Crossfit is one of the most physically demanding sports in the world. The athletes push themselves beyond what most people are capable of and put their bodies on the line every time they train or compete. It should come as no surprise then that Crossfit athletes have some of the best physiques in the world. … Read more
One of the most telling marks of a fit physique is a defined set of abs. While having abs doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re fit, it does show that you’ve been at least putting in the work to become fitter. Planning to strut your stuff on the beach, or just want to be able to … Read more
Chalk has always been a part of a powerlifting gym. The white residue can be found on nearly every piece of equipment that requires a tight grip. Without it, you could fail your lifts due to grip slip. When you have a better grip, you will be able to lift heavier, with faster times and … Read more
Pull-ups are a universal marker of fitness. If you can do a pull-up with good form, you’ve got to be doing something right in the gym. It takes a lot of energy to pull your body through the air in a controlled manner. With that being said, pull-ups aren’t just an impressive way to show … Read more
It’s easy to get wrapped up in comparing yourself to other people, athletes, or celebrities with bodies that you admire. Especially with the popularization of the “ripped” physique these days, it can be a bit demotivating if you’re naturally skinny or “big-boned”. Most healthy people can build muscle and lose fat with proper training and … Read more
Not all knee compression sleeves are the same! There are varying levels of tightness, thickness, lengths, and aggressiveness to name a few things that differentiate knee sleeves when it comes to the support they can provide. Regardless of your activity level, as you age your joints undergo progressively unavoidable wear and tear so protecting them … Read more
If you’ve ever gone to a gym where bodybuilders workout, then you’ve probably seen a weightlifting belt in action. Or maybe you’ve at least seen a big, muscled-up guy walking around with a big belt on. I know I have when I first started to work out and I used to wonder if it made … Read more
You’ve probably heard your gym buddies talk about their N.O. and how well it works for them. You might be wondering what an N.O. is and what exactly it does. Well, N.O. stands for nitric oxide, and no, we aren’t talking about the gas. Nitric oxide boosters, in supplement form, are used by lifters and … Read more
Another training method that combines strength training with packing on sheer muscle mass is the PHAT workout. This stands for power hypertrophy adaptive training. Dr. Layne Norton created this type of workout to help combine strength and mass training for his use as a pro bodybuilder and powerlifter. Dr. Norton believes that in order to … Read more
Being a female fitness model is harder than it looks. It requires dedication in the gym and a strict focus on nutrition to get your body to the height of physical perfection. There are thousands of women that want to be the best and claim a place on the front cover of some of the … Read more