THIRST: Bringing Quality, Service, and Integrity to Terre Haute
Anyone who walks into the Terre Haute, Indiana-based gym, THIRST, can see both quality and integrity through the primary services it offers, along with its affiliation to elitefts through gym owner Brandon Smitley.
The Best Bang for Your Buck: elitefts Plyobox and Tri Plyo Cube
Jump in — er, jump on the opportunity that comes along with using the elitefts Plyobox and Tri Plyo Cube to train plyometrics!
The Best Bang for Your Buck: Wrist Wraps
Want to get the most out of your wrist wraps? Or maybe you don’t know where to start when it comes to all of the wrist wraps elitefts offers. Look no further than this article, which rounds up some of the best wrist wrap guides and related workouts.
OSU Football Practice Starts August 2
The upcoming 130th season of Buckeye football is an exciting and nerve-wracking one, as former OSU Head Coach Urban Meyer retired last January, leaving the program in the hands of Ryan Day. We'll get a preview of the upcoming season with the team's 1st fall practice.
Gene Rychlak, 1st Man to Bench Over 900 and 1,000 Pounds and RPS Founder...
Gene Rychlak Jr., president and founder of RPS and the first man to bench over 900 and 1,000 pounds, died this morning due to a heart condition.
Universal Pro Gym: Full Service With a Personal Touch
Universal Pro Gym’s clientele might mostly be made up of bodybuilders, but that doesn’t stop owner Bob Caron from ensuring that all people who walk through the doors get a personalized experience and a variety of services — including an on-site barbershop.
Safe Sport Act Update: Keep Your Gym Up to Code
Gym owners: Here's a quick reminder that the Safe Sport Act will extend to your businesses starting December 1st, 2020. Not sure about the requirements? Listen to this Two-Brain Business podcast episode for a refresher course.
2024 Olympics to Add 4 New Sports to Event Lineup
The IOC announced 4 new sports for the 2024 Olympics in Paris: surfing, breakdancing, skateboarding, and sport climbing. If you can't wait that long, there's good news: Everything except breakdancing will debut at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo!
Introducing New elitefts IG Athlete Andrew Herbert
You might recognize Andrew Herbert from the first episode of Table Talk Podcast. But now, as a new elitefts IG Athlete, you'll recognize him as you follow his training on Instagram @herbietheluvbug.
Introducing New elitefts Columnist and Coach JM Blakley
The founder of the JM Press is now part of the elitefts team. Welcome our newest columnist and coach: JM Blakley! Keep an eye out for an upcoming article he wrote about the mind-muscle connection and don't forget to follow his coaching blog.
Chris Tutela Records Podcast Episode with Joe DeFranco
In the seventh episode of "The Iron Life Podcast," Chris Tutela and Joe DeFranco will talk about exercise variations, group training programming, and more. The episode will drop Friday, June 21st.
Juji Trains at His "Favorite Gym on The Planet"
Jon "Jujimufu" Call recently trained at the elitefts S5 Compound with elitefts CEO and co-founder Dave Tate. To see his head-to-toe workout and an exclusive look at the S5 Compound, read on!
Watch the 2019 World Classic Powerlifting Championships Live
Starting 3 a.m. EST tomorrow, June 10th, until Saturday, June 15th, you can live-stream the Open category finals of the 2019 World Classic Powerlifting Championships at olympicchannel.com.
JL Holdsworth Pens Feature Article on T-Nation.com
Owner of The Spot Athletics and recent elitefts seminar speaker JL Holdsworth co-wrote a feature article about the deadlift on T-Nation.com. Be sure to check it out!
"Founder, Farmer, Tinker, Thief" is Now an Amazon.com Bestseller
Not only did Chris Cooper's book make the Amazon.com Bestseller List, but it's the No. 1 new release in the Retailing Industry section! And don't forget to buy a copy of "Founder, Farmer, Tinker, Thief" today!
Introducing New elitefts Columnist and Coach Dr. Jordan Shallow
Dr. Jordan Shallow, DC, is a strength and conditioning coach, powerlifter, consultant and chiropractor, and RX'D RADIO podcast co-host from Windsor, Ontario. Oh, and he's also the latest addition to Team elitefts.
Anne Sheehan Receives Invitation to Elite Meet
One of the newest members of Team elitefts just received an invitation to an elite powerlifting meet. Be sure to keep an eye out for Anne's results on October 19th, 2019.
