-minute walkthrough of your first CrossFit class in Seattle. What to wear, bring, and expect. From a Belltown CFL3 head coach.
How CrossFit Programming Actually Works (and Ours)
How CrossFit programming actually works. Periodization models, sample week from a Belltown box, why 'random' is a myth. From a CFL3 head coach with MS S&C.
The Complete Guide to CrossFit in Seattle (2026)
Everything you need to know about CrossFit in Seattle. Boxes, costs, programs, what to expect. From a CFL3 head coach in Belltown.
Best CrossFit Workouts for Tech Workers (Desk Job Edition)
5 CrossFit workouts built for tech workers: hip mobility, posture, posterior chain, grip health. From a Belltown CFL3 coach 8 min from Amazon.
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