WATCH: 2016 Special Olympics Ohio Summer Games — Powerlifting
With lifters from Madison County competing and elitefts providing the equipment, this event meant a lot to our community.
WATCH: Inside Look at elitefts with Mutant on a Mission
"He's got like $10K worth of lat pull handles there. I've never seen more handles in my life."
Madison Press: elitefts Creates Global Success from London Headquarters
Our local paper breaks down the "grey brick building next to the train tracks on Maple Street."
How to Train and Use the Stretch Reflex for Better Performance
The stretch reflex plays a vital role in your body's ability to promote flexibility, increase strength, and develop power.
WATCH: Passion Trumps Everything (Apparel Now Available)
Success is a personal definition. I can't tell you what it is. But I can tell you about passion.
Under The Bar: How to Pull off a MASSIVE Bloat
That time of the year is right around the corner. No, I’m not talking about giving and receiving gifts. What I'm talking about is...
16 Methods to Optimize Your Glute Ham Raise
We have known for years that the Glute Ham Raise (GHR) was regarded as one the best movements for the posterior chain (lower back, glutes, hamstrings and calves).
Ongoing Technological Investments—Looking Ahead
2015 has been a big year for elitefts. As it comes to a close, we're continuing to stay busy by using the knowledge we gained through many major changes. There are more to come.
WATCH: Table Talk — How Much Is elitefts Worth?
This company has never existed to compete with Company A, B, or C. If you own your own business, you need to understand your culture and evaluate how that translates to a dollar value.
The Elitefts Manor— A Retirement Home for Powerlifters
Where do the old, broken hip, ate-up powerlifters go after they retire from the sport? What do young guys in their prime get to look forward to? It's glorious...just glorious.
Transform Home Space into Home Gym
Matt Goodwin explains why you don't need mirrors, dumbbells, a cable crossover machine, or a treadmill to reach your performance and physique goals.
Five reality checks in the struggle for sponsorship
Five reality check items for individual athletes in their struggle for sponsorship
WATCH: Come Train and Learn with Legend Steve Goggins on September 26th
This training camp with Steve is set up with a limited attendance and a non-formal format. We designed it with this format so you can learn all you can from Steve and so that Steve can help tap into what YOU need to do to become better.
WATCH: Hypertrophy Circuits for Athletes in a Team Setting
Offering a standardized program of muscle-building protocols can keep your athletes engaged and motivated to complete the training demands.
WATCH: 1,000 Videos and Growing — The elitefts YouTube Channel
As our content department continues to grow and deliver industry-leading material, stay up-to-date on all of our multimedia productions.
WATCH: Pre-Workout Circuits to Optimize Training Time and Maximize Perfo...
Training a high number of athletes in a limited number of time poses unique problems for timing and extensive warm-ups. Use these quick and efficient protocols to streamline team workouts.
Dave and Jim: The Seminar Years
When two, fat bloated powerlifters travel the country to do seminars, you're going to have a few interesting stories to tell.
LISTEN: The Last Sports Performance Podcast
It's been a good two years and 64 episodes with elitefts and the Sports Performance podcast. Mark reflects on the ending of a great chapter.
WATCH: Kettlebell Training for Team Sports
Implement these multi-functional and easy-to-learn movements into your team training for greater time efficiency in the weight room.
The Definitive Guide to the Board Press
We are certain this article and embedded videos will not hit every sports and news outlet online, but at least you will LEARN HOW TO F**CKING BOARD PRESS! We have no idea what caused the recent train wreck, but can offer one solution by reposting an article from six years ago.
New Focus, New Prowler for 69-Year Old Cancer Survivor
Turning 69 may not be special to some but the gift I was given made this the most memorable birthday ever.
LISTEN: National Championships, Gold Medals, and Money Ball - The Bob Al...
S&C legend Bob Alejo breaks down training for all sports and the ever-so-important task of communication in our industry.
How the Best Strength Coaches Deal with Scheduling Conflicts and the Coa...
Ever wonder how collegiate athletes manage time between scholastics, sports practices, and lifting? Here's how S&C coaches can help and develop a better relationship with sport coaches.
Aerobic Threshold Training for Field Sports: The Starting Point for Repe...
To help athletes overcome the limiting factor of human performance, an adequate training program must address an individual's aerobic metabolism.
Benefits of "High Impact" Exercise
Why have "High Impact" exercises been deemed dangerous, when in reality they are important for increasing bone density and strengthening the dynamic stabilizers
Old School elitefts Training Motivation
Looking for motivation? We've got exactly the training footage you need.
WATCH: Basic Linear Speed Acceleration Drills in a Team Setting
Training athletes in a team setting poses problems that are easily overlooked. Here are several coaching strategies and cues to get your athletes moving smarter and faster.
Matt Foley, Owner of Elite Sports & Fitness, talks about Training th...
Matt Foley is the owner of Elite Sports and Fitness in Middletown Massachusetts explains his philosophy of training high school athletes. Training the high school athlete. Part 1 Posted by Matt Foley on Thursday, July 23, 2015 Click Here to View the Video on FaceBook Matt Foley Elitefts™ VIