Why You Should Learn to Love the 20-Rep Squat Set
June 24, 2021
Gains rarely exist in your comfort zone. To get bigger and stronger you need to do more than you did the week before. This doesn’t mean you should deadlift until your back gives
Category: Conditioning
Develop Ludicrous Power With the Dumbbell Snatch
March 26, 2021
Upon hearing the word “snatch,” you probably have an image of some elite weightlifter (like Lasha Talakhadze) toiling away day after day for years on end to master this one exercise. So if
3 Reasons Why You Should Perform Cardio After Lifting
March 17, 2021
In the past, you may have felt like you’ve needed to choose between being a lifter or being a runner. Well, you don’t. Not only are both disciplines good for you, but they
The Main Benefits of Medicine Ball Slams And How to Do Them
March 2, 2021
Building muscle and gaining strength is all about control. Anytime you hoist a loaded barbell, you do so slowly. Up and down, up and down, up and down. On the other hand, becoming
Jogging and Strength — How Pounding the Pavement Can Improve Your Lifts
January 8, 2021
If you’re focused on getting really strong, then you probably have tossed cardio to the curb. Or, if you do cardio, then it’s a short, intense HIIT (high-intensity interval training). After all, too
Burn Fat and Boost Your Work Capacity With Body Conditioning
December 13, 2020
Your conditioning has to be on point to improve your performance in and out of the gym and get a better body. But what is conditioning exactly (other than a fitness buzzword)? We’ll
Shutdown to Showdown: How to Prepare for the 2021 CrossFit Open
October 11, 2020
In the midst of a chaotic, dividing year for the world as a whole, CrossFit also lost out on the annual event that brings its community together: The CrossFit Open. But we found
How To Train To Failure With Just Your Bodyweight
September 23, 2020
You haven’t been able to get any at-home equipment. You know approaching failure is a powerfully effective way to stimulate muscle growth. You’ve gotten better at bodyweight workouts throughout quarantine, and the sheer amount
How To Tempo Train With Kettlebells
September 22, 2020
You’re not wrong if you associate kettlebells with powerful, explosive movements. If you’re looking for the kind of delightfully slow grind you get with barbells, tempo training with kettlebells can help you get
Why Strength Training Is Important For Cyclists
September 10, 2020
Learning to ride a bike is a rite of passage for a lot of kids. From a tricycle, to a two-wheeler with training wheels to build confidence, to removing those training wheels. Those