For the first time in their nearly 20-year existence, the CrossFit Games will take place in the Lone Star State. Dickies Arena, located in Fort Worth, Texas, will host the 2024 CrossFit Games, according to a series of announcements delivered on Sept. 19, 2023. “Fort Worth is a proven destination for high-profile events, and we’re…
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August Book Recap – The Fitnessista
Sharing the books I read in August and if I’d recommend adding them to your collection! Hi friends! I hope that you’re enjoying the day so far. The Pilot was off work, so he took the kids to school while I caught a barre class, we enjoyed a coffee date, and lunch together. It was…
Hampton Morris (61KG) Sets Junior World Record with 168-Kilogram (370.4-Pound) Clean & Jerk at 2023 World Weightlifting Championships
Morris also broke a streak that lasted more than 50 years. Written by Chris Colucci Last updated on September 8, 2023 19-year old Hampton Morris has already made a name for himself as an Olympic weightlifter competing for Team USA. The young strength athlete has been a mainstay of the 61-kilogram (134.5-pound) Mens Junior division…
The Best Weight Plates to Buy for Home Gyms in 2023
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Weight plates are a foundational part of any top-tier home gym environment. If you compete in a strength sport such as powerlifting or Olympic lifting, they are essential for training. Even if you’re a casual lifter or beginner, you should have weight…
Early Icon of Feminine Muscularity, Pioneer of Women’s Bodybuilding Lisa Lyon Passes Away
Lyon broke barriers for women’s physiques. Written by Chris Colucci Last updated on September 10, 2023 In the 1970s, many women were still reluctant to lift weights due to its association with heavily muscled physiques. But in 1979, with her win at the very first International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB) women’s bodybuilding contest — the…
WNBF Pro Bodybuilder Alberto Núñez Builds Size in Offseason with Demanding Leg Day
After wrapping up 2022 with four contest appearances over an eight-week period, natural pro bodybuilder Alberto Núñez transitioned into a well-earned offseason. His competitive season began with a championship win at the 2022 World Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WNBF) Pro Universe in September and ended with fifth place at the the 2022 WNBF World Championships in…
Adapting and Thriving: An Interview with CrossFit Games Athlete Amy Bream
Many world-class competitors are die-hard athletes who dreamed about winning championship titles for years. Amy Bream isn’t one of them. A self-admitted “non-athlete” for the majority of her life, Bream spent her younger years studying music rather than playing sports. However, when circumstances unexpectedly aligned, she saw an opportunity to channel her competitive spirit into…
Jamal Browner Nearly Pulls 510 Kilograms (1,124 Pounds), Approaching Heaviest Deadlift of All Time
Browner continues to showcase his dominant pulling. Written by Chris Colucci Last updated on September 11, 2023 Jamal Browner has made a name for himself as a powerlifter collecting competitive victories and World Records, particularly showcasing his deadlift prowess. On Sept. 2, 2023, he explored the challenge of a new strength sport by competing at…
The Best Weighted Vest of 2023, According to Fitness Experts
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. A weighted vest can be an excellent solution if you want to elevate your fitness routine at home but don’t have the space or budget for multiple pieces of gym equipment. It can help you burn more calories, build muscle, improve your…
How Long Does Pre-Workout Last? Time Your Boost for Next-Level Performance
Any experienced gamer understands the idea of a power-up — an occasional bonus that gives a temporary benefit to help the player complete an objective. Whether it’s a mustachioed plumber who touches a star and turns invincible while a catchy jingle plays or a race car driving over a nitrous canister for high-speed support, power-ups…