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Should I use FTP Training for CrossFit: Free FTP Program
Benefits of FTP Training for CrossFit: Why It's Worth Incorporating into Your Routine I have been a CrossFit athlete for several years, and I have always been looking for ways to improve my performance. Recently, I discovered the benefits of FTP training for CrossFit, and it has made a significant difference in my training routine. FTP, or Functional Threshold Power, is a measure of the highest power output that an athlete can sustain for an extended period. The FTP training program is designed to help CrossFit athletes improve their endurance, strength, and overall performance. The program involves a series of...
One simple thing that will immediately improve your Weightlifting!
When we look at both the Snatch and the Clean & Jerk, it is immediately obvious that these lifts aren’t simply a display of strength. If we compare the Snatch for example to a max weight sled push, the former requires many more elements to execute it effectively. Whilst overall strength is a massive contributing factor to being able to move substantial loads, it is not the only factor, and more often than not with beginner/intermediate lifters and CrossFitters, it isn’t actually the limiting factor. You can improve your Back Squat and Deadlift as much as you like, but if...
CrossFit Without Equipment: Workouts You Can Do At Home
Sometimes, making it to the gym every day for your CrossFit workout might seem an unachievable feat. However, this unwillingness is no excuse to miss your WOD. While a typical CrossFit workout involves lots of equipment, performing these exercises at home is easier than you think. On top of that, you won’t miss the fast-paced, calorie-burning impact of your WOD at home, given you do everything right. This article provides a brief overview of some CrossFit exercises that you can do at home. *Disclaimer - Please note ICON Nutrition is in not affiliated to or endorsed by CrossFit Inc. Views...
High-Intensity Power Training Workouts
High-intensity power training (HIPT) remains an unclear subject due to being a relatively new concept for most people across the globe. There are only a couple of research-based articles available about HIPT. This lack of information makes the HIPT training program hard to differentiate from high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to help fitness enthusiasts and trainers develop effective HIPT workouts. What Makes HIPT Workout Different From HIIT? The word POWER in high-intensity power training manifests an entirely different dimension of high-intensity training workouts. A typical HIPT challenges and promotes the development of the...