United States Strongman Hope for the Holidays

United States Strongman Hope for the Holidays

Chase Karnes
Going into this contest, my goal was to hit a PR on the log and hit a PR on the deadlift while qualifying for the XPC Deadlift Salute at the Arnold Classic.
Finding Strength: Gleason Performance Training

Finding Strength: Gleason Performance Training

Zach Gallmann
Equipment, coaching, elitefts team members — this gym in Derby, Connecticut has it all, and is one of my favorite places to visit.
Should I Lift or Should I Sprint — The Case for Speed

Should I Lift or Should I Sprint — The Case for Speed

Cameron Josse
At the end of the day, the player who can move the fastest within the context of their sport will almost always be more successful.
Should I Lift or Should I Sprint — The Case for Power

Should I Lift or Should I Sprint — The Case for Power

Cameron Josse
In part one of this series, I discussed a brief overview of maximum strength training for team sport athletes. In this section, I will provide a case in support of training for power development.
elitefts alumni

5-Time Maryland’s Strongest Man

Andy Deck
Simple goals yield outstanding results.
Increased Intra-Play Demands of Modern Gridiron Football

Increased Intra-Play Demands of Modern Gridiron Football

Brandon Patterson
Up-tempo play calling has changed the pace of gridiron football, and with it, the energetic demands placed on athletes.
Finding Strength: Reflexive Performance Reset

Finding Strength: Reflexive Performance Reset

Zach Gallmann
Being able to seek new ways to perform at your best is just as important as finding the best gym, and this is why I think it’s so important to share RPR with everyone.
Should I Lift or Should I Sprint — The Case for Strength

Should I Lift or Should I Sprint — The Case for Strength

Cameron Josse
We have come to a fork in the road with sports performance training. Is strength training making your athletes stronger or just slower?
In the End There Can Be Only One — My First Highlander Challenge

In the End There Can Be Only One — My First Highlander Challenge

Andy Deck
This past weekend I made the trip down to Brute Strength Gym in Norfolk, VA to compete in my first Highlander competition.
WATCH: I'm Sick! Should I Train?

WATCH: I'm Sick! Should I Train?

Clint Darden
After missing Strongman Sunday, Clint had a serious question to answer: when would it be safe to train again?
Finding Strength: The Anvil Gym

Finding Strength: The Anvil Gym

Zach Gallmann
This Strongman's paradise in Cedar Rapids, Iowa has the people, the equipment, and the expertise you need to get stronger.
20 Pro Strongman Tips for the Strength Athlete

20 Pro Strongman Tips for the Strength Athlete

Eric Maroscher
Prepping to become a pro-card carrying competitor? These tips from professional strongwoman Kristin Johnson will help you reach your strength and power goals.