Seaward CrossFit

POWERLIFTING SEMINAR WITH NICK KING 🏋️

We’re excited to host two Powerlifting Seminars with Nick King at Seaward.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 9:30–10:30 AM
💰 $35

📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 9:30–10:30 AM
💰 $35

If you like lifting and want to get stronger, you’ll be able to take a lot away from these sessions.

Nick has 12+ years of lifting experience and has coached 50+ athletes from beginners to intermediate competitors. His approach is simple: nail the basics, understand your technique, and build strength that lasts.

The seminars will focus on the big three:
🏋️ Back Squat
🏋️ Bench Press
🏋️ Deadlift

Nick currently has PRs of:
685 lb Squat | 425 lb Bench | 705 lb Deadlift

Whether you're brand new to powerlifting or you've been lifting for years, come learn how to get stronger by getting better at the fundamentals.

📍 www.seawardcrossfit.com
🎟️ Email [email protected]

Are you fueling your workouts or just getting through them?

CrossFit is demanding. High-intensity training relies heavily on carbohydrates for quick, accessible energy, while protein provides the building blocks your body needs to repair and recover afterward.

Carbs help you perform. Protein helps you recover.

But knowing what to eat is only part of the equation. How much do you need? When should you eat it? Are you eating enough to support your training, recovery, and goals?

That’s where a Seaward Nutrition Health Coach can help.

Together, we’ll look at your nutrition, training, recovery, and lifestyle to create a plan that works for YOU, not another generic meal plan.

Eat well. Train Smart. Feel Good.

📲 Ready to stop guessing and start fueling with purpose?
Book a Nutrition Consultation with a Seaward Coach.
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🏆 CONGRATS to Coach Nicole for taking 1st Place in her Masters Division at the Tampa Bay Games on Sunday, August 16! 🏆

Out on the competition floor, Coach Nicole demonstrated what she often teaches us in class: strategy, pacing, planned rest, and intentional sets.

Smart training. Smart strategy. Strong ex*****on.

We’re so proud of you, Nicole! Congratulations on an incredible performance! 🥇👏

Want to work on your own competition prep?
If you’re ever keen to practice a competition workout, dial in your strategy, or get a little extra 1:1 coaching, working with Coach Nicole can help you take your performance to the next level.

CHEER ON COACH NICOLE!

This Sunday, August 16th, Coach Nicole is stepping onto the competition floor at the Tampa Bay Games! 💪

Whether you’re there in person or cheering from Sarasota, drop a 🔥 below and wish Coach Nicole good luck!

📅 Sunday, August 16th
📍 Tampa Bay Games
www.tampabaygames.com

LET’S GO, NICOLE! 👊

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HYROX RACE SIMULATOR!

This is an opportunity to test your fitness, push your limits, and see how you stack up when the running and functional work come together.

🏃‍♀️ Run. Work. Repeat.
💪 Test your strength & endurance
🔥 Challenge yourself

Whether you’re training for an actual HYROX or you just want to see what you’re capable of, this one is for you!

MEMBERS + NON-MEMBERS WELCOME!

💰 $35 Seaward Members
Email us for the member registration code.

💰 $50 Non-Members

⏱️ HEAT TIMES ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!

Payment + heat selection are required to secure your spot.
Your registration is not confirmed until payment is received and your heat time is selected.

📅 Saturday, September 5th
📍 Seaward CrossFit | Sarasota

Come test your fitness, compete with your friends, and experience the challenge of HYROX in a supportive, high-energy environment.

Email [email protected]
www.seawardcrossfit.com

AUGUST MEMBER OF THE MONTH: JASON!

Our August Member of the Month has spent the last decade building his fitness through CrossFit while also staying active with biking, running, hiking, climbing, and exploring the outdoors.

When Jason first started CrossFit, he was nervous about Olympic and powerlifting movements. He worried he wouldn’t be able to lift much weight or that he might look silly.

But he quickly discovered that lifting wasn’t just about brute strength. It became a journey of mobility, technique, patience, and commitment.

One of the biggest things he’s learned along the way?

“You are your biggest critic and obstacle.”

And that mindset has extended beyond his own fitness. He’s learned that while everyone is on their own journey, we can also help others simply by leading by example, showing up, and contributing to the community around us.

At Seaward, he especially enjoys the cardio and calisthenics side of CrossFit — including workouts like MURPH and those long, simple-but-grindy workouts that test your ability to keep going.

And his advice to anyone starting CrossFit or weightlifting?

“It’s okay to scale down. Just keep showing up!”

Outside the gym, you’ll find him grabbing coffee with friends, riding his bike around downtown Sarasota, running with his weekly run club, and enjoying everything from 80s to 90s music.

His favorite quote sums up his philosophy pretty perfectly:

“Wherever you go, there you are.”

