Recently, there have been drastic changes to the CrossFit Games qualification process that directly affect each and every person who has aspirations not only to qualify for the Games, but even to participate in the Open. Moving forward there will be an elite or competitive division, as well as a scaled division. In years past everyone did the same workouts no matter the skill level, experience, or overall goals. The change is necessary and will lead to a more accurate way to crown the “fittest” as the sport continues to grow in participation, and as the abilities of the athletes increase.

At the beginning of a new year you dream big, write goals, make a plan of action and tell friends what you will accomplish. And then December arrives. Nothing has happened. Nothing has been accomplished. It’s disheartening to put only one check mark next to a list of 15 goals.

Many people struggle with overhead movements, including the jerk. Listed below are 3 crucial jerk assistance exercises that are often overlooked

Elbows bend, power ends! My coach used to preach this day in and day out. In Olympic weightlifting, bending your elbows prematurely on the pull can cause some unwanted effects on positioning and movement of the bar

There is a two-point answer to this question. It is good practice to keep the hook grip whenever snatching or cleaning a weight. However, very rarely, it may not be the best choice.

Touch-and-go has brought a new dimension to Olympic lifting. Many times the weight is light enough for the athlete to control easily and the focus is on speed. The three factors we will look at while addressing this issue are efficiency, speed and technique.