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How to find the perfect hook grip tape

If you regularly practice weightlifting, CrossFit, or other sports where the hook grip is used, you know that hook grip tape is an indispensable tool and part of the standard equipment for many ath...

Why are Cheater Grips essential in CrossFit?

In recent years, Crossfit has evolved from a niche sport into a global movement. This type of training combines functional movements performed at high intensity and challenges athletes both physica...

Why is CrossFit so expensive? Costs and whether it is worth it

Crossfit is known for its effective workouts and strong community. Interest is usually piqued quickly. However, many people wonder: Why do you have to pay so much for Crossfit and what do I get in ...

Why is the Daumendreher Hook Grip Tape the way it is

As an avid CrossFitter, I know firsthand how important good hook grip tape is. After many disappointments in my search for the perfect tape, I decided to develop my own product and offer it in my o...

What is in a CrossFit athlete's gym bag?

Crossfit is a very versatile form of training that combines different disciplines such as weightlifting, gymnastics, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT). To be successful in this sport, a c...

Optimal weightlifting training with blocks

Weightlifting is a demanding sport that combines technique and precision. Beyond the barbell and plates, blocks are an indispensable tool in a weightlifter's training. They allow athletes to train ...

What are the advantages of weightlifting shoes and how do you find the right model for you?

If you are serious about weightlifting, you know that the right equipment can make a big difference. This also includes the right shoes. Weightlifting shoes are specifically designed to maximize yo...

How does the Valsalva maneuver work?

The Valsalva maneuver is a technique used in various medical and athletic contexts. Although often employed by weightlifters and athletes to stabilize the core, it also has important medical applic...

The purpose and function of weightlifting belts

Both weightlifting and CrossFit involve moving some very heavy weights. Whether this is the case during the snatch, the clean & jerk, or simply in basic exercises like deadlifts or squats. This...

The world of weightlifting: Key terms and their meanings

Olympic weightlifting is a fascinating sport that requires both strength and technique. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced athlete, understanding the key terms in weightlifting and traini...

Which shoes are the right ones for a CrossFit workout?

Crossfit workouts are very versatile and sometimes extremely demanding, incorporating a mix of weightlifting, gymnastics, endurance training, and functional movements. This versatility applies not ...

Weight classes and scoring systems in Olympic weightlifting

Olympic weightlifting is a fascinating sport that combines strength, technique, and discipline. However, why the person who lifts the most doesn't always win is sometimes not quite easy to understa...

The world of CrossFit: The most important terms and their meanings

Crossfit has developed into one of the most popular training movements worldwide in recent years. With its high-intensity, varied workouts and a strong community of dedicated athletes, Crossfit att...

Hero WODs in CrossFit: Workouts, List & Murph

Hero WODs are a very special category of workouts in CrossFit. They are not just extremely demanding, but also carry a deeper meaning. Each of these workouts is dedicated to a fallen soldier, polic...

What is there to know about the weight plates in Olympic weightlifting?

Weightlifting is an effective method for building strength, endurance, and muscle mass. An often overlooked but crucial aspect of weightlifting is correctly layering the weight plates on the barbel...

The versatile use of hook grip tape in CrossFit: More than just for weightlifting

In the CrossFit community, hook grip tape has long since ceased to be an insider tip, becoming instead an essential tool for boosting performance and preventing injuries. While many primarily assoc...

What are the CrossFit Games

The CrossFit Games are a global fitness sports event by the CrossFit brand. It is also considered the world championship of the sport of the same name. The goal is to find the fittest athletes in t...

What is CrossFit and why is it so effective

Crossfit is a training philosophy that has gained global popularity in recent years. Strictly speaking, Crossfit is a company that operates a licensing business under the Crossfit brand, and the sp...

The world of barbells in CrossFit

If you regularly engage in strength training, you have surely trained with many different barbells. But have you ever wondered why they feel different? Or why there are so many different versions? ...

Tape for the thumb in weightlifting and CrossFit

Crossfit is a demanding sport that expects everything from you – strength, endurance, and technique. A stable grip is extremely important, especially in weightlifting. This is where the hook grip c...

The hook grip: Your new best friend for lifting

In weightlifting or CrossFit, a stable grip is essential. It can make the difference between a successful lift and a lost attempt. The hook grip is a proven technique that helps you lift heavy weig...