The Guerrilla Group

05/14/2022

05/13/2022

For the mission. By any means necessary.

05/11/2022

As a trainer it’s always fascinating to me, in a modern world we keep returning to ancient modalities to health and wellness. Cupping dates as far back as 1,550 B.C.. ⁣
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Cupping is a form of therapy that decompresses soft tissues using vacuum suction, unlike other forms of massage that compresses soft tissues. During cupping, the cup gently sucks to your skin and lifts underlying tissue into the cup (pulling instead of pushing on tissue like a massage).⁣
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Personally, I’ve only done dry cupping so can speak to my experience; it helps me. I put my body through a lot. I train hard. I live hard. I recover hard. I am consistent with mobility, sleep, protein, hydration, etc. I am extremely in tune to my body, it’s a superpower I highly recommend developing. ⁣
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And with that, I know when I’m stressed I hold extreme tension under my left shoulder blade that pulls into my trap, lat, neck, chest and front delt. If it gets bad enough it will pull down into my bicep and cause numbness in my left hand. Deep tissue massage, muscle scraping and cupping are really the only way for me to get relief when it’s this bad.
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With any 𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘦 - PSA I hate this phrasing because it implies that this can’t just BE medicine by Western standards. And with our obesity rate approaching 50% it’s confusing to me because clearly Western 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘦 isn’t working, but I digress - you’ll hear plenty of people not bought into it. There isn’t a lot of research, sure, but if it works for you, why not? Of course always check with your doc if you have a pre-existing conditioning and find a good practitioner. ⁣
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Possible benefits 🤲⁣
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Reduce or relieve pain⁣
Improve circulation, blood and lymph circulation⁣
Promote mobility and range of motion⁣
Decrease toxins⁣
Lower cholesterol⁣
Decrease migraines⁣
Improve immune function⁣
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Have you tried cupping? What was your experience like?⁣
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05/08/2022

Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms out there sending it!!! Love to those who have lost a mother, can’t be with their family today or must mother themselves, we see you 🥰

05/07/2022

It takes a team to dominate the ocean 🌊

05/02/2022

Summer days were made for cruisin.

05/01/2022

Bring me that horizon.

04/24/2022

We got tons of dope footage and pictures from the inaugural fitness festival that we can’t wait to edit and share with you guys….but this one’s going on the books as our fave from the weekend. Why? Because these are the people who have rallied behind us from Day 1. Family.
All of these amazing humans are part of organizations committed to helping people, in one form or another. Make sure to check them out and show them some love.

04/21/2022

.guerrilla recently had the opportunity to go sailing with and , and it did not disappoint!
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Warrior Sailing provides maritime education and outreach for wounded, ill, and injured service members and Veterans. They facilitate opportunities for skill development and build partnerships between the military and marine communities. Sailing is their platform to positively impact the physical and mental health of their participants. Warrior Sailing reconnects veterans to the camaraderie and teamwork previously found in military service.
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Make sure to give them a follow and support their mission!

04/20/2022

Cold Therapy 🧊 has been used to improve health for over 4,000 years. It offers many holistic benefits, including a way to practice calming your nervous system@in a controlled environment, that just might work for you! ⁣
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Cold habituation lowers sympathetic activation, “the gas pedal” of your nervous system, wired to keep you alive, and increases your “break pedal,” parasympathetic calming response. The brain releases norepinephrine which is shown to reduce depression and anxiety. Mood and brain function can also improve. Cold therapy can decrease inflammation, improve your sleep, increase metabolism, stimulate dopamine production, boost your immune system and help you recover better from training.⁣
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But you don’t have to do a polar plunge in order to practice – short durations in super cold water will offer the same benefits. It’s possible to try cold therapy right at home.⁣
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🛁 Ice bath: Soaking in a tub filled with cold water and ice.⁣
🌊 Cold shower or pool: A short stint in cold water is a great way to start including into your daily routine.⁣
❄️ Exposure to cold external temperatures: Take a walk outside on a cold day in minimal clothing can have an effect that’s similar to a cold shower.
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No matter which approach you like best, build up your cold exposure gradually. Start by turning down the water temperature at the end of your shower for a few seconds, gradually increasing the time you spend in the cold water over the course of a few weeks. When you’re comfortable with that, you might be ready for a cold pool or lake – but not for more than a couple of minutes. Check with your doc first if you have pre-existing conditions. ⁣
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Do you practice cold therapy? ⁣
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04/20/2022

Two more days until we join forces with our friends in Jacksonville and have some fun in the sun! You can still get your tickets. Use code SUNSHINE_GBF for 20% off and 20% of your purchase going to .

Posted • FREEDOM, FITNESS & FUN ON THE MORNING SHOW

Jason and Emily McCarthy join The Morning Show on to talk about Sandlot JAX - how it came about, what you can expect next week and why you should invite all your friends.|