OUR BLOG
The Black Flag Athletics Blog is a ever-growing collection of our staff’s knowledge and wisdom. One of our reasons for being that we get to educate all walks of life. Head below to get a sample of what our coaches are talking about and let us know what you think by leaving us a note in the blog post’s comment section.
How To Live Longer, Stronger
"Be an athlete!" - As you enter Black Flag Athletics in Cleveland, Ohio, you will have often hear me uttering these words to a group of men and women who we are training. Most of these people work regular 9-5 jobs, with families and the rigors and stress of life that...
The Key To Your Success In 2022
Starting your day with a routine can help you live longer, better. I never noticed the value of routine and its impact on my life until I lost it. As I reflect on my younger days, I now realize that a daily routine and the discipline that structure provided was a...
Communication and Common Mistakes – Coaching the Pregnant and Postpartum Athlete
Welcome to the first part of our multi part blog series on coaching the pregnant and postpartum athlete. In the first installment we take a look at common mistakes by athletes and coaches as well as key factors leading to successful communication between them. The...
HowTo Start Your Fitness Journey
Have you been thinking about starting a fitness routine, but you’re not sure where to start? It can be intimidating with all of the fads and diets you hear about daily. It doesn’t have to be complicated to be effective! Let’s get it started. There’s a number of...
How To Hit Your Daily Protein Goals
The number one question that I get asked when talking about nutrition at Black Flag Athletics is protein. “How much do I need to eat to lose weight?” “How much do I need to eat to gain muscle?” “How much protein is enough each day?” No matter what your goals are,...
The Four Ways To Strengthen Your Optimism
So many factors can influence the outcome of our daily lives. These factors may be positive, like receiving good news from a friend, or hitting a PR on a lift at Black Flag Athletics. These factors also have the potential to be negative, like a conflict amongst family...