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Staying Erect


We all know at this point that we need to maintain lumbar extension during the squat and during pulls… and pretty much during most physical act... Continue reading
Plandomization


Periodization has become a bad word in CrossFit Land. My optimistic view on this phenomenon is that it’s due simply to widespread misunderstandi... Continue reading
Jerk Blocks


Jerk blocks are a somewhat mythical piece of equipment—their numbers are extremely small and there appears to be a constant search for plans to ... Continue reading
The Olympic Lift Starting Position


The starting position (and first pull by relation) is a topic that has attracted a considerable degree of confusion, skepticism and attitude within th... Continue reading
The New Digs: Catalyst Athletics


New Facility I’m fortunate enough to have made many mistakes in terms of equipment and facility details previously at NorCal Strength & C... Continue reading
The Prodigal Chain


This is a historic issue for the Performance Menu—as far as I can recall, this is its first biblical allusion. This of course has nothing to do ... Continue reading
Attitude Adjustment


I do my best to fly under the radar (phrase and advice supplied by Eva T years ago)—to do my thing, do it as well as I can, and let the rest sli... Continue reading
The Pull-up


The pull-up is arguably the most valuable exercise performed without a barbell. Its applications span sports and disciplines, and its variations are n... Continue reading
Training for the CrossFit Games: Part 1


My best client of all time (by best I mean does what I tell him to, works his ass off, doesn’t complain, and shuts up when he’s supposed t... Continue reading
The Snatch Overhead Position


The overhead position of the arms and bar in the snatch, as it will be in the jerk, is critical for successful lifting. In preparation for receiving a... Continue reading
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