training
The Angry Coach: High School Strength Coaches - Don't Make This Mistake
I learned that it's pointless to bring a gun to a knife fight, if you will.
The Science of Strength: Reading Research, Pt. I
It’s important to know that scientific/medical papers are rarely “how-to guides.” Instead, they seek to answer very specific questions.
The Newbie: Let There Be Pain
My hands remind me of the steel, the calluses half torn from last night’s deadlift and a sore upper back telling me that those reps were just right.
Reverse Band Bench Toss
I've seen bench press throws prescribed by several coaches over the years, but personally I never liked the idea of tossing a barbell up in the air and catching it.
Throw Out the Rep Ranges: A Different Perspective
One thing I've learned in the past couple years is that all of those set and rep tables that students have to memorize in their exercise science classes should be thrown in the trash can.
The Slight Edge
The slight edge may not be much at the time, but over time, it compounds and gives you a huge advantage in life and in the gym.
By the Coach for the Coach: Follow the Chain
How do we get an athlete who achieved a certain level of strength to change what he is doing in order to achieve even greater results?
The Genius is Not in the Program
You don’t need to be a cheerleader, but your interest had best be served by serving the athlete.