10 Ways to Build an Unstoppable Engine for Competitive CrossFit TOPIC: Written By Todd Nief Todd Nief is the Owner and Director of Training at South Loop Strength and Conditioning. He blogs regularly on all things strength and conditioning at southloopsc.com/articles....
Does Beta Alanine Make You a Better CrossFit Athlete? TOPIC: CrossFit athletes know how demanding the workouts can be. You need to perform at high intensity, push through fatigue, and recover quickly for the next challenge. That’s why many CrossFit athletes use...
Building a Champion’s Gut: Why Athletes Need a High-Fiber Diet TOPIC: Every inch of an athlete’s body is a finely tuned machine. From explosive power to unwavering endurance, peak performance relies on optimal fueling. Often overlooked, but essential for this...
5 Powerful Plyometric Exercises You Can Do Anywhere TOPIC: Is your body aging, or are you aging your body? If you’re not training for power, chances are your bones are losing density. These five simple plyometrics exercises (that can be done almost anywhere!) maximize...
Grip Strength Training for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu TOPIC: If you practice Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ), you know how important grip strength is. Whether you are fighting for a collar choke, defending a takedown, or escaping a submission, having a strong grip can give you a...
The 10 Minute Playground Workout for Fit Parents TOPIC: Fitness While the Kids Play Time is precious. Whether you’re working late, up early, or rushing to your kids’ next practice, it can be hard to carve out enough time to get to the gym for even one hour. Why...
