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March Torres

March is the founder of the Barbell Beauties. Her goal is simple... Empower every woman to grab a barbell and LIFT. She's been an active CrossFitter for 7 years and credits that sport for turning her into a true athlete.

60 articles published

Mental Fitness Uncategorized

A Funny Thing Happened on The Way To CrossFit

Before CrossFit I was a mess. Maybe, “a mess” is the wrong term. That would imply that I was something. What I was, was nothing. I lost my fight, my drive, my will. I was merely existing. I was overweight, hitting my “PR” at 203 pounds. I was exhausted. And, boy, could…

ByMarch Torres2 days ago0Comments

Weightlifing

Deadlift Styles, Which One are You?

Weightlifting is intense and risky, plus it shoots your levels of adrenaline and distress to the sky. Don't forget about your emotions, they are also running at high speed. So how does your character adapt to this? Are you a risk-taker and keep adding loads to your bar, or a fighter for the perfect technique?…

ByMarch TorresSeptember 5, 20200Comments

Form + Movement Interval Workouts

Workouts Using Household Items

We are facing challenging times due to the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. One of the most efficient strategies to prevent contamination is isolation because this virus appears to be spreading from person to person. We are all strongly advised to stay at home and not participate in social events that gather more…

ByMarch TorresMarch 19, 20200Comments

Form + Movement Interval Workouts

THE 5 Biggest Crimes That Could Be Destroying Your WOD

In CrossFit, like any other sport, there is the possibility of injury. The key is to be smart, seems easy enough, right? This is why a good coach will take the time to teach you proper technique, give constructive criticism and remind you to listen to your body. Unfortunately, there isn't always going to be a…

ByMarch TorresNovember 25, 20190Comments

Community

Icebreaker Questions Of the Day for Your Fitness Classes

My box at Crossfit Chiangmai always starts each of their classes with a Question of the Day. Icebreaker questions is their favorite way to introduce our newest members and to make CrossFit less intimidating to new members! They can be serious or ridiculous, but it gets the class warmed up and ready to build community.…

ByMarch TorresNovember 9, 20190Comments

Community

How Fitness Changed Me

When I joined CrossFit 6 months ago I had no idea of how much I would grow to love it. From cardio to strength training it seems to test everything in me. I’ve learnt moves that I never knew with Olympic lifting and now I can do box jumps which I never thought I would. …

ByMarch TorresSeptember 23, 20192Comments

Mental Fitness

Love at First Sweat

When I started working out many years ago it wasn’t because I wanted to, but to lose some kilos. This was the beginning of years of seldom used memberships in fitness centers, boring and rare running outings and the ever present nagging feeling, I am not doing enough. I couldn’t even imagine that anybody is…

ByMarch TorresAugust 27, 20191Comment

Mental Fitness

The Benefits Of Iron

This week I got to watch 1 Iron Barbell change the confidence of several women in a matter of minutes. Men, too, but just in general our guys will walk up to a barbell with a little more of a “can do” approach and they often have less reservations about lifting. So, big kudos to…

ByMarch TorresAugust 26, 20190Comments

Recommended Gear

5 Best Jump Ropes for Double Unders

We all know that doing the jump rope is one of the best workouts. Constant practice plus owning one are the keys to conquering those single and double unders. What do you look for when buying a new jump rope? Is it effectivity? Affordability? or just having the right type to make your Double Unders…

ByMarch TorresAugust 22, 20190Comments

Mental Fitness

I’m Feeling Discourage From Not Getting Quick Results In The Gym

Hey all! I just want to put this out there- I’ve heard a lot from my box about discouragement from not getting quick results even though they've been committed for a month or a couple weeks. LADIES- This is CrossFit. The entire goal is LIFELONG wellness, NOT a “quick 21 day fix”. If you’re new and…

ByMarch TorresAugust 12, 20190Comments

Winterizing Your WOD

When Beast Mode Goes Wrong: What to do if you injure yourself during the Open

The Open is Over – Stop Beating Yourself Up!

How Do You Stay Motivated To Workout?

9 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Your Box

The Five Life Lessons I Learned At The Gym

Author page: March Torres

Winterizing Your WOD

When Beast Mode Goes Wrong: What to do if you injure yourself during the Open

The Open is Over – Stop Beating Yourself Up!

How Do You Stay Motivated To Workout?

9 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Your Box

The Five Life Lessons I Learned At The Gym

March Torres

A Funny Thing Happened on The Way To CrossFit

Deadlift Styles, Which One are You?

Workouts Using Household Items

THE 5 Biggest Crimes That Could Be Destroying Your WOD

Icebreaker Questions Of the Day for Your Fitness Classes

How Fitness Changed Me

Love at First Sweat

The Benefits Of Iron

5 Best Jump Ropes for Double Unders

I’m Feeling Discourage From Not Getting Quick Results In The Gym