More Than Stress: Why Cortisol Matters for Your TrainingWhen you think about performance in the gym, you probably think about strength, endurance, and maybe even macros. But what about hormones? Specifically—cortisol?GeneralMember Spotlight: Taylor RichéHe came to Renew looking for consistency, and found it, plus a whole lot more. Meet Taylor—focused, funny, and always showing up looking sharp.Member SpotlightsDrinking Less Changed More Than I ExpectedI sort of quit drinking on accident. I would have described how I drank as very responsible, most of the time. Alcohol by its very nature affects our ability to make sound decisions, so obviously there were times I went overboard and felt physically and emotionally horrible afterwards. I actually started the process of learning more about the effects of alcohol because of my role as a nutrition coach. I had a client who hit a plateau and I wanted to know how much drinking 1 or 2 times per week could affect her progress. A mentor of mine recommended This Naked Mind...GeneralHerb Encrusted Mustard SalmonA dinner that feels fancy but takes less time than scrolling Netflix.RecipesMember Spotlight: The WussowsAnyone who worked out in The Shed in the early days of Renew automatically deserves our utmost respect. Learn more about our favorite boomerang members, the Wussows!Member SpotlightsThree Drills to Finally Master Your Double-UndersIf you’ve ever whipped yourself in the shins mid-workout, you know: double-unders are a humbling CrossFit skill. The concept is simple — the rope passes under your feet twice for every jump — but the execution? That’s another story.GeneralNext