The End of the Unlikely Powerlifter
My powerlifting experiences taught me some amazing life lessons and gave me a unique outlook on training my clients.
How to Own the Chinese Buffet: A Guide to Getting Huge on the Cheap
If you were born with a penis, chances are you have a favorite Chinese buffet.
The Cure for Cardio ADD
When it comes to conditioning work or any form of “cardio,” going to the dentist can actually sound like a much more appealing option.
The Power of Sandbagging: An Interview with Josh Henkin
With so many other fitness tools out there, why the sandbag?
A Person with an IQ above Room Temperature: Interview with Phil Richards
There are many self-proclaimed “experts” today who quote research on how to get lean, build muscle mass, and other physique enhancing programs.
The Truth About Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is easily the most stressful holiday for people with penises.
Under The Bar: February 2010
I can’t always find the words to express how grateful I am, but I hope that the changes we make to the company will express what words cannot.
Interview with Collegiate Strength Coach Specialist Joe Kenn
When you get Joe Kenn and Jim Wendler in the same room, what do you get?
Metabolic Stimulus: Fat Loss Rewards for Oxygen Debt
Metabolic Circuits: training that boosts your metabolism? Wait, I thought ALL resistance training boosts your metabolism. Yes, that would be a logical point - well made.
The Vision: Competition
The first installment of this series - The Vision - was published during our 2009 holiday rush.
Links of Solid Metal Lead to Strength, Speed and Stability
No, I am not talking about the bling around your neck, what connects your wallet to your jeans, or even the crazy S&M stuff you may secretly be guilty of!
Training for a Shot at the 2012 Olympics
Chad Smith launched his 2010 season at the Lumberjack Invitational at Northern Arizona University. He clenched second, tearing at the heels of defending U.S. Indoor champion and No. 4 in the world, Dan Taylor.
Interview with Ricky Daman
My name is Rick Daman. I’m from Rochester, Pennsylvania, about 25 minutes north of Pittsburgh. I own Daman’s Strength Training in Monaca, Pennsylvania.
On the Prowl to Figure it Out
When you mention to someone that you’re interested in doing a show, the whole world wants to help and give you advice.
Iron Intelligence
For all the serious lifters out there wondering what they’ll do when they’re no longer able to handle the daily grind that their sport necessitates, I have a suggestion—teaching.
Celebrate 2010 with Champagne and Man Ranch
In the mean time, have a taste of Man Ranch…umm…I mean of my Top 5 favorite Wendler Visions.
Strength, Courage and Cancer
Dana Shedd is a 13 year-old athlete. She’s just like any other athlete a strength coach may train, except she has cancer.
Under the Bar: The Vision
Wow, the question of all questions! This is the one that drove me nuts in the early years.
Some Days I Hate Squats
Those were the exact words used by one of my clients after finishing her last set of goblet squats.