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Multiple Studies: You Can Lift More Weight Using This Mental Technique
Fortune favors the hyped. If lift weights to increase strength, a systematic review by Cusimano et al. has some science-based advice to help you lift more: Stop scrolling on your phone between sets and start psyching yourself up. The 2022 study, entitled “The Effects of Psyching-Up on Maximal Force Production: A Systematic Review,” looked at several studies on…
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The Best Chest Exercises for Building Muscle, Plus 4 Full Workouts
If you’re hitting the gym on International Chest Day, you need the best chest exercises for mass, strength, and everything in-between. These 17 expert-selected movements are all but guaranteed to get you jacked, increase your strength, and help you stave off injury. Let’s get started. 17 Best Chest Exercises Recent Updates: This article was initially written by Mike…
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Mayhem Mission Aims to Raise $100,000 for Human Trafficking Nonprofit in March
Founded by 10-time CrossFit Games champion Rich Froning, Mayhem Mission is hosting its fourth annual fundraiser on March 23. The lofty goal is to raise $100,000 for Atlas Free, a nonprofit organization fighting human trafficking in 26 countries. In the last three years, Froning’s fundraiser has raised a combined total of $113,619 for Atlas Free. View this post…
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Marcus Waugh Wins 2024 World’s Strongest Firefighter
Marcus Waugh of the Toledo, OH, Fire and Rescue is the 2024 World’s Strongest Firefighter (WSF). Waugh was one of 120 athletes who competed in the annual contest at the 2024 Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, OH, and among the 18 finalists in the last four events on Saturday, March 2, 2024. 2023 champion Andrew Burton did not attempt a title defense as…
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How to Watch the CrossFit Open 24.2 Workout Announcement Live
Week two of the 2024 CrossFit Open kicks off with the live announcement of workout 24.2 on Thursday, March 7, on the official CrossFit YouTube channel. And we’ve got all the details you need to know heading into the event. [Related: 2024 CrossFit Open Workout 24.1 Released — Get Tips and Strategies From Top Coaches] What You Need…
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Shrinking Balls and SARMs: A Not-So-Bulky Truth?
In recent years, Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) have surged in popularity within the fitness and bodybuilding communities for their promised benefits of muscle growth and fat loss without the severe side effects associated with traditional anabolic steroids. However, amidst their growing use, concerns have arisen regarding their safety and potential side effects, particularly their…
Train Chest and Back Like Five-Time Classic Physique Olympia Champ Chris Bumstead
Professional bodybuilders are on an ongoing quest to master the art and science of building muscle size, symmetry, and balance. Emulating their training methods can refine technique, accelerate progress, and garner motivation to push yourself harder in the gym. On Feb. 27, 2024, the five-time and reigning Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead published a video on his…
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CrossFit VP Jay DeCoons Takes on His First CrossFit Open
Among those who were anxiously awaiting the first CrossFit Open workout to drop last Thursday was Jay DeCoons, who also happens to be the new VP of Global Affiliate and Operations at Crossfit HQ. DeCoons landed the VP job in October 2024. He hails from a finance background and has more than 10 years of experience in the…
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2024 HYROX Glasgow Results — Keys, Dearden Claim Gold
The 2024 HYROX Glasgow race occurred on March 2-3, 2024, the same weekend as the 2024 HYROX North American Championships. The HYROX Pro divisions were the highlight of the Glasgow contest, which saw Jake Dearden and Bryony Keys, both of the UK, score gold in the Individual Men’s and Women’s pro divisions, respectfully. The HYROX Pro Doubles divisions…
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Fergus Crawley’s 6 Time Management Recommendations To Maximize Training Results
Finding the time to train for a big goal while juggling other commitments can be challenging. However, time management is crucial for hybrid athlete Fergus Crawley, who trains for a 250-kilometer ultramarathon while holding onto a 600-kilogram powerlifting total. On Feb. 27, 2024, Crawley published a video on his YouTube channel, sharing six ways he manages his time…
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