crossfit
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Stop Worrying About Whether Fitness Influencers Are on Steroids
The best and the worst thing about social media is that it lets us compare ourselves to others. When it comes to athletes and fitness influencers, those comparisons can inspire us. But what happens when somebody tells you you’re a fool for idolizing (fill in any name here), because they’re obviously on steroids? Does that…
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11 Beginner-Friendly Exercises to Do With Kettlebells
Want to add some kettlebell exercises to your routine, but aren’t sure where to start? Here are 11 mostly beginner-friendly moves you can do with those kettlebells that are lurking in the corner of your gym, or with a bell you might have at home. We’ll start with the more accessible stuff, and get into…
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What It Actually Means to ‘Tone’ Your Muscles
The word “toning” is something of a joke in many fitness circles, because it’s a word that’s thrown around when people mean other things. Sometimes it’s a code word for being thin, as when somebody may promise you that a workout will tone your muscles rather than making you bulky. Other times it’s a moneymaking…
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Which Direction Do You Face in the Squat Rack?
There’s a right and a wrong direction to face when you’re squatting.