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Reebok Nano X5: The New Generation

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Step Up Your Training Game with the Reebok Nano X5 at TWL

The wait is over! The Reebok Nano X5, the latest iteration of the beloved Nano series, is set to drop at TWL on January 24th. Hailed as the “official shoe of fitness,” the Nano X5 delivers on performance, durability, and style, making it a must-have for fitness enthusiasts, CrossFit athletes, and Hyrox competitors alike. Let’s dive into what makes the Nano X5 a game-changer.

What’s New in the Reebok Nano X5?

The Nano X5 boasts cutting-edge updates designed to elevate your training experience. Here’s a look at its standout features:

  • Floatride Energy Foam Midsole: Engineered for superior cushioning and responsiveness, this foam ensures comfort without compromising stability during heavy lifts or dynamic movements.
  • FlexWeave Knit Upper: Reebok’s proprietary FlexWeave material has been upgraded to provide a seamless blend of breathability, durability, and adaptive support.
  • Lift and Run Chassis System: A reinforced heel counter combined with a responsive forefoot provides stability during squats and explosive energy return during sprints or jumps.
  • All-Terrain Grip Sole: Whether you’re grinding out a WOD in the box or pushing through a Hyrox sled push, the Nano X5’s revamped outsole delivers unparalleled traction and durability.

How Does the Nano X5 Differ from the Nano X4?

While the Nano X4 was celebrated for its versatility, the Nano X5 takes it to the next level:

  • Enhanced Midsole: The Floatride Energy Foam in the Nano X5 is a significant upgrade, offering a softer yet more responsive feel compared to the X4’s midsole.
  • Improved Fit: The Nano X5 features a more refined upper design that adapts to the foot for a snug but comfortable fit, reducing unnecessary movement during intense workouts.
  • Streamlined Aesthetic: The Nano X5 comes with sleeker lines and modern colorways, making it not only a functional gym shoe but also a stylish everyday option.
  • Performance Weight: The Reebok Nano X5 weighs approximately 12 ounces (340 grams) in a men’s US size 9. In comparison, the Nano X4 weighs around 11.7 ounces (332 grams) in the same size. This indicates a slight increase of about 0.3 ounces (8 grams) in the Nano X5, which is unlikely to significantly impact performance.

Why the Nano X5 is the Best Training Shoe Yet

From CrossFit AMRAPs to Hyrox challenges, the Nano X5 is built to dominate any fitness arena. Its unmatched combination of stability, comfort, and durability means you can seamlessly transition between heavy lifts, agility drills, and endurance workouts. The all-terrain grip sole ensures you stay grounded during sled pushes, rope climbs, and box jumps.

Athletes and fitness enthusiasts consistently praise the Nano series for its “no-weakness” approach, and the X5 solidifies that reputation. If you’re looking for a shoe that’s as versatile as your training, the Nano X5 is it.

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Release Information: Get Yours at TWL

The Reebok Nano X5 officially launches at The WOD Life on January 24th in an array of stunning colorways. Whether you’re into bold tones or minimalist designs, there’s a style to suit your aesthetic. Don’t miss your chance to secure the ultimate training shoe!

Head to TWL.com.au on release day to grab your pair and experience why the Nano X5 is the go-to footwear for fitness professionals worldwide. It’s time to elevate your performance and redefine what’s possible in your training.

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TWL Hosts Exclusive Training Club Event with Reebok and CrossFit Games Athletes

Jay Crouch CrossFit Games Athlete

The WOD Life (TWL) continues to solidify its presence in the functional fitness community by hosting another incredible event, the TWL Training Club, in collaboration with Reebok. This exclusive session, held at CrossFit Charge in Northcote, VIC, was led by two of Australia’s most accomplished CrossFit Games athletes, Jay Crouch and Maddie Sturt.

The event provided an unparalleled opportunity for fitness enthusiasts and CrossFit athletes to train alongside elite competitors. Both Jay and Maddie brought their years of experience and expertise to guide participants through a challenging and inspiring workout. The atmosphere was electric as athletes of all levels gathered to push their limits under the guidance of these two CrossFit Games stars.

TWL Training Club x Reebok Featuring Jay Crouch & Maddie Sturt

Jay Crouch, a fan favorite in the Australian CrossFit community, has been a regular at the CrossFit Games, known for his tenacity and dedication. Maddie Sturt, a multi-time Games competitor, is equally respected for her incredible work ethic and consistency. Their combined knowledge, hands-on coaching, and encouragement helped create a session that went beyond just fitness—it was about pushing boundaries and building confidence.

