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Power Surge 2

WOD: Power Surge 2 Ready to crush your fitness goals? Today’s WOD, Power Surge 2, is a perfect blend of strength, endurance, and explosiveness. This workout will push your limits and leave you feeling accomplished. Whether you’re a beginner looking to build your base or an experienced athlete pushing your edge, Power Surge 2 has […]

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Peach Pie

Get ready for today’s GRIT Workout of the Day (WOD) with a blend of strength, power, and mobility. Whether you’re a fitness newbie or a seasoned pro, this WOD is going to challenge your endurance, core strength, and explosiveness. Let’s break it down: Round 1: Peach Pie Start off with a core and leg burner […]

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HIIT

Crush Your Next HIIT Workout!Ready for a high-intensity challenge that will fire up your muscles and elevate your heart rate? Today’s GRIT Workout of the Day at the Academy of Self Defense is all about pushing through the burn with short, intense bursts of work and brief recovery periods. This HIIT workout is designed to […]

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Grit Mobility / Grit Core 2

Strengthen and Stretch with Today’s GRIT WOD: Mobility & Core II Are you ready to elevate your fitness game while focusing on the often-overlooked fundamentals? Today’s GRIT Mobility/Core II WOD at the Academy of Self Defense combines mobility work and core strength training in one balanced workout. This 35-minute session focuses on improving flexibility, stability, […]

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Gorilla

Unleash Your Inner Strength with Today’s GRIT WOD: Gorilla Edition! Ready for a workout that pushes your limits and keeps you coming back for more? The Gorilla WOD at the Academy of Self Defense is designed to enhance strength, agility, and endurance while giving you a full-body challenge. Whether you’re new to fitness or a […]

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Chancellor

Get Ready for Today’s GRIT WOD: Power & Endurance Combo! Looking to challenge your entire body? Today’s GRIT Workout of the Day (WOD) at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara brings the heat! This session will build your strength, improve your endurance, and push your mental grit. Whether you’re just starting out or […]

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Should I Stretch Before or After My Workout?

Stretching is an important step in making sure that you have a fulfilling workout. Stretching has many benefits for our physical wellness and helps prevent overuse injuries and mentally prepares us for an engaging workout. But a common question asked within the fitness community is when during a workout is the best time for stretching. […]

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“Legit” Krav Maga?

What Makes a Krav Maga Training School Legitimate? Understanding the Vanguard Approach Krav Maga, the renowned self-defense system originally developed for the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) by Imi Lichtenfeld, has grown into a globally respected martial art. As Krav Maga expanded beyond the borders of Israel, particularly after its introduction to the United States, it […]

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Earth, Wind, & Fire

Earth, Wind, and Fire WOD: Unleash Your Power! Ready for a workout that will leave you feeling unstoppable? The Earth, Wind, and Fire WOD is designed to push your limits, combining strength training, cardio, and bodyweight exercises to deliver a total-body workout. With a mix of deadlifts, rows, punches, and burpees, this WOD promises to […]

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Tabata Power Circuit

TABATA Power Circuit at GRIT Looking for a workout that pushes your limits and helps you build strength, endurance, and agility all in one go? The TABATA Power Circuit at the Academy of Self Defense is designed to do just that. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned athlete, this WOD offers a […]

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