Strength Training Articles and Programs
Setting Up Westside for the Raw Lifter
With a program based on adapting to your weaknesses and strengths, this article explains how to customize your training for raw lifters.
How I Train for a Meet, Month One
The Freakshow lays down his game plan for powerlifting. Can you handle it?
Training to Peak for a Meet
After two decades of competing, The M2 Method author has fine-tuned meet prep.
Elitefts™Core Blaster Press Variations
Using the elitefts Core Blaster for some overhead press variations
Banded Single Leg Hamstring Curl
Elitefts™ founder Dave Tate demonstrates how to perform a banded single leg hamstring curl.
Single Arm Band Pushdowns
Elitefts™ founder Dave Tate performs a drop set of single arm band pushdowns.
The Beginner's Guide to Conjugate and Concurrent Training Systems
Expert in ethics, philosophy, law, and social policy (as well as WNBF bodybuilding pro), Dr. Melina Bell examines bodybuilding through a philosophical lens.
Elitefts™ Mini-Band Shoulder Circuit (high position)
Shoulder Pre-habiliation Circuit using the elitefts™ bands
Elitefts™ Kettlebell Swing w/Bands (Hips &Bell)
Kettlebell swings with bands around the kettlebell and bands around the hips
Friday Technique Video: Bands Setup
This man will kick you so hard in the chest, you will crap your ribs out. Literally. Out of your butthole.
Elitefts™ Targeted High Pull with Bands
The High-Pull can be a subjective exercise in terms of completion of the lift. This may help.
Elitefts™ Cambered Bar Speed Squats with Bands & Chains
Jo Jordan has found a great set up to develop speed out of the hole and stability at the top for squats
Elitefts™ Pull-Up Progressions & Regressions
Three ways to adjust the resistance of pull-ups in a team setting
Elitefts™ Banded 45-Degree Back Raises
Shelby Starnes demonstrates how to perform banded hyper-extensions.
Elitefts™ Banded Leg Press
Mark Dugdale demonstrates how to increase tension on the vastus lateralis by using Elitefts™ Pro Light Resistance Bands on the leg press.
Duffin's Special Exercises to Maximize Glute Development
Video of my two favorite developmental tools for strength athletes that do not engage their glutes optimally.
6 Innovative Muscle-Sculpting Movements
Bars, bands, chains, and creativity for a machine-free bodybuilding workout.
Elitefts™ Pro Band Shrugs
Elitefts™ Advisor and Owner of Mountain Dog Training performs a shrug variation at the S4 Compound using elitefts™ Pro Strong Bands.
