Pins Pull and Block Pulls are NOT the same
There are advantages and disadvantages to each approach, based on what you are trying to build, your sticking point, and what you have to work with. For example, if you have a hard time straining for time, or thinking when you strain, a pin pull is a great option, because (for most) it takes longer to get the bar to break the pins. Meanwhile, if you are looking to do higher rep sets the block pull would be better. This post explains why.
Heads Up! elitefts Strong(er) Sports Training and Success Summit
Clear your calendars for the weekend of April 26-28 because you've got an elitefts summit to attend! This post contains EXCELLENT video clips of past events!
WATCH: Table Talk — Bicep Tendonitis with Dave Tate and Joe Sullivan
Disclaimer: Not all of us here at elitefts are doctors or physical therapists. Case in point: Joe Sullivan thinks the best way to deal with bicep tendonitis is to watch Dave Tate's Q&A because someone asks this question at least once a week.
A Very Important Question.
How is it that was are told "Marriage is Work" but if you "Love" your job you will never work a day in your life?
16 Glute Ham Raise Methods You Should Be Using
All you need to know about the glute ham raise including 16 methods you should be using.
Dave Tate & Joe Sullivan on Working a Full-Time Job & Coaching
Rollie Pollie and the Troll discuss if it's possible to be a coach while still working a full-time job.
GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD
Sometimes to understand more you need to know less. In other words, get out of your own head
JM Press with SS Yoke Bar For A Bigger Bench Press
One of the best ways to build your bench press lockout and how to do them.
WATCH: Table Talk — Mental Health with Dave Tate and Joe Sullivan
Training is my therapy should sideline a powerlifter from competitions. If training really is your therapy, you're going to get hurt. If that's the case, you need to see an actual therapist. Seriously.
Stop Stressing Over Shitty People
I do NOT totally agree that you are the product of the five people you spend the most time with, I think this just says you...
Another Day In The Gym
I couldn't think of anything else to write so here you go. A recap from last Saturday's training session.
'Till I Collapse
I woke up in what seemed like 20 minutes later, soaked in my own bodily fluid mess. I was no longer allowed to train legs on my own.
WATCH: Table Talk — Deloading with Dave Tate and Joe Sullivan
Even though you don't want to do it, you have to do it. And by "it," we mean "deload."
The Development of the Russian Conjugate Sequence System
Abstract: A significantly unique method of developing the strength of a nation through its population ignited the era of potent physical education program in the former Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. Victories were a reflection on the country, not on the individual. However, the demise of the Union in 1991 foreshadowed the end of the reign of athleticism.
Are You Strong Enough?
Today, I’m going to talk about the maximal weight you can move. Better than that, how much you can hold if you let other people keep adding weight to the bar.
