‘Tis the season for winter sports, and that means many of the skiers I coach have disappeared to focus on their skill work. Those who stick around start asking for specific workouts to help with their ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Chris Duffin, Entry 80 – High Volume Bench Week
EDITOR'S NOTE: Welcome to the Athlete Journal of world champion powerlifter Chris Duffin. Follow Chris as he trains and competes in various events over the coming year. Chris's journal will be posted every ... Continue Reading
The Top 5 Pregnancy News Stories of 2013
I think you could say I’m a bit of a geek when it comes to pregnancy stuff, and 2013 was an exciting year. Not only did I have a baby of my own in 2013, but there was all kinds of exciting research, ... Continue Reading
Chet Morjaria’s Powerlifting Holiday Wish List
EDITORS NOTE: We know how hard it is to gift shop, so we thought we would help you out with ideas. Powerlifting and strength coach Chet Morjaria suggests ten gift options that any lifter would be pleased ... Continue Reading
Working with Special Populations Part I: Fibromyalgia
As trainers, we must understand that every body is unique. Not everyone will have the same bone structure, morphology, or physical capabilities. Some people have ailments that we must address so we do not ... Continue Reading
How to Scale “Diane” and Tame the WODs
The CrossFit standard workout known as “Diane” consists of: 21-15-9 reps of: 225-pound Deadlifts Handstand Push Ups Diane is one of the many benchmark WODs named after girls. In ... Continue Reading
New Study Pits Barbell Squats Against Leg Press Machine
“There is simply no other exercise, and certainly no machine, that produces the level of…muscular stimulation and growth…than the correctly performed full squat.” – Mark Rippetoe Mark Rippetoe’s ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Terry Hadlow, Entry 8 – 12/9/2013
EDITOR'S NOTE: Welcome to the athlete journal of Terry Hadlow. Terry got started in Olympic weightlifting in 1970 and is the only Canadian to have competed in senior nationals in five different decades - ... Continue Reading
A Holiday Wish for the Health and Fitness World
Last year I wrote a fairly common and traditional type of holiday wish list. That is, I wished for stuff I don’t have that perhaps, if the stars aligned, I could have - a snazzy new Audi, a killer new road ... Continue Reading
How to Get Started with Kettlebell Juggling
Kettlebell juggling is an unconventional method of training. Although kettlebells have gained in popularity over the past decade, most people are unfamiliar with this particular style of training. ... Continue Reading
Moderating the Knees In Versus Knees Out Squat Debate
The debate of knees in versus knees out is one we all benefit from thanks to a few very intelligent people wanting to split some hairs. The debate of knees in versus knees out is one we all benefit ... Continue Reading
Mike Eves’ Whole Body Fitness Plan, Part 2
Click Here to Start Coach Mike Eves' Whole Body Fitness Plan Here are the key exercises for weeks two through four in my four-week whole body fitness program here on Breaking Muscle. For more ... Continue Reading
What Causes Fatigue In High-Intensity Endurance Sports?
General Patton once said, “Fatigue makes cowards of us all.” It also kills performance. For endurance athletes, fatigue is perhaps the single most important performance factor to understand. Performing at ... Continue Reading
Sunday Seven: The Week’s 7 Most Popular Articles, Vol. 88
Every Sunday we post the "Sunday Seven" so you can quickly see the seven most popular articles of the week. This week's most popular posts cover signs that you're badass, injury in CrossFit, DOMS, mental ... Continue Reading
How to Train Muay Thai on Your Own
When training in a martial art, regardless of what style you practice, it is always beneficial to have a partner to drill with. It is without a doubt the best way to improve. Drilling with another person ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Jess Papi, Entry 10 – 12/7/2013
EDITOR'S NOTE: Welcome to the athlete journal of Jess Papi. Jess is a blue belt at Scranton MMA and also pursuing her degree in exercise science. Read her entries every week for insights on competing, ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Charles Staley, Entry 69 – Assessing My Goals
EDITOR'S NOTE: Ever wonder how a world-class coach actually trains? Wonder what it's like to train as a "mature athlete?" Welcome to the athlete journal of Charles Staley. A big believer in practicing what ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Alli Moyer, Entry 8 – 12/6/2013
EDITOR'S NOTE: Welcome to the athlete journal of Allison Moyer. Allison is a nationally ranked NPC Figure Athlete, nationally and internationally published fitness model, an avid CrossFit athlete, BSN, ... Continue Reading
Lose Weight, Not Bone: How Strength Training Benefits Weight Loss
We all know reducing body fat is a good thing, at least to a point. It’s good for athletes because it generally improves performance, and it’s good for the rest of us because it makes us healthier and ... Continue Reading
Take a Deep Breath: A Meditation for the Holidays
The holidays are a time of celebration and gathering with family and friends, a time to remember and appreciate our many blessings. Our society puts too much emphasis on the gift giving and eating aspect ... Continue Reading
Premium Nutrition to Cycle Even Faster
In my previous two articles, I covered some simple ways to improve performance. One being the gains possible by reducing unnecessary weight and the second the effects of resistance caused by choices of ... Continue Reading
Amber Lee’s Kettlebell Holiday Wish List
EDITORS NOTE: We know how hard it is to gift shop, so we thought we would help you out with ideas. If kettlebells are vying for the attention of your friend or significant other, win back his or her heart ... Continue Reading
So You Think You’re Badass? 12 Tell-Tale Signs
Badass. Animal. Hardcore. Beast. Words that are often used to describe the ultimate athlete. One who sacrifices anything and everything to get what he or she wants, to get what he or she ... Continue Reading
Mouthpieces Are for Protection, not Performance
Many athletes are familiar with the use of a mouthguard to protect the teeth, gums, and jaw from damage in contact sports, but fewer people have used them for performance enhancement. However, this trend ... Continue Reading
