It may or may not be a coincidence that this photo of the incomparable Jimmy headlines a message about consistency and functionality in training for the long haul and for the enjoyment of retirement.
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Coach Mika's last stand at TJ's Gym. Short shorts for everyone! For those of you who don't know, Coach Mika is leaving us for Navy training in the next week. This has been his dream for years--since he was three, according to his mom--and he has been training like crazy to earn his chance.
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We hope you all had a fabulous 4th of July! It was great to see so many TJ's members out watching the Larkspur/Corte Madera parade. We had a blast, and Pete hung in there, despite being slightly overwhelmed. Continued thanks, appreciation, and big love goes out to everyone supporting Juggling for Jude.
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Getting focused, setting a goal, and making it happen is what summertime is all about. We want to help you do the same thing all year long. Feel free to reach out any time.
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What I Learned After being Booze-Free for 90 Days. This whole cockamamie idea started on Feb 27th. It was the Monday after my birthday. I was looking to challenge myself in some way, because I ask people to challenge themselves all the time as part of my job. Having something to push against for the short term is always motivating. I was having a beer or two each night, and, to be honest, I was perfectly happy with that arrangement. Yes, I was a little softer around the middle than I liked, but I needed to get uncomfortable for empathy's sake, you know, for my clients. So away I went, and it wasn't easy.
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We're excited to welcome new coach, Griff Gardner, to our staff! Griff brings years of coaching and fitness experience to TJ's, and he will be an asset to our community. With his extensive military background, he's not afraid of the gigantic teens we have in Mill Valley, so that's a bonus. Please welcome Griff when you see him in the gyms!
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Shout out to Coach August! She's a great asset to our team of coaches, and if you haven't learned from her yet, you're missing out! August is a rotating coach, since she's a flight attendant in her other life, and we are happy to have her when she's available!
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Thirteen years ago, I watched CrossFit CEO and Founder, Greg Glassman, preach his ideas via grainy, pre-YouTube, videos that would change the course of my life. If you're reading this, his teachings had some effect on you, as well. Fast forward to the present day, and things have changed.
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Sometimes there's nothing fancy about it. It's simple consistency over time, as demonstrated by some OG's in San Rafael.
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My boyhood dreams come true every time I see a TJ's Gym banner at a local sports field, indicating sponsorship. There we are at Joe Wagner in Larkspur, supporting Twin Cities Little League. Thanks to everyone who helps this TJ's gig roll on, so we can support as many community programs as possible!
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Ella is one of the many young girls/teens who have found a home at TJ's, thanks to our awesome coaches. We just LOVE the process of helping girls get stronger and fitter. Empowering the next generation through fitness and community is a pretty great gig, and we are lucky to have it! Thanks for allowing us to be part of your journey, Ella!
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