Breaking Down E=ep^2: Peaking For Nationals & AO Finals

The E=ep^2 cycle will challenge you more mentally than it will physically but if you dial up your best effort every session, you are guaranteed to set new personal records!

Olympic WeightliftingDavid SpitzOctober 12, 2020E=ep^2, cal strength cycle, cal strength program, cal strength weightlifting program, weightlifting program, olympic weightlifting program, olympic lifting program, ao finals, usa weightlifting, cal strength, california strength, weightlifting, olympic weightliftingComment

Weightlifting 101: How To Make BAR CONTACT? (BEGINNER TO ADVANCED)

In this video we’re answering the question, where should the bar make contact (with the body) in the Snatch & Clean.

Will BODYBUILDING Make You A Better Weightlifter?

In this video, we’re giving you a license to become a JACKED weightlifter and reasons why bodybuilding and accessory exercises are critical for your long term success. If your weightlifting program doesn’t include accessory exercises that challenge you in a variety of strength training domains, you’re leaving serious gains on the table.

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How To Squat Properly: 3 TIPS To PR Your Back Squat

In this video we're sharing THREE of our best tips to help you squat properly which should lead to a PR Back Squat! At the end of this video are three of our favorite lower body accessory exercises you need to be doing for stronger legs… These are non-negotiable!

Dynamic vs. Static Start: Which Snatch Technique Is Right For YOU?

Should you use a Dynamic Start or a Static Start?

You may have the tendency to model your technique off of your favorite professional weightlifter but when it comes to YOUR technique, we need to use the start position that's best for your skill, experience and strength level.

In this video we break down the difference between the Dynamic and Static start and discuss the pros and cons of each technique.

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Carolyne Prevost Joins The Barbell WOD Team

We are proud to welcome Carolyne Prevost to the Barbell WOD Team! Carolyne finished in 12th place overall at the 2019 CrossFit Games and was crowned Canada’s fittest woman the same year.

She started CrossFit in 2013 and has quickly made a name for herself as one of the sport’s rising stars. She joins the Barbell WOD team from Toronto, Canada where she trains at her home gym CrossFit Colosseum. We couldn’t be more excited to work with Carolyne as we know she’ll be a force to be reckoned with for years to come!

Strength training, Community ContentScott EsparzaSeptember 8, 2020carolyne prevost, crossfit, crossfit games, crossfit games athlete, barbell wod, the barbell wodComment

Weightlifting Cycle Breakdown: Panther, Power & Performance (3P Panther)

Our new weightlifting cycle "Panther, Power and Performance" starts today! This is a variation of our famous 3P Cycle and we've suped it up for 2020 as a tribute to the late, great Chadwick Boseman. A man who embodied our philosophy of working everyday with love and gratitude.

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Athlete Interview: Olympic Weightlifter Maddison Pannell

California Strength athlete Maddison "Mad Dog" Pannell has been on the team for just over a year and continues to get better every day! Today we sat down with Maddi to talk about training, where she comes from and where she wants to go in the sport of weightlifting!

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[VIDEO] 9 Minute Guided Core Workout

Hitting a 9 minute core workout is hard enough but to do it alone is brutal. Hit play and get after it with us!

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3 Exercises To Improve Your Posture

Did you know that poor posture could have a negative impact on your training?

Fair to say that most of us spend a significant time hunched over our phones scrolling Instagram or working on a computer. Over time this can add up resulting in rounded shoulders, a slouched back and forward head posture that can lead to muscular imbalances and put you at increased risk for injury.

Luckily we’ve found a solution! Fix (and prevent) poor posture by including these exercises in your warm up or post training accessories.

Strength training, Mobility and Flexibility, IPARKelly WildAugust 14, 2020improve your posture, posture, poor posture, good posture, shoulder pain, rounded shoulders, spine Comments