One of the most common messages I receive from readers is, “how can I strengthen my knees for running?” Fortunately, there are a lot of things we can do to prepare our knees for running. Along with a proper stretching routine one of the best ways to prevent knee pain and injury is through strengthening…
Two incredibly popular bodyweight movements that should be in any strength training bag of tricks. Today we are going to be looking at step ups vs lunges. And while there are a few articles on this topic floating around the web. They don’t really go into the differences between the two lifts and the advantages…
How to get faster running uphill? It’s an age-old question for runners. Especially those that don’t have easy access to elevation. Living in Georgia myself, we have what I like to call “hills” to train on. But nothing that will truly prepare you for some of the tougher trails that are out there. Enter my…
If you’re looking for a great home workout using equipment that won’t take up too much room, then you have undoubtedly heard of TRX straps (or suspension trainers). The straps that can be hung from a door or your ceiling have been around for years now with many trainers in the fitness industry incorporating them…
Most runners understand the benefits core strength can have on their running. But for many, core work means a heavy focus on abs. While only occasionally working on strengthening their lower back. This ab focused training can often lead to muscle imbalances. And when combined with prolonged sitting (especially at work) can lead problems later…
It’s been almost 20 years since Crossfit first introduced it’s classic “Girls” benchmark workouts of the day (WOD’s) back in 2003. The now iconic list of seven workouts became the go to workouts many athletes used as the universal standard to compare their fitness to other athletes. And now Crossfit, under new ownership and management…
A fixture in the Crossfit community, completing the Hero workout of the day (WOD) Murph has become a right of passage for many in the functional fitness community. From celebrities like the Rock challenging John Krazincsy to soldiers serving overseas. This workout has become a Memorial Day tradition for many. All looking to honor the…
If you want to get faster, you have to run faster. But pushing yourself to that extra level can be difficult and is much easier if you have a guide to follow. Below are some of my favorite running workouts for speed that will make you a faster runner. You will notice that many are…
Always on the lookout for ways to keep training fresh while taking on new fitness challenges. This hill running workout is meant to push even the most accomplished runner to their limits. And if you’re a beginner looking to build your leg strength this is the perfect place for you to start. Allowing you retest…
In search of a new fitness challenge? Then the 100 pushup challenge – 100 push us a day for 30 days is a great way to get yourself motivated with a workout you can do anywhere. As with the 30 day, 300 kettlebell swing challenge I’d be doing this one with a friend. This is…