Finding the Right Tire for You
There are two for sure ways to know what a tire weighs: get it weighed.
13 Tips for Anyone Who Wants to Improve Performance and Look Better Naked Part I – Training
If I could go back in time and tell my “beginner self” a few things about training, nutrition, cardio and supplements…what would I want to know?
Andy Deck at the Amateur Strongman World Championships
Andy Deck, representing lightweights worldwide at the Arnold Sports Expo.
Long-Winded Paxton Strongman 6 Write-Up
The only regret that I have about this contest is that it's over!
Strong Grip Strength
Grip strength seems to be a big part of strongman training, what are some good ways to train one's grip?
2010 North American Strongman Nationals Write-Up
I am more excited than ever for the future of Strongwoman in America.
Love Nugget in my Swamp Shorts
Oct. 15th, my teammate, Lou Costa, and I headed down to Virginia Beach in his sexy little Mercury Cougar.
Interview with Strongman Steve Pulcinella
Next thing I know I was in South Africa being tied back-to-back with a 340lb monster named Riku Kiri for a two-man tug of war.
Introducing Lightweight Strongman Andy Deck
Andy first got involved in the sport when he helped run a competition at Virginia Tech University as an undergrad.
Interview with Pro Strongman Clint Darden
The BEST part of competing in Strongman is that heart really comes into play.
2010 NPC Jr Nationals Recap
I’m already back to the grind, and don’t plan on competing until next summer.
Squats: Superior to Leg Presses for Muscle Hypertrophy and Athletic Prowess
After analyzing this, is the leg press really safer than the squat?
Low-Carb Diet Q&A with Shelby Starnes
The very low-carb diet (VLCD) is a synthesis of the best of these approaches, but geared towards the carb-sensitive individual.
McGorry/Starnes Interview: Powerlifting to Bodybuilding
Our very own “Unlikely Powerlifter,” Matt McGorry, decided to compete in his very first bodybuilding show just a few short weeks ago.
elitefts/Troponin Nutrition Seminar
I can confidently say, “If you’ve attended one elitefts seminar…well, you’ve really only attended one elitefts seminar. And you have no idea what you’re missing if you don’t attend more.”
BCAA Supplementation Roundtable
Do we need BCAA supplementation? The debate rages on. The following is an excerpt from Knowledge and Nonsense: The science of nutrition and exercise by Jamie Hale.
Transforming Together (Part 2)
In March of 2009, I was contacted by Nate and Donia, training partners from Iowa who were looking to get into better shape. Eight months later, they both competed in their first competitions (bodybuilding for him and figure for her) with completely transformed physiques.
My Journey into Bodybuilding (Part 2)
Dave Tate and I recently exchanged e-mails. I proposed to him an idea about a series in which I share an entire year’s worth of training, dieting, and other information needed to prepare for a bodybuilding show. The series will end with me actually competing in a show.
Spotlight on Nutritionist Shelby Starnes
Shelby Starnes, a brand new addition to Team Elite Fitness Systems, is one of Justin Harris’/Troponin Nutrition’s premier nutritionists.
Troponin Nutrition with Justin Harris
Justin is the owner of Troponin Nutrition. Justin’s writing has been featured in numerous publications, including Muscular Development and Ironman, and he’s successfully helped hundreds of athletes with their diet and nutritional programming.