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Kettlebell Workout: Cycle 5, Week 9, Day 1

Welcome to the Kettlebell workout from coach Dini Leopoldo. Two new workouts are posted each week - on Tuesday and Thursday - and can be done on any day you have available. Make sure you warm up adequately ... Continue Reading

Shadow Boxing: The Art and Purpose of the Warm Up Ritual

I shadow box. All the time. At home, in front of the mirror, at the boxing gym, and yes, at the regular gym. We’ve all seen that guy shadow boxing in the mirror in the weight room and honestly, I’m that ... Continue Reading

Understanding and Growing the “Wings” of Your Upper Body

Breaking Muscle author Willow Ryan wrote an article on your "wings," specifically the development of the serratus anterior muscles. Some readers asked about how to develop this area, so let's look into the ... Continue Reading

Good Swings Are Fast Swings

Despite what Conan says, the best thing in life isn’t to crush your enemies, see them driven before you, and to hear the lamentations of the women. The best thing in life is when something ... Continue Reading

Eating Deli Meat Is Killing You and Your Heart

I’m a meat eater, let me just get that out of the way. I used to be a vegetarian, and I was for many years, but I don’t think I will ever go back. I think the paleo diet is a good thing. The growing body ... Continue Reading

Awake & Evolve: Cycle 1 – IT Band, Glute and Hamstring Flow

Props needed: Yoga mat, strap, and stopwatch. A. Start in a supine position, relaxing and centering with a natural breath pattern. Stay here for 3-5 minutes. B. Begin by bringing your right knee ... Continue Reading

Kettlebell Workout: Cycle 5, Week 8, Day 2

Athlete Journal: Pat McCarty, Entry 14 – 5/29/2014

EDITOR'S NOTE: Welcome to the athlete journal of CrossFit trainer and masters athlete Patrick McCarty. Patrick competed in the 2011 Reebok CrossFit Games in the 45-49 age bracket and has his sights set on ... Continue Reading

Bodyweight Strength and Conditioning Circuit for BJJ

I’ve been training Brazilian jiu jitsu for almost five years now so I forget how intimidating it can be for someone just starting out. I teach a beginner women’s jiu jitsu class at Titans Fitness Academy ... Continue Reading

Why Yoga? 5 Ways Yoga and Sports Go Hand in Hand

I’m honored to be writing about my love for yoga, meditation, and sports for Breaking Muscle. Growing up I was a competitive athlete. When I wasn’t in school or sleeping, you’d find me at the gym, soccer ... Continue Reading

Athlete Journal: Chris Duffin, Entry 52 – Putting Weight On the Bar

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

Kettlebell Workout: Cycle 5, Week 8, Day 1

The Trials and Tribulations of Muay Thai: How to Treat and Prevent 6 Common Injuries

I have been training in the art of muay Thai for more than a decade now and I am in absolute love with the sport. Unfortunately for me though, the art of muay Thai is not soft on the body. In fact, I ... Continue Reading

Kettlebell Workout: Cycle 5, Week 7, Day 1

Want Strength? Science Says Cut the Cardio

Building strength and size while simultaneously developing endurance is tough. Sure, it works for beginners. Coach Mark Rippetoe once said, “A novice athlete can ride a stationary bike and his bench press ... Continue Reading

10 Rules of the Lifting Platform That Apply to Everyone

Whether you're an Olympic lifter, a CrossFitter, or any other type of athlete training the Olympic lifts, there are some important rules you need to obey when stepping on the platform: Rule #1: ... Continue Reading

12 Reps with Dresdin Archibald, Olympic Weightlifting Referee

EDITOR'S NOTE: Welcome to our 12 reps feature. In each appearance of 12 Reps, our coaches, writers, and occasional guests will be answering the same twelve questions each time. Go "into the locker-room" ... Continue Reading

How to Get (Safely) Yoked With Kettlebells

If you’re like a lot of people entering the fitness world now you’re a square peg trying desperately to smash yourself into a round hole. You’re surrounded by seemingly good advice to focus on whole body ... Continue Reading

Kettlebell Workout: Cycle 5, Week 6, Day 2

Kettlebell Workout: Cycle 5, Week 6, Day 1

How to Take Useful Notes in BJJ Class

Several times recently, I’ve been asked by teammates and visitors to my academy for suggestions on how to take notes on grappling technique. The people who have asked me have seen me poring over my ... Continue Reading

If It Fires Together, It Wires Together: Tying the Body Together in Training

Years ago the Eastern Bloc countries ruled the roost when it came to sports science. One of their favorite methods of training was what has come to be called “complex training.” Now, this is different to ... Continue Reading

Get a Big Squat: The Russian Squat Routine vs. The Smolov Squat Routine

In the small and dark basement gym where I trained in Olympic weightlifting, I once saw one of the international level lifters stop his snatches and cleans and move solely to squatting for a number of ... Continue Reading