With 10 of the world’s premier athletes scheduled to square off at Dell Diamond Stadium on Oct. 27-28, 2023, there’s plenty of anticipation surrounding the 2023 Rogue Strongman Invitational. A stacked roster headlined by reigning champion Oleksii Novikov will have an opportunity to not only impress the crowd in Round Rock, Texas, but also secure a record-setting prize…
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Steady-state cardio — plodding along at a consistent pace for the duration of a session — can have its place in a training program. However, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can actually be a more efficient means to reach your fitness goals. And just like there are a variety of ways to build the ultimate physique, there are different…
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As a registered dietitian, I am asked almost every day for recommendations on the best type of protein supplement. And while I’m sure to only recommend proteins whose quality and formulation I can stand behind, there’s another feature that’s also pretty important: the flavor. If you don’t like how a protein powder tastes, you are pretty unlikely to…
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Shortly after switching the location of the 2024 CrossFit Games from Madison, Wisconsin to Fort Worth, Texas, CrossFit HQ has shifted gears yet again by making significant changes for the upcoming season. However, unlike the decision to host the sport’s preeminent event at Dickie’s Arena next year, choosing to overhaul the Adaptive and Age-Group divisions will likely be met…
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Concept2 created the original rowing ergometer in 1981 as a training tool for competitive athletes. It quickly became one of the best rowing machines for the athletic population, and thanks to CrossFit, it is an even more popular training device than ever. During my years as a personal trainer, I used the Concept2 rower myself and for dozens…
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What is 12-3-30? It’s not an important date in gym history from almost 100 years ago. It’s a social media-based fitness phenomenon. Simply, it requires using a treadmill set at a specific incline, moving at a specific speed, for a specific length of time. It’s an incredibly straightforward approach that has “fitfluencers” and followers sweating buckets as they…
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Six months after suffering a scary setback that could have easily sidelined him for the rest of the competitive season, Charles Griffen showed the power of perseverance by completing his comeback story in championship fashion. On Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, Griffen officially clinched a qualifying spot in the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest by outperforming the rest of the…
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Sharing the best of the best from today and tomorrow’s Prime Day deals!   Hi friends! How are you? I hope you’re having a wonderful week so far! The kids are home from school for fall break, and while we’re staying in town, I’m definitely looking forward to some fun adventures. This week, we plan…
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Greens powders have received a lot of attention over the past few years. As the push for healthy eating continues, searching for the best greens powder supplement can quickly become a daunting task. Most greens powders have over 25 ingredients total, and they all offer different benefits. As a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), I am often asked about…
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Sharing a full recap of my first 21-day detox, how I felt, what I learned, and if I’d do it again. Check out my full review! I also created a freebie with 21 days of detox recipes if you’d like to download it (details below). Hi friends! How are you? I hope you had a…
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