Over the last ten years, CrossFit has exploded, becoming one of the most popular forms of exercise ever. The combination of constantly changing workouts and a focus on community attracts many individuals to this training style. The growth of CrossFit has also come with a large backlash, with many in the strength and conditioning world disapproving of the methodology. This...

Shoulder Pain with the Overhead Press is one of the most common issues athletes face in the weight room. This article will discuss the most common causes of shoulder pain with overhead presses and suggest getting back to pain-free lifting. Causes of Shoulder Pain with Overhead Press Training Volume With any injury, looking back at your recent training changes is...

Let’s be honest: Throwing heavy barbells, swinging from rings, and crushing a high-intensity metcon is much more fun than steady-state cardio. But for many CrossFit athletes, lower-intensity training can be the best way to improve their gym performance. This article will outline why we should do more Zone 2 cardio for CrossFit Athletes.   Zone 2 Cardio for CrossFit Athletes What Does...

Review of Titan Fitness Back Hyperextension Machine Shopping for a back extension machine? In this video, I will share my experience using the Titan back hyperextension V2 machine in my physical therapy clinic. Titan Hyperextension Affiliate Link: http://titan-fitness.pxf.io/NkvmjO Titan Back Hyperextension Assembly and Portability Having utilized the Titan Fitness back hyperextension machine in my physical therapy clinic for the past...

While most of the fitness world emphasizes hip flexor stretching, smart athletes and coaches understand the huge performance and hip health benefits that result from having strong hip flexors. Here are eight great exercises to build hip flexor strength. Best Exercises for Hip Flexor Strength The Psoas March The Psoas March is a simple exercise where we use a mini...

Elbow pain during the bench press can be a frustrating injury to overcome and stall your bench press gains. In this article, we’ll discuss the most common cause of elbow pain and the best plan of action to eliminate triceps tendinopathy with bench press. What Is Triceps Tendinopathy? Triceps tendinopathy is a painful condition where the tendon connecting the tricep...

Blood flow restriction training (BFR) has emerged as a promising training tool for building strength, hypertrophy, and conditioning during periods of time when we want or need reduced loads. Research on BFR has exploded in recent years, as has the number of available BFR devices. This article will be a review of Smart Cuffs BFR, my favorite BFR band for...

Knee valgus collapse is a common issue in squats that can lead to injuries and pain. In this video, Dr. Zach Long will discuss the causes of knee valgus with squats and solutions for this problem. Understanding Knee Valgus Collapse Knee valgus collapse is a common issue that many individuals experience, especially during squats. This movement pattern, where the knees...

Everyone’s favorite lift that too frequently comes with a nagging ache in your shoulders. While the bench press is among the best exercises for building upper body pushing strength, we all hate when that tweak happens and forces us to back off our training for a few sessions. Here are six things you can do to eliminate shoulder pain during...