At the Reebok CrossFit Games in 2012, the best CrossFit athletes in the world clashed in 15 different events over the span of five days. The grind included a triathlon, an obstacle course, a “Track ...
Eccentric exercise focuses on movements, or phases of a movement, that lengthen the muscles. Some examples of eccentric exercise include lowering into a squat or lowering into a press-up. In contrast, ...
Ever wondered why you can’t squat as deep as your gym buddy? The answer might be right at your feet. While most fitness enthusiasts focus on building impressive quads or sculpting perfect abs, ...
Sometimes it's fun to create an entire workout composed of old-school movements. Exercises like jogging, squats, pullups and pushups can challenge everyone from the beginner to advanced fitness ...
In the world of high-performance training, your legs are considered the engine room of the body. According to leading physical therapists and trainers, focusing on your lower half is about far more ...
Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...