Strength Training Articles and Programs
Lateral Resistance Band Walks w/ Agility Ladder
Elitefts coach Julia Ladewski performs lateral resistance band hand walks through an agility ladder. Make sure you go both directions.
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.
Training Concepts, Recovery and Knee Rehab with Buddy Morris
These videos made me realize what I needed to do in order to preserve longevitiy in doing what I love...lifting!!
Speed Development
An athlete with more power has greater torque, leading to a quicker athlete with more top end speed.
Quick and Easy Client Assessment/Warm Up
I’ve read mixed reviews from many different coaches and trainers on how to assess your clients.
Remove the Extensor Block for a Faster Sprint
Just like the most effective bar path in powerlifting is a vertical line, there are optimal directions for movement in sports.
Under The Bar: Looking For More Time
You can either "train" the lifts or "build" the lifts. I'm NOT a fan of training the lift.
Putting Bands to the “Test”
Over the last twenty years, the focus of strength and conditioning has been on productivity of the lower body, more specifically concentrating on manipulating the squat and bench exercises.
Kirschen's Powerlifting 101: What’s Up With The Chains?
If you’re familiar at all with the sport of powerlifting, the idea of using chains as a training tool is probably nothing new.
Reverse Band Press
These work much in the same fashion as benching against bands by overloading the top of the lift
Band Stomps for Healthier Hips
Band stomps hit the deep muscles that cross the hip joint in the front—the psoas major and the lliacus.
One Cold-blooded Chest Training Session
I’m not sure if I described in past articles how I got in touch with John Meadows and why I'm using him for my training and nutritional programing.
