Train, recover, fuel — answers from the people who coach here.
Practical, no-hype guides on recovery, training, physical therapy and nutrition — written by the ONE Boulder Fitness team and reviewed by our resident experts. Answer-first, Boulder-specific, and genuinely useful.
GuidesHow to Choose a Gym Near CU Boulder
Location, real cost, equipment, recovery, hours, coaching and community — seven things to weigh before you sign up.
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RecoveryWhat Is Dry Needling? A Plain-Language Guide
Does it hurt, is it acupuncture, and does it actually work — the honest answers on trigger points and what a session feels like.
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RecoveryClimbing Injuries in Boulder: When to See a PT
Finger pulleys, climber’s elbow, shoulder pain — when it’s more than a rest day will fix, and what treatment involves.
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ComparisonONE Boulder Fitness vs. Other Boulder Gyms
Facilities, coached programs, hours and price, side by side — and the case for why we come out ahead.
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RecoveryDoes Any Gym in Boulder Have a Cold Plunge? (2026)
The honest 2026 picture of which Boulder gyms actually have a plunge — and where it comes included.
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RecoverySauna vs. Steam Room vs. Cold Plunge
They’re not the same thing. What each does, and how to combine all three.
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RecoveryCold Plunge Benefits for Runners & Cyclists
What the research supports for endurance athletes — plus one important timing caveat.
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SeasonalHow to Train for Ski Season: A 6-Week Guide
Legs, control and lungs before first snow — a simple Boulder ski-conditioning plan.
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TrainingStrength Training After 40: Why Now Is the Time
Muscle, bone density and independence — why after 40 is the best time to start.
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NutritionDietitian vs. Nutritionist: Which Do You Need?
The real difference between the titles — and how to choose for your goal.
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