How to Train Your Strict Pull-ups
Strict pull-ups are one of the most challenging yet rewarding bodyweight exercises that can significantly enhance your upper body strength and overall fitness. Unfortunately, a lot of people see the word ‘strict pull-ups’ in a workout and are instantly defeated. If you’re in that boat, don’t worry; like any worthwhile goal, with a dedicated plan, there’s hope! The journey towards mastering this movement begins with understanding the intricate interplay of muscle groups involved, the importance of balanced training, and the critical role of mobility work.
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3 Keys to Successful Programming for CrossFit Masters Athletes
As athletes age, their bodies undergo changes that require tailored approaches to training. CrossFit masters athletes—especially those typically over the age of 40—often find that traditional training programs no longer meet their needs. It’s a rather intuitive fact, isn’t it? A 20-year-old you shouldn’t train the same as a 40-year-old you.
5 Keys to PR Your Snatch & Clean + Jerk: Part 3 - Bodybuilding Accessory
Welcome to part 3 of our 5-part series on improving the snatch and clean and jerk. In parts 1 and 2 we covered the importance of the pull and the push press and back squat, respectively. Today, we’ll discuss an often underutilized training component in Olympic Weightlifting–bodybuilding.
6 Types of Accessory Exercises for the Functional Fitness Athlete
The functional athlete’s training is flush with movements, drills, and endless variations that help keep workouts exciting and athletes constantly adapting to new stimuli. There are, of course, the usual suspects that crop up in workouts more often than not, such as thrusters, pull-ups, and kettlebell swings. However, accessory exercises usually play a crucial yet often underappreciated role.