The Best Bang for Your Buck: SS Yoke Bar
The elitefts SS Yoke Bar is a cut above the rest. “It’s the most valuable, the most versatile, and it’s pretty much bulletproof.”
Bulk Up: It's National Hamburger Day!
National Hamburger Day is a great day if you're working on jumping up a weight class... or if you need an excuse to enjoy some delicious juicy burgers. Or both. Both is good.
The Monsters on My Shoulder
I have two monsters perched on my left shoulder, whispering what-ifs and morbid thoughts and suggestions into my ear. No matter what I do, they won’t go away. That’s the most difficult part of having a mental illness.
Westside vs The World Now Available on Vimeo
The documentary Westside vs The World lives up to its name, as the documentary isn't available everywhere — though it's a bit more accessible to watch via Vimeo now.
Fan Attacks Arnold Schwarzenegger with Drop-Kick
The 71-year-old former California governor, former bodybuilder, and actor confirms via Twitter he was not harmed and asks fans to watch the feats of young athletes at The Arnold Sports Festival Africa event.
Introducing New elitefts Athlete Dan Dalenberg
Dan Dalenberg found his way through life with the help of fellow powerlifters. As a Team elitefts athlete, he intends to give back to the community by passing on information he’s learned from those who got him through his lowest points.
What Phase Is Your Business In? Find Out in Chris Cooper's New Book
For this week and this week only, you can get an advance copy of elitefts columnist Chris Cooper's new book, "Founder, Farmer, Tinker, Thief: The Four Phases of the Entrepreneur’s Journey," for 99 cents. For more details, click here!
Walgreens to Train Pharmacists in Mental Health First Aid
Walgreens' new educational training program will teach its pharmacists mental health literacy, warning signs of mental health and addiction, and how to help people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
Mental Health Month: Shattering the Stigma for 70 Years
The merry month of May is Mental Health Month, which was started by Mental Health America in 1949. That means this year, 2019, marks the 70th anniversary of the first-ever Mental Health Month.
Gym Rats Rejoice: Tennessee Repeals Amusement Tax on Gym Memberships
Tennessee just took a load off gym owners' shoulders by repealing a $10 million amusement tax on gym memberships. The law will go into effect on July 1st.
Meet Results: 2019 APF Cincinnati Women's Pro-Am
Congrats to the winners and to Team elitefts member Lily Starobin and S5 trainee Jessica Maksem. Keep your eyes peeled for a pair of meet reports this week.
Last Week Tonight Wrestles with WWE over Treatment of Its Athletes
In a scathing segment condemning the WWE's treatment of its wrestlers, Last Week Tonight host John Oliver encouraged WWE fans to make some noise and demand better working conditions, healthcare, and retirement funds during Sunday's WrestleMania 35.
IOC: Weightlifting Confirmed for 2024 Olympics
Weightlifting fans rejoice! The International Olympic Committee confirmed that weightlifting will be an event at the 2024 Olympics so get ready forward to cheer on your favorite lifters and countries pump — er, lift some iron in Paris, France — as long as the International Weightlifting Federation gets its doping problem cleaned up.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Make NFL Franchise History
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made history, as did their new assistant defensive coach and assistant strength and conditioning coaches. How? The Buccaneers hired two women for these positions, which makes them the first NFL team to have two female coaches. Not to mention these coaches are the first two full-time female coaches in NFL history.
2019 Arnold Sports Festival Report: Day 2 for Team elitefts
Saturday of the 2019 Arnold Sports Festival means one thing, and one thing only — the XPC Worlds! Fine, that's not entirely true...
2019 Arnold Sports Festival Report: Day 1 for Team elitefts
Today at the 2019 Arnolds Sports Festival: Team elitefts athlete Matt Mills competes in the 2019 Arnold Amateur Strongman World Championships. He clears the Log Clean and Press and the Farmers Walk and is placed in the middle of the heavyweight class. Keep an eye out for more updates tomorrow, including XPC Worlds results.
Viva La Flama Blanca: An Interview with Anthony Fuhrman
Between three jobs, strongman competitions, and his appearance on The Titan Games, 105-kilogram World’s Strongest Man Anthony Fuhrman shares his thoughts on pro middleweight strongman issues, meeting one of his childhood idols, and Taylor Swift.
XPC 2019: JP Carroll vs. Ryan Belcher
JP Carroll has won the XPC Worlds SHW raw event twice, back-to-back. 2019 could be the year where he wins three years in a row. That is the only thing weighing on his mind: winning. As for the competition? JP thinks little of his competitors, though his "Insta-rival" Ryan Belcher says otherwise...