TWL Training Club x Reebok Featuring Jay Crouch & Maddie Sturt

In addition to the intense training, the event was supported by Reebok, a global leader in athletic footwear and apparel. Reebok provided gear and prizes for participants, ensuring everyone not only looked the part but felt supported during the workout. The collaboration between TWL and Reebok highlights the strong connection between fitness brands and the community, offering experiences that go beyond products to enrich the lives of everyday athletes.

The TWL Training Club event at CrossFit Charge was  a resounding success, bringing together top-tier coaching, community spirit, and the high-performance edge that The WOD Life is known for. With the backing of Reebok and the expertise of athletes like Jay Crouch and Maddie Sturt, it’s clear that TWL continues to elevate the fitness experience in Australia.

Stay tuned for more exciting events from The WOD Life, as they continue to connect the fitness community with world-class opportunities!

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The Essential CrossFit Starter Kit: What to Buy

It’s true that the best piece of equipment you can ever own is your body. Train it, feed it, rest it, mobilise it and it’ll serve you well for a long, long time. That said, CrossFit is pretty rough-and-tumble, and that body is going to take a bit of a beating. There are some things which can help you to move better, feel better and be safer. Here’s a quick look at some of the basics that you might want to invest in for your CrossFit starter kit.

1. Proper Shoes

Back in the day, people used to lift and do CrossFit in Converse shoes; and while there are some die-hard veterans out there who still do, the options for dedicated CrossFit shoes are a bit more varied today. When looking for shoes, think about:

  • Comfort – They’ve got to be comfortable or you’re not going to wear them.
  • Durability – Running, jumping, lifting, wall climbs, ropes — they all contribute to giving your shoes a pretty good kicking.
  • Stability – If you’re using the same pair of shoes for WODing and lifting, they need to be sturdy and a good all-rounder. We recommend getting a pair of dedicated lifting shoes for the sessions where you’re just doing Olympic lifting.

The WOD Life Recommends: Inov8s

Inov-8s come in a variety of WOD-friendly and lifting styles and are especially good for agility work, running and jumping. If you’re looking for something that occupies the middle ground, allowing you to WOD and lift at the same time, we love the Inov-8 Fastlift 325.inov8 shoes

2. Shorts or Tights

Don’t buy cheap shorts or tights that aren’t made for intense movement and lifting, because one of three things will happen:

  1. They’ll rip during squats.
  2. You’ll sweat, a lot.
  3. They’ll get shredded by the barbell.

Investing in quality shorts or leggings will help to prevent the above and make you look like a pro. Check out some of The WOD Life’s range.

The WOD Life Recommends: The WOD Life Tights

The WOD Life Tights are made from a high quality Move-Tech Material and aren’t see-through — important for the toughest of workouts!

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3. Knee Sleeves

As you progress through months and months of CrossFit, you’re going to be doing a lot squatting, lunging and jumping. Your knees are made to move, but it’s always wise to give them that bit of extra support when needed.

Knee sleeves should be tight but not restrictive, and should give you a general feeling of stability as you move through things like squats.

The WOD Life Recommends: Rehband RX Knee Sleeves

For ultimate support and durability, we recommend the Rehband 7751 RX, as worn by CrossFit Games athlete Josh Bridges.

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4. Foam Rollers

There are all kinds of fun and funky mobility pieces you can buy, from lacrosse balls to sticks, peanuts and voodoo bands; you might even buy yourself an entire mobility kit. But if we were to suggest just one, it would be the foam roller. Foam rollers work by mashing up tight and knotted tissue so that blood and oxygen can flow back in, and the muscle can repair more quickly.

The WOD Life Recommends: Rumble Roller

If anything is essential, it’s a foam roller. The Rumble Roller is the gold standard of foam rollers. Available in two densities and two sizes, there is an offering to suit anyone looking to get supple. Just one look at the Rumble Roller and your hamstrings will loosen and your quads feel amazing. Get ready to go into the pain cave: whether it’s for prehab or rehab, the Rumble Roller is a sure bet.

Rumble Roller

5. Tape

Prevention really is better than cure; and while you can’t always stop your hands from getting a bit torn up, you can do your best by protecting them with tape. When buying tape, look out for the word kinesiology – it’s also used for physiotherapy purposes, so it’s stretchy and extra sticky, making it perfect for wrapping hands and fingers. The WOD Life has a rather colourful range.

