“Supplementary Thoughts:” on supplements, performance, and sense of self
This article might be a hard pill to swallow, pun intended. We all want to believe there are supplements out there that can help us... Read More
Weighing in on Fat: an unscientific review of the most hated on macronutrient
Don’t Call it a Comeback Up until the recent fad diets, fat has been the most hated on macronutrient for decades. But with the help... Read More
All the “Whey” Up
A Brief Insight on Protein and It’s Supplementation Being fitness enthusiasts, we are well aware that adequate protein intake is crucial for recovery and building... Read More
Set ‘Tomorrow You’ Up for Success!
Sunday is meal prep day. I’ve been doing it for several years and just about have it down to a science. Yet, it’s not always... Read More
Coaches’ Corner: Injury Prevention
Do you love CrossFit but fear injuring yourself? Do you want to start an injury prevention program but have no idea where to begin? Are... Read More
Goals: “Don’t Go Down Without a Fight!”
I know what you’re thinking… “You’re a little late for the New Year/New Me post, Mark!” Yeah, so we’re a few weeks into the New... Read More
The Two Most Common Squat Faults, and How To Fix Them
Coaches’ Corner… with Coach Andrew! I would say that everyone at Shockoe Bottom Performance is working hard to maximize their squat. However, there are two... Read More
Be Grateful; Be Strong; Be Connected
By Mark Braithwaite & Megan Nolde 2020 has been one hell of a year. We’ve made it through a pandemic that’s still going, a presidential... Read More
The Braithwaite Blog
Getting Nerdy With Fitness Trackersby Mark Braithwaite, for Shockoe Bottom Performance Technology has come a long way in fitness tracking. The new Apple watch series... Read More
The Braithwaite Blog: FALL IN
The days are getting shorter, it’s a little cooler when you go out in the morning, and Oktoberfest beer is on the shelves. This time... Read More