This blog is the second in our 2-part series covering the workout, “Murph.” Murph is performed on Memorial Day in memory of Navy Lieutenant Michael Murphy, the man who created the workout but lost his life while serving in Afghanistan in 2005. It...

Memorial Day is coming up, and CrossFitters around the world know what that means: it’s almost time for the “Murph” workout. This blog is the first in our 2-part series breaking down this WOD. In this post, we’ll discuss exactly what the workout is...

Foam rolling is the practice of using a foam roller to massage your muscles. The goal of this myofascial release technique is to increase range of motion (ROM) and improve recovery after a workout. This sounds great in theory, but does it actually...

What are Calluses and Rips?   Calluses Calluses are hardened, thickened areas of skin that form over parts of our bodies that experience a lot of friction. You can think of them as little coats of armor, protecting the more fragile tissues...

What is "Pre-Workout?"   "Pre-workout" is a pill, powdered, or pre-mixed supplement drink that can be ingested approximately 30 minutes prior to exercising to boost energy. Ingredients typically include amino acids, B vitamins, glucose, nitric...

What are Toes to Bar?   The “toes to bar” exercise is a gymnastics movement commonly included in CrossFit WODs. The exercise consists of hanging from a pull-up bar and bringing your toes up to touch the bar, as demonstrated in the video below...

What is the CrossFit Open?   The CrossFit Open is an annual international online CrossFit competition. Every Thursday for three consecutive weeks, CrossFit Headquarters releases 1-2 special “Open” workouts for registered athletes to complete....

Why Our Grip Matters   How we grip our barbells and kettlebells when weightlifting contributes to how successful our lifts will be. Just as there is a correct way for our spine, shoulders, legs, and feet to be positioned during a movement,...

‘Tis the Season for Exercise   It’s the holiday season, but that doesn’t mean we should let our fitness habits melt away like a snowman in springtime. This blog is the second in our 2-part series on how to maintain your fitness during the...

'Tis the Season for Nutrition   The holiday season is here, and we know how hard it can be to keep up with normal diet and exercise habits during this time. This blog is the first of our 2-part series on how to maintain your fitness during the...

What is a Weightlifting Belt?   A weightlifting belt is an adjustable belt worn around the waist to help support the lower back and core. It is typically made of nylon or leather with a Velcro strap or traditional belt buckle. Belts are...

Air squats, otherwise known as bodyweight or unweighted squats, are considered the “cornerstone movement of CrossFit.” That’s because they form the foundation for countless other exercises we routinely perform. The front squat, back squat, clean,...