The WOD Life Recommends: Goat Tape

Crafted with high quality Malaysian grade adhesive, Goat Tape is tried and tested by CrossFit Games level athletes such as Ben Smith and Austin Malleolo. The WOD Life also carries high quality hand tape, which is available online here.

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6. Protein

Food is your friend, but supplements are pretty much essential if you’re doing CrossFit several times a week and are looking to make significant gains. You’ll need to play around with brands a bit to see which ones you like the best, since everyone has different preferences.

The WOD Life Recommends: Progenex 

There’s a massive variety of protein to choose from, so how do you know what works for you? The WOD Life has curated a selected range of protein suitable for the functional fitness athlete. Recovery by Progenex has been formulated especially for CrossFit athletes, with specific blends of high quality protein and carbohydrates to ensure you perform strong and recover fast.

Whenever you are looking at protein, always read the label to ensure you are getting the highest protein-per-serving ratio possible. Another great, affordable option is whey protein from The Naked Co.

Progenex Recovery for CrossFit at The WOD Life Australia

The key to remember is that these recommendations are an investment in your fitness. They will help you feel better, perform stronger and remain healthy and safe during your training.

Happy WODing!

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2017 Reebok CrossFit Games On-Site Info Page and O-Course Sneak Peak

The CrossFit Games website has an on-site info page, which houses all the information you need if you’re attending the Games. Find spectator attractions, a list of vendors, parking and transportation information and more. Be sure to check it out if you’re headed to Madison!

Not attending the Games? Check out CrossFit’s How to Watch article to find out how you can tune in from home.

Just in: Get a sneak peak of the O-course on the CrossFit Games Instagram!

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The Games begin in less than a week!

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2016 CrossFit Games Season Dates Released

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2016 CrossFit Games Season Dates Released

Ready or not, the 2016 CrossFit season is officially in motion.

CrossFit HQ has released the 2016 schedule of events which include the Open, the Masters Qualifier, Regionals, and the Games. So far it looks like there are not too many changes from the 2015 season. The 8 super regions from 2015 all return, with no new events or surprises being added to the mix… as of yet.

Check out the schedule below:

STAGE 1: The Open

Five Weeks | Feb. 25 – March 28, 2016

16.1: Feb. 25 – 29
16.2: March 3 – 7
16.3: March 10 – 14
16.4 March 17 – 21
16.5 March 24 – 28

Registration for the Open begins Jan. 14, 2016.

STAGE 2A: The Masters Qualifier

Thursday – Monday | April 21 – 25

STAGE 2B: The Regionals

Three Weekends | May 13 – 29

Weekend 1: May 13 – 15
California Regional | NorCal and SoCal
South Regional | LatAm, South Central, South West
Pacific Regional | Australia and Asia

Weekend 2: May 20 – 22
West Regional | North West and Canada West
Atlantic Regional | Mid Atlantic and South East

Weekend 3: May 27 – 29
Central Regional | Central East and North Central
Meridian Regional | Europe and Africa
East Regional | North East and Canada East

STAGE 3: The Games

One Week | July 19 – 24

Teenage and Masters Competitions
Tuesday – Thursday | July 19 – 21

Individual and Team Competitions
Wednesday – Sunday | July 20 – 24

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Ticket Release Dates:

Regional Tickets: Monday, March 28
Read the original CF HQ Announcement here
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2015 CrossFit Invitational: Pacific Team

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2015 CrossFit Invitational: Pacific Team

Here are 3 videos to help you get to know the Pacific Team a little better before the 2015 CrossFit Invitational. In video 1 Pat Sherwood interviews the second- fittest woman in the world, Tia-Clair Toomey. Video 2 Pat chats with   five-time Games competitor and this years Pacific Team Coach, Rob Forte. In video 3, CrossFit HQ introduces all of the athletes who will be repping the Pacific Team this year.

Get pumped up for the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Invitational, this year’s event will take place from 4-6 p.m. CET on Sunday, Dec. 6., at the Caja Mágica in Madrid.

Watch it all here!


Video Creds: CrossFit

For more information on The 2015 CrossFit Invitational be sure to check out the links below:

How to Watch the 2015 CrossFit Invitational 

2015 CrossFit Invitational Basics

Tickets

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5 Reasons Why We Love CrossFit So Much!

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5 Reasons Why We Love CrossFit So Much!

