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  • Fitness Industry Flourishes, Yet Obesity Rates Rise in the U.S.

    The First Pull #80 // October 17th NEWS btwb Is A Proud Partner Of The Rogue InvitationalWe are the Official Training App & Official Gym Management Software. btwb athlete Justin Medeiros Shows Us How Strong He Really IsGet an inside scoop of his strength training sessions. Dave Castro Does A Week In ReviewHe gives us an inside…

  • Are You Creating Bad Habits Subconsciously?

    The First Pull #79 // October 10th This Judson Brewer explains that our brains function on a reward-based learning system, often resulting in detrimental habits. Through mindfulness, Brewer suggests fostering curiosity about these behaviors, which can disrupt the habitual cycle. Using technology, Brewer’s approach delivers mindfulness training at crucial moments, assisting individuals in breaking harmful patterns.…

  • Chronic Pain…Is It In Your Head?

    The First Pull #78 // October 3rd App Updates This A recent study involving over 150 adults with moderately severe chronic back pain investigated the effects of pain attributions. Two-thirds of participants treated with PRT reported being pain-free or nearly so post-treatment, in stark contrast to just 20% in the placebo group. The findings underscore the significant…

  • Ozempic Prescriptions in the US have reached an all-time high

    The First Pull #77 App Updates This Ozempic prescriptions in the US reached an all-time high with over 373,000 prescriptions filled in Feb. – J.P. Morgan analysis of IQVIA data. Common side effects may include:– Nausea– Vomiting– Diarrhea– Abdominal pain– Constipation– Reduced appetite– Injection site reactions Serious side effects can include:– Pancreatitis (inflammation of the…

  • How Much Coffee is Too Much? Asking For A Friend…

    The First Pull #76 App Updates THIS Love coffee? Studies show that people who drink  two to three cups of coffee per day are the least likely to have anxiety or depression, compared to people who drink more or less of the popular beverage.  News Rogue Invitational “The C” is a Community EventComplete the workout for…

  • It’s Scary…Can You Survive This Test?

    The First Pull #75 App Updates Can You Survive This Test 13? “It’s tough. It’s long. It’s arduous. It’s scary. It’s intimating. It’s a lot..and it’s supposed to be. Doing hard things is good for you and this is one of those things.” Pat Sherwood This challenge is free for to all btwb users. If…

  • Chris Hinshaw Chats with Pat & Boz

    The First Pull #74 App Updates THIS We made some major improvements to Benchmarks and added Lift Levels to your Workout Session. Some key points: News Dave Castro Does a Week in ReviewDave discusses travel to Fort Bragg, reflects on the 5k run from the CrossFit Games, and his thoughts on programming that always does…

  • Justin Medeiros Shares Footage of His First ever CrossFit Competition.

    The First Pull #73 App Updates Check out the latest updates at btwb THIS btwb athlete Justin Medeiros shares footage from his first CrossFit comp at 14. His inspiring journey proves persistence pays off! News Pat Sherwood Does a Grueling Workout in a 20 Pound VestSee what movements he did. Pat Barber Gives Tips on a Successful…