There’s a new deadlift mountain to climb for strength sports athletes everywhere. Krzysztof “Mr. Deadlift” Wierzbicki deadlifted an astonishing 502.5 kilograms (1,107 pounds) during a training session. As a result, the Polish powerlifter now possesses the heaviest filmed deadlift in history. Check out the historic feat below, captured from one of Wierzbicki’s recent Instagram stories … Read more
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A professional strength sports athlete deadlifting 600-plus pounds will almost always be noteworthy. When that person’s a teenager who still has to get their parent/guardian’s signature on school permission slips, the entire community will be on notice. On April 25, 2022, 15-year-old Morgan Nicholls recorded a video of himself crushing a 274.3-kilogram deadlift (605-pound) during … Read more
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Not sure how to balance your plate or what a balanced and nutritionally-dense day of eats looks like? Here are some ideas from a Registered Dietitian.  Hi friends! Hope you’re having a wonderful morning! I’m off to the girls’ school for a couple of hours, catching a workout, and then putting the final touches on…
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Fitbit is celebrating the voices of people of color with a brand new monthly profile series. Our first subject is inspired podcast host and founder of the community wellness hub known as Balanced Black Girl.
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Hiring a personal trainer can accelerate your goals and get you results faster than doing it yourself. But where to start? These tips will help you find a trainer who is a great fit for your needs.
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Hiring a personal trainer can accelerate your goals and get you results faster than doing it yourself. But where to start? These tips will help you find a trainer who is a great fit for your needs.
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On April 24, 2022, Danny Grigsby deadlifted 437.2 kilograms (964 pounds) for two reps during training. The mark is the latest in a growing line of a recent deadlift progression for the powerlifter. Check out the staggering deadlift double below, courtesy of Grigsby’s Instagram profile:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared … Read more
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If you plan on being in the gym long-term, you need to avoid beating up your joints. The shoulders, in particular, can be tough to train intensely without excessive wear and tear. Fortunately, the lateral raise can be a very effective way to build the shoulders without attacking the joints. Beyond joint-friendly training, if you … Read more
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Olympian weightlifters are consistently some of the world’s strongest athletes. With her latest staggering feat in training, Katherine Nye is no exception. On April 22, 2022, the Team USA weightlifter — who competes in the 76-kilogram weight class — logged a new personal record when she squatted 186 kilograms (410 pounds). Check out the stellar … Read more
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