We all know someone who’s joked – often only half-joked – that CrossFit is a cult. It’s your colleague, or a friend who whenever the topic of fitness comes up, attempts an intervention on your behalf.

“You’re obsessed with that place! It’s not healthy doing all of that lifting!”

It’s interesting – and infuriating for coaches – that when it comes to fitness, it seems like everyone is an expert. Janice in finance thinks she knows what’s best for your body, and she’ll try and make you feel like a weirdo for not seeing her point of view.

What everyone might be getting confused about, though, is that it’s not so much a cult that they’re seeing in CrossFit, but a mild form of the instincts that have kept modern humans alive for around 200,000 years.

So why do we love CrossFit so much?

1. Strength in numbers

The main bug-bear of most non-CrossFitters. We’re all the same, Inov8 wearing creatine drinkers with strange walks. That’s kind of true, but what it shows, as it does with most things in life, is that we do better with the support of others like us.

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We know, you’re unique, there’s nobody like you, and your custom T-Shirts, hyper coloured Inov8‘s are definitely the best, by far. Would you say, though, that you push yourself just a little bit harder during a partner or team WOD, than when you’re on your own? Most people probably do.

2. Community

A very similar point to the first, but there’s evidence to suggest that people who lead solitary lives, who have fewer regular social interactions, have as much a chance of dying younger as a pack-a-day smoker.

If you’ve ever been to any kind of CrossFit event, you’ll have noticed the buzz that exists in the crowd, among themselves, and for the athletes on the floor.

It’s not just the weights and the burpees that make you a stronger, healthier person, it’s the people you hang out with, too.

3. Constant variation

Bicep curls and bench press are important isolation movements for the modern bro, but the motivation to do just those, and maybe a few hamstring curls down the Globo gym, runs out fast. Most coaches will keep the programming a secret from their members right up until they arrive at the box. This is for a couple of reasons:

  • It stops you chickening out and not coming when it’s something you hate
  • It means every single day is a surprise – you have no idea what you’re going to be doing

There’s no other major fitness programme that offers that in quite the same way.

4. Savage results

It’s probably fair to say that the average gym-goer is going to have a tough time cleaning 100kg. There’s not much in the standard Globo gym to teach you the explosiveness necessary to make a complicated Olympic lift. Pretty quickly after joining a CrossFit gym, most people see the potential of what their bodies are capable of.

When you go from 45 minutes of abs work, to throwing around 70kg for reps, it’s no wonder people don’t ever go back once they start CrossFit.

5. Fight or flight

Nobody ever felt like they were about to go to war while swinging back and forth on a cross-trainer. It’s mild, but the feeling you get when the 10-second countdown starts is essentially the same as it would be before the fight of your life. You have two choices: you can run away, or you can engage your primal desire to fight and conquer.

It’s scary as hell, but you do it every day and you love it.

So the next time someone scoffs at your cultish ways, remind them that you’re a savage beast, and that when the apocalypse comes, you will not save them.

Think you are addicted to CrossFit? Check out which of these 15 signs you are guilty of!

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CROSSFIT TEAM SERIES 2015 – WEEK 2 WODs

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CROSSFIT TEAM SERIES 2015 – WEEK 2 WODs

The 2015 CrossFit Team Series week 2 WODs were released yesterday and I’m already hurting!

Things to know:

Event 5 – Karen/Grace/Diane/Randy

Video/Scorecard/Standards

Rx’d

For time, with one team member completing each portion:

Karen

150 Wall-Ball shot

M – 20-lb. ball to 10-ft. target
F – 14-lb. ball to 9-ft. target

Grace

30 clean and jerks

M – 135 lb.
F – 95 lb.

Diane

21-15-9 reps of:

Deadlifts
Handstand push-ups

M – 225-lb. deadlifts
F – 155-lb. deadlifts

Randy

75 snatches

M – 75 lb.
F – 55 lb.

Scaled

For time, with one team member completing each portion:
Karen

150 Wall-Ball shot

M – 14-lb. ball to 9-ft. target
F – 10-lb. ball to 9-ft. target
Grace

30 clean and jerks

M – 95 lb.
F – 65 lb.
Diane

21-15-9 reps of:

Deadlifts
Shoulder presses

M – 155-lb. deadlifts, 75-lb. presses
F – 105-lb. deadlifts, 55-lb. presses
Randy

75 snatches

M – 65 lb.
F – 45 lb.

