CrossFit Ridge Runner

CrossFit Ridge Runner Regardless of your path in life we want to help you reach your fitness goals through a functional fitness program that has helped transform thousands of lives.
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09/12/2026

Today, the Ridge Runners took on the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. 🇺🇸

This is something we come back to each year—not for a workout or a finish time, but to remember and honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and the first responders who answered the call.

We climb because they climbed. We remember. 🇺🇸

Sometimes one little coaching cue changes EVERYTHING.Maybe it was a different way of setting up for a lift. A cue that f...
09/10/2026

Sometimes one little coaching cue changes EVERYTHING.

Maybe it was a different way of setting up for a lift. A cue that finally made a movement click. A scaling option you never would’ve thought of. Or something a coach said that completely changed the way you approached a workout.

And sometimes the best coaching happens when they’re not even technically on duty. 😂👀

What’s one tip, cue, or piece of advice a CFRR coach has given you that really stuck—or finally made something click?

Bonus points: tag the coach who said it. 👇

📚 September Book Club!There’s still plenty of time to grab a copy of Remarkably Bright Creatures and read (or listen!) a...
09/10/2026

📚 September Book Club!

There’s still plenty of time to grab a copy of Remarkably Bright Creatures and read (or listen!) along with us.

We’ll meet Thursday, September 17, just after 6:30 PM to talk about the book, hang out, and snack. 😂

Everyone is welcome! You don’t have to be a CFRR member to join us!

See you there!

09/09/2026

That thing you’ve been saying you need to get looked at? This is your reminder. 👀

Lauren Montgomery, LMT is now offering functional massage and bodywork right here at CrossFit Ridge Runner, by appointment.

Whether you’re dealing with limited range of motion, discomfort with certain movements, or an area that just feels tight or restricted, Lauren can work with you to help you move better and with more confidence.

Services may include:

• Cupping
• Graston / instrument-assisted soft tissue work
• Myofascial release
• Gentle or deep-tissue massage
• PNF stretching

And yes—you do NOT have to be a CFRR member to schedule. Appointments are open to the community!

Slide into our DMs and we’ll help get you connected with Lauren.

Why do we talk about protein so much?Because protein isn’t just something to worry about when you’re trying to lose weig...
09/08/2026

Why do we talk about protein so much?

Because protein isn’t just something to worry about when you’re trying to lose weight or “hit your macros.”

Your body uses protein to help build and maintain muscle, recover from training, and support the work you’re asking it to do.

And you don’t have to be Coach Kaylynn throwing around heavy weights at a competition for that to matter. 😂

Whether your goal is getting stronger, changing your body composition, recovering better, or simply staying strong and capable as you get older—getting enough protein is a pretty good place to start.

The problem?

Most people already know they should probably eat more protein.

Knowing what to do and figuring out how to make it work consistently in your actual life are two different things.

If you want to learn how to fuel your body in a way that supports your training, your health, and the life you want to live, that’s where we can help.

No extremes. No perfect diet required. Just practical nutrition that works with your life.

Start Where You Are. Keep Moving Forward.

Apparently the CFRR marketing department took August off. 😂 So we’re playing a little catch-up on some very well-deserve...
09/08/2026

Apparently the CFRR marketing department took August off. 😂 So we’re playing a little catch-up on some very well-deserved recognition!

🏆 August Member of the Month — Jackson

Jackson may have only been with us for a short time, but he definitely left an impression. While balancing a demanding school program and a pretty busy schedule, he consistently showed up ready to work and made the most of his time with us. We hope to see him back at Ridge Runner soon!

🏆 September Member of the Month — John

John is always smiling, ready to work, and eager to learn. He’s incredibly coachable, works hard, and brings a great attitude into the gym—even while balancing a demanding school program of his own.

These two are great examples of the Ridge Runner attitude: show up, put in the work, and do the best you can with what you’ve got.

And a HUGE shoutout to everyone who made August Committed Club! 👏

August is typically a lower-attendance month for us as school starts back and schedules change. But this year?

🔥 We had more members make Committed Club in August than in any other month so far this year.

We LOVE seeing that, and let’s keep it rolling into the fall.

Give Jackson, John, and our entire Committed Club crew some love in the comments! 👏💪

Start Where You Are. Keep Moving Forward.

🎉 Happy Birthday, Coach Meg!Help us wish Coach Meg a very Happy Birthday! 🥳🎂Whether she’s coached you through a tough wo...
09/08/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Coach Meg!

Help us wish Coach Meg a very Happy Birthday! 🥳🎂

Whether she’s coached you through a tough workout, fixed something you were sure you were doing correctly 😂, encouraged you when you needed it, or said something that’s stuck with you—we want to hear it!

Drop your favorite Coach Meg moment, quote, story, or some birthday love in the comments! 👇💜

Happy Birthday, Meg! We’re glad you’re part of the Ridge Runner crew! 🥳💪

A good fitness plan has to work on the weeks when life is life-ing, too.It’s easy to be consistent when the schedule is ...
09/07/2026

A good fitness plan has to work on the weeks when life is life-ing, too.

It’s easy to be consistent when the schedule is open, you slept great, motivation is high, and nothing unexpected comes up.

But that’s not most weeks.

Work gets busy. Kids need you. You’re tired. Plans change. Sometimes the workout you wanted to do isn’t the workout you have time or energy for that day.

That doesn’t mean the week is shot.

Maybe you make it to class twice instead of four times. Maybe you scale the workout. Maybe today’s win is a walk and getting some protein in instead of doing nothing because you couldn’t do everything.

The goal isn’t to build a routine that only works when life is perfect.

It’s to keep finding the next thing you can do with the life you have right now.

Start Where You Are. Keep Moving Forward.

Here’s what’s happening at CFRR this week! 👇🇺🇸 Monday — Labor Day: We’ll have one class at 8:00 AM.💪 Tuesday–Friday: Reg...
09/07/2026

Here’s what’s happening at CFRR this week! 👇

🇺🇸 Monday — Labor Day: We’ll have one class at 8:00 AM.

💪 Tuesday–Friday: Regular class schedule. Take a look at your week, book your classes, and get your training in!

🇺🇸 Saturday, September 12: We’re heading to Bristol Motor Speedway for the Tri-Cities Memorial Stair Climb to honor and remember our fallen first responders. There will be no regular Saturday class, but an at-home workout will be available in the app.

👀 Curious about CrossFit Ridge Runner?

Bring a Friend Week is September 21–26! Come train with us FREE for the entire week and see what CFRR is all about.

Can’t wait until then? Send us a message and ask about your FREE class pass.

Start Where You Are. Keep Moving Forward.

Not every workout has to be all-out.Sometimes the best thing you can do for your body is slow down, work on a skill, spe...
05/30/2026

Not every workout has to be all-out.

Sometimes the best thing you can do for your body is slow down, work on a skill, spend a little extra time on mobility, or just get in and move.

Open Gym tomorrow from 2–4 PM 👊

Whether you’re chasing a pull-up, working on handstands, stretching out some sore muscles, getting in some extra cardio, or just looking for an excuse to get out of the house, we’ve got the doors open.

Show up for yourself. The results take care of themselves.

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