The CrossFit legend has an upgrade for his athletes. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on April 27, 2023 CrossFit legend Mat Fraser has a new HWPO (Hard Work Pays Off) training facility in Burlington, VT and, by the looks of it, it is quite the fitness marvel to prepare for elite CrossFit competition. On […]
Garard will be sidelined until at least the next CrossFit competitive circuit. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on April 11, 2023 Last summer, Australian CrossFitter Ricky Garard took home an Individual podium finish at the 2022 CrossFit Games. This year, the veteran CrossFitter will have to take some time away to recuperate before he […]
The front squat is one of the most effective lower body exercises, offering tons of benefits from strength and muscle size to athleticism and mobility. The same exercise can also be daunting because it requires coordination from head to toe. This challenging squat variation can even be awkward for some lifters because it demands more […]
There was a battle to kick things off in New Jersey. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 23, 2023 The 2023 CrossFit Open is still underway. In week two of its multi-week format, the 23.2 workout has been revealed. CrossFit HQ made a live announcement of the workout at 1 p.m. Eastern Standard […]
Is there a feat of strength more visually striking than taking a heavy chunk of metal from the ground, heaving it into the air, and locking it overhead? The image alone, sometimes seen in silhouette, is iconic. The clean & jerk, along with the snatch, make up the Olympic lifts — the only strength sport […]
Ask several people to describe the toe-to-bar movement and you’re likely to hear multiple descriptions of how the outcome should be accomplished. That is, actually getting one’s toes “to the bar.” You might think the exercise was relatively simple enough considering its self-evident name, but that’s like thinking there’s only one way to “squat.” Credit: Jordi […]
An inside look at the equipment of a two-time CrossFit Games champ. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 6, 2023 In the history of the CrossFit Games, Justin Medeiros has already entered rare air. As the two-time reigning Fittest Man on Earth®, the 23-year-old has joined the legendary Rich Froning Jr. (2011-2014) and […]
The “Dairy State” will continue to host the world’s elite CrossFitters for the foreseeable future. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on January 25, 2023 The 2024 CrossFit Games will continue to take place in Madison, WI, per a Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, announcement from CrossFit HQ. The news comes on the heels of past […]
The front squat is a staple movement for Olympic weightlifters, CrossFit athletes, and countless other strength-focused lifters. However, some find the unique bar position to be a limiting factor because it requires ample shoulder and wrist mobility. Credit: Ground Picture / Shutterstock Other lifters shy away from the front squat because they can move relatively […]