Powerlifting
Foam Training Alternatives for Bench Pressing
If you're looking for alternative ways to keep pressing for extra recovery or to safeguard wear and tear in elbows and shoulders, it's here.
Calming the Storm Between Attempts
There are lots of articles and tips on getting you revved up to perform. THIS ISN'T ONE OF THEM. Learn to conserve your energy between sets.
PR Your Next Bench Training Session
If your movement is constrained, how will this directly affect your bench stroke? A LOT. Try these four stretches.
Why Powerlifters Should Front Squat
What moves 600 pounds, won't necessarily move 700 pounds. Reassessing my situation, I realized my thoracic extensors were weak.
Cueing Athletes and Clients: Work With Them, Not Against Them
Cueing athletes and clients is heavily dependent on their learning style. Ask them how they learn best and use the information to your advantage!
Why You Should Perform Pause Squats Above the Knees
Do you want a bigger squat? This Russian secret will help.
Powerlifting Basics: Go Easy on the Croutons
You are only a new lifter once, and that is a gift to take seriously. Don't squander it by dabbling in the post-elite aspects and methods of training.
The Most Important Facets of Team Training
Here's what my crew abides by in setting up our team training. The process starts with tryouts.
Why an Experienced Lifter Should Use a Coach
The best way I can explain this concept is to tell you a story about a pilot and his air traffic controller.
Journaling for Training Success
Your training log serves so many roles for you to ultimately reflect, analyze, and attack your goals and performance. For less than a dollar, get started today and see how practicing mindfulness puts more weight on the bar.
Mental Preparation and Imagery for Peak Performance
There's a big misconception that to conquer the weights you need passion and anger. Research and personal experience disagree. If you're prepping for a powerlifting meet, it's time to train your mind.
2 Exercises to Get Your Stalled Deadlift Moving Again
If your deadlift sucks at lockout, mid-position, or from the floor, you'll want to add the stiff-legged deadlift and Romanian deadlift into your training program. Here's how to do them correctly, with a sample training template to get started.












