Women and CrossFit – A Top 10 List
Although CrossFit has been around a while, it has finally become a household name – at least on the tongues of fitness-minded individuals. Whether you run the occasional 5K, meet up with your bestie ...
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10 Unwritten Rules to Follow at a CrossFit Box
If you have been CrossFitting for a while, you will recognize some or all of these. Here are ten unwritten rules that might be good to know when you attend your local box (or visit a new one). Some ...
Pick up the Bar! Developing Grip Strength
We return to our Pick Up the Bar series this week with an important topic: grip strength. Grip strength is one of the most important, and yet underdeveloped, aspects of our training. But once you ...
5 Steps to Better Burpees
Burpees - the dreaded and infamous bodyweight movement all CrossFit athletes despise. However, despite this aversion, burpees are arguably one of the most crucial exercises for building cardio, ...
The Ultimate Guide to Front Squat Perfection
Unleash the full potential of your lower body with the front squat! This powerhouse exercise is a golden ticket to enviable leg strength and an impressive core. However, mastering its form ...
5 Upper-Body Benchmark Favorites
You may be looking for some upper body WODs because your legs are far stronger than your upper body or because you want massive shoulders and pecs! I’ve compiled a list of my five favorite WODs that ...
At the Box: What Makes a Great CrossFit Box? (Part 4)
We're almost there, having covered the coaches and the community. Now, let's focus on the core! Core is integral to CrossFit and a crucial aspect of a great box. We can break down core into two ...
Pick up the Bar! 5 Routines to Improve Your Squat
Alright folks...we've covered the safety, the technique, and the back squat itself. But I know what you really want. You want to know how to move that heavy weight; to squat deep and to squat ...
5 CrossFit Myths: Fact vs. Fiction
The popularity of CrossFit has soared, leading to some misconceptions and doubts among those unfamiliar with it or who have yet to try it themselves. This article will address and clarify five ...
Should You Do CrossFit On An Empty Stomach?
It's important to note that opinions on pre-workout nutrition vary among individuals, with many having strong preferences. Athletes often have their own tried-and-true routines. The ideal timing ...
At the Box: What Makes a Great CrossFit Box? (Part 3)
When I was a kid, I loved building forts out of cardboard boxes. I would drape sheets over them and turn them on their side, imagining them as huge citadels or spaceships. I didn't just settle for ...
Ultimate Back Squat Guide: Perfect Your Form, Build Powerful Legs
So we've covered your safety and we've covered the basics. Let's push on to the mother of all lifts: The Back Squat. The back squat is one of the most fundamental strength training exercises and ...
