Ole Glory CrossFit
A family focused facility, providing the optimal environment for common people with common goals to achieve extraordinary success. Offering fitness and nutritional coaching to maximize your results.
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We offer a variety of programs to meet your needs - group CrossFit, private beginner's on-ramp, personal training, nutrition coaching and more. Schedule a No-Sweat Intro today to learn more about our programs!Our Coaches
Our workouts are instructed by experienced Coaches who are trained in identifying movement faults and possess the knowledge to scale workouts for any fitness level, promising longevity and improved quality of life.Our Members
We have amazing members at Ole Glory CrossFit! Every month we like to highlight one particular member and tell you more about their journey to a healthier life. Click on the link to read about all of them!FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions that often come up. If you can't find your answer here, please reach out to us and one of our coaches will gladly answer any question you may have.Latest Posts
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#800g Challenge
WHAT IS IT? This challenge was designed by OptimizeMe Nutrition. Eat 800 grams (g) of fruits and/or vegetables, by weight, per day. No foods are eliminated, but only fruits and veggies count toward the 800g. Eat the fruits and veggies of your choice. Hit the macros you want. Raw, cooked, canned, frozen; doesn’t matter! If
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Cole Blanchard
Ole Glory’s September Athlete of the Month is Mr. Cole Blanchard. On paper Cole is a man of very few words, so I apologize if this bio is shorter than usual. However, if you know Cole, then you’ll know that in person he is a chatterbox. You can normally find him at the 5:00 am
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Marc Leber
Ole Glory’s August Athlete of the Month is our youngest CrossFitter at OG, Marc Leber. Marc first learned about CrossFit when his family resided in California. His parents and three of his older siblings had been doing it for some time before he started. Marc stated “my first workout included wall balls (with an 8lb
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Christopher Feldman
Ole Glory’s July Athlete of the Month is the very popular and well known orthodontist in the Youngsville and New Iberia area, Mr. Christopher Feldman. Most famous for straightening teeth and correcting overbites, but this doctor works just as hard in the gym as he does at the office. Feldman learned about CrossFit when it
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Chris Broussard
Ole Glory’s February Athlete of the Month goes to Mr. Chris Broussard. Chris first learned about CrossFit six years ago through some friends who constantly talked about how great is was. His wife, Lisa, was the first one to give it a shot. He joined her a few months later for a hero WOD. He
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French Onion Chicken Casserole
Pair this delicious dish with steamed veggies or a salad and you’ve got a meal fit for a king! Ingredients: 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 or 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano Red crushed chili pepper flakes, optional Pinch of salt and fresh cracked pepper 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or Gruyere) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 5 large onions, thinly sliced
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Jordan Geoffroy
Ole Glory’s first Athlete of the Month for 2020 is Jordan Geoffroy! Let me start by saying that Jordan is a Dental Hygienist and Beau and Natalie just so happen to be patients of hers. It was while cleaning Beau’s teeth six years ago that Jordan was first introduced to CrossFit. At that time Jordan
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Garlic Lemon Butter Salmon with Pineapples
Probably the worst thing about cooking is the clean-up afterwards. Luckily this foil packet recipe takes very little time to prepare, and even less time to clean-up which leaves more time for you to enjoy! Ingredients: Serves 2 2 salmon fillets 1/2 pineapple, halved and sliced ¼ cup butter ⅓ cup honey 4 large cloves
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John Domec
Ole Glory’s last Athlete of the Month for 2019 is Mr. John Domec! John first learned about CrossFit from his brother. He was getting tired of “bro-lifting” and needed something to keep him motivated. He instantly loved the challenge that CrossFit provided and has never looked back. He’s been a faithful member of our Ole
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5 Simple Steps to Stay On Track
With the holidays upon us and the new year quickly approaching, we often lose sight of our goals and get off track. Here’s a few simple tips to keep you on track during this busy season of the year. 1) Work, work, work. Dreams won’t work unless you do – No doubt talent is absolutely needed, but
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Ham Sweet Potato Frittata
