CrossFit Media Library

Why Intensity Is the One Thing You Can't Train Around

Published on June 6, 2026

Social media is full of fitness content, and most of it is steering you away from the single biggest factor in actually getting fitter. Intensity isn't glamorous, it doesn't film well, and it hurts — which is exactly why it keeps getting buried under fancier alternatives. But it's what works.

Let’s Talk About Practice

Published on June 3, 2026

Most athletes chase the clock, the load, and the score, and quietly skip the one thing that's most likely to break them through their next plateau. Deliberate practice isn't a rest day in disguise; it's how you unlock the fitness you already have the capacity for but haven't been able to access yet.

The Truth About Caffeine for CrossFit Athletes

Published on June 2, 2026

In this episode of the CrossFit Podcast, host Jocelyn Rylee sits down with sleep scientist and active duty Army neuroscientist Dr. Allison Brager to examine the relationship between caffeine, sleep, recovery, and performance.

Caffeine and Athletic Performance

Published on June 2, 2026

Caffeine is the crown jewel of athletes everywhere seeking a performance edge. But does the research support its anointed status when it comes to CrossFit workouts? Let's dive in.