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5 Of The Best Kettlebells To Buy In 2021
Kettlebells are in high demand with the whole of the UK now back in lockdown. The prices of home gym equipment have soared and many items are once again out of stock. But there is still some availability of kettlebells,...
Former CrossFit Masters Champ On How To Train Smart In Your 50s
Training as a masters athlete becomes complicated by old injuries, scar tissue and a body that doesn’t recover as quickly. Taking a smart approach to scheduling is imperative, as is taking care of the little things around workouts like nutrition....
Supplementing With L-theanine: What Are The Benefits?
L-theanine is a popular supplement with many claimed benefits that can be bought in the majority of health stores. It’s an amino acid found in most types of tea and some mushrooms but is often sold as a tablet or...
Powerlifter Heather Connor Lifts 200kg At 45kg Body Weight
Female powerlifter Heather Connor may be slight in size but she deadlifted a phenomenal 200kg on New Year’s Eve - that’s more than four times her bodyweight. The American confirmed she weighed just 45.6kg on the day of the lift...
“Hardest Thing I’ve Ever Done” - Sam Briggs Completes 100km Challenge For Charity
Sam Briggs pushed herself through agonising pain when she fought off the fittest athletes in the world to win the 2013 CrossFit Games, but she’s described her recent achievement of rowing and running 100km as the hardest thing she’s ever...
4 Of The Most Effective Nootropic Supplements
Athletes lead demanding lifestyles, so gaining mental boosts where possible can be invaluable. Nootropics - natural or synthetic substances which can improve focus, memory and energy levels - can be used with considerable effect.But with a host of options available...
8 Of The Best Pre-Workout Supplements
If you often find yourself feeling lethargic or low on energy before a session, pre-workout supplements can offer a much-needed boost.By helping you feel at your best, they can improve performance which leads to greater improvements. But with no shortage...
CrossFit Open Set For March - 2021 Season Schedule Revealed
The CrossFit Open will start on March 11th and last for three weeks, the sport’s official website has announced alongside the full dates for the 2021 season.A new Quarterfinal stage will be introduced, offering around 10 per cent of athletes...
5 Ways To Set Yourself Up For Fitness Gains In 2021
A new calendar year is a signpost for many athletes to reflect on what they achieved over the last 12 months and think ahead to what they want to do in 2021.It’s easy to set new lofty ambitions, but the...