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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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