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The Top Article of the Week

A Doctor's View of CrossFit -- Dr. John Rusin & Dr. Stuart McGill

 

The craze of Crossfit has divided opinion between many in our industry. There's no doubt that it has improved the popularity of weight lifting for the general population, however questions have been raised from a safety standpoint. The rep targets placed on these type of workouts have the potential to lead to a breakdown in technical form, which in turn increases risk of injury.

Dr. John Rusin and Dr. Stuart McGill discussed this matter at length, detailing the reasons for common injuries and offering suggestions for improvements which could lead to a safer sport.

 

General Health

How to Fix "Butt Wink" in the Squat -- Dean Somerset, thePTDC.com

Should You Workout If You're Already Sore? -- James Harris

The Ebb & Flow of a Strength & Conditioning Program -- Patrick Ward

8 Prehab-Rehab Exercises That Belong In Every Training Program -- Matthew Ibrahim

 

Bodybuilding

Does Light Load Training Build Muscle in Experienced Lifters? -- Brad Schoenfeld

Are Wide Grip Lat Pulldowns Best for a Wide Back? -- Nick Tumminello

How to Peak Right for Natural Bodybuilding -- Mike Samuels

Body Image - The Mirror Paradox -- Gregg Slater, Shredded By Science

"I Enjoy Chicken and Broccoli ... Because I Can Have Cheesecake for Dessert" -- Patricia Orozco, Healthy Living Heavy Lifting

 

Strength Training

The Definitive Guide to Strength Training Program Design -- Jordan Syatt

How to Measure and Improve Muscle Strength -- Justin Kompf, thePTDC.com

The New Approach to Training Volume -- Nathan Jones, Strength Theory

Proper Hip Thrust Technique: Head and Neck Position -- Ben Bruno, BretContreras.com

How I Cured My Squat Woes (so You Can Too) - Part 3 -- Tony Bonvechio

 

Fat Loss

If You Want To Lose Fat, and Keep It Off, Don't Fall For The Low-Carb Trap -- JC Deen

When "Just Lose More Fat" is Not the Answer -- Sohee Walsh

How to Stick to Your Diet -- Nia Shanks

Ask Roni: Does Dieting Work? -- Roni Noone

3 Mistakes I Made While Trying To Get Leaner! Don't Do Them! -- Ines Subashka

 

Nutrition

You Need Carbs! -- Harold Gibbons, Mark Fisher Fitness

21 Reasons to Eat Less Sugar That Have Nothing To Do With Losing Weight -- Holly Beilin, Greatist

5 Proven Health Benefits of Coffee -- Tara Senic