Paying Your Dues, Paying Respect, and Knowing the Difference
We have to give this author a high-five.
3 Ways the Platform Prepared Me for the Stage
How becoming Strong(her) made me a better figure competitor.
The Podcast for Skinny Bastards with Joe DeFranco
How his training philosophy evolved from training skinny bastards to Triple H.
Dump Out Your Toolbox
If you don't know how to properly use what is at your disposal, then YOU are the tool.
Gear for the Raw Lifter: Know Your Weapons
Are you afraid that the chalk police will find illicit lifting paraphernalia in your gym bag?
State of the Profession
Strength and conditioning is constantly evolving, never at a faster rate than now.
Investing in a Strong Future
From the desk of Dave Tate (by “desk” we mean competition bench in the gym).
6 Innovative Muscle-Sculpting Movements
Bars, bands, chains, and creativity for a machine-free bodybuilding workout.
Darden Earns Bronze Medal
Both Darden’s are World Class in Weightlifting and qualified for Worlds 2014!
The Cost of Healthy Eating
Are those muffins and breakfast burritos taking a toll on more than just your budget?
You Ain't Shit But Neither Am I
In a world in which society is more connected than ever before, where has individual connectivity gone?
Is the Vertical Jump the Best Measure of Power?
There may be better methods to measure explosive strength.
Is This the Single Best Sports-Specific Exercise?
My view is no other exercise delivers as much for sports performance.
The Dark Side of Program Comparison
Teach your kids to be the best they can be, not the best on YouTube.
Case of a Mean Person, Not a Bully
Even the most steadfast pacifist would agree there is a time and place for a righteous beat-down.
Building a Bulletproof Upper Back
No matter what type of strength athlete you are, a big, strong, upper back is a sure sign of dedication to your chosen craft.
General Fitness vs. Athlete Nutrition
Kristin shares how she approaches the nutritional needs of her clients.
Overlooked Factors in Athlete Programming
Realize that basketball isn't just basketball, soccer isn't just soccer, and football isn't just football.
Diet Clean-Up Checklist
Looking to take your diet from haphazard and crappy to functional and goal-promoting? Kristin steers you in the right direction.
We Are Not Cinderellas
The lessons of success translate from sports, to everyday life, and to lifting.
"Hey, I Think I Wanna Do a Powerlifting Meet…"
Elitefts™ equipment + Metal Gear + mental toughness = record lifts
Three Keys to a Strong(her)™ Squat
Corrections to three common mistakes female lifters make in the squat.
Strong(her)™ Video Spotlight on Swedish Figure Competitor
Watch how Stina Tellhammer approaches the IFBB figure season.
What Does It Take to Physically Dominate the Environment?
You may have selected the best exercise possible, but is it serving your needs?
Strong(her)™ Video Spotlight on IFBB Figure Pro
On a visit to train with Traci Tate, we talked to Jennifer Cordovez about her figure athlete quest.
The Exercise Hierarchy of Effectivity
Whether you like it or not, all exercises are NOT created equal.
The College Student's Guide to Powerlifting
Welcome to Blast and Dust 101. I’m your professor Joe Schillero.
Use Your Inside Voice and Be Front Stage
A lot of people on this planet can read what you wrote, so choose your words carefully.
Grip It. Don't Rip It.
As a powerlifter, you’ve heard the saying “Rip it off the floor!” probably a thousand times.
Somewhere Between Blast and Dust
When you are young and hungry to succeed, balance rarely enters the equation. As we mature, we tend to question things…
Periodization of Glute-Ham Raise Training
No matter what your athletic goals, you need an in-depth understanding of this under-rated movement.
Are Overuse Injuries Preventable?
Are the repeated movements you do in your training (either with maximum weight or explosiveness) the cause of those nagging injuries that won’t go away?
What Kind of Straps Should You Be Wearing?
Every sport can benefit from wearing some type of straps. What straps will work best for you?
The No BullSh*t Podcast
elitefts™ Columnist (and owner of NBS Fitness in Memphis, Tennessee) David Allen talks about how he made his dream a reality.
Three Quick Circuit Finishers
Finish your training with one of these three circuits to shed those extra pounds…without sacrificing performance.
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