 Event 6 – Deadlifts/Cal Row/OHS

Video/Scorecard/Standards

Rx’d

As a relay in the order M1-M2-F1-F2, each athlete completes:

30 deadlifts (185 / 135 lb.)

30-calorie row

30 overhead squats (95 / 65 lb.)

Scaled

As a relay in the order M1-M2-F1-F2, each athlete completes:

30 deadlifts (135 / 95 lb.)

30-calorie row

30 overhead squats (65 / 45 lb.)

Event 7 – Front Squat

Video/Scorecard/Standards

7-rep-max front squat

Sum of each athlete’s heaviest set.
There is no scaling option for this workout.

Event 8 – T2B/SH2OH

Video/Scorecard/Standards

Rx’d 

For time:

200 toes-to-bars, while both barbells are held overhead

200 shoulders-to-overheads (135 / 95 lb.), while 2 teammates hang from the pull-up bar

Scaled

For time:

200 sit-ups, while both barbells are held overhead

200 shoulders-to-overheads (75 / 55 lb.), while 2 teammates hang from the pull-up bar

Be sure to check out these links below for further information:

Original CrossFit Post

CrossFit Team Series Website

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2015 CrossFit Team Series Details

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2015 CrossFit Team Series Details

The CrossFit Team Series is back! Here’s your chance to compete against the world’s fittest CrossFitters.  Think you have what it takes to smash these WODs and take home the cash? Check out the details below to learn what it’s all about and how you can get involved.

When
Week 1: September 9 – 15  (10am AEST)
Week 2: October 7 – 13 (10am AEST)
Register: August 19-September 9

Divisions
Open (all ages)
Teenage (14-17)
Masters (40+)

Cost
$80 per team

$500 for teams with sponsored team name

Prize Purse
1st – $30,000
2nd – $25,000
3rd – $20,000
4th – $17,000
5th – $14,000
6th – $11,000
7th – $10,000
8th – $9,000
9th – $8,000
10th – $7,000

Details
Any two men and two women can form a team in this year’s Team Series. Although you and your teammates do not have to attend the same CrossFit affiliate, teammates will be required to complete all of the workouts together.

2 total competition weeks with 6 days to complete each workout

Teams may jump from scaled to RX as they choose. One rep as prescribed will beat the highest scaled score.

Registration began on Aug. 19 and signup can be found here.

Official 2015 CrossFit Team Series Rulebook

Last Years Top 5 Results

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HQ’s To Do List
1. Find three teammates.
2. Come back to Games.CrossFit.com between Aug. 19 and Sept. 9 to register your team.
3. Make sure all teammates accept your email invites.
4. Compete!


Video Creds: Andrew Melling

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2015 Reebok CrossFit Games: Ben Smith & Katrin Tanja Davidsdottir Fittest Athletes In The World

2015 Reebok CrossFit Games: Ben Smith & Katrin Tanja Davidsdottir Fittest Athletes In The World

Three-time CrossFit Games competitor Katrin Tanja Davidsdottir and seven-time CrossFit Games competitor Ben Smith won the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games.

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The Men

CrossFit Games Men's Podium

The Men’s side of the draw went down to the final workout, with Ben Smith edging out Mat Fraser to claim the 2015 crown. Bjorgvin Karl Gudmunsson, the winner of the toughest test of the weekend “Murph” clinched third in arguably one of the toughest competitions.

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The Women

CrossFit Games Womens Podium

Katrin Davidsdottir surged on the final day to surpass fellow Iceland native Sara Sigmundsdottir. Davidsdottir who missed out on the CrossFit Games in 2014, redeemed herself in the ultimate way possible. Tia-Clair Toomey had an amazingly consistent weekend, with solid Top 10 performances on the final workouts to rocket into second overall. Sigmundsdottir, who is no doubt a champion in years to come rounded out the podium in third.

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The Teams

CrossFIt Mayhem

Once again, Rich Froning rose above to claim his fifth title overall. Froning captained CrossFit Mayhem to the affiliate cup win, edging out CrossFit Milton and UTE CrossFit. The competition was heated in the Californian sun, with Invictus who were widely tipped to podium finishing outside the top 10. The story of the weekend however came from NorCal CrossFit. Miranda Oldroyd suffered a torn ACL on the Clean & Jerk event and was forced to withdraw from the competition. Without the lack of alternates to sub in, NorCal were required to complete the workouts with only 5 of the 6 members limiting their chances of success.

CrossFit Games Teams Standings

Stay tuned for a wrap up on the Aussies, Masters & Teens Division…