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Shelby Neal Crash Crucible

A Brief History of Crash Crucible – A Stepping Stone to the CrossFit Games

Since its inaugural year in 2020, Crash Crucible has become a mainstay of the CrossFit offseason for North American athletes.  Looking back at past leaderboards, the number of future CrossFit Games ... Continue Reading

Summit CrossFit

Summit CrossFit Ravaged by Hurricane Helene in Asheville, North Carolina — Find Out How To Help

The building that holds Summit CrossFit and its community is still standing, but the interior is unrecognizable.  Leslie Marie Cardix, who has owned Summit CrossFit in Asheville, NC, since 2018, ... Continue Reading

Gui Malheiros

Gui Malheiros Leaves TYR Cup Refreshed, Ready for More

Leading up to the 2024 CrossFit Games, fans worldwide were anticipating the comeback of fan-favorite Gui Malheiros.  When the Games workouts were announced, that anticipation grew as many of us ... Continue Reading

Can't Skip Barbell Squats Leg Day

5 Reasons You Can’t Skip Barbell Squats on Leg Day

Barbell squats are a must-do leg exercise. Somewhere along the way, it seems like everybody moved on from what was long considered the de facto lower-body movement.  But for (almost) everybody ... Continue Reading

10 Hacks To Build More Muscle in Less Time

The time commitment typically associated with hypertrophy-focused training can deter many would-be gym-goers. This perception of needing to spend countless hours in the gym prevents them from starting ... Continue Reading

Rogue River CrossFit

October Affiliate of the Month: Rogue River CrossFit Raises $60,000+ for Charitable Organizations

When Amy Klobucher opened her gym, Rogue River CrossFit, in Rockford, MI, almost 11 years ago, she said one of her goals was to “strengthen the [greater] community and give back. " More than a decade ... Continue Reading

Erin Stern’s 5 Steps to Correct Lagging Muscle Groups

Consistent training allows athletes to produce muscle and strength transformations. Many individuals might grapple with one or more lagging muscles that seem resistant to growth. How can one ... Continue Reading

Jayson Hopper Reps Ahead Pro 4

Reps Ahead Pro 4 Results: Jayson Hopper and Anikha Greer Victorious

TYR Wodapalooza SoCal set the stage for Reps Ahead Pro 4 — and the pros certainly put on a show.  Three of four matches ended in knockouts, all of which took place in the second round. The only match to ... Continue Reading

squatting with the Iron Bull Competition bar in rack

Best Home Exercise Equipment for Beginners, Put to the Test by Our Experts

If you’re just starting a fitness journey, you might be hesitant to spend your hard-earned cash on workout gear. But investing in some of the best home gym equipment can help you double down on your ... Continue Reading

onnit alpha brain pre workout on a wooden table

The Best Pre-Workout for Focus of 2026, According to Nutrition Experts

When you think about pre-workout supplements, is your first association a massive energy boost? That is undoubtedly part of it, but besides feeling amped up, pre-workouts can also enhance mental focus. ... Continue Reading

Geaux CrossFit

Geaux CrossFit Launches Initiative to Help Larger-Bodied People Transform Their Health

When Amber Leonard stumbled across Athena Perez’s story, she was inspired to start a program for those suffering from obesity and Type 2 diabetes at her gym, Geaux CrossFit, in Baton Rouge, LA. Remind ... Continue Reading

2024 TYR Cup

Celebrating Fitness and Making Memories at the Inaugural TYR Cup

There was excitement, anticipation, and a slight unease in the days and weeks leading up to the inaugural TYR Wodapalooza SoCal.  Coming out of the 2024 Games, just over a month after losing Lazar ... Continue Reading

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Horizon vs. NordicTrack Treadmills: A Deep Delve Into Specs and Pricing

Owning a treadmill is a great way to get in some cardio workouts from the comfort of your own home. It’s perfect as a supplemental option for days you just can’t get to the gym, or as your go-to standard ... Continue Reading

Our tester in a Sunlighten sauna

Sunlighten Promo Codes, Tried and Tested (2026)

If sitting in a hot and sweaty sauna is your kind of TLC, you’ve come to the right place. “Sauna use is associated with a number of health benefits, including improved workout recovery, possible positive ... Continue Reading

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Thorne Creatine Review (2026): Clinically Dosed & Personally Tested

There are tons of gains-boosting supps on the market, and you may have heard that creatine is one of the best (spoiler alert: you heard right).  As a certified nutrition coach and personal trainer, I ... Continue Reading

Classic Physique Olympia Round-Up

2 Weeks Out: 2024 Classic Physique Olympia | Top 5 Physique Round-Up

It’s getting down to the wire — the 2024 Olympia weekend runs from Oct. 10 to 13 in Las Vegas, NV, and will include the highly-anticipated, fan-favorite Classic Physique category. Bumstead will have ... Continue Reading

How a School in Malaysia Built a CrossFit Program During the Pandemic — and Why It Continues to Grow

Like almost everywhere in the world, COVID-19 brought most sports and fitness programs to a quick halt at Dalat International School in Tanjung Bungahat, Malaysia. This wasn't acceptable for Brian ... Continue Reading

2024 Rogue Invitational

2024 Rogue Invitational: CrossFit Competition Roster & Prize Purse

The 2024 Rogue Invitational takes place in Aberdeen, Scotland, at the P&J Live from November 8-10. This marks the first time in the competition's six-year existence that it will be held outside the ... Continue Reading

2024 Junior World Weightlifting Championships Results

2024 IWF Junior World Weightlifting Championships Results

The 2024 Olympics have come and gone, but weightlifting is still rocking around the world. September plays host to the 2024 IWF Junior World Weightlifting Championships (JWWC), where the rising stars of ... Continue Reading

Best Pre-Workouts without Creatine

Best Pre-Workouts Without Creatine of 2026, Tested and Trialed by Our Experts

Creatine is one of the most popular pre-workout supplements, but it may not be for everyone. (1) If you’re unhappy with creatine’s side effects (like water retention when trying to lose weight) or ... Continue Reading

Dwayne Johnson Mr. Olympia

“We Were Close”: Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson Says He Almost Bought the Mr. Olympia

The deal was so close you could smell it: Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson says he was cooking up a nearly done deal to purchase and refurbish the Mr. Olympia bodybuilding competition before plans fell ... Continue Reading

Emily Kaplan and Greg Glassman

What Is Greg Glassman’s MetFix? Co-Founder Emily Kaplan Reveals the Details

Last weekend, the Broken Science Initiative announced the launch of MetFix, a certification aimed at educating coaches and gym owners to use nutrition first to combat obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and other ... Continue Reading

Josue Maldonado

Hard Work Pays Off for Adaptive Athlete Josue Maldonado

Josue Maldonado wasn’t into sports as a kid due to his limitations, so when he found CrossFit, his approach was to train and work out as “normal” as possible.  This was WheelWOD's first year ... Continue Reading

Muscle Growth Hacks

5 Science-Based Hacks for Muscle Growth That Actually Work

Building muscle is a marathon, not a sprint. That said, there’s no reason you shouldn’t look for every possible avenue to speed things up on your journey.  These five tips for muscle growth are ... Continue Reading

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Ironmaster Super Bench Pro V2 Review (2026): Our Expert’s New Favorite FID Bench

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Titan T3 Power Rack Review (2026): An Expert-Approved Rig Beckoning to Budget-Minded Athletes

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Force USA G3 Review (2026): Our Experts Tested This Compact All-In-One Rack for Small Home Gyms

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