Differences Between Olympic and Standard Barbells
Though they are both barbells, there is a difference between the standard type and Olympic type. Some confuse the two or assume they’re the same. Let’s take a closer look. The best personal trainers in Raleigh can be found at CrossFit Invoke. Drop in or click here to learn more. For reference, barbells are metal […]
Can Ankle Weights Help You Jump Higher?
Ankle weights are used for a variety of reasons during workout sessions. They’re great for adding resistance to the lower body and they help your body work harder overall during a workout. However, they don’t often help in terms of conditioning the body to jump higher. On one hand, you’ll condition your ability to jump […]
Squats or Lunges, Which Exercise Is Better for Sculpting?
Looking to build leg muscle? Squats and lunges will be your friend. However, if you’re looking to do some sculpting, there may be a better choice between the two. Are squats or lunges better for sculpting? We have the answers for you below! All Raleigh CrossFit gyms are not the same. CrossFit Invoke is the […]
The Best Exercises for Bad Hips
Looking for exercises to help a bad hip? We’ve got them for you! Below you’ll find some great examples. Searching for the best CrossFit gym Raleigh NC has to offer? CrossFit Invoke can help you. Get started today. Rollerblading can be a great lateral exercise that helps strengthen muscles and avoid imbalances. Slide boards are […]
More Workout Mistakes That Cause Hip Pain
Welcome back! We are here to talk more about the workouts that might be causing you hip pain. Most of the time, improper form and overdoing it are the main mistakes made during exercise. Here, you’ll find tips that can help you correct your mistakes so that you can be painfree! Looking for the best […]
Workout Mistakes That Cause Hip Pain
Exercise is important in an overall healthy lifestyle. However, there are a few mistakes you can make during your workout that will cause hip pain. Here we will discuss some of the most common mistakes that can be made that will cause pain in the hips. For those who are already suffering from hip pain […]
More Great Rainy Day Exercises
We are back with more options for your rainy day workout. You might not feel like getting out in the rain and that’s okay. These exercises will get you going and feeling accomplished despite the weather! If you’re searching for the best Raleigh NC gym for CrossFit, get started with Invoke today. Click here. If […]
Best Rainy Day Indoor Exercises
Not a fan of running in the rain? Don’t worry, we have several workouts you can do inside on days when rain takes over. There’s no need to skip your exercise for the day just because of rain. The options below will get your heart rate going and help you work on strength building. Even […]
Should You Train in the Rain?
On a rainy day, your question may be, “to run or not to run?” It’s easy to stay indoors for a rainy day but it might be beneficial to get out in the rain and run instead of skipping it. If you need a personal trainer in Raleigh in 2019, CrossFit Invoke can and will […]
Benefits of CrossFit for Runners, continued
Runners often struggle with other kinds of workouts to help with their strength training. Believe it or not, CrossFit is a great workout to try! If you’re unfamiliar with WODs it might be a good idea to work with a personal trainer for a while to help you get used to it. There are also […]
