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5 Reasons To Use Creatine
Creatine is a fuel source that helps to rapidly produce ATP - a high energy molecule used for energy in the body. It made its...
Read articleJacob Anderson - Qualifying For The 2016 CrossFit Games
After finish 4th in the Atlantic Regional a few weeks ago, Jacob Anderson became the 4th member of his family to qualify for the CrossFit...
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The Ultimate Whey Protein Guide
Not all protein is created equal, here is a handy guide to make it easier when you are shopping for your next protein powder.
Read articleThe Key Factors to Warming Up: Part Two
Activation Sequencing The second key factor to warming up (see part one) for an effective lifting session is activation sequencing. What I am referring...
Read articleThe Key Factors to Warming Up: Part One
Dynamic Functional Mobility I am asked many times a week what is the best way to warm up for training. When you have hours...
Read articleXwerks Ignite 2.0
The wait is over, Ignite is back - and better. Over the last few months, we experimented with different ingredients while looking to improve...
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Mythbusters: 5 Flexible Dieting Myths
This is my quick, yet purposeful edition of Mythbusters. I will be talking a bit about a style of nutrition that has come to be...
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5 Things to Know About Recovery
Recovery is a hot and trending word in the fitness and athletic worlds. You can search #recovery on Instagram and find loads of photos and view...
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5 Facts About Vitamin D
Vitamin D is something that flies under the radar for most people, we all know it comes from the sun, but it is also...
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5 Quick Tips To Improve Overhead Mobility
1. Start with the pelvis. To lock out overhead the pelvis should be in a posterior tilt, meaning glutes engaged and less extension of...
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Whey Protein vs Beef Protein Powder
In recent years, beef protein powder has gained popularity with the rise of the Paleo Diet. It seems it would only make sense to...
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Alex Anderson on the 2015 CrossFit Games
2015 has been Alex Anderson's breakout year in the sport of CrossFit. Alex started the year with a solid performance at Wodapalooza, finishing in...
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