Research Process Pitfalls
How to sidestep through the minefield of collegiate bureacracy and pier-review boards.
Programming Predicaments (Part 2)
For those training without a competition planned, are you making the best use of intelligent programming?
LISTEN: Transforming your Habits with James Clear
Former student, athlete, and intern becomes one of my biggest influences
Kirschen Triumphant at XPC Finals
In powerlifting, a perfect storm of prep, weigh-in, refeed, and nine-for-nine execution is a rarity. David Kirschen pulled that off at the recent XPC Finals.
Five Plateau-Busting Bench Press Tips
Corrections to five common bench mistakes that will move you one step closer to your next PR.
What Can Powerlifting Learn from the Olympic Games?
Has powerlifting continued to progress or have the advances of the past few decades kept us from being accepted by the mainsteam?
Why My Staff Hates Me
When you coach, train, or live, do you do what is best for the group or what is best for you?
Other Reasons Michael Jordan Couldn' t Jump
Choosing the proper exercises required much deeper thought than just scanning which rack is open. Take a deeper look into the logic behind this aspect of programming.
Forgotten Bulking Ideas of the Past
Looking to fill out the size schmedium Strong(er) shirt? The answers may not be in the use of a cutting-edge supplement protocol.
Off-Season Strength Training for Amateur Rugby Players
Get the jump on next season by showing up bigger, badder, faster and meaner...
Powerlifting Is HARD
If you are limited by the work and sacrifice that are required to be a champion, then embrace your mediocrity!
The Flexible Periodization Method: Why Michael Jordan Couldn't Jump
Everything links back to training and exercise selection.
Powerlifting Year One: Dave vs. Crossfit
He may have had his ass handed to him by Fran, but that Kirschen can fill out a sports bra.
The Angry Coach: How to Write An Article
Writing should be simple and elegant. Show me, don't tell me.
Beast Reality: Considerations When Opening a Training Facility
Opening your own gym is not for the faint of heart...but it is worth every penny, moment, and tear.
No Bullsh*t: Squat Without Falling Forward (with video)
There’s nothing worse than a squat turning into a good morning. David gives you three ways to squat upright.
The Angry Coach: A Big Part of My Coaching Philosophy
Do you know the difference between a coach and a cartoon character?