Form + Movement

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Is rock climbing a good sport to lose weight? How to burn calories, get stronger, and have fun losing a few pounds!

If the treadmill is feeling tedious and your motivation to lift weights is waning, you might be feeling like an adventure-filled sport to add some excitement. You have friends who rock climb, and start to wonder…is rock climbing a good sport to lose weight? With a calorie burn of 500-900 per hour – depending on …

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Why can’t I do a push up female? How to master the move and look good doing it

I’ve always looked at the cute chicks in my CrossFit box banging out 10-15 push ups, “chest to deck,” and felt two warring emotions: cheerleader-esque support (YOU GO, GIRL!) and total jealousy. They make it look SO EASY. And they aren’t easy. I ask to myself, “Why can’t I do a push up, female?” Push …

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Lunge variations for glutes: reverse lunge, walking lunge, side lunge – and how they can give you the booty of your dreams

Lunges are all about strength and stability. They challenge your balance, they fire your core, and they work many of your major muscle groups, especially in your lower body. Lunge variations for glutes are everywhere – reverse lunge, walking lunge, curtsy lunge, the list goes on and on. Plus – add in a dumbbell in …

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Deadlift dumbell: The lesser known deadlift version with variations to keep you from getting bored

Dumbbell deadlifts can be underrated, especially in a CrossFit gym where there are barbells and plates lying around. But a barbell deadlift isn’t always best, even if you’re able to lift heavier weight that way. A dumbbell deadlift set can provide a little variety to your daily workout routine and add some challenge for your …

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Flat Stomach Beginner Ab Workout: Belly Workouts that Work

Flat stomach workouts are easier to write than they are to actually implement. And why is that? Because body fat or “belly flot” is notoriously hard to lose, especially for women. I myself have struggled with my stomach area my entire life – and I mean from childhood on (thanks, evil ‘90s beauty culture). Three …

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  • Short answer: Yes. The dead hang exercise is a small but mighty one – often overlooked in favor of more exciting moves (triple-lunge-backflip-cartwheels, anyone?). If you want to increase your grip and core strength, shoulder mobility, and enjoy some spinal decompression, they are a great addition to your workout routine. If you want to increase …

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