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At CrossFit Lodestar, we believe fitness isn’t just about lifting heavier weights, running faster, or pushing through tough workouts—it’s about building a foundation of strength, resilience, and long-term wellness. That foundation starts with something often overlooked but essential: mobility training.
Mobility is more than flexibility. It’s the ability to move your body through its full range of motion with strength and control. Whether you’re squatting, pressing overhead, or simply picking up your kids, mobility plays a vital role in keeping your joints healthy, preventing injuries, and improving performance. Without it, even the strongest athletes can find themselves limited, frustrated, or sidelined by pain.
That’s why at Lodestar—where our mission is inspiring community through fitness and faith—we’ve made mobility a priority alongside functional fitness. By combining the intensity and variety of CrossFit with focused mobility work, our athletes are better equipped to reach their goals, avoid setbacks, and move with freedom both inside and outside the gym.
Functional fitness is about training for real life—lifting groceries, climbing stairs, running after your kids, or thriving in your sport. But if your body lacks the ability to move efficiently, every movement becomes harder and riskier.
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Adding mobility into your training isn’t optional—it’s the key to unlocking strength, power, and endurance without compromising your health. It allows you to train smarter, recover better, and enjoy fitness for years to come.
We’re excited to introduce Melissa Hanna, our dedicated Mobility Coach at Lodestar. Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and practical tools to help athletes of all levels restore and enhance their movement. She understands that every athlete has unique limitations and goals, and she thrives on tailoring mobility work to support your fitness journey.
Melissa’s approach is hands-on and engaging. Through guided sessions, she helps our members improve joint range of motion, reduce pain and stiffness, and correct movement patterns. More importantly, she equips you with strategies and exercises you can continue outside the gym, making mobility a lifelong asset instead of a temporary fix.
Whether you’re brand new to fitness, a weekend warrior, or a competitive athlete, Melissa is here to help you move better, feel better, and perform at your best.
At Lodestar, we know community and connection are just as important as the workouts themselves. Mobility training is another way we can support one another—not just in chasing PRs, but in building a healthier, more capable life. Together, we celebrate progress in every form: lifting a heavier barbell, moving without pain, or simply feeling stronger in daily life.
So the next time you hit a workout at CrossFit Lodestar, remember: strength and speed mean little without the ability to move well. With the addition of dedicated mobility coaching led by Melissa Hanna, we’re taking another step toward empowering our community to thrive through fitness and faith.
Ready to experience the difference? Come train with us, meet Melissa, and unlock your full potential.
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