Getting Ready For The Work of 2026
Every workout we program in the gym offers an RX, Scaled, or Shift option that allows everyone to train at their ability. RX is written for seasoned athletes, Scaled for intermediate, and Shift for beginners, elderly, or those less-than-ideal days. One of the best parts of coaching is watching new members start in Shift, then progress to Scaled, and work towards full RX workouts as they get fitter and stronger.
With 2026 on the horizon, I want to outline a few ways you can advance in your health, fitness, and athletic ability based on our Rx, Scaled, and Shift model. So let’s take a look:
RX
Fitness – Focus on your skills and mobility. You already move well. But, can you move exceptionally and more efficiency? Taking your squat snatch from 185 to 210 may be slight improvements in barbell movement rather than raw strength.
Nutrition – Optimize your protein intake. It is expected that you are eating whole foods and prepare meals. Go a step further and track your protein intake for a few weeks. See how much you are consuming. Animal protein enhances recovery, maximizes micronutrient intake, and builds your orthopedic system. Ask a coach for specific numbers.
SCALED
Fitness – Train more often. Doing 4 or 5 workouts per week exposes you to more strength, cardio, and skill opportunities that will raise the bar. These extra sessions can be as little as 20 minutes at home or a full workout at CFBL.
Nutrition – Commit to consistent meal preparation weekly. Are you taking an hour on Sundays to prep some animal proteins or roast vegetables? Don’t go into Monday with zero options. Prepare and execute your plan.
SHIFT
Fitness – Move more every day. Aim for 10,000 steps, take the stairs, schedule evening walks, play with your kids or dog. Add light, frequent movement to your hips, knees, shoulders, and ankles. You don’t need seven hard workouts, just less sitting.
Nutrition – Shop based on our foundations of nutrition. “Eat meat, vegetables, fruit, nuts and seeds, some starch, and no refined sugar”. I expect you to explore recipes, try new cooking methods, purchase kitchen gadgets that help make great food. Build your base of eating real, unprocessed whole foods.
So, where did you start 2025 and where do you want to go in 2026? Whether it’s my thought above or something more specific to you, start considering how you can become healthier and fitter in 2026. Continue to improve and evolve.