2019 Arnold Amateur Strongman World Championships: Middleweight Matt Mil...
While three of the four Team elitefts athletes are headed to the XPC Worlds for a day, one team member will be at the Columbus Convention Center potentially over the entire weekend for another competition. Enter Matt Mills, a middleweight strongman competitor who's going all-in to duke it out against the heavyweights.
XPC 2019: Jo Jordan's Post-Surgery Return
Team elitefts athlete Jo Jordan hasn't participated in the XPC Worlds since 2017. Two years later, and he's ready to go, even if his strength isn't quite recovered after his recent shoulder surgery. Still, that's not stopping him anytime soon...
XPC 2019: Bryan Doberdruk's Doing More Than the Deadlift
Four of Team elitefts' athletes are headed to the Arnold, three of them will be competing in the XPC Worlds, and one such athlete is Bryan Doberdruk, who competed in the XPC Worlds' 21 Deadlift Salute event for the last two years. But this year, he's doing more than the deadlift...
Arnold Strongman Offers $50,000 for Breaking Deadlift Record
If you break a world record at the Arnold Strongman Classic this year, you'll leave the competition with glory, a submission to the Guinness Book of Records, and a fatter wallet and fuller pockets... but it's not a reward without controversy.
Upcoming Meet: 2019 APF Cincinnati Women's Pro-Am
Are you a woman? Check. A pro lifter? Check. An amateur lifter? Check. Are available the weekend of April 13th-14th? Check. If you've checked off at least three of these prerequisites, you should go register for the 2019 APF Cincinnati Women's Pro-Am meet.
Cal Poly Promotes Sara MacKenzie as Director of Strength and Conditioning
Sara MacKenzie was promoted to Director of Strength and Conditioning at Cal Poly, making her the second woman who holds that position among all NCAA Division I schools with football programs.
Apply Today for the Slingshot Showdown at the Arnold
Think you have what it takes to win some cash at the Arnold Sports Festival? See if you meet the qualifications for the Slingshot Showdown competition to find out.
We Need to Talk About Arnold Schwarzenegger's Inhuman Confidence
No mortal human could possibly exert this much self-confidence... But apparently, Arnold Schwarzenegger can, and all he has to do is wear a T-shirt with his image printed on it.
Another Bodybuilding Great Has Died
Pro bodybuilder Daryl Stafford died at age 58 from a heart attack.
7 NFL Teams with Job Openings
If someone gets fired, that means there's an opening. And almost a quarter of NFL teams have openings after the 2018 season, so get those resumes ready to go.
UFC 232 Features Face-Off Between Jon Jones and Alexander Gustaffson
UFC 232 has had its share of controversy leading up to tomorrow's match in LA... but it'll be one worth watching.
Vlad Alhazov Beats Raw Squat PR and WR
On December 23, Vlad Alhazov set a record "that'll probably stand a very, very long time."
2018 World's Strongest Man Totals 2,425 in Powerlifting Competition
Overall, Hafþór Björnsson fared pretty well in Thor's Powerlifting Challenge, which is the top strongman competitor's first-ever powerlifting competition.
Rogue Tries to Trademark "Strongman"
Many members of the strongman community are NOT happy with Rogue Fitness right now.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2019 Inductees
Need to update your workout playlist? Check out the tunes from the newest Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees. Maybe you'll find something old... or maybe something that's new... well, new to you.
RIP Roger, the Kangaroo with a Bodybuilder Bod
Roger was an Adonis among red kangaroos. He'll be missed for his metal bucket-crushing arms. Maybe his personality.
Green Monday: The Ninja Version of Cyber Monday
It's like Cyber Monday, but sneakier. We've snuck in a site-wide discount up to 45% off, free shipping with a qualifying order of $49.99 or more, and a free beanie and poster with a $99 order shipped from the warehouse.
Game of Thrones Actor Prepares for Thor's Powerlifting Challenge
Gregor "the Mountain" Clegane is coming... to a Dec. 15 powerlifting meet.
WATCH: CBUS Lifting Co. Featured on Good Day Marketplace
"Oh, yeah, look at these guns." -GDM co-host after one session at elitefts VIP gym.
OSU's Urban Meyer Announces Retirement
Offensive coordinator Ryan Day, whose leadership led to the first three victories of this season, will be the new head coach.
#GivingTuesday: Giving More Than Just Thanks
You're invited to help elitefts and Make-A-Wish make some dreams come true.