In weightlifting, most lifters perform isometric variations of movements. They perform these isometrics many times with weights far heavier than they can actually lift in the normal variation. Isometric holds can be used to overload the system and prepare the body for the stimulus of a heavier weight.

We love having so many Brutes doing our bulletproof programs, the most common question we get is "how do I know when to stop?"

Having trouble reaching full extension during your lifts? Many crossfitters suffer from this problem, not reaching full triple extension. There is a very good reason for this.

Back pain is a very complex and abundantly unwelcome but present part of training and sport.

"I can deadlift 500# but 225# for 20 blows my back up." Have you said this? Or what about this - "A workout with light snatches, wall balls, and burpees would have my back in spasm".?

How many times have you heard a coach say, “Shift back on your heels?” Coaches use this cue as the athlete passes the knee with the barbell on a clean or snatch.