If you’ve ever watched a CrossFit workout, you’ve likely seen athletes demonstrate the kip. The question on everyone’s lips is — why do CrossFitters kip? It must be hard, right? If you’re wondering why Crossfitters kip, read this article to find out. What is Kipping? Kipping is a form of pull-up where the body swings […]
A sandbag is an essential part of any CrossFit home gym. However, selecting the best sandbags can be difficult due to the sheer number of brands and types available on the market today. In this article, we’ll review the top 5 best sandbags for CrossFit currently available and explain why each one was chosen as […]
Coffee keeps you awake and boosts your energy, but is it healthy and effective in boosting your CrossFit workout? Although traditional wisdom holds that water is the best beverage for a workout (and this is true), CrossFitters regularly use coffee to increase their energy, improve their mood, and boost their metabolism to burn fat. In […]
In order to participate in CrossFit, you must mentally be in the right state of mind and focused. Not to mention, this particular workout requires stamina and a great deal of physical exertion. This leads to some CrossFitters looking for a bit of a pick-me-up. But is coffee good for CrossFit? Is Coffee Good to […]
Reliable grips are a crucial piece of gear that can’t be overlooked, which is why they are a mainstay in the workout bags of both amateur and professional CrossFitters. Finding the right grips can make the difference between comfortable workouts and blisters, or even potentially dangerous mistakes while working out. In this article we will […]
Wrist wraps are an accessory used by CrossFitters when performing Olympic lifts, in particular the snatch and overhead squat. When performing heavy lifts, the added strength from a wrist wrap can help protect the hand and wrist and allow you to lift more weight safer. With literally hundreds of wraps on the market today, with every […]
Exercises such as jumping rope are well known for their fitness benefits and weight-loss applications. Despite that, jumping rope has gained popularity beyond the playground and has become a significant part of CrossFit. During this workout, you swing a rope around your body and leap over it as it crosses beneath your feet. It counts […]
CrossFit isn’t just a style of exercise, it’s a lifestyle and a movement. There are over 15 million athletes. There are over 14,000 locations around the globe. It’s characterized by the mantra: Off the carbs. Off the couch. It’s sound nutrition and detailed exercise. Its focus is on long-term health. According to BarBend, one of […]
While in most commercial gyms, the skierg is a niche piece of cardio equipment that sits in the corner gathering dust, this is not the case in the world of CrossFit. The skierg is a staple in every box and has featured in almost every CrossFit Games since its inception. The skierg as we know […]
Fitness training is something which is taken by most people. It is not only for the sole purpose of being strong or maintenance of body shape, but sometimes, it is also about the inner satisfaction and the happiness that fitness training brings to a person. And if you are one of the fitness freaks, you […]