K2 Crosstraining

September is here, and we’re back to our OG schedule at K2! 🍂💪

Good news - our Upper Body + Core and Lower Body + Core classes are sticking around!

We’re saying “see ya later” to our 7:30 AM class as our “work crew” heads back to work, but don’t worry! From 4:00–6:00 PM, Monday–Thursday, there will be a coach in the gym ready to help you tackle the board.

*Remember - Open Gym times are available when there is not a coached class on! Visit https://k2crosstraining.sites.zenplanner.com/calendar.cfm to get booked in.*

Fall routines are back, and we’re excited for you to get back into yours!

What if, instead of asking “What do I want to achieve?” you asked “Who do I want to become?”

When you connect your habits to the person you want to be, those small daily choices start to feel like more than another item on your to-do list. Each small choice is simply another opportunity to reinforce that identity. Decide who you want to be. Then start showing yourself that you already are.

Soothing your heart doesn’t have to mean fixing everything that feels heavy. It might look like calling someone you love, going for a quiet walk, moving your body, spending time outside, putting on your favourite music, or simply giving yourself permission to rest.

Sometimes the kindest thing we can do is notice what we need and make a little room for it.

📝 Journal Prompt of the Day:
What is one way I can soothe my heart today?

Looking for an easy weeknight supper that's filling, flavourful, and packed with protein? This Chicken Pesto Spaghetti Squash is a simple, veggie-packed twist on a comfort-food favourite and a great way to use seasonal squash while still getting a satisfying meal on the table.

https://k2foodiefriday.com/post/chickenpestosquash

The full recipe is on my blog and if you haven’t subscribed to it yet, do that today. Once you subscribe, every Foodie Friday Recipe will be emailed to you each week. No more searching Instagram for your favourite recipes.

This is your sign to register TODAY for the Tru Challenge on October 17th! We are looking for more teams to join the challenge BEFORE September 1st to ensure we get to host!! Tag your partner and remind them to get signed up ASAP!

Stress isn't just something you feel emotionally, your body can feel it too.

When stress becomes ongoing, it can show up as poor sleep, tight muscles, digestive changes, low energy, headaches, or difficulty focusing. We can't remove every stressful thing from our lives, but we can give our nervous systems regular opportunities to slow down.

Not everything needs to be rushed, pushed through, or powered past.

Being gentle with your nervous system can look like slowing down when you notice you're overwhelmed, taking a few deep breaths before reacting, stepping outside for fresh air, saying no when your plate is already full, or simply allowing yourself to rest without needing to earn it. Sometimes caring for yourself means choosing a little less pressure and a little more space. 🌿

📝 Journal Prompt of the Day:
What would “being gentle with my nervous system” look like in daily life?

A Foodie Friday favourite - Zucchini Flatbread! A delicious way to put garden zucchini to use and perfect as a side dish, snack or addition to lunch or supper.

https://k2foodiefriday.com/post/zucchiniflatbread

The full recipe is on my blog and if you haven’t subscribed to it yet, do that today. Once you subscribe, every Foodie Friday Recipe will be emailed to you each week. No more searching Instagram for your favourite recipes.

Your workout might end when you leave the gym, but your body's work isn't finished yet! Protein gives your body the building blocks it needs to repair and rebuild muscle after training. You don't need to race for a protein shake the second your workout ends - but make an effort to support your recovery with a protein-focused snack or meal.

Sometimes we’re so busy managing our feelings that we forget to actually listen to them. What if, instead of pushing them aside, fixing them, or deciding whether they’re “right” or “wrong,” you simply gave them space to speak? Maybe they’re asking for rest. A change. A boundary. Connection. Or maybe they just need to be acknowledged.

📝 Journal Prompt of the Day:
If my feelings could talk freely today, what would they say?