In today’s fast-paced world, many adults, especially parents, struggle to prioritize their health. Between work, kids, and day-to-day life, fitness often takes a backseat. But what if you could leverage health and fitness training to not just improve your own life, but also set a strong example for your family?
What’s at Stake: Chronic Diseases and Early Deaths
Greg Glassman, the founder of CrossFit, often emphasizes the importance of addressing chronic diseases, which account for a staggering 86% of our medical expenditures and 80% of deaths. This includes conditions like heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and obesity—many of which are a result of two things: a sedentary lifestyle and poor dietary choices, specifically the excessive consumption of refined carbohydrates.
The solution, as Glassman puts it, is simple but not easy: we need to move our bodies and eat better. The CrossFit methodology is centered on functional fitness, which helps not just improve strength but also address these chronic diseases. It’s a system of health that helps adults of all ages break the cycle of inactivity and poor nutrition and leads them towards better physical, mental, and emotional health.
The “Five Buckets of Death” and What It Means for You
In his lecture “Five Buckets of Death,” Glassman breaks down the most common causes of death into five buckets: Chronic Disease, Microbic (diseases caused by bacteria or viruses), Genetic (inherited conditions), Kinetic (trauma like accidents or falls), and Toxic (poisoning). While we can’t always control genetics, accidents, or the occasional viral infection, we can control how we take care of our bodies through training and nutrition.
The majority of deaths and health issues in modern society fall into the Chronic Disease bucket, which is largely driven by lifestyle choices. And here’s the kicker—if you’re already dealing with chronic conditions like diabetes, obesity, or hypertension, your risk for other health complications increases, making even minor issues like falls or infections much more dangerous.
WOTOWN Can Help Fix This
The best part? WOTOWN FIT can help address the issues that arise from chronic diseases, helping to reduce the impact of other risk factors. By incorporating functional fitness, we’re not just lifting weights or doing cardio for fun; we’re building strength, endurance, mobility, and flexibility that counteract the effects of poor lifestyle choices. Whether it’s lifting heavier weights, building stamina for daily life, or improving your balance and coordination, we’re helping to fix the problems that come from sedentary living.
Fitness for Families: A Holistic Approach
It’s not just about you as an individual—it’s about your family, too. As a busy adult, you might find it challenging to carve out time for yourself, but think about the long-term benefits of prioritizing fitness for you and your family.
At our gym, we offer personal training, group CrossFit classes, and nutrition coaching that cater to the unique needs of each individual. Whether you’re looking to get stronger, lose weight, or just improve your overall health, we can help craft a training plan that’s right for you. And don’t forget about the kids’ program! Instilling good fitness habits early on can set your children up for a lifetime of health and wellness.
Why Prioritize Fitness Now?
We’re already a third of the way through 2025, and it’s the perfect time to take control of your health. With chronic diseases on the rise, now is the time to stop putting fitness off until “later.” The benefits of committing to a fitness routine—both physically and mentally—will pay off in the long run.
Don’t wait for a health crisis to happen before you take action. Start building your healthier, stronger future today, for you and your family. Reach out to schedule your goal review and discover how our services can help improve your life.