To compete at the highest levels of CrossFit competition, many might think that strength, speed, agility, endurance, stamina, conditioning, form, or a plethora of other physical aspects are most important to elite performance. But ask
The kettlebell swing is a widely popular exercise performed in sports performance facilities, CrossFit boxes, fitness classes, and garage gyms worldwide. A refined kettlebell swing will unlock a slew of benefits to your
The farmer’s carry — a simple exercise that has a person walk while holding two dumbbells — enhances grip and core strength, balance and coordination, posture, and overall total body strength. This loaded
“Grace” is one of those workouts that has historically freaked me out: 30 clean & jerks for time is a simple workout (and I love weightlifting), but like many CrossFitters, I used to
If you’re looking for a way to spice up your training with a variety of different movements that will leave you hands-on-your-knees tired while still developing some serious power and strength, look no
One of the most damaging misconceptions surrounding the world of fitness is that lifting weights is simply an exercise in vanity. But an essential lesson to internalize — for both experienced athletes and
When it comes to performance, athletes of all disciplines have one thing in common — they’re powerful. Whether it’s cranking out an absurd number of bench press reps in the NFL combine or
The kettlebell swing is a ballistic movement seen throughout strength and conditioning realms, functional fitness competitions, and everyday fitness. Two popular variations are the Russian and American kettlebell swing. The most common form
Few exercises isolate your entire back quite like bent-over rows. You hinge forward, brace your core, and then draw your elbows to squeeze the living daylights out of your lats, rhomboids, and traps.
It can feel like there’s always something harder waiting in the wings when it comes to bodyweight training. Even if you’ve mastered popular staples like the push-up, plank, or chin-up, there’s always a
