Today we're talking to CrossFit Games athlete and Doctor of Physical Therapy, Amanda Barnhart. Amanda is one of the CrossFit world’s highest-performing athletes in the space since making her Games debut in ... Continue Reading
Why Your Gym Is Stuck At 150 Members
Lots of functional fitness gyms get stuck at the mythical 150 member mark and can't break past it. Why is this? If you've spent any time watching TED Talks or reading blog posts from thought leaders, ... Continue Reading
“I Haven’t PR’d in Two Years”: Breaking Through a Common CrossFit Story
Humans share a universal need to work toward something. When we are not stretched or reaching, we become bored, lost, uninterested. This is what brings so many of us to CrossFit: the physical and mental ... Continue Reading
Andrey Sapozhonkov Bench Presses 277kg (611 pounds) at 90kg Bodyweight Raw
On December 17th, Russian powerlifter Andrey Sapozhonkov competed in the Raw division of the 2020 World Raw Powerlifting Federation (WRPF) World Championships in Moscow, Russia. He only participated in the ... Continue Reading
The History of How the Modern Day Gym Came to Be
Whether you work out in a CrossFit Box, a commercial gym, or in a home gym, there is little denying the importance of a dedicated space to train. It is a place where the body is tested, strengthened, and ... Continue Reading
The Top Strongwomen to Watch in 2021
The sport of strongwoman gets more exciting every year. It is enjoying steady growth, attracting already established female strength athletes to it, as well as cultivating a deep field of strongwomen who ... Continue Reading
The Best Foam Roller Calf Exercises for Recovery
Foam rolling is a popular myofascial release method among strength athletes and the general population to help reduce post-exercise muscle soreness and improve mobility. However, outside of just rolling ... Continue Reading
Sole F63 Treadmill Review
Whether you’re building out a home gym or adding one to your living room decor, many of the best treadmills tend to gobble up floorspace. If you’re tight on space — and on cash — the Sole F63 Treadmill ... Continue Reading
Life Fitness T3 Treadmill Review
The Life Fitness T3 treadmill is a durable and dependable product that can satisfy the needs of nearly every type of runner. For some people, the best treadmills have many modern features, like Bluetooth ... Continue Reading
Sole F65 Treadmill Review
Buying high-quality fitness equipment, such as a treadmill, doesn’t have to be an expensive endeavor. The Sole F65 is an affordable option that can deliver the same quality and features as its more ... Continue Reading
Sole F85 Treadmill Review
If you’re looking for a new treadmill that’s heavy on technology, you might want to consider the Sole F85. This luxury treadmill features a 4.0 HP motor, a foldable “Z-shaped” frame, and a ... Continue Reading
The Best Home Workout Programs for Any Training Goal
No matter how dedicated you might be, there are going to be times when getting to the gym might be difficult or impossible — either due to a hectic work/life schedule or a global pandemic shutting down ... Continue Reading
Sole TT8 Treadmill Review
Finding the right treadmill is a daunting task with so many models available. But if you’re looking for one with a 4.0 HP motor, a 400-pound weight capacity, and heavy-duty three-inch rollers, the ... Continue Reading
Throwing Down the Hammer (with Steph Hammerman)
Today we're talking to athlete and coach Steph Hammerman, better known online as Steph the Hammer. Steph was born with cerebral palsy, and since discovering CrossFit years ago, she’s been a prominent force ... Continue Reading
2020 Olympia Saturday Finals Report — Mr. Olympia, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique & Bikini
Saturday night at the Olympia on a normal year is exciting and symbolic. Fans are always excited to see the best bodies in fitness competing. For the athletes, it’s symbolic because it’s the culmination of ... Continue Reading
2020 Olympia Friday Prejudging Callout Report — Fitness, Figure, 212, Women’s Physique & Ms. Olympia
The 2020 Olympia is here. After many athlete dropouts, a location change, and a lot of uncertainty, the best physiques in the world will compete for the ultimate prize over the course of Friday and ... Continue Reading
The Best Types of Supplements for Performance, Weight Loss, and Health
Nowadays, a trip to your local health store can be overwhelming. Even if you know what to look for — and you may not — there are so many options. And every capsule and powder claims to give you healthier ... Continue Reading
What Changed About Women and Strength (with Liz Plosser)
Today we're talking to Liz Plosser, the Editor in Chief of Women’s Health. Liz is one of the fitness industry’s head honchos when it comes to content, but journalism definitely wasn’t the first place her ... Continue Reading
At 90 Years Old, Powerlifter Joe Stockinger Deadlifts 183.7-Kilogram (405-Pound) Double
Joe Stockinger may just be the strongest man in his 90s. At 90 years old, Stockinger, who is a competitive powerlifter, was filmed deadlifting 405 pounds (183.7 kilograms) raw — for a double. It is ... Continue Reading
Enter to Win Our Kettlebell Kings 2020 Holiday Giveaway!
It's the season of giving — and swinging kettlebells. And to celebrate, we're launching an epic giveaway with our friends over at Kettlebell Kings. One lucky winner will receive: 4 Powder Coated ... Continue Reading
Sole F80 Treadmill Review
The Sole F80 Treadmill is an excellent option for those looking to add a modernized treadmill to their home gym without breaking the bank. Despite its sub-$2,000 price, it still has some solid features, ... Continue Reading
TrueForm Runner Treadmill Review
Not all treadmills are built the same. Some feature touchscreen monitors and automatic adjustments, some stick to the basics, while others — like the TrueForm Runner — feature a curved ... Continue Reading
Brian Shaw Wins 2020 Shaw Classic — Recap and Results
In August of 2020, four-time World’s Strongest Man Brian Shaw announced that he'd be promoting a strongman show called the Shaw Classic. It was a contest put together for strongmen by strongmen, with Shaw ... Continue Reading
Irish Para Powerlifter Britney Arendse Breaks Records and Aims for Tokyo Paralympic Games
In 2018 Irish Para powerlifter Britney Arendse set a junior world record with a lift of 98.5kg at the -73kg weight class after only being involved in powerlifting for two years. You read that correctly. ... Continue Reading