With so many variations, squats are one of the most effective workouts you can perform. And while you may have heard and tried so many variations of it, you might still have missed a challenging one: the sissy squat. Like other squats, sissy squats help improve your lower body strength and endurance while challenging your... Read more →
When it comes to fitness training, it becomes difficult to class out one movement or group of movements over another. However, Crossfit movements can be applied to just about every fitness routine which makes them unique. High-intensity training like weightlifting, cardio, and resistance training is all incorporated into CrossFit programming. In addition, the movements that... Read more →
Muscle-ups are tough workouts as they challenge your core and upper body. But going through its progressions in a sequence will help you master this workout and become skillful at it. And after that, it becomes a smoother run. In this article, we will describe tips and progressions to help you become more efficient with... Read more →
Functional movements are key to Crossfit which depends on mobility. Besides promoting good posture, mobility helps prevent knots and injuries, reduces joint deterioration, and relieves tension due to sedentary lifestyles and over-exercising. Without a base level of mobility, you can’t do the simplest movements correctly. From getting up from the floor to putting your shoes... Read more →
Many exercises fall into the category of CrossFit; and over the years, fitness experts and coaches have come up with several development and alterations in different workouts to get those more aligned with CrossFit protocols. One such exercise is what we all are well aware of: pull-ups. CrossFit pull-ups mainly include three workout variations: strict... Read more →
Push Jerk vs. Push Press vs. Strict Press – What is the difference? Regardless of the type of fitness training you want to perform, a strong set of shoulders will go a long way toward accomplishing your goals. And when it comes to building shoulder strength, the overhead press holds a paramount value. That said,... Read more →
Dips are a classic exercise you can do at home with little to no equipment. They primarily work your tricep muscles and are a great addition to any upper body workout routine. But, many people don’t know any dips beyond the standard chair dip. So, we’re here to help, going through 7 simple yet effective... Read more →
Getting strong and building lean muscle is a goal for most CrossFitters. Knowing how to add strength while balancing the demands of a GPP program, though, isn’t as easy as it sounds. Some athletes choose to focus on strength and take a break, while others prefer to build heavy weightlifting into their regular CrossFit workouts.... Read more →
A bench isn’t required to get a killer chest and upper body workout. All you need is a set of dumbbells and some floor space (although a stability ball can increase your options). Here are the 11 best dumbbell chest exercises without a bench. For strength gains, try performing them in sets of 3 with... Read more →
Mastering the CrossFit snatch is not something you can do overnight. But anyone who’s serious about their fitness will do well to work on it regularly. Snatches (and snatch variations) are a staple of CrossFit. They come up in many different WODs and are used to build strength, power, endurance, and even cardio sometimes. Beginners... Read more →