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  • An Argument for Weighted Carries – aka Farmers Walk

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    Jason Colley does a great job of breaking down the argument for including weighted carries in your workout program. The benefits are true for any athlete at any fitness level. And sandbags are a great way to accomplish this loading. https://www.elitefts.com/education/loaded-carries-for-improved-body-position-and-health/

  • Brute Force REDWOD – 26 Jan

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    Another great #REDWOD from @bruteforcesandbags! Let us know how you did in the comments. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Strike Labs, LLC (@strikelabs)

  • Xercise v4.13 Live on the Play Store

    Xercise v4.13 Live on the Play Store

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    This release updates the Timer and Tabata screen to a more streamlined design.  It also adds a “Duplicate WOD” feature to the workout log.  Finally, there are a few bug fixes.  Let me know what you think in the comments.

  • Functional Warm-up

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    If you are searching for a great warm-up before your workout, I highly recommend the Cal Poly Hip Flow. Not only is it a great warmup, it also unlocks your hips for a better range of motion during your workout! Check out the article with video below: https://breakingmuscle.com/fitness/get-ready-for-full-throttle-the-cal-poly-hip-flow

  • Sandbag WOD – Week 2

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    Second week #ULOO workout. 3 Rounds: 1 min Each Exercise, 1 min Rest Between Rounds: Bent Over Rows Squats Push-ups Burpees Recommended Weights (Male/Female): RX 50/30 lbs Intermediate 30/20 lbs Beginner 20/10 lbs For this workout, complete one minute of bent over rows, then move immediately to body weight squats with no rest, same for…

  • 2 of Clubs

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    Complete the 2 of Clubs Workout, then: Deadlift 5-5-5-5 @ 75% of 1RM Post time and sandbag weight to comments

  • Brute Force Training REDWOD

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    A great way to remember those deployed from Brute Force Training! #REDWOD 1.19.18 Read why and do the workout . . . 3 Rounds = 12 Minutes Minute 1: 21 Front Squats Minute 2: 15 Swing Squats Minute 3: 1 Round of DT (12 deadlifts, 9 Hang Power Cleans, 6 Push Press) Minute 4: 100…

  • Sandbags: How to Get One

    Sandbags: How to Get One

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    You are ready to begin Unstable Load/Odd Object training.  The best place to start is to obtain a sandbag.  You can do the vast majority of your training with this one piece of equipment. We will start on the inexpensive/low quality end of the spectrum and move up in quality and price.  Perhaps the cheapest way…

  • iXercise v3.0 is Live!

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    iXercise v3. 0 is now live on the Apple App Store! New color theme and updated icons, multiple bug fixes and iOS 11 compatible.  Download it today!

  • iXercise Update – Submitted for Review

    iXercise Update – Submitted for Review

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    iXercise has been sent to the Apple App Store for review.  If all goes well, it should be available for purchase/update in a week!  This update includes iOS 11 compatibility as well as new flat icons and updated colors!