COACHES CORNER
Let’s Change Some Lives…
Let's Change Some Lives... by Paul Dyck Something we try hard to do every day here at Starke is change peoples lives. Some of this happens by lifting weights, running, rowing, swinging kettlebells, and moving bodies. These are things that are measurable and repeatable...
You Don’t Deserve It Because You Didn’t Work For It…
You Don't Deserve It Because You Didn't Work For It... It's interesting hearing people talk about what they should have gotten or what they should be getting. I hear these things at parties, gatherings, meetings, and in the gym. The first question you have to ask...
I wouldn’t be the coach I am (or will be) without CrossFit… by Paul Dyck
I wouldn’t be the coach I am or will be without CrossFit… Depending on whom you talk to people have either positive or negative things to say about CrossFit. Most who have positive things to say about it will tell you how it has increased their quality of life,...
My First Day At Starke By Coach Ben Fransoo
My first day at Starke By Ben Fransoo I first came into Starke for an appointment with a physiotherapist that worked in the same building, Kevin. Right away the class in progress greeted me, I pretended to play along as if I was just late, and to my surprise, I was...
Deadlifts aren’t dangerous, stupid coaches are dangerous….
Photo: Kurt Kornelson pulling a 585lb deadlift for a double... Deadlifts aren't dangerous, stupid coaches are dangerous.... This week I had a drop-in take part in a class I was coaching. It was her first CrossFit class ever. She was nervous, she didn't know what to...
It Doesn’t Have To Work, It Just Has To Sell…
It Doesn't Have To Work, It Just Has To Sell... I am constantly getting asked by people about the newest weight loss gadget, exercise device or training tool. These are typically people who haven't stuck to anything for more than a week when it comes to proper...
Youth Dryland Training “I Will Not Kill Your Kids” by Paul Dyck
I Will Not Kill Your Kids I would say nine times out of ten when parents or teams come in interested in Dryland training they have something different in mind than we do. At least right off the bat anyways... They see the sexy commercials with professional...
“I Only Want To Train Elite Athletes”
"I only want to train elite athletes" When I opened Starke almost six years ago I had a goal in mind. I wanted to help people of all ages and abilities realize that they’re capable of more than they think. It’s easy to get trapped in daily routines and habits. It’s...
Sorry dude, we’re not cheap…
SORRY DUDE, WE'RE NOT CHEAP... Every once in a while I get an email or a phone call form a client looking for something cheap. Usually I'll ask them to expand on that becuase it's kind of a vague statement. In most cases it comes out to wanting something for nothing....
Frequently Asked Questions about Training, CrossFit, and Starke….
Keesha with a clean looking clean... We are constantly getting asked training related questions over and over so we thought it would be good to come up with a video that will help to educate people on our training philosophy here at Starke and how we approach training...
Start Before You’re Ready
Start Before You're Ready It doesn't matter what time of the year it is. I'm constantly hearing people talk about how they want to start a new fitness program. They want to try something new....
The Post Competition Blues…
The Post Competition Blues... By Paul Dyck This post may be a little overdue as I have heard this from people who have competed in past events and felt like they didn't know what to do and where to go after a competition. I have seen this happen to athletes in...
A TRAINING EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER
A clean, well-stocked gym with lots of amenities and super-friendly people to greet you. Caring, committed coaches who are dedicated to your success. Honestly, you won’t find a better box than Starke Strength & Conditioning in West St Paul / Winnipeg, where your new fitness family awaits you. Sign up for your choice of specialty classes, or work one-on-one—regardless of your preference, we’ve got everything you need to meet your training goals. Come train with us and you’ll never look back.