Do you consider yourself to be a paper-pushing athlete or a desk jockey? Or do you hold the record for the word’s longest passive squat? If your daily regimen includes multiple hours sitting, here ... Continue Reading
Exposing The Importance of The Functional Movement Screen (FMS)
RULE #1: FUNDAMENTALS FIRST, ALWAYS “You can’t put fitness on dysfunction.” - Physical Therapist, Gray Cook Have you heard of the expression “fundamentals first?” All top-level coaches, ... Continue Reading
Does Foam Rolling Really Work?
Although many bodybuilders and powerlifters would attest to the beneficial properties of foam rolling when it comes to improving muscular performance, joint range of motion, and overall recovery, to date ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Travis Holley, Entry 8 – 5/23/12
Schedule of CrossFit Athlete Journals: Mondays - Ingrid Kantola Wednesdays - Travis Holley Sundays - Michael Winchester Travis Holley - Athlete Journal 5/23/12 (Read Travis's Bio ... Continue Reading
Nobody Said It Was Easy: An Interview With Sarah Wilson, Part 2
As we learned in part one of our interview with Sarah Wilson, she has a lot to keep her busy, from jewelry design, to competing in duathlons, to coaching CrossFit. Although it may seem like her success ... Continue Reading
How To Train Like A Pro, Without Training Like A Pro
With the Olympics just around the corner there will soon be living rooms filled with wannabe athletes intent on shaking off their slovenly past, ready to do some exercise, inspired by the incredible feats ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Chris Duffin, Entry 3 – Final Meet Prep Phase
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 ... Continue Reading
Confessions Of A Glamor Girl: On The Danger Of Stereotypes In Fitness
I knew I was in trouble when the guy with the plaid shirt, cowboy boots, and mesh-backed hat kept looking over toward me with an expression that radiated a combination of curiosity and disgust. I was, yet ... Continue Reading
Head Impacts In Contact Sports Could Stunt Learning
When it comes to concussions, one can never be too careful when taking all the necessary precautions to ensure a full recovery. A concussion is the most common form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and is ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Ingrid Kantola, Entry 14 – 5/21/12
Schedule of CrossFit Athlete Journals: Mondays - Ingrid Kantola Wednesdays - Travis Holley Sundays - Michael Winchester Ingrid Kantola - Athlete Journal 5/21/12 (Read Ingrid's Bio ... Continue Reading
Can You Teach Fat Cells to Burn Calories? New Research About Brown Fat
I know, you’re thinking 1) what a strange topic and 2) teach cells? What? Well, there are plenty topics to perform research on and we all know when it comes to fitness and weight loss anything goes, ... Continue Reading
The Road Less Traveled: An Interview With Heather Tiddens, Part 1
It’s rare that I’ll start an interview with an hour of complete silence, yet there I sat with my tush on a cushion, only a foot away from pro-surfer turned yoga instructor Heather Tiddens and waited. And ... Continue Reading
Featured Coach: Jeff Martone, Part 1 – Saved By The Kettlebell
For Jeff Martone, life before kettlebells was an interesting, but frustrating one. He lived a life on par with a professional athlete, training daily teaching military and law enforcement, after years of ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Michael Winchester, Entry 12 – 5/20/12
Schedule of CrossFit Athlete Journals: Mondays - Ingrid Kantola Wednesdays - Travis Holley Sundays - Michael Winchester Michael Winchester - Athlete Journal 5/20/12 (Read Michael's Bio ... Continue Reading
Sunday Seven: The Week’s 7 Most Popular Articles, Vol. 9
Every Sunday we post the "Sunday Seven" so you can quickly see the 7 most popular articles of the week. This week's list was as varied as ever, with popular articles on kettlebells, Turkish get ups, ... Continue Reading
Dear Willow: Can I Safely Run Minimalist In The City?
Dear Willow, Great article on minimalist running. I have transitioned to racing flats. I like the idea of going minimalist, but my running takes me through the urban jungle and I am always worried ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Andrew Read, Entry 3 – Staving Off Boredom
Click here to read other journal entries and articles by Andrew Read, and look for his new journal every Monday as he trains for Ironman Melbourne. Journal Entry 3 - Staving Off Boredom With ... Continue Reading
Get Better, Naturally: 10 Articles To Help You Heal
With the many types of alternative treatments out there, finding one that works can be a challenge. These ten articles will help you prevent and treat a variety of ailments in a natural way, or find the ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Holley Mangold, Entry 3 – Olympic Media Day (aka Hunger Games)
EDITOR'S NOTE: Welcome to the Athlete Journal of Olympic weightlifter Holley Mangold. Holley is part of Team USA headed to London this summer. Follow her journey here as she trains for the 2012 ... Continue Reading
The 5 Keys to Successful Kettlebell Workouts
One of the things that probably has the most ability to cause me to have a conniption fit is poor programming. Somehow one of the biggest areas that people fall over in is their kettlebell programming. ... Continue Reading
Science Says Bikram Yoga Helps Your Deadlift
People have reaped the benefits of yoga training for over 5,000 years. Currently, nearly eleven million Americans practice yoga to experience its variety of health benefits. When people think of yoga, ... Continue Reading
Athlete Journal: Valerie Worthington, Entry 9 – Serenity Is Not Just a Joss Whedon Movie
EDITOR'S NOTE: Welcome to the Athlete Journal of world-class grappler Valerie Worthington. Follow Valerie as she trains and competes in various events over the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competition season. ... Continue Reading
Body And Mind Detox: 3 Simple Tips To Spring Clean The Body
It's spring time and your house isn't the only thing needing a "cleanse." Give these three simple tips a try and have your mind and body detoxed and ready to enjoy life and nature. Tip 1: Neti Your ... Continue Reading
Size Doesn’t Matter – But Your Technique Does (For Running, That Is)
When I signed up for my first ultramarathon, I started training like crazy. I hired a personal trainer and a strength coach to kick my butt into high gear twice a week. For months I ran, biked, squatted, ... Continue Reading