A reminder that you don't have to become someone else to be worthy of where you are right now. Keep working, keep learning, and learn to appreciate yourself along the way.

We’re grateful to have you as part of the Seaward community. Congratulations,
Jason!

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✨MEMBER OF THE MONTH JULIA ✨

If you've ever caught someone dancing between sets or smiling through a tough workout, chances are you've spotted Julia. 💃

Quirky, witty, creative, and always bringing a little extra fun to class, Julia has become such a valued part of the Seaward community. Since joining us in January, she's reminded us that fitness isn't just about getting stronger, it's about discovering what you're capable of.

Three years ago, Julia started CrossFit on her 41st birthday because she wanted to learn to lift weights properly and build strong bones for the future. Along the way, she discovered something she never expected:

"I'm a lot more athletic than I ever would have imagined."

Whether she's crushing the SkiErg, rowing, or somehow enjoying burpees (yes, really! 😅), Julia shows up ready to work... and occasionally dance when a good song comes on.

Outside the gym, she's learning to play the drums, taking ballroom dance lessons with Stephen, and embracing her creative side by rhinestoning just about everything in sight. ✨🥁

Her advice for anyone thinking about starting?

"Join a gym that cares about fundamentals. The surest way to get hurt is to move fast with bad form, and a good gym with solid trainers helps keep you safe while you build confidence."

And our favorite piece of wisdom from Julia:

"When I tell people I've done stand-up, improv, public speaking, or CrossFit, the reaction is usually, 'I could never.' The truth is, you probably will be scared. But fear is just an elevated heart rate, sweaty palms, a tight chest, an upset stomach, and your mind insisting you're going to die. Expect the feeling, breathe through it, and do the thing anyway."

Thank you, Julia, for bringing your energy, humor, kindness, and authenticity to Seaward. We are so grateful you're part of this community, and we can't wait to see what you accomplish next. ❤️👏

🇺🇸❤️ Happy 4th of July, Seaward CrossFit! ❤️🇻🇪

As we celebrate the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy today, we're reminded that our community extends far beyond our own backyard.

A few of our members are from Venezuela, where a devastating earthquake recently impacted countless families and communities. As she watches her home country navigate this difficult time, we're honored to stand beside her and help make a difference.

🏃 Join us for a 5K Run for Venezuela
📅 Sunday, July 5
🕓 6:30AM
📍68 Quay Commons, Suite G (New Foxtail Coffee - SRQ Downtown)

100% of the proceeds raised will be donated to , a nonprofit providing emergency relief and rebuilding support for families affected by the earthquake in Venezuela.

Learn more or donate:
🌐 https://www.fundacion7estrellas.com

Whether you run, walk, cheer, or simply make a donation, every act of kindness helps. This is what community is all about—showing up for one another when it matters most.

We hope you'll join us as we come together to support those in need. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Independence Day, and thank you for helping us make a difference. ❤️



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🏳️‍🌈✊🏾 Pride + Juneteenth Workout Spotlight ✊🏾🏳️‍🌈

This month we recognize both Pride and Juneteenth and honor Marsha P. Johnson — a Black Trans American LGBTQ+ activist whose advocacy helped shape the fight for equality, visibility, and community support. She became a powerful figure connected to the early LGBTQ+ rights movement and dedicated herself to supporting marginalized people through activism and care.

Today’s workout is a chance to move with purpose and reflect on the courage it takes to create change and build spaces where people feel welcome, supported, and seen.

Marsha died in 1992 under circumstances that remain disputed and deeply significant to many in the LGBTQ+ community; her death was initially ruled a su***de and later changed to undetermined after renewed attention to the case.

At Seaward, we believe strength is built through community, inclusion, and showing up for one another.

🌈 Sweat together. Celebrate together. Keep showing up.

Join Us for the Marsha P. Johnson Memorial WOD

On Saturday, June 20th we will be honoring **Juneteenth** and **Pride Month** by completing the **Marsha P. Johnson Memorial WOD**, created by OUTAthletics / The Out Foundation.

Marsha P. Johnson was a Black transgender activist, community leader, and a pivotal figure in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. This workout is an opportunity to recognize her legacy while celebrating the strength, resilience, and diversity of our community.

At Seaward CrossFit, we believe fitness is for everyone. We are proud to create a space where people of all backgrounds can challenge themselves, support one another, and belong.

💪 **Marsha P. Johnson Memorial WOD**
📅 Saturday, June 20 (7:30 & 8:30AM)
📍 BOOK A DROP-IN via www.SeawardCrossFit.com
🏳️‍🌈 Celebrating Pride Month
✊ Honoring Juneteenth
❤️ Building a stronger community together

Whether you're a longtime member or joining us for the first time, we invite you to come sweat, connect, and honor the people who paved the way for greater equality and inclusion.



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