CrossFit Vitamins

7 Key Vitamins And Minerals Every CrossFitter Should Be Taking For Overall Health And Wellness

It’s unfortunate that we live in a society that is overfed, yet undernourished. The fact of the matter, is that we just don’t get enough of the vital vitamins and minerals from the foods we eat, to adequately function and operate at an optimal level. So what vitamins should you take, so that you ensure you’re getting the critical nutrients you need to live a healthy well-balanced life and compete at an elite level? Below you’ll find our recommendations for the best vitamins and minerals every crossfitter should be taking.
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healthy pasta alternatives

Healthy Pasta: 6 Healthy Pasta Alternatives To Help You Get Your Pasta Fix

For the past several years, popular dieting trends have placed carbohydrates on a hit list, and pasta, in all its magical forms; angel hair, farfalle, penne, and fettuccine are going to be the first to be ‘offed’. The key however isn’t getting rid of carbohydrates, but finding healthy alternatives. With increasing evidence showing the negative effects of refined carbohydrates on health, new and improved, healthier pasta options are being created to satisfy your pasta cravings
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Complete vs. Incomplete Proteins: What They Are and Why They Matter

Complete vs. Incomplete Proteins: What They Are and Why They Matter

When you hear the phrase complete vs. incomplete protein, it’s simply referring to a foods amino acid profile. Most people know, that protein plays a critical role, in building and rebuilding lean muscle mass through the process of protein synthesis. However, far less is known in regards to the variety of different proteins, and the potential benefits of consuming complete vs. incomplete proteins
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what causes bloating

How To Get Rid Of Bloating: 5 Super Simple Steps To Get Rid Of Stomach Bloat

Awful. Being bloated is, awful. It makes you uncomfortable, frustrated, upset, and can really put a dent in your confidence. It makes you feel unattractive and distressed because no matter what you do, no matter what you eat, you always feel bloated. One minute you’re feeling great, the next you feel like a whale. The question is, why are you so bloated? And how do you get rid of stomach bloating fast, so that you can get back to feeling great?
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Ankle Mobility - Swolverine

Ankle Mobility: Why It Matters and How to Improve It

Do you struggle with ankle mobility? Ankle mobility begins with much more than a calf stretch. Ankle mobility is the foundation of so many functional movements we do inside and out of the gym. Think about some of the most basic movements like walking. Walking requires at least 10 degrees of functional dorsiflexion, while stair climbing another basic movement requires 20-25 degrees. In light of these facts, ankle mobility is absolutely essential for optimizing athletic performance.
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Benefits of MCT Oil - Swolverine

The Complete Guide On MCT Oil: Benefits, Uses, Side Effects

MCT Oil is currently all the rage and for good reason. MCT Oil is a great source of healthy fats and marketed as a clean and ‘natural’ fuel source for your brain and body. Supplementing with MCT oil could potentially provide you with some uplifting health benefits; power your performance, and enrich your diet.
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How To Burn Body Fat - Swolverine

How To Burn Body Fat In 5 Easy Steps

I’m going to go out on a limb here and say that if you’re reading this you could probably lose a few lbs. Before we jump in to how to lose body fat and keep it off for good though, I have a question for you. Is this the first time you’ve ever tried to get fit? If you’re like most people, the answer to that question is a resounding hell no! 
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toes to bar

Toes To Bar: 6 Easy Progressions To Improve Your Toes To Bar So You Can Smoke The Competition

Toes to bar can either be your best friend or your worst enemy. There’s nothing more frustrating than struggling with this movement when you can perform every other gymnastic movement in your WOD effortlessly. It becomes even more soul-crushing, when your box mates can throw up their toes to the bar no problem without even trying, and you have to play catch up the entire time during your WOD.
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