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Seated Leg Press: Benefits, Muscles Worked, & Best Machines

March 25, 2020 By Kyle Hoffman

When you start your fitness journey, you usually set goals for yourself like build some biceps, blast your chest… but what about your legs?

Your legs are roughly 1/2 of your body and you can look freakish with wide shoulders if you’re walking around on a pair of twigs. That’s why if you want a simple way to build some powerful legs, you should consider the seated leg press.

In this blog post, I’m going to try to make you a believer in this common exercise. Make sure you read all the way to the end because you’re about to discover some killer benefits of this exercise, the primary and secondary muscles worked, recommended machines for your home gym, and a lot more.

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Full-Body Workout Every Other Day: Does it Work?

March 25, 2020 By Jess Billitz

When you’re just starting out, it can seem daunting to go to the gym five days a week using a popular split routine. In actuality, there’s no need for a split routine at all.

Full-body workouts can be just as effective, if not more effective, than some of the most popular split routines out there! Let’s take a look at how full-body workouts actually work and the benefits associated with them.

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1001+ Best CrossFit Team Names (Funny, Female, & Badass)

March 23, 2020 By Kyle Hoffman

Coming up with the best CrossFit team names for your next team WOD can be a hassle.

Not only do you have to worry about making good time and trying not to vomit, but you also have to come up with a funny name that either makes everyone in the box laugh… or something badass that drives intense fear into their hearts.

Lucky for you, your search for an original team name is over!

Keep on reading because you’re about to discover over 1001 badass, funny, serious, and all around creative names to use for your next CrossFit group.

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5 Best Single Prong Powerlifting Belts [Reviews]

March 18, 2020 By Jess Billitz

When you’re looking to set new PRs at the gym, you need to make sure you’re protecting yourself with a powerlifting belt. With a single prong powerlifting belt, you’re guaranteeing less strain and pressure on your lower back and greater form throughout your workout.

Take a look at our picks for the top five single prong powerlifting belts to buy this year.

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9 Best Leather Weightlifting Belts [Reviews]

March 9, 2020 By Jess Billitz

When you’re doing weightlifting exercises like squats, power cleans, and deadlifts, you’re putting a lot of pressure and strain on your lower back and core. By wearing a weightlifting belt, you can prevent the excess pressure on your back while also limiting the possibility of hyperextension.

Leather weightlifting belts are some of the most durable and effective types of weightlifting belts out there. Take a look at our top nine choices for leather weightlifting belts for 2020!

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Leather vs. Nylon Weightlifting Belts: Which is Better?

March 3, 2020 By Jess Billitz

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If you’re looking to make huge gains in the gym by doing heavy barbell exercises, one of the best ways to prevent injury and improve performance is by using a weightlifting belt. Whether it’s the Gymreapers Weight Lifting Belt or the Nylon Harbinger Weightlifting Belt, you should improve your bracing and numbers a bit easier.

But, with a market that’s saturated in different types of belts, it can be hard to figure out which type is actually best.

Below, we’ll overview the advantages and disadvantages of leather and nylon weightlifting belts and make a final recommendation regarding which type is best.

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Pendlay Rows vs Bent-Over Rows: Which is Better?

February 17, 2020 By Jess Billitz

Any good exercise regimen strategically targets every muscle group in the body to develop strength and build power. When it comes to hitting your back muscles, your routine should include deadlifts, lat pulldowns or pullups, and some variation of a row.

If you don’t know much about the different types of rows, you might be wondering whether it even makes a difference which type you decide to add to your program. It absolutely does!

Below, we’ll overview two of the more common row exercises, Pendlay rows and bent-over rows, and the cases for and against each of them. Check it out!

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23 Best Weightlifting Belts for Gym Workouts This Year

February 12, 2020 By Jess Billitz

If you’ve ever stepped foot in a gym or fitness facility, you’ve probably seen serious-looking bodybuilders wearing weightlifting belts around their midsection. Weightlifting belts are usually worn to protect the lower back from excess strain during heavy weightlifting exercises.

While not everyone needs to wear a weightlifting belt every time they go to the gym, they are a useful tool for preventing abdominal and lower back injuries while providing stability during your workout. Here are 23 of the best weightlifting belts you can buy for your gym workouts this year.

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13 Best CrossFit Shoes for Narrow Feet in 2021

January 30, 2020 By Jess Billitz

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The CrossFit footwear market is booming and nearly every notable shoe brand has at least one model designed specifically for CrossFit athletes. While some of these shoes are highly-regarded and strategically developed to improve performance, these shoes may not live up to your expectations if you have relatively narrow feet.

However, there are CrossFit shoe options available if you have narrow feet and it’s important that you find a pair that fits well. Here are our top 13 picks for best CrossFit shoes for narrow feet in 2020.

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Nike Metcon vs Reebok Nano: CrossFit Shoe Faceoff

January 17, 2020 By Jess Billitz

When it comes to practical CrossFit footwear, the Nike Metcon and Reebok Nano are two of the most highly regarded shoes available on the market. Through frequent re-releases of each model, both Nike and Reebok are focused on improving WOD performance and providing the much sought after comfort, stability, and durability of the ideal CrossFit shoe.

But which shoe is best for maximizing your CrossFit performance? Let’s take a look!

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