Canadian CrossFit Games athlete Cedric Lapointe was out of the CrossFit Open Top 20 after facing a major penalty following CrossFit Open Workout 20.1. He received a major penalty for lack of extension ... Continue Reading
3 Huge Performances From the Big Dogs 4 Powerlifting Meet
Over the weekend, Big Dogs 4 brought eight of the biggest names in powerlifting together to compete over one day in Australia. The event runs in conjunction with the Wild Cats meet, which is a competition ... Continue Reading
Best Jump Ropes
The term jump rope might conjure images of young kids playing on the sidewalk. But for an increasing number of adults, jumping rope is a key component to an overall fitness routine. Boxers have sworn by ... Continue Reading
The Small Muscles That Will Make Your Lifts Bigger
There’s nothing more impressive than a massive lift, but it's worth pointing out that even the biggest and strongest lifters can neglect the smaller, less sexy muscles in their quest for getting ... Continue Reading
CrossFit Open 20.4 Tips From Top Athletes And Coaches
The second last workout of the 2020 CrossFit Open season has been announced. On Thursday night, Diablo CrossFit in Pleasant Hill, California hosted the live reveal and Games athletes Ben Smith, Jason ... Continue Reading
CrossFit Open Workout 20.4 Announced
We're closing in on the final stretch of the 2020 CrossFit Open season, and on Thursday, Workout 20.4 was announced live from Diablo CrossFit in Pleasant Hill, California. There was all sorts of ... Continue Reading
Larry “Wheels” Williams Injures Ankle Under 920 lb Squat, Still Plans to Compete
In a video that's making the rounds on social media, powerlifter and strongman athlete Larry Wheels appears to have injured his ankle to some degree under a 920 lb squat. This squat would have been a ... Continue Reading
3 Methods for Using Rest Times Strategically, and When They Don’t Matter
We all rest between sets, but few people do so strategically, with their individual goal in mind. This article will help you choose the right amount of time to rest based on your goal, be it strength, ... Continue Reading
Strongman Hafthor Bjornsson Said He Might Give A Plant-Based Diet A Try
Could Icelandic strongman Hafthor Bjornsson be the next great vegan? Recently, IFBB professional bodybyuilder Kai Greene posted a photo on his Instagram poking at Bjornsson to try the plant-based diet ... Continue Reading
Kristin Holte And Frederik Aegidius Win CrossFit Open Workout 20.2
CrossFit HQ announced that Reebok CrossFit Games athletes Kristin Holte and Frederik Aegidius are the official winners of CrossFit Open Workout 20.2. With their officially confirmed victory, ... Continue Reading
The 7 Best Ankle Straps of 2025 (Nov Update)
Like squat racks or free weights, cable machines are ubiquitous at just about any gym. And for anyone looking to make the most out of leg day, cable machine exercises should ... Continue Reading
Nick Shaw: Building a Nutrition Empire
What fuels athletes like Rich Froning, Annie Thorisdottir, and Mattie Rogers? Hint: It's nutrition, backed by science. In under five years, Nick Shaw built Renaissance Periodization from an upstart seller ... Continue Reading
Heber Cannon: Fitness Life with a Buttery Bro
For nearly a decade, Heber Cannon directed films for CrossFit HQ and brought the CrossFit Games and culture to a worldwide audience. Today, he's one half of The Buttery Bros, a dynamic duo that travels the ... Continue Reading
How To Watch CrossFit Open Workout 20.4 (Ft: Ben Smith, Jason Carroll, And Sean Sweeney)
We're more than halfway through the 2020 CrossFit Open and only two workout announcements remain. This Thursday night, CrossFit Open Workout 20.4 will go live featuring three Reebok CrossFit Games ... Continue Reading
3 Kettlebell Variations That Will Improve Your Barbell Back Squat
Google the word squat and you come up with over 168 million hits. Then Google the word deadlift and you only get 24 million hits. According to Google, the squat is the king of all exercises. See how ... Continue Reading
How Tempo Work Helped Me Push Through a Plateau
Retiring from being a competitive CrossFit athlete is different than moving on from any other sport. When I quit gymnastics, I stopped practicing beam routines. Cold turkey. When I retired from ... Continue Reading
After Penalties In 2018, Here’s How Jacob Heppner Is Tackling CrossFit Open Workout 20.3
By now, you're probably well aware that CrossFit Open Workout 20.3 is a repeat of the dreaded 18.4 workout. CrossFit Open Workout 18.4 was a notoriously frustrating one for certain athletes, ... Continue Reading
Best Powdered Peanut Butter of 2025 for Texture, Shakes, and More
For folks looking to reap the protein-rich benefits of peanut butter while cutting out some of the calories and fats associated with it, powdered peanut butter may be an alternative worth exploring. Made ... Continue Reading
Muscle Fiber Found In Elite Powerlifter Is 22% Larger Than a Rhino’s
Where do the upper limits for strength and size exist? We're in an interesting time in the world of fitness and strength sports. The popularity of lifting and competing in strength sports continues to ... Continue Reading
Best Ankle Brace
Ankle braces can be an athlete’s best friend. They can be worn during any stage of injury, from immediately after the inciting moment, to the period of recovery, and even worn as a preventative measure. ... Continue Reading
Max Shethar Becomes Youngest Powerlifter to Deadlift 722 lbs In Competition
Junior powerlifter Max Shethar had himself a day this past weekend competing at the Drug Tested Washington State Open held at DOP Strength Gym in Kirkland, Washington. Shethar, no stranger to ... Continue Reading
Craig Lindell: Can We Fix Physical Therapy?
Craig Lindell set out to help people move better; building a global following of more than 500,000 followers almost happened by accident. As one third of "The Prehab Guys," Craig has become one of the ... Continue Reading
The Ultimate Beginner Pull-Up Guide (4-Weeks to Your First Rep!)
The pull-up could be referred to as a milestone exercise. The ability to successfully lift one's chin over a pull-up bar from a dead hang position is incredibly self-empowering. For true ... Continue Reading
Mateusz Kieliszkowski Wins World’s Ultimate Strongman With A Torn Biceps
Polish strongman Mateusz Kieliszkowski edged out his competition on Friday to be crowned the 2019 World's Ultimate Strongman — his first world title. Kieliszkowski finished on top with 55.5 points, ... Continue Reading