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Unlock Your Squat Potential: How Stronger Abs Can Help You Lift More Weight

The squat is one of the most fundamental and effective compound exercises in any strength training routine. Whether you're a powerlifter, weightlifter, or simply someone looking to build a stronger lower body, improving your squat performance is crucia...

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We asked these athletes how sports has empowered them. Here's what they said.
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We asked these athletes how sports has empowered them. Here's what they said.

In case you hadn't heard yet, it's Women's History Month. Women are historically excluded from athletics, frequently compensated less than their male counterparts, or not encouraged as kids to participate in sports. We asked a handful of our female ambassadors and athletes ...

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Music & Weightlifting? Check out these PR Playlists, curated by C&K HQ.
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Music & Weightlifting? Check out these PR Playlists, curated by C&K HQ.

There are mixed opinions on whether music and weightlifting are a good match, but ultimately it all comes down to personal preference. Here at the C&K HQ, we went ahead and compiled some staff favorite PR songs and playlists for you to peruse and use at your discreti...

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Your Ultimate Guide to Caffeine Timing for Workout Performance & Recovery Optimization
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Your Ultimate Guide to Caffeine Timing for Workout Performance & Recovery Optimization

Do you know how to time your caffeine consumption to optimize your workout performance and recovery? If not, you’re about to find out.

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Shoulder Stability Exercises to Bulletproof Your Weightlifting
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Shoulder Stability Exercises to Bulletproof Your Weightlifting

We all agree shoulder stability is an important element of your warmup. That’s pretty cut and dry. But it is hard (near impossible) to commit to something without a plan or guidance. So, we’ve compiled a list of several shoulder stability movements you can use in your ow...

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C&K Stocking Stuffer Guide for an Active Lifestyle
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C&K Stocking Stuffer Guide for an Active Lifestyle

Getting ready to stuff those stockings? Need inspiration? Look no further. C&K gear is the perfect stocking stuffer for the athletes in your life. From CrossFit to Olympic weightlifting to strength training, here are some staples that your resident lifter is sure to ...

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The Unparalleled Health Benefits of Olympic Weightlifting
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The Unparalleled Health Benefits of Olympic Weightlifting

Olympic weightlifting is one of the oldest sports in the world, but it is not a sport for the weak of mind. There are endless ups and downs. Your performance will be fickle, workouts long, and progress slow. It’s as challenging mentally as it is physically. However, whil...

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10 Office Break Stretches for Weightlifters
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10 Office Break Stretches for Weightlifters

You work at a computer. You know the drill: tight neck, traps, hips, hamstrings….well, tight everything. But you don’t have to be tight! Here are 10 stretches you can implement NOW to keep your body feeling good that require nothing more than your body and...

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6 Ways CrossFit Makes Your Life Better
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6 Ways CrossFit Makes Your Life Better

So, what's all the hype with this CrossFit? Well, ask any CrossFitter and you'll be there all day. So we wrapped it up nice and tight for ya: here are SIX quick points about how CrossFit will improve you, your life, and the lives you touch.

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How Warm is Warm Enough? Why, What and How YOU Need to Warm Up.
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How Warm is Warm Enough? Why, What and How YOU Need to Warm Up.

When we skip or skimp the warmup, we put ourselves at risk of injury. Here’s some perspective for you: 8 minutes of warming up is a much shorter wait to work out than years of injury rehab. Here’s WHY, WHAT and HOW you should be doing your warmup.

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