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.
How Strong is Kentucky Strong?
What is the stronger state in the USA? How does this play into the Arnold Classic?
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?
Five Plateau-Busting Bench Press Tips
Corrections to five common bench mistakes that will move you one step closer to your next PR.
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?
The Flexible Periodization Method: Optimal Breathing for Maximal Strength
Four videos to increase your strength.
WATCH: The Traits of a Champion
Do you have the strength of will to say, “Screw everyone. I know I can do it”?
Kentucky Strong: Three Common Strongman Programming Mistakes
Try these simple adjustments to drive your progress forward.
Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast (Episode 6)
Joe Kenn is one of the most influential strength and conditioning coaches in the industry.
A Lion in Iron: Motivation Only Takes You So Far
If you want to see your goals through, you must have concrete reasons and the mentality to do so.
Strong(her) Coaching (Part 2): Principles and Philosophy
A roundtable discussion with fourteen of the top female strength and conditioning coaches in the country.
Strong Mind: Excellence
Anyone can make that good, right choice once in a while…but it takes so much more than that.
Ruck & Maul: In Season Physical Preparation for Rugby
Ashley outlines the physical preparation program for each member on the rugby team.
Three Questions with Anthony Donskov
Strength and conditioning coaches have the ability to change lives, instill discipline, teamwork, and attention to detail.
Beast Reality: 2013 Training Retrospective
Here is to a new year of paying attention to those little things. They do make all the difference.
No Bullsh*t: Fairness Sucks
In powerlifting and in life, the goal is to constantly gain an advantage to ensure your own victory and to prepare, perform, and prevail.
The Education of a Tactical Meathead: Getting Jacked and Making Money (P...
He is back with more advice on getting jacked and pocketing that per diem cash!
Are We Teaching Speed and Quickness?
Somehow, it is universally accepted that if you increase your strength and do running specific drills, you will increase your speed and quickness.
The Flexible Periodization Method: What Does French Press Coffee Have to...
Hint… It is not the caffeine.
Iron Sport: Life Challenges
I had never been in a hospital anywhere near this long before. It really sucked.
Kentucky Strong: Passion, Consistency, and Strength
It is what sets the good lifters apart from the GREAT ones.
Creating Effective Goals instead of Resolutions
Understanding these five things about goals before you set them will ensure success in the new year.
Science of Lifting: Westside for the Average Joe
I want to offer a personal counterpoint to this idea that Westside style programming is only applicable to elite or enhanced lifters.
Monster Garage Gym: Powerlifting and the Secret
You have the power through your positive thoughts to take your powerlifting to another level of success and achievement just like Dorothy, who had the power all along to go where she needed to go.
Cycling Reverse Band Tension to Build Peak Strength
Reverse bands are a common tool to overload movements, but there is more than one way to utilize them in your training.
A Lion in Iron: Fallacies in Female Diet Mindsets (Part 1)
I have found that female clients typically have certain mindsets regarding nutrition
Strong(her) Coaching (Part 1): Athletic Influence
A roundtable discussion with fourteen of the top female strength and conditioning coaches in the country.
The Flexible Periodization Method: Out of Sight, Out of Mind? (Part 3)
Let Karsten take your circuit and endurance training to a brand new level.
Science of Lifting: Personal Genomics (Part 1)
Right now, and in the right circumstances, understanding your personal genome might be a powerful tool for improved health.
Crossing the Line Into the CrossFit Box
Seriously?! The first thing that an IFBB physique pro talks about is CrossFit?
American Weightlifting: Seven Questions for Greg Everett
Interview with Greg Everett on his new documentary American Weightlifting
The Research Meathead: Pre Workout Stimulants and Supplements (Part 3)
Many of these stimulants and supplements claim to enhance performance during training to deliver more mental focus, energy, endurance, strength, and fat loss.
Three Questions with Dennis Cuturic
Interview with Duquesne University Strength & Conditioning Coach, Dennis Cuturic