CrossFit Viroqua

06/25/2026

Please join us this July 4th for the Freedom Fun-Run of Viroqua, Wisconsin
Here is the link to pre-register:

Viroqua's very own Independence Day holiday fun. This free, patriotic, family- friendly Fun-Run event is open to everyone in the community to attend. Donations will be accepted for the Bethel Butikk, Food Pantry. Each participant MUST fill this form out

06/23/2026

There has been a lot of talk lately about the Reflecting Pool—but it made me think about a much more personal question:

**What is your life reflecting right now?**

Years ago, I heard a speaker say that we are where we are because of our best choices—not somebody else’s. That can be difficult to hear, but it can also be empowering.

We cannot control every storm, every circumstance, who our boss is, or who the President is. But as Jim Rohn taught, we can still choose how we set our sails.

Looking back, one of the best decisions I made was taking CrossFit Viroqua out on its own in 2020 and investing in mentorship to help it flourish. Morgan and I also take a weekend every year to reflect on the past year and decide what we want the next year to look like based on our 50-year vision.

Reflection is not about living with regret. It is about learning from the past so you can intentionally direct your future.

Take a moment and answer this in the comments:

**What is one choice you made that changed your life for the better—or one choice you know you need to make next?**

Read the full article here:
https://www.crossfitviroqua.com/blog/what-is-your-life-reflecting

Share this with someone who may need the reminder that they still get to choose the direction of their life.

06/23/2026

It’s okay to be excited about good things.

Not everything needs to be downplayed, brushed off, or hidden to avoid seeming “too much.” Positivity is contagious. Gratitude is contagious. Joy is contagious.

Say the good things out loud. Celebrate them. Enjoy them!

06/15/2026

We don’t naturally want to do hard things.

Hard things are hard.

Hard means effort. Discomfort. Uncertainty. Delayed gratification.

When we avoid hard things, we also miss the growth, confidence, and blessings that often come from doing them.

Some of life’s greatest rewards are found on the other side of hard.

When we’re in the middle of “hard,” it can feel unbearable. Impossible, even.

That’s when we dig in. That’s when we hold on.

This is Marilyn’s face after lifting more weight than she ever thought she could.

She didn’t want to approach the barbell. She hesitated. She was anxious. She wasn’t sure she could do it.

She even started the lift and set it back down halfway.

But after some encouragement, she stepped back up to the bar and tried again.

And she got it.

That smile isn’t just about the weight on the bar.

It’s about discovering she was stronger than she thought.

Her face says it all.

06/15/2026

Nobody joins CrossFit because they love burpees.

Seriously.

People don't wake up one morning and think, "You know what sounds fun? Squats, rowing, and sweating before work."

What they're really looking for is something deeper.

✅ More energy to keep up with their kids and grandkids.

✅ Less stiffness when they get out of bed.

✅ Confidence in their own body again.

✅ Better health at their next doctor's appointment.

✅ A community of people moving in the same direction.

The workout is simply the vehicle.

Over the last 12 years at CrossFit Viroqua, I've watched teachers, farmers, business owners, healthcare workers, parents, and retirees walk through our doors looking for a healthier future.

What they find is that they're not alone.

They're surrounded by people who understand the struggles, celebrate the victories, and show up even when motivation isn't high.

The strongest thing we build at CrossFit Viroqua isn't muscle.

It's a community of people committed to becoming better versions of themselves.

And that's what keeps people coming back.

Not the burpees. 😉

What was the reason YOU started your fitness journey?

👇 I'd love to hear your story.

06/11/2026

We’re not just building stronger kids. We’re building confident kids.

What if your child spent this summer building confidence instead of screen time?

Imagine them learning new skills.
Making new friends.
Trying hard things.
Discovering they’re capable of more than they thought.

That’s what CrossFit Kids is all about.

This isn’t just exercise.

It’s running, jumping, climbing, lifting, teamwork, games, challenges, and FUN.

It’s learning how to move well.
How to listen.
How to work hard.
How to encourage others.
How to believe in themselves.

Every class is designed to help kids grow stronger—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too.

Your child doesn’t need to be athletic.
They don’t need experience.
They don’t need to be the fastest, strongest, or most coordinated kid in the room.

They just need to show up.

Classes are coached by Angie, a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer with over 3,000 hours of coaching experience—and a mom of 10 who understands that every child learns differently and deserves to feel successful.

📅 Starts June 17
📅 8-week session
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays

👦 Ages 8–10: 2:00–2:45 PM
👧 Ages 11–13: 2:45–3:30 PM

Spots are limited.

👇 Registration links are in the comments.

06/10/2026

She couldn’t hold the handles of the bike today.

Not because she didn’t want to.
Not because she was looking for an easier option.

Julie has never been the person to use cancer as a reason not to show up.

She shows up.

She does what she can with what she has that day, and she keeps moving forward.

Today during the team workout , holding the handles wasn’t an option because of her chemo port.

So her friends in our Legends class came up with a solution.

Without being asked, they gathered around her and became the handles.

One person supporting one side.
Another supporting the other.
Everyone cheering her on.

The workout itself isn’t what moved me.

It’s the reminder that strength comes in many forms.

The strength to keep showing up.
The strength to adapt.
The strength to support someone else’s fight.

Julie brought all three today.

Cancer showed up.

Julie showed up too.

And today, so did her community. ❤️

We are so proud of Julie and our Legends community!

This is CrossFit Viroqua!

06/10/2026

Strong Kids. Confident Tomorrow.

One of the greatest gifts we can give kids is confidence.

Not confidence from being told they’re awesome.
Confidence from learning a new skill, overcoming challenges, and discovering what they’re capable of.

That’s exactly what CrossFit Kids is about.

✅ Learning movement skills
✅ Building strength safely
✅ Having fun with friends
✅ Growing confidence that carries into sports, school, and life

Classes start next Tuesday and run for 8 weeks!

📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏱️ 45-minute classes

👦 Ages 8–10: 2:00–2:45 PM
👧 Ages 11–13: 2:45–3:30 PM

If your child is close to one of the age groups but would love to join us, send us a message—we’re happy to chat about the best fit.

Spots are limited!

👇 Registration links are in the comments.