Red Eye Fitness

On this week's episode of: What's in my gym bag?

This week we're featuring one of our weightlifters. You'll find her on one of the platforms (in the middle, on the left - or else), avoiding burpees at all costs, and pretending the accessory portion of her workout doesn't exist.

As one of our dedicated Olympic weightlifters, she's happiest when there's a heavy barbell overhead and a folding chair with her name on it for in between sets. Take a peek inside her gym bag and see the essentials that keep her ready for snatches, clean & jerks, and whatever else Coach Eric throws her way (as long as it's not running). 🏋️‍♀️

Not every workout will feel amazing.
Not every lift will be a PR.
Not every week will go exactly as planned.

What matters is showing up anyway.

If you're dragging through workouts, constantly feeling low on energy, or wondering why training feels harder than it should, take a look at what you're eating beforehand.

You don't need a complicated pre-workout routine. Sometimes a simple snack with carbs and a little protein is enough to help you feel stronger, more energized, and ready to tackle the workout ahead.

Swipe through for 5 easy pre-workout snack ideas that can be thrown together in minutes.

What's your go-to snack before class? Let us know in the comments!👇

It's never easy saying goodbye. One of the things that makes Red Eye so special is that it's more than just a gym, it's a community. The friendships built here go far beyond workouts, PRs, and time spent in the gym. Over the years, our members become part of each other's lives, and that starts to feel a lot like family.

Yesterday was Bethany's last workout with us as she's moving out of state. While we're sad to see her move on to her next adventure, we're grateful for the memories and the impact she's had on our community. ♥

Motivation is overrated.

Nobody stays motivated every day—not even the people who seem to have it all together.

So why do some people succeed while others struggle to stay consistent?

It isn't more willpower.

It's habits. It's accountability. And it's having people around you who help you keep showing up when motivation disappears.

That's why community matters more than motivation.

Read our latest blog to learn why motivation isn't the secret to lasting results—and what actually is.

On this week's episode of: What's in my gym bag?

This week we're featuring one of our longtime members (hint: she has completed over 1000 classes at Red Eye!)

If you've been around the gym, you've probably seen her jumping into just about everything we offer. From the CrossFit open and early Saturday morning partner workouts, to competing in Olympic Weightlifting. Take a look at her gym bag essentials and see what keeps her prepared for whatever workout is on the schedule. 💪

Nutrition is about consistency, not perfection. When you’re exhausted, short on time, or busy holding a baby, skip the takeout app and open the freezer.

The 3 Staples to Buy:

🥦 Frozen Veggies – No chopping, steams in 4 minutes.
🍤 Quick Proteins: (Frozen shrimp, edamame, or turkey meatballs) – Thaws and heats instantly.
🍚 Grain Pouches: (90-second microwave rice) – Beats waiting 20 minutes for a rice cooker.

Our movement challenge may be over, but the impact is still showing up in our members' daily routines.

Over the course of 7 weeks, members found simple, realistic ways to move more throughout the day. Some started setting reminders in their calendars to get up and walk. Others turned TV time into walking time, found opportunities to move during their commute, or leaned on their teammates for accountability when motivation was low.

The best part? Many of these habits have stuck.