Race the Clock: The 5-Round Burner That Pushes You to the Edge Today’s GRIT WOD isn’t here to be your friend—it’s here to test your grit. “Race the Clock” brings six brutal movements, five full rounds, and zero room to coast. Whether you’re training in the gym at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa […]
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I used to think core strength was all about washboard abs—until three years at a desk job left me with constant lower-back pain. That’s when I realized my core failed me when it mattered most. If you’re reading this hunched over your laptop or slouched in your chair, your core is silently weakening, just like […]
Mega(wo)man: Power, Precision, and Full-Body Fire Today’s GRIT fitness program at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara brings you a powerhouse workout called Mega(wo)man. This one brings combat, strength, cardio, and core into one perfect storm. Every station hits a different angle, keeping your muscles guessing and your heart rate jacked. Freestyle strikes. […]
Cover 2 – SY2B: Strength, Sweat, and Freestyle Flow Today’s GRIT workout at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara is Cover 2 – SY2B, a fast-paced, full-body circuit designed to keep you moving and breathing hard. You’ll cycle through eight movements using a 60/15 format: 60 seconds of work, 15 seconds of rest. […]
Gimme All the Toys!! GRIT WOD: Every Toy. Every Muscle. All Out. Today’s GRIT fitness program at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara is all about variety and nonstop movement. We’re calling it Gimme All the Toys!! because, well, we’re using everything in the house. If it swings, rows, slams, or spins, it’s […]
FILTHY 50’s: A Full-Body Grind for Time Buckle up, because today’s workout isn’t for the faint of heart. The Filthy 50’s WOD is a test of strength, endurance, and sheer determination. This high-rep, full-body burner will push you to your limits while keeping every muscle engaged. Whether you’re attacking this WOD in a group fitness […]
Get Ready for Manny’s Sweat Symphony Prepare yourself for a workout that will push your limits and get you sweating! The GRIT program at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara presents today’s WOD: Manny’s Sweat Symphony. This high-intensity circuit combines strength, cardio, and core exercises to challenge your entire body and elevate your […]
GRIT Warrior – A Simple Yet Savage WOD Today’s Workout of the Day at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara is all about grit and determination. The GRIT Warrior workout might look straightforward, but don’t let its simplicity fool you—it’s a serious challenge that will leave you stronger, tougher, and ready for anything. […]
J’s: Jump, Press, and Power Through Today’s GRIT WOD Today’s GRIT fitness program at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara brings you a sneaky burner called J’s. Simple moves, but don’t let that fool you. The magic is in the pairing. We’re combining a foundational strength movement with a high-intensity explosive finisher for […]
Power Plant: Today’s GRIT WOD is Pure Energy Today’s GRIT fitness program at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara is about generating serious power. We’re calling it Power Plant, and it’s loaded with explosive strength moves, controlled balance drills, and endurance-building finishers. This is the kind of full-body workout that challenges every muscle […]