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THE HERD – July 2025

June Recap & Looking Ahead! 🏋️‍♂️🌞

June was an action-packed month! Between wrapping up our strength cycle with front rack lunges and weekends full of events, it absolutely flew by. We closed it out strong on the last day with the challenging 20-rep max back squat—a perfect highlight of how great this month was!

If we had to sum up June in one word, it would be community. You all came together inside and outside the gym for new experiences—from yoga sessions to paddle boarding adventures. Let’s keep this amazing momentum rolling into July, August, and beyond!

We’re also excited to share that we welcomed 10 new members to our community, including personal training clients, nutrition coaching clients, and group class members. Thank you all for being so welcoming and helping them feel at home! 🙌

What’s ahead in July?
Expect hot weather, lots of sweat, and even more fun! Remember to stay hydrated, stay engaged, and come ready to push yourself—or just show up to have a blast with the crew!

Getting Outside Our Box

June Highlights & Community Wins! 🌊🧘‍♀️🏋️‍♀️

June was absolutely packed with excitement—both inside and outside the gym!

Our amazing community got together for all kinds of activities: paddle boarding adventures under the sun, rejuvenating yoga right here in the box, and connecting at the inspiring Rising Tides Community event. It was incredible to see so many faces showing up, supporting each other, and making memories beyond the workouts!

We also had three of our athletes step up and compete at The Depot competition, bringing home an impressive 2nd place finish! 💪🏆 Huge congratulations to them—you make us proud every day! (Landon, Colby, Taylor)

June was also filled with big life moments worth celebrating:
💍 Maddy tied the knot—sending lots of love and cheers to her!
🤿 Hallie accepted the head diving coach position at the University of New Mexico—what an achievement!

And we didn’t stop there! We launched our very first CrossFit Kids class, and thanks to all your support and energy, we already have another class planned for July. It’s amazing to see the next generation stepping onto the floor and having fun with fitness!

Looking ahead: let’s keep this momentum rolling into July and beyond. Show up, support each other, and keep building the strongest, most welcoming community around! And as always, if I forgot someone, I apologize! If you have a milestone this next month share it with us!

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Our Team Competition is BACK to raise awareness for our Adaptive Athlete program! 

We are partnering with BlocLife, Inc. and the Down Syndrome Association for Families of Nebraska, is proud to host our 4th Annual Team Competition on Saturday, August 16, 2025, starting at 8 AM! 🙌

This isn’t just about fitness—it’s about breaking barriers, building community, and showing the world that fitness truly is for EVERY body. Our adaptive athletes are nothing short of incredible—and this day is all about celebrating their strength, resilience, and the power of inclusion.
Compete in teams of two with Team Divisions for all levels!

Through your support, we expand access to inclusive programming with classes for athletes with intellectual, developmental, and mobility disabilities. Together, we’re creating a community where everyone can thrive through movement.

Note: There has been confusion in years past, so hopefully this helps! You can partner with anyone you want of any skill level. This is a competition to raise awareness for our adaptive athlete program you do NOT have to partner with an adaptive athlete. Athletes do not have to be members to participate!

Sign up here! https://crossfitlincoln.wodify.com/OnlineSalesPage/Main?q=ReviewPurchase%7COnlineMembershipId%3D217590%26LocationId%3D7005%26OnlineMembershipPaymentOptionId%3D1278888

Upcoming Events this summer so far:

July 12th – A group of our athletes are running the 5k for the Cornhusker State Games!

July 19th – The Fruit Loop, a longer endurance style workout to be completed individually or with a partner. Bring your favorite fruit to share post workout!

July 31st – CrossFit Kids Class 10am

August 16th – Team Fitness Competition to raise money for our Adaptive Athletes

What else? Share you adventures on the whiteboard at the gym! Bike rides, Rucks, Salt Dogs Game, Pool Party at Shane’s house?

Summer Committed Club – Bingo Style!

There are a few squares on the bingo card where we need your help!! Volunteer opportunities and wellness fairs!! Who wants to find one and invite our community!

July Athlete of the Month:

Jessica Waller <check out her blog!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3zcwK63qLSYhfFtHaoLCBA?si=EmyU2qHST6uh5L7QCp-J1Q
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🎙️ Podcast Episode Drop: Chatting with Emily and Shane Bateman
In this episode, Coach Emily sits down with member Shane Bateman to talk about what it means to never settle for feeling “off.” Shane shares his personal journey of staying curious, digging deeper into his health, and experimenting with unconventional approaches along the way.

Disclaimer: This is Shane’s personal story. Neither Coach Emily nor Shane are prescribing or recommending any specific diets or protocols. Always consult a medical professional before making changes to your health or nutrition.

The real takeaway? Take ownership of your health, stay curious, and keep moving forward.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3bbEFkBSfSwjQCdj5mNDBf?si=q3m-V_jLQsq-q7DuK_al_g
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🏋️‍♀️ July Journaling Challenge

Lincoln Nutrition & Fitness

Train. Reflect. Grow.

✍️ Why Journal?

Journaling takes just a few minutes, but it can seriously boost your progress.

It helps you:

    â€˘    Stay focused on goals

    â€˘    Notice patterns in workouts, energy, and habits

    â€˘    Celebrate wins (big and small)

    â€˘    Build a stronger mindset

No pressure. No fluff. Just honest reflection.

📓 Consider these Daily Prompts

Mindset Monday

    â€˘    What’s one goal this week?

    â€˘    What mindset will help?

Training Tuesday

    â€˘    What was today’s WOD?

    â€˘    One thing you crushed or could improve?

Win Wednesday

    â€˘    What’s one win this week?

    â€˘    How did it feel?

Thankful Thursday

    â€˘    What are you grateful for?

    â€˘    Who/what lifted you up?

Fuel Friday

    â€˘    Did your food fuel you well?

    â€˘    One thing to tweak?

Recovery Saturday

    â€˘    How did you rest or recharge?

    â€˘    How do you feel?

Self-Check Sunday

    â€˘    How’s your body + mind?

    â€˘    What are you proud of?

Just show up for yourself for 3–5 minutes a day.

Let’s grow stronger—inside and out—this July 💪

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