If you have left over ham from the holidays then you’ll want to put some to the side for this savory breakfast dish! Ingredients 2 cups peeled and 3/4-inch-chopped sweet potato — about 1 medium 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil — divided 1 cup diced leftover ham — or swap 5 ounces chopped Canadian bacon 1 cup thinly sliced yellow onion — about half a medium
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Balance and Accuracy
Welcome back for our final week on the ten general physical skills! Over the past several weeks we have touched on how eight of the physical skills are improved through CrossFit training. Throughout our discussion of endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, speed, power, coordination and agility, you may have noticed a common topic repeated frequently. “Aging”
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Coordination and Agility
This week we are back with a continuation of our ten general physical skills. These next two skills are often not a focus in training, but are a necessity in life. Coordination and agility are our topics of discussion!! Coordination is “the ability to combine several distinct movement patterns into a singular distinct movement.” (CrossFit.com)
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Pumpkin Pie Protein Smoothie
If you haven’t gotten the chance to try Driven Nutrition’s Cinnamon flavored protein then you’re missing out! This smoothie will definitely put you in the holiday spirit! INGREDIENTS: 1 Scoop Driven Whey Cinnamon1/4 cup canned pumpkin (or your own homemade puree)Aprx 4 apple slices (can just use a whole small apple)1/4 cup crushed ice1/4 cup oat
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The Benefits of Whey Isolate
Here is the down low on the upside of using whey isolate. Whey is a milk product derived from cheese manufacturing. It’s uses go far beyond adding quality protein to your diet, it can be found in everything from conditioners and facial moisturizers to cake batters. As you might expect the quality and bioavailability of
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Paleo Crockpot Jambalaya Soup
Cajun Country calls for Cajun cooking, but it’s hard to keep these meals on the healthier end! What if we could have the best of both worlds?! This recipe passes a good time at our Cajun house. If you’re not Paleo make some rice, Cher! Ingredients: -3 cup Chicken stock -4 peppers, any color, chopped
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Power and Speed
Power and speed are physical skills that are instrumental in achieving results during CrossFit WODs. In past weeks, we’ve covered endurance, stamina, strength and flexibility. These four build upon and enhance our power and speed. Today, we will learn about why training power and speed are essential to fitness. CrossFit defines power as “the ability
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Lisa Broussard
Our November Athlete of the Month is none other than Mrs. Lisa Broussard! Her CrossFit journey started roughly six years ago when a friend bugged her about joining. At the time they lived in New Iberia so the first box they joined was Iberia CrossFit. Lisa states “the first time was a really scary experience.
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Crockpot Cauliflower Loaded Baked Potato Soup
We all love comfort food, but comfort food doesn’t always love us. Fear not, I have an answer for your comfort food desires. This easy and delicious crockpot soup will hit the spot! Ingredients: -1 yellow onion -1 green bell pepper -2 cups chicken bone broth -1 12oz bag frozen cubed hash browns -1 head of
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Strength and Flexibility
SWOLE AND FLEXY!! You’ve all heard that term from ROMWOD.com videos, but why is it significant today? “Swole and Flexy” refers to the next two general physical skills that we work on improving in CrossFit. Along with endurance and stamina, we strive daily to improve our strength and flexibility. Strength is “the ability of
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Endurance and Stamina
In our last Wednesday Wisdom, we introduced you to the ten general physical skills used to define fitness. They are cardiovascular/respiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, balance, and accuracy. According to CrossFit, “you are as fit as you are competent in each of these ten skills.” As promised over the next few
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Satsuma Salmon
It’s satsuma season here in Louisiana! This recipe is the perfect way to add some Vitamin C and Omega-3’s to your diet. All you need is a hand full of ingredients, and the prettiest satsumas on your tree. I usually pair this with some roasted veggies while prepping my salmon. Easy peasy satsuma squeezy! Marinade
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CrossFit and Fitness
You show up, hustle, sweat, rip, gasp for air and push through the toughest WODs everyday, but do you even know what “CrossFit” and “Fitness” means? Why do we push ourselves this way? What is the end goal? Many of you don’t know that it’s way more than you think. Let’s explain… In the simplest
