In competitive fitness, deadlifts are most commonly executed with a barbell (or occasionally dumbbells or kettlebells). This guide will focus on developing the positions, patterns, strength and technique that allows you to lift maximal loads safety, as well as cycle multiple reps Touch-N-Go (TnG) with high levels of efficiency for Met-Cons. Mobility – Strength – […]
SkiErg
If you’re here, you probably use (or plan to use) the Concept 2 SkiErg. There are a few other products on the market by other brands, but frankly none are comparable. I highly recommend the Concept 2 SkiErg, and this guide will be written to Concept 2 users. Why SkiErg? So why are you using […]
Rowing
Rowing, The Open & Concept 2 Rowing has been a staple in the Sport of Fitness since the beginning. The Concept 2 Rower was the first erg to be used in the CrossFit Open and to this day retains its exclusivity in the category. The machine made its debut in the 2014 Open, and has […]
Split Jerk
When Should I Use a Split Jerk in the Sport of Fitness? The Split Jerk is a technique that is used to lift a load overhead that is heavy. In the Sport of Weightlifting (aka. Snatch and Clean & Jerk) it is the most commonly used technique to lift a maximal load. In the Sport […]
Thrusters
Introducing… the Thruster The “Thruster” was a new movement coined by CrossFit®, first showing up on crossfit.com on February 1st, 2001. Before functional fitness, the Thruster wasn’t a thing. It was actually two things: a front squat and a push press. CrossFit® just happened to put them together and give them a name. Anytime you […]
Barbell Cycling Snatches: Power, Squat, Hang
The Movement Library is a collection of resources. Each volume in the library is dedicated to mastering a specific movement. Reading that volume allows you to study, learn and apply the information. Troubleshoot your movement and pick up valuable tips & tricks. A Guide to Developing Skills and Building Efficiency This is not a guide […]
Assault Bike
The Movement Library is a collection of resources. Each volume in the library is dedicated to mastering a specific movement. Reading that volume allows you to study, learn and apply the information. Troubleshoot your movement and pick up valuable tips & tricks. Model Discrepancies & Implications for Online Qualifiers Since the Assault Bike is the […]
Barbell Cycling Cleans: Power, Squat, Hang
The Movement Library is a collection of resources. Each volume in the library is dedicated to mastering a specific movement. Reading that volume allows you to study, learn and apply the information. Troubleshoot your movement and pick up valuable tips & tricks. Developing Skills & Building Efficiency This is not a guide to weightlifting prowess. […]