EVOLVE Strong is EVOLVING
This winter, EVOLVE Strong is evolving—without throwing out the Flagstaff fitness classes you already love. We’re rolling out monthly themes, starting with Winter Readiness, to put a little extra focus on quads, hinging, rotation, and agility so you can power through the powder and everyday life with confidence.
You’ll also see our new training load calculator and weight-selection charts in action, helping you choose smart weights and track progress without guesswork. And on Wednesdays and Saturdays, we’re shifting to one full-body strength block and one longer endurance block to better blend strength and conditioning in a single Flagstaff workout.
Under-fueling and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport: Why Your Hemoglobin A1c Might Be High, Even If You’re an Endurance Athlete
Even the healthiest-looking endurance athletes can show lab results that tell a different story. Underfueling and low energy availability (REDs) can quietly raise cholesterol, disrupt hormones, and alter blood glucose and raise hemoglobin A1c — even in athletes who train hard and eat well. Learn how to recognize the signs of REDs, what your labs might be telling you, and how smarter fueling can protect long-term performance and health.
You’re Not Just Getting Old — Here’s Why You Feel Sore, Stiff, and Achy (and How to Feel Athletic Again at Any Age)
Feeling stiff, sore, and less athletic? You’re not just getting old — you’re just not training for the life you want. Here’s what to do about it.
Strength Training Workout Guidelines
How do you navigate a workout effectively?
For beginners, we often recommend starting with adult strength training classes, semi-private training, or personal training. Spending a few months under expert guidance can significantly enhance your understanding of the fundamentals and improve your performance.
However, we understand that personalized coaching might not be accessible to everyone. If you find yourself needing or wanting to manage your strength workouts independently, here are some essential guidelines and terms based on EVOLVE's strength training program design principles. While some of the information is tailored to our methods, the core concepts apply universally to any effective strength training regimen.