Yoga Props: How to Be Prepared for Yoga Class

If you're new to yoga or you're deciding to get serious, you need to give props to yoga. Or rather, you need to BRING props to yoga. Here are my suggestions for the best yoga gear.

How to Get (Safely) Yoked With Kettlebells

There are many benefits to performing the Olympic lifts with kettlebells. For those lacking flexibility or wanting the most metabolic bang for their buck, the kettlebell is the way to go.

Science Says Full Range of Motion Is Best

Science compares partial range of motion to full range of motion when it comes to leg exercises. And guess which came out on top in regards to size and strength of muscle?

The ABCs of Vitamins: Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

Vitamin B3, also known as niacin, is the third of eight B vitamins. Niacin can help you lower your blood cholesterol as well as help with the metabolism of insulin.

Athlete Journal: Andrew Read - Spartan Race Training, Entry 1

My inner crash test dummy is calling again, so I've decided to enter a marathon. Actually, make that TWO back-to-back Spartan Races. Here's how I'm planning to get ready and avoid injury.

More Is More: What If We Believe There’s Enough to Go Around?

It's easy to feel like when others get ahead in training or competition that it means you're behind. But what if there's plenty for everybody? What if the success of others is proof you can do it too?

Virtuosity with Dusty Hyland - Handstand Walking, Vol 5: Shoulder Taps

Shoulder taps are a great drill to help you toward an effective and efficient handstand walk. You can do them on a box or on the wall. We'll cover the progression in this video.

Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze: How to Get More From Your Workouts With Less

Are your workouts actually effective? Are you getting the most for your effort and your time? Here's how to analyze your training and make sure what you've got is really counting.

Coenzyme Q10 (Ubiquinol) Increases Strength

CoQ10 has been talked about a lot recently, but researchers recently conducted a study in which it increased the power output of elite athletes by 2.5%.

Video: Sean Waxman - Olympic Weightlifting Drills: The Ella Cross

The Ella Cross develops jerk mechanics. Do this drill with a partner to get feedback on your foot placement.

How to Spot a Toxic Martial Arts Club Environment

People new to martial arts might not realize how a healthy school should operate and might accidentally wind up at a toxic club with negative, even dangerous behavior. Here's how to assess your club.

Athlete Journal: Pat McCarty, Entry 12 - 5/15/2013

Last week an article about the kettlebell swing created a lot of buzz. It got me thinking about how CrossFit and other sports have evolved through the years and how discussion fuels those changes.

Squatting and Deadlifting: Their Correlation With the Olympic Lifts

Does a bigger squat or deadlift always mean a bigger quick lift? Is there an ideal ratio between these lifts and your Olympic lifts? Yes, there is, and here's what a bad ratio means you need to do.

The Bookmark: How to Use Your Training Journal to Recover From Injury

Coming back to training after injury or illness is never pleasant, but if you keep a detailed training journal it can give you clues to your derailment and a guide on how to get back in the groove.

You’re Not Making the Godfather: Quit Taking Your Training So Seriously

While it's great to have passion about your fitness, it's not healthy for the long-term to act like you're headed for the Olympics. It's time to look at the big picture.

Science Says Dairy Is Good for Insulin

While many debate the healthiness of dairy consumption, science has discovered something new. Eating dairy regularly resulted in lower insulin and reduction of insulin resistance.

Athlete Journal: Chris Duffin, Entry 51 - Squat Therapy

This week I'll share some of the things I'm doing to check my squat for weaknesses and get my leg and glute firing the way they should be.

Training During Pregnancy: How to Modify Your Workout Without Losing Your Workout

While it's true that you should avoid or modify certain exercises during pregnancy, that doesn't mean you have to lose your workout altogether. Here are some tips for modifying 4 common exercises.

Video: Hip Opening Exercises for Olympic Weightlifters

In this video we look at being able to sit deep between our heels. It is vital to have mobility in our hips to hit the starting and receiving positions in weightlifting.

CrossFit Gymnastics: Bodyweight Mechanics are Basics for a Reason

Going back to bodyweight and perfecting gymnastics movement can translate to being a better all-around athlete. Here's what I learned at the CrossFit Gymnastics certification.

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