By Matt Giordano, Owner of CrossFit Newtown As both a father of three young athletes and a former collegiate soccer player, I’ve spent countless hours on fields and in gyms watching youth sports evolve over the decades. What I’ve observed is concerning: while specialization has increased, fundamental athletic development has declined. Today’s young athletes often excel in sport-specific skills but lack the foundational movement patterns, strength, and physical literacy that create truly exceptional, injury-resistant performers. This observation was the catalyst for creating the Newtown Youth Academy at CrossFit Newtown. Beyond Early Specialization The current youth sports landscape often pushes kids to specialize in a single sport at increasingly younger ages. As someone who has been in the fitness industry for 25 years and holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science, I can tell you that this approach is fundamentally flawed. Early specialization doesn’t create better athletes—it creates imbalanced ones. It...Read more

By Janice Perry, Head Nutrition Coach at CrossFit Newtown When people ask me what makes CrossFit Newtown special, I often point to our holistic approach to fitness. We understand that what happens in the gym is just one piece of the puzzle. What you do in your kitchen matters just as much—if not more—than what you do on the workout floor. That’s where our Trifecta Nutrition Coaching program comes in. My Journey to Nutrition Coaching Like many of you, my path wasn’t straightforward. I’ve always been an athlete at heart—from gymnastics to soccer to softball. If it involved competition, I was all in. Pitching for LaSalle University was a highlight of my early athletic career, but life has a way of evolving our priorities. When I became a mother of four, I faced the reality that many of you know all too well: balancing fitness with family responsibilities isn’t easy....Read more

By Matt Giordano, Owner of CrossFit Newtown When I first envisioned CrossFit Newtown, I didn’t just want to open another gym. With 25 years in the health and fitness industry, I’d seen countless facilities come and go – some offering state-of-the-art equipment, others promising quick results with minimal effort. But something was always missing: genuine community. Beyond the Barbell Let me be clear – we take fitness seriously at CrossFit Newtown. With my background in exercise science and certifications ranging from NSCA CSCS to CrossFit Level 3, our programming is methodical, evidence-based, and effective. But what truly separates us from every other fitness option in Newtown, PA isn’t just our expertise – it’s how we’ve built a community that transcends traditional gym culture. When you walk through our doors, you’re not just another membership fee. You’re joining an extended family where coaches know your name, your goals, and even your...Read more

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