Momentum

In week 1 we played around with a 1RM bench press and we tested the structual balance of the internal and external rotators of the shoulder.  This week we will use this information to test your overhead pressing (OHP) strength.  You may have noticed that the new CFH Levels have been released, and a number of the weightlifting movements have been... [Read more]

Triathlete: Day 1: Swim - : Repeat 200m, recover 1:00 until form/pace deteriorates Day 2: Bike - : Repeat 200m, recover 1:00 until form/pace deteriorates Day 3: Run - : Repeat 200m, recover 1:00 until form/pace deteriorates Day 4: Swim -: Repeat 800m, recover 3:00 until form/pace deteriorates Day 5 : Bike -: 15M TT Day 6: Run  -: Repeat 800m, recover 3:00 until form/pace deteriorates   Runner: Day... [Read more]

Week 9/12 The final macrocycle starts of this 12 week phase starts this week.  The design of the CFH programming has changed this month as we have implemented a new CFH levels system.  Please take the time to read the blog posts regarding these changes. Its not all about the WOD.  On Tuesday and Friday will introduce CrossFit Engine Work.... [Read more]

The post you have all been waiting for has finally arrived.   After part 1 and part 2  this CFH training ethos part 3 post will detail the CrossFit Hackney levels.  As of September  2014 CFH will be introducing the new training ethos and the new levels. Please be aware: 1. September will be a trial period and CFH will... [Read more]

In part 1 we talked about the new structure of the CrossFit classes (please read this post before continuing). In part 3 we will release the details of the levels. As Momentum Training continues to grow so does the vast ability of our members.  At one end of the scale, our long serving members are showing solid improvements in their... [Read more]

CrossFit Hackney are running the fifth Hackney Hustle on Friday 5th September. All you need to know: Any CrossFitter from anywhere is welcome to come and join the fun, ALL WODS are scalable to include anyone who would wish to participate. The evening will include 2 WODs (announced upon arrival), Maybe 3 ;-) Turn up from 6.30pm for 7.00pm start,... [Read more]

A good small business is constantly growing and learning every step of the way. At Momentum Training we are always looking at ways to improve what we do and keep our member motivated (Its all about the GAINZ).  In part 2 we will talk about why we are introducing the new levels. Over the last few moths the coaches at... [Read more]

The team at Momentum Training have invited Gore bioscience to host a seminar on nutrition and supplementation with a sports performance focus. With over 20 years of combined knowledge in biochemistry and nutrition, Robert Corney PhD and Calum Gore Med (bi) will be presenting. (more…)

CrossFit is full of pressing movements. Push-ups, Dips, HeSPU (headstand), Handstand Press-ups, Bench Press, Strict Press, Push-press, Push-Jerk, Split Jerk, Wall Balls, Thrusters, Burpees, etc… Over the coming weeks in the CrossFit skills classes we are going to be looking at pressing strength. Understanding the movements and finding out the weak links that effect individual upper body strength. So lets... [Read more]