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Chocolate Orange Sweet Potato Brownies
If you're looking for a mid-week treat that won't throw you completely off the wagon, you're in luck with today's blog post! For those of you with a sweet tooth, these brownies will satisfy your sugar cravings, whilst providing you with plenty of nutrients at the same time. What's not to love? They're also paleo-friendly, gluten and dairy-free, so suit most dietary requirements.
The Arnold Classic World Championships – Joanna’s Story.
Kitbox athlete Joanna Montgomery recently competed at the Arnold Classic World Championships in Ohio. It’s the holy grail of Strongman (and Strongwoman!) competitions worldwide, named after Mr Schwarznagger himself! Today, Joanna shares her first experience of Strongwoman on the world stage:
5 Tips to Progress Your Handstand
Do you feel like you've been working towards a freestanding handstand for years, but seem to be getting nowhere fast? The handstand is one of the most coveted skills in the box, but can also be one of the most difficult to master. If you're ready to take your gymnastics skills to the next level, spend some time working on these activities:
OTB is back!
We are going back to the Peaks for a day of mountains, lifting, WODs and fun. Speak to anyone who has been on one of our adventures previously and they will tell you what a great day out it is, combining our love for CrossFit and transporting it up a mountain to provide a truly unique experience.
Meridian Regionals: The British Are Coming
After an exciting weekend, this year's round of Regionals is over - and what a successful year it turned out to be for the UK and Europe! Not only is it the first time a British male has made it to the CrossFit Games since Jamie Crichton's appearance in 2009, but this time TWO British male individuals will be there!
Meridian Regionals 2015: Who to Watch
This weekend, the first ever Meridian Regional is taking place at the Ballerup Arena in Copenhagen . This new region combines Europe and Africa, making the event more competitive than ever before. Plenty of UK athletes are currently making their way to Denmark, ready to fight for the chance to win a spot at the CrossFit Games in July. Here are our top picks for the weekend:
3 Signs You're Not Mobile Enough
Mobility is one of the biggest crazes to hit the world of functional fitness, and it's easy to dismiss the hype as 'just another fad'. An effective mobility routine doesn't take much time, but it can dramatically improve your health and performance. Here are three signs you need to spend more time on your mobility:
Sam Briggs is Back!
Last weekend saw the return of Sam Briggs to the CrossFit Games' Regionals, following last year's dramatic exit from the competition in Copenhagen. This year, she's moved across to the Atlantic region in the USA. Despite having more spots available than last year's European region, qualifying for the Games is no easy task
8 Types of People You'll Find in the Box
The beauty of training at your local box, rather than a conventional gym, is that you'll get to train with many different types of people. Unlike the CrossFit Games, your box will be filled with athletes of varying abilities, commitment levels and personalities. Here are 8 types of people you'll usually find there:
How to Prepare for Your First Competition
This year’s spring Rainhill Trials are fast approaching, with many of you looking forward to your first ever competition. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when preparing for a competition, especially if you’ve never done it before, so we put together a few tips to get you started
Darren Freeman's Road to the Masters
The CrossFit Games masters' qualifiers took place last month, leaving the rest of us in awe at the incredible skills, strength and fitness on display. We caught up with Darren Freeman, co-owner and head coach at Train Manchester, to find out all about his journey to the masters. Here's what he had to say:
5 Ways to Improve Your Deadlift
When it comes to fitness, you don’t get anything more functional than the deadlift. It’s a powerful movement, with endless benefits, but many people struggle to make any real progress. Here are five ways you can improve your deadlift:
