Fitness & Health Blog
Critical Nutrition for Athletes
This nutrition for athletes information is presented by Wellness Consultant and Exercise Physiologist Toni Branner, and professional dancer Caroline Lewis-Jones. This valuable information about free radical damage to your cells caused by exercise can help you make healthier choices in your diet. Exercise and physical activity increase oxygen consumption and...
Group Fitness with Heather Kobus
Join our group fitness class at Athlete's Arena (Irmo location) lead by certified trainer Heather Kobus. Each group sessions incorporates dynamic warm-ups, circuit training and strength training. The 45min. session is packed with exercises to increase strength and endurance. You will tone your body and gain muscle. Each session can be customized to your ability. Heather advocates building a strong,...
New Year 2018
Athlete's Arena had some great moments in 2017 and we are excited about what 2018 will bring. Thank you to our members and trainers for your loyalty, hard work and inspiration. The strong sense of community between our members and staff at Athlete's Arena and CrossFit Athlete's Arena is amazing...
Register for #SquatforSpot & Receive a FREE Gift
The next 10 people to complete registration for #SquatforSpot on-line at Eventbrite or in person at Athlete's Arena's Irmo location will receive a customized sweat brow towel courtesy of Athlete's Arena. This is only for who complete registration and participate in this event. #SquatforSpot is a fundraising event hosted by Athlete's Arena...
#SquatforSpot Raffle for Local Swag
Bring an item or give a $5 monetary donation to Homeward Bound Pet Rescue and you will be entered into a raffle for some local swag. We have a gift card for a month of CrossFit, 2-hours of professional home cleaning, a gifts card from local restaurants, and other great items...
#SquatforSpot Sneak Peak
Here's a sneak peak of one of the movements for #SquatforSpot. Register today for the December 2 fundraiser hosted by Athlete's Arena to benefit Homeward Bound Pet Rescue. 100% of the proceeds will go to Homeward Bound and your $25 participation fee is tax-deductible. https://youtu.be/l3iM5hDfbhg
Thanksgiving Gym Schedule
During the Thanksgiving holiday, we will offer fewer hours so that our coaches can celebrate with their families. Here is the Thanksgiving break schedule. Wednesday, November 22 - Gym will close at 5PM Thursday, Thanksgiving Day - Closed Friday, November 24 - Open at 8AM Saturday, November 25 - Regular gym...
Heather Kobus Talks About #SquatforSpot
We would love for you to join us on December 2 for #SquatforSpot. Register on-line at Athlete's Arena's website or by visiting Athlete's Arena's Irmo location. The $25 participation fee is tax deductible and 100% of the funds raised will go to Homeward Bound Pet Rescue. We are super excited...
Squat for Spot – December 2
As everyone knows, we at Athlete's Arena are passionate about animals. Many mornings our members will stroll into the gym and will be greeted by one of our coach’s fur babies. It’s because of our love for animals that we have decided to host a fundraising event to raise money...