Total Phoenix Rising

09/13/2026

🇺🇸 1,000 STEPS. ONE PURPOSE. NEVER FORGET. 🇺🇸

Saturday morning at 9AM, we came together for our 2nd Annual 9/11 – 1,000 Box Step Challenge, and we are incredibly thankful for every person who showed up and participated. ❤️🤍💙

This workout has never been about a time on the clock or simply completing 1,000 steps. It’s about remembering why we step.

We step in remembrance of the lives lost on September 11, 2001.
We step in honor of the first responders who ran toward danger when others were running away.
We step for the families whose lives were forever changed.
And we step with gratitude for the courage, sacrifice, and unity shown on that day.

There were tired legs and difficult steps Saturday morning—but every step carried meaning. For a short period of time, we chose to do something hard together in honor of those who faced the unimaginable.

To every member, friend, family member, and community participant who joined us: thank you. Thank you for showing up, putting in the work, and helping us continue a tradition that represents something so much bigger than fitness.

We are proud to continue making this an annual tradition at CrossFit Nyx. 🇺🇸

Year 2 complete. 1,000 steps. One community. One purpose.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🇺🇸 9•11•01

09/10/2026

🌟 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH — SAHARA! 🌟
Help us congratulate Sahara on being chosen as our Athlete of the Month! 🩷💪🏼
Sahara does an amazing job of intentionally choosing one hour for herself at least 3 days a week—and that is something worth celebrating! Between working and being a mama to a little one under a year old, life is BUSY. Yet she continues to make her health, strength, and wellness a priority.
Sahara also takes advantage of the complimentary babysitting we offer 3 days a week, allowing her to get that hour in for herself while knowing her little one is close by and cared for. 🩷
She has come so far since starting! Sahara is always willing to take on a challenge, pushes herself outside of her comfort zone, and continues looking for ways to do a little more than she did before.
That is what this journey is about—not perfection, but continuing to show up, challenge yourself, and make yourself a priority.
We are so proud of you, Sahara! Keep pushing, growing, and showing that even during the busiest seasons of life, making time for yourself matters. 👏🏼🔥
Drop some love below for our Athlete of the Month! 🩷

09/09/2026

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, CHATERA DICKEY! 🎉
A huge shoutout to Chatera for earning our Dedicated Days recognition! 💪🩷
Consistency is where progress is built, and Chatera continues to show up, put in the work, and make her health and fitness a priority—even on the days when it would be easier not to.
We are so proud of your dedication and the example you set inside CrossFit Nyx. Keep showing up, keep working hard, and keep proving that those dedicated days add up! 🔥
🏆 Want to make it into Dedicated Days?
It’s all about consistency! Keep showing up, attending your classes, and putting in the work throughout the month. Every class counts, and your dedication does not go unnoticed!
Help us congratulate Chatera below! 👏🏼🩷

09/04/2026

🎉 50 CLASS CLUB — SAHARA! 🎉

50 classes down for Sahara! 💪🏼🔥

There’s something powerful about realizing that you don’t have to feel motivated every single day — you just have to keep showing up.

When we asked Sahara what keeps her consistent with her health and wellness journey, she said:

“What motivates me to stay consistent in class and on my health and wellness journey is knowing that the effort I put in today is helping me become a better version of myself tomorrow. I want to reach my goals, build discipline, and create healthy habits that will benefit me long-term. Even when I don’t feel motivated, I remind myself that consistency is what creates progress, and I’m proud of myself for continuing to show up.”

👏🏼 CONSISTENCY CREATES PROGRESS.

That’s exactly what these milestones represent. Not perfection. Not always being motivated. It’s choosing to walk through those doors, put in the work, and invest in the person you want to become.

Sahara, you SHOULD be proud of yourself! 🩷 Every class, every workout, and every time you chose to show up when you didn’t necessarily feel like it got you here.

Congratulations on 50 classes! Keep building those habits, chasing those goals, and becoming stronger along the way.

50 DOWN — NEXT STOP, 100! 🔥👏🏼

09/01/2026

🚴‍♀️ WHO’S SPINNING WITH US TONIGHT?! 🔥

Join us for a FREE Spin Class at 5:45 PM! Come sweat, have fun, and get that cardio in! 💦💪🏼

📍 245 Greenes Plaza, G11
Grafton, WV 26354

Drop a 🚴‍♀️ below if you’re coming! 🩷

No experience needed — just show up ready to MOVE! 🎶🔥

08/31/2026

🎉 50 CLASS CLUB — WAYNE! 🎉

50 classes down for Wayne! 💪🏼🔥

Showing up consistently isn’t always easy, especially when life, work, and family are pulling you in a million directions. But having a strong WHY makes all the difference.

When we asked Wayne what motivates him to keep showing up, his answer was simple — his family. 🩷

“My wife and kids. Chatera, Caroline, Charlee and Cooper. I want to make sure I’m around long enough that Chatera never has to worry about anything and that the kids are all old enough and independent enough to not need their dad. Other than that, it is a pretty good stress relief at the end of the day.”

And THAT is what this is about.

Fitness is so much bigger than what we can lift, how fast we can finish a workout, or what we see in the mirror. It’s about building a stronger, healthier version of ourselves so we can keep showing up for the people who matter most.

Wayne, congratulations on hitting 50 classes! Keep putting in the work, taking care of yourself, relieving that end-of-day stress, and setting an example for those kiddos along the way.

50 DOWN — NEXT STOP, 100! 🔥👏🏼

08/31/2026

🎉 50 CLASS CLUB — VALERIE! 🎉

Another milestone for Valerie — 50 classes strong! 💪🏼🩷

Valerie has been showing up, putting in the work, getting stronger, and seeing the progress that comes from staying consistent. And we absolutely love what she had to say about what keeps her motivated:

“Seeing myself get stronger & seeing progress and the way it makes me feel motivates me to stay consistent. It’s helping me mentally and physically. I also love my CrossFit family. It’s so much more than just a class. We laugh, encourage each other, push each other to keep going and celebrate every win — big or small.”

THIS is CrossFit Nyx. 🩷

Yes, we’re here to get stronger and healthier—but the people beside you make it so much more than a workout.

Valerie, we are so proud of your consistency and the progress you continue to make. You bring such a fun energy to our community, and we’re lucky to have you!

50 DOWN — NEXT STOP, 100! 🔥👏🏼

08/29/2026

Let’s go LAKAH! 💪🏻💕

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

🚨 9/11 CHALLENGE — YEAR 2! 🇺🇸

We’re bringing back our 9/11 – 1,000 Box Step Challenge for the second year! ❤️🤍💙

📅 September 11th
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 CrossFit Nyx
🇺🇸 1,000 Box Steps completed as a team

Just like last year, we’ll complete the 1,000 box steps in groups, working together to honor and remember those whose lives were forever changed on September 11, 2001.

Group colors and team sign-ups will be ready NEXT WEEK!

This event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and completely FREE to participate. You do not have to be a CrossFit Nyx member. We would love to have our community join us!

🇺🇸 WHY 1,000 BOX STEPS?

This workout is about so much more than fitness.

On September 11, 2001, first responders ran toward danger while others were trying to escape it. Firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel, military members, civilians, and countless everyday heroes showed extraordinary courage and sacrifice.

The repeated box steps represent the relentless climb first responders faced inside the World Trade Center towers. As our legs get tired and the steps become harder, we remember that the discomfort we experience during a workout is temporary. We keep moving for those who couldn’t, for the families who lost loved ones, and for the heroes who answered the call that day.

We step together. We remember together. We never forget. 🇺🇸

👕 9/11 SHIRT ORDER

We are also placing our 9/11 T-shirt order!
Tank tops will not be available this year.

S–L: $25
XL+: $27

Want to participate and order a shirt? Send me a direct message with your shirt size. Payment will also be collected directly through messages.

🚨 SHIRT ORDER ENDS TUESDAY, 8/25!

I’ll be out of town this year, so Coach Brooke will be leading the challenge! I appreciate y’all for continuing to show up for something that means so much beyond the walls of our gym. 🩷

Members, friends, family, and community members are all encouraged to participate. Come be part of this meaningful event as we honor the lives lost, remember the heroes, and support one another.

Year 2. 1,000 steps. One community. One purpose. 🇺🇸

NEVER FORGET. 9•11•01