Grip strength can make or break your success in Olympic weightlifting. While lifting straps are great for taking the load off your forearms during training sessions, competition day demands pure hand strength. This is where lifters rely on the hook grip. This specialized grip technique prevents your hand from opening up, ensuring the barbell doesn’t roll out of your fingers.
Looking to adjust your jump rope length but not sure how long it should be? A poorly adjusted rope will completely kill your flow: if it’s too long, it drags and slows you down. If it’s too short, you’ll constantly catch your feet and end up with red welts on your calves.
In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show you exactly how to size your jump rope correctly—whether you’re a complete beginner or fine-tuning your setup for unbroken double unders.
Are lifting belts beneficial or do they just weaken your back? Learn how to achieve maximum stability using the correct breathing technique (Valsalva maneuver) and how to properly fit your belt in 5 simple steps. Read now and take your training to the next level!
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, NIKE is re-releasing the Metcon 1 in its iconic “Banned” colorway. Michael Jordan originally made the black and red design famous in 1985, when the NBA banned his Air Jordan 1. In 2015, NIKE used the design for its “Don’t Ban Our Shoe. Beat Our Shoe.” marketing campaign 2015, after the Metcon 1 was “banned” from the CrossFit Games due to exclusive Reebok sponsorship.
Choosing the right shoes is essential in strength training. Three basic areas play a role
In October 2020 Tom Lüttge had the idea to develop his own tape, shortly after that he held it in his hands for the first time. Tommy’s Tape is now known in the CrossFit community around Germany and supports top athletes in their workouts, but the 31-year-old could not have imagined that almost two years ago.
Since 2010, 2POOD has been providing the functional fitness community with high-quality products. And it became mainly known for its belts. This stylish accessory offers 100 percent safety for crossfitters as well as weightlifters and powerlifters.
Whether, CrossFit boxes, gyms, personal trainers, businesses or even the fire department – anyone who needs fitness equipment will find it at Hold Strong.
Since 2018, the supplements of Heart and Barbell can be found on the market. Benedict Regenstein, the founder of Heart and Barbell, has made it his mission to provide athletes with the optimal supplements.
I can’t do anything without tape. Sounds sad – but it is. Tape not only provides more grip on the barbell but also protects the inside of my thumb from nasty blisters.
