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CrossFit Team Series Events Announcement

CrossFit Team Series Events Announcement

Our eager anticipation for the next big CrossFit competition has been answered: the Team Series is here. This is the Team Series' fourth season; and this year, the event (presented by Compex and sponsored by FitAid) is using pairs: two men, two women, or mixed — making it even easier...

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Developing a Niche for Your Gym

Developing a Niche for Your Gym

One of the many great things about CrossFit is that it’s for anyone and everyone. You can walk into a class filled with people of different genders, ages and fitness levels all doing the same workout. It’s a large community where every athlete feels welcome. At the same time, this...

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How to Grow Your CrossFit Box

How to Grow Your CrossFit Box

Starting your own Crossfit Affiliate, or box, is one of the most exciting things you can do. If you’re someone who is passionate about the sport, it’s easy to feel the need to make everyone else passionate about it as well. It’s worked well for you and your fitness —...

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9 Things to Know Before You Start CrossFit

9 Things to Know Before You Start CrossFit

If you're intimidated by CrossFit, you're not alone. Many of us are afraid of it until we actually try it. As the saying goes, "90% of success is showing up." Once you do your first class, something magical will happen: you will go back for more and more. This is just...

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Knee Wraps or Knee Sleeves?

Knee Wraps or Knee Sleeves?

Finding the right fitness accessory for your workout routines might just give you the added boost that you are looking for. Let’s talk about knee sleeves versus knee wraps. You may have noticed a couple of people wearing knee accessories at the gym. While they do look cool, knee wraps...

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CrossFit Announces 2017 Team Series

CrossFit Announces 2017 Team Series

CrossFit HQ has announced the details surrounding this year's CrossFit Team Series. Read all about it here. 

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CrossFit Announces How to Watch the Games

CrossFit Announces How to Watch the Games

Today, CrossFit released all the details you'll need to plan your watch party for the CrossFit Games! In addition to streaming live on Facebook, there will be loads of coverage on CBS and CBS Sports Network. Click here for all the details. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N11o6srWc1s&t=62s Photo courtesy of CrossFit 

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Shaking It Out

Shaking It Out

If you’ve ever seen an athlete shake their limbs before a big lift or event, chances are you’ve taken notice of the ritual. Some say shaking it out relieves nerves and muscle tightness, making your body ready for what you’re about to do. In this article, we’ll address the question:...

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Functional Fitness for Two

Functional Fitness for Two

Listen to your body. Maybe the best piece of advice when it comes to scaling CrossFit workouts while pregnant. Most avid CrossFit athletes who become pregnant expect that if they are able, they’ll continue to do CrossFit in some capacity throughout the pregnancy. While some women are comfortable jumping rope...

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Get Inverted!

Get Inverted!

When it comes to inversions, most people either love them or hate them. But if those who hated them knew the many benefits of getting inverted, maybe they’d give going upside down another chance. Aside from building shoulder and core strength, getting inverted can also increase your body awareness and...

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Mastering Your Mentality

Mastering Your Mentality

If you’ve ever had to give yourself a pep talk to finish a workout, you might know a thing or two about mental toughness. Similarly, if you’ve got nothing left to give after a hard workout, you may also be well versed in the mental game. The magic of mastering...

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Sore Muscles: Red Flag or Badge of Honor

Sore Muscles: Red Flag or Badge of Honor

Picture this: You just got home after an extreme workout. You toss your gym bag into the corner and you notice you’re walking a bit slow. Then you realize you’re in pain—unbearable pain. Your legs feel like cement and every bit of movement is uncomfortable. If exercise is part of...

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