3 things for increasing training output
I am fortunate i get to work with many bodybuilders and powerlifters. Regardless of the training and competition status, pro, a mature, just starting here are 3 things that i find in clinic that will have an immediate impact on your training. 1. Lumbar/Spinal Contol: Regardless of the type of movement, closed chain, open chain, […]
Spoon-Feeding is for Babies, Not Lifters
Ben’s diving into a much-needed extended offseason. Throughout the course of this month, he’ll be sharing his approach to diet and training. Of course, the mental game is always a big part of Ben’s process, and so he’ll also share some approaches to managing progression without any external goals. Other topics on the docket: gear reviews, Texas powerlifting events, and
Thank You!
I know it's not Thanksgiving, but after being in business for 20 years, there is one lesson that stands out above all.
Has the Max Effort Method Been Forgotten?
Has the Max Effort Method been forgotten? Is there still value to it? Does anyone use it anymore?
When the LAST day is really the FIRST day [training video included]
As the men and women of the United States Navy are cut from a cloth that demands the best out of themselves not only mentally, but physically, the Monster Garage Gym is honored to serve as powerlifting central for some of these amazing individuals. ......here is what we mean.....
2/2- Squats w/video and a long awaited explanation for my joint pain
So, although it’s not great news and it could always be much worse, at least now I know what the issue is and we’re making steps to improve it.
Chest and delts: modifying thoracic ext for better pec training
Being a chesty man i dont need a lot of pec work. So one of the things i have been doing is playing around with angles of thoracic extension for pressing and fly movements. Decreasing the poundage and focusing my intent towards increasing the stretch from the thoracic spine has saved my shoulders, elbows and […]
2/1- Raw Cambered Bar Rep Bench
I still have indescribable joint pain, but I have more of an explanation now.