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At 49, He's Still Winning The CrossFit Games – The Daily Routine That Keeps Him Fitter Than Men Half His Age

Plus: The 8 Best Abs Exercises of All Time

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At 49, He's Still Winning The CrossFit Games – The Daily Routine That Keeps Him Fitter Than Men Half His Age

What does it take to win the CrossFit Games at 49? Jason Grubb breaks it down—step by step.

From early morning ice baths and Zone 2 cardio to red-line strength sessions and nighttime collagen, every part of his day is engineered for peak performance.

His disciplined routine balances smart training, recovery, and family life—all while chasing another championship title.

If you’ve ever wondered how elite athletes stay at the top in their 40s, Grubb’s daily habits offer the blueprint.

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The Minimalist System

Strength Coach Eugene Teo’s Proven Minimalist System Uses 1 Hard Set, 1 Smart Exercise per Pattern, and Under 2 Hours Weekly to Build Real Strength

In a fitness world obsessed with "more," minimalist strength training offers a smarter path: fewer exercises, fewer sets, but greater results.

Strength coach Eugene Teo explains how focusing on the essentials — with just two high-effort workouts per week — can build muscle, improve mobility, and boost endurance without draining your time or energy.

Discover the five core pillars behind this efficient method and why less truly can be more when it’s done right.

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Terry Crews Hasn’t Changed His Workout in 20 Years (And Eats Cake Most Nights). See How He Stays Ripped at 55

Best Abs Exercises

[Study] The 8 Best Abs Exercises of All Time, According to Science and EMG Data (Also, Ditch these 5)

Not all ab exercises are created equal—and some are downright useless.

This deep dive analyzes dozens of movements using EMG data to reveal the 8 most effective core exercises for real muscle activation—and the 5 you should probably ditch.

You'll also find expert tips on form, variety, and consistency, plus key insights on how diet ties into ab development.

If you want smarter, science-backed training, this is your roadmap.

PS: If you want to drop your dad bod in only 90 minutes per week, check these fitness hacks 

Stay fit,

Julien Raby