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Chipotle Chicken Sweet Potato Skins
There’s nothing quite like comfort food. This meal is stuffed the sweet and spicy chicken that’s loaded with protein. It’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside! You can’t go wrong with that! Top it with a dollop of greek yogurt and enjoy! Ingredients: 3 medium sweet potatoes 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 can (14
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What Glutamine Can Do…
If you’re like a lot of supplement users you first heard about glutamine more than a decade ago. Touted as everything from a performance-enhancing, muscle-growing superstar to a growth hormone precursor and beyond! It’s likely you used it for a while, then let it fall to the back of the supplement cabinet where you soon
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Noah Leber
Ole Glory’s Athlete of the Month is Mr. Noah Leber! Noah’s CrossFit journey began when he was just 13 years old. His mom was the first to try out a CrossFit class and decided to bring her oldest three children to try it out as well. Noah states “it was really hard, but so much
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Classic Tortilla Soup
What’s all this talk about pumpkin spice?? It’s finally Fall and with a slight “cool” front moving into Louisiana this weekend we figured it’s time for a savory soup recipe to make an appearance. There’s nothing quite like the first soup of the season! Best part of all is that you can just throw it
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The Benefits of Omegas
Omega 3 fatty acids derived from fish oil are widely known for their benefits ranging from lowering cholesterol, improving cardiovascular and heart health, boosting mood and elevating alertness, and for their anti-inflammatory effects. Their heart-healthy reputation comes from the active ingredients EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) ability to lower blood triglycerides. The anti-inflammatory nature of
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Dark Chocolate Overnight Oats
Does it get any better than chocolate for breakfast?! These Dark Chocolate Overnight Oats are decadent, creamy, and chocolatey. You’d never guess they have over 30 grams of protein per serving, either! Our favorite toppings are sliced banana and shaved chocolate. Dark Chocolate Overnight Oats Servings: 1 Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Proactive vs Reactive Healthcare
Healthcare has been a subject discussed heavily in recent years throughout the media and in political circles in terms of its outrageous cost and strain on our economy. Healthcare costs are rising and will likely continue to rise. The issue lies in the type of healthcare practiced and the fact that the food industry is
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Chicken Burrito Bowl
This quick meal-prep style meal is super flavorful and easy to customize. Layer the cooked brown rice with shredded chicken and your desired toppings. So good! Ready in 20 mins. C29.5g P31g F6.5g Instant Pot Salsa Chicken (makes 1,139g/eat 74g) INGREDIENTS •2 pound (907g) raw chicken breast •2 cup (512g) “Pace”
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Environment Makeover
Our environment affects our nutrition, especially inside our homes. If a “bad” food is within reach, someone within your household will eventually consume it. And, vice versa, if a healthy food is in your household, someone will eventually consume it. Keep healthy foods near you and convenient. Keep unhealthy foods away from you and inconvenient.
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Green Cuisine Frittata
We’ve got a Green Cuisine Frittata recipe for you on this Foodie Friday!! This is a perfect meal prep recipe for the weekend! Cook you one of these bad boys and you’ll have breakfast for four days! Share it with your spouse if you feel like being nice and I promise you it will be
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Does CrossFit Make You Bulky?
There is a huge misconception when it comes to CrossFit and gaining muscle mass. I’m sure you have seen the big time CrossFit Games athletes on TV with their ripped physiques and bulging muscles, lifting heavy barbells overhead for multiple reps. CrossFit usually gets a bad rap due to what is perceived on television. Many
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Smoothie Jars
This Foodie Friday post answers your questions when it comes to food prepping in bulk and snack ideas! Smoothie Jars for the WIN! Simple and easy to measure in advance, stash in the freezer and voila! You’re always 3 minutes away from a healthy, refreshing smoothie. You can adjust the serving size to your preferred
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Why take Amino Acids?
Is it worth it to supplement with BCAA’s? Here’s four reasons why we think you should strongly consider it.
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Michael Siharath
Congratulations to our September Athlete of the Month, Mr. Michael Siharath! This dude is more than deserving of recognition! Always smiling and making us laugh! Everyone loves Asian Mike!
