Australia has embraced the sport of CrossFit since its infancy. Since 2009, the country has hosted Regionals-level CrossFit events and witnessed some of the greatest moments in the history of the ... Continue Reading
Legion Plant+ Protein Review (2026): A Plant-Based Powerhouse for Daily Protein Needs
When building out a performance-laden supplement regimen, the best protein powders can serve as a great foundation thanks to their influence on muscle growth, bone density, and recovery times. ... Continue Reading
Is CrossFit Paving the Way for Women in All Sports?
Today, I feel very proud to be part of the CrossFit community. This came about after I stumbled across a September 2024 article in Sex Roles: A Journal of Research. The article — “Beyond the ... Continue Reading
2024 Olympia Results — Live Updates & Coverage
It's a contest six decades in the making — the 2024 Olympia, which runs from Oct. 10 to 13 in Las Vegas, NV, showcases the world's biggest, baddest bodybuilders on a single star-studded stage. Here are ... Continue Reading
5 Reasons to Take NASM’s Performance Enhancement Specialization Program
The National Academy of Sports Medicine, known as NASM, has launched its Performance Enhancement Specialization (PES) course. This new certification is for trainers who want to improve their coaching ... Continue Reading
Jeremy Buendia Will Contend 2025 Arnold Classic Title; Hints at Retirement
On Oct. 2, 2024, four-time Men’s Physique Olympia champ Jeremy Buendia announced via social media that he’ll likely retire from competitive bodybuilding after the 2025 season. Buendia has already started ... Continue Reading
Derek Lunsford’s Secret Advantage at the 2024 Mr. Olympia
At the 2024 Mr. Olympia, last year's winner, Derek Lunsford, has a chance to establish the next great bodybuilding dynasty. This year’s “O” runs from Oct. 11 to 12 in Las Vegas, NV. The stakes are ... Continue Reading
The World Anti-Doping Agency Releases 2025 Banned Substances Updates – How Does This Affect CrossFit?
On September 24, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) published an updated list of prohibited substances and methods, which will become effective on January 1, 2025. Remind me: WADA was formed in 1999 as ... Continue Reading
HYROX Announces Chicago as Host City for 2024-25 World Championships
"The World Series of Fitness Racing": HYROX has confirmed that its 2024/25 World Championships will occur in the United States at Chicago Navy Pier from June 12-15, 2025. HYROX is one of the world’s ... Continue Reading
“It’s Time to Fan the Flame”: Lena Richter Lights a Spark in Huntington Beach
Though finishing in third place at the 2024 CrossFit Games should have been a moment of validation for team Peak 360, the reality was far different. As members Tola Morakinyo, Noah Ohlsen, Matilde Garnes, ... Continue Reading
5 Things the CrossFit Games Can Learn From the TYR Cup
CrossFit team competitions can be tough to watch. It’s an opinion shared by many commentators in CrossFit media. At least, that’s what I thought until I watched the TYR Cup last month in ... Continue Reading
Meet the Man Who Did 1,000 Murphs
If you do CrossFit, you have probably done “Murph.” The Memorial Day workout is a rite of passage for athletes in our sport, with thousands participating in the running, pushing, and pulling every ... Continue Reading
6 Endurance Tips for Aspiring HYROX Racers
HYROX racing involves running a kilometer and completing a functional workout station, repeated eight times. It's a unique challenge that pushes even seasoned endurance athletes to their limits. On Oct. ... Continue Reading
CEO Don Faul Talks Future of CrossFit at Recent Affiliate Summit
CrossFit CEO Don Faul spoke at the West Region Affiliate Summit hosted by CrossFit Invictus in San Diego, CA, the weekend of September 14. Faul kicked off his presentation with some reasons why ... Continue Reading
Seher Kaya Shines at TYR Cup, Thrives on Team World
Seher Kaya had plenty of standout performances during the 2024 CrossFit season. She placed first in her region in the Open and eighth worldwide. Then, she placed first in both the Quarterfinals and Asia ... Continue Reading
Was Kai Greene the Best Natural Bodybuilding Athlete Ever?
A decade ago, Kai Greene was the number two bodybuilder in the world. Greene’s longstanding and, at times, explosive rivalry with seven-time Mr. Olympia Phil Heath raised his profile in the ... Continue Reading
Dr. Mike Israetel Critiques Bodybuilding Legend Tom Platz’s Leg Day
Legendary bodybuilder Tom Platz is celebrated for his leg development, specifically the quadriceps, which earned him the nickname “The Quadfather.” Platz's lower body paved the way for competitive success ... Continue Reading
Best Black Friday Sauna Deals (2026)
Winter is approaching. If you're anything like me, that means looking forward to a lot of hoodies and putting cinnamon in pretty much everything. And if you're trying to improve your recovery and ... Continue Reading
Best Cyber Monday Deals for Runners (2024)
So you've got runners in your life. Or you're the runner in your life. Maybe even both. Whatever the situation, you're here because you know a runner who's in need of the latest, greatest running gear — ... Continue Reading
From Weightlifting to Gym Ownership: Meet Two-Time Olympian and CrossFit Affiliate Owner Wes Kitts
Like many college football players, Wes Kitts liked lifting heavy weights. Kitts, a sports science student at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, TN, decided to do his internship at ... Continue Reading
Best Cold Plunge Black Friday Deals (2026)
No, cold plunges won’t leave you with icicles hanging from your nostrils, but they may deliver health benefits that can include efficient muscle and energy recovery. (1) Cold water therapy (aka ice baths) ... Continue Reading
Best Massage Gun Cyber Monday Deals (2024)
By applying rapid and repetitive pressure to sore muscles, percussive massage guns work to evoke the sensations and reap the benefits of traditional massage by promoting blood flow and increased ... Continue Reading
Best Running Shoes Cyber Monday Deals (2024)
We get it: you know you need to replace the worn-out soles of last year's running shoes before injury sets in, but you don't want to spend a fortune on the best of the best. But you also don't want shoes ... Continue Reading
Best Cyber Monday Elliptical Deals (2024)
The best ellipticals work both the upper and lower body with pedals and moving arms that glide in concert to help you work up a sweat. But if you want one of these low-impact machines for your home gym, ... Continue Reading