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Taco Spaghetti Squash Boats
Happy Friday Ya’ll!! Whose ready for another easy meal prep recipe for the weekend?? I’ve made this recipe quite a few times and it’s superb! It does take a little more time than other meal prep recipes because of the cook time for the spaghetti squash, but I promise that it’s well worth the time
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Core Stability
We all want those 6-pack abs but 500 sit ups a day is not necessarily the answer. Did you know that a strong core can offer us so much more than just washboard abs? CrossFit is a core strength and conditioning program. We use functional movements performed in a wave of contraction from core to
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Quinoa Jambalaya
Welcome back to another Foodie Friday that’s filled with delicious meals you can cook this weekend for your meal prep. Majority of the time when people decide to change their eating habits they often feel deprived of some of their favorite dishes. Here in the south, that means giving up wholesome cajun dishes such as
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Intensity vs. Form
Before every workout, our coaches go through the movement standards and technical steps on how you are suppose to perform the movements in the workout itself. We make corrections and sometimes may advise a recommended weight or a scale you should use in order to achieve the correct amount of intensity you are expected to
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Driven Nutrition Breakfast Bowls
Mornings are hectic, especially if you have little ones to send off to school or daycare. My momma always said breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So as we welcome our new products from Driven Nutrition into the gym here is a quick and easy breakfast recipe that you can use, plus
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Importance of Active Recovery Days
Active recovery? Rest days? What’s that? If you find yourself asking these questions, then you most likely aren’t incorporating enough of these days in between your workouts. We get it! CrossFit can be addictive. You come to the gym, get your sweat on, and you leave with a sense of accomplishment knowing you gave it
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Slow Cooked Pulled Pork
Sometimes, our weekends can be crazy busy. Kids baseball tournaments, weddings, showers, birthday parties, all of these events can limit the amount of time we are able to spend in the kitchen. However, that doesn’t mean it has to limit our meal prep. Those are the weekends that we keep it simple. Throw a bunch
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Project Inverted
If you haven’t noticed yet, we’ve been spending a lot of time upside down this month. The plan for August is “Project Inverted” and will get us upside down and on our hands three days per week. Our goal is to build our confidence on our hands and to improve our body awareness in unexpected
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Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
It’s finally Friday, so that means we have another delicious recipe to share with you all! After a long, hot week I’m sure one of the last things you want to do this weekend is meal prep. Good thing this recipe takes no time at all! With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can
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Kimberly Stringer
Our August Athlete of the Month at Ole Glory CrossFit is Mrs. Kimberly Stringer. Kim began her CrossFit journey in October of 2011 with her husband, Keith Stringer. When lifting weights at a big gym wasn’t cutting it anymore, she started searching for workout classes on the internet and came across Ole Glory CrossFit. At
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CrossFit Patience: Knowing When to Scale
Welcome back to Wisdom Wednesday. Today we’ll discuss a very important topic that many of us probably don’t want to hear. To Rx or not to Rx?…that is the question. For so many of us it seems like having that Rx next to our name at the end of a workout is the most important
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Chicken Zucchini Poppers
Many of us will be glued to our TV or computer screens this weekend watching the CrossFit Games. Sitting around the house makes it very difficult to stay on track with clean, nutritious eating. This Chicken Zucchini Popper recipe was found on http://www.onelovelylife.com. It’s a terrific finger food that is bound to be a favorite.
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Self-Care
The modern world is a very fast-paced, technologically enhanced life. We don’t need a “Wisdom Wednesday” post to remind us of that. We’re constantly reminded because social media engulfs huge chunks of our day. Many hours are spent staring at our computer or phone screens, texting or checking emails and the list goes on. We
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Roasted Caramelized Sweet Potatoes
It’s the weekend and we hope you’re doing exactly what weekends are for…relaxing and eating!! Actually, they are probably more about getting stuff done around the house or birthday parties or visiting with family. However, we hope you are spending a few hours prepping your meals for the week. Just a few hours on the
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Proper Hydration
Drink more water! Stay hydrated! You often hear our coaches telling you this. We say this because it’s really important for the body, plus we live in Louisiana and let’s face the facts…it’s HOT! As we all learn in elementary school, the human body depends on water to survive. Cells, tissue and organs all require
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No-Noodle Zucchini Lasagna
No-Noodle Zucchini Lasagna Welcome to our first Food for Thought Friday! Each week we will be providing our athletes with delicious and healthy alternatives to cook during the week to keep you on track for your nutrition goals. Either a video or a blog will be posted every Friday so you can easily follow along
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Why do we warm up?
Welcome to our first “Wisdom Wednesday” blog post! Every Wednesday we will be providing our readers with a little extra knowledge for the week. The topics will vary from fitness, nutrition, sleep and everything in between. Our first topic of discussion is the dreaded “WARM UP”! It’s a question many of us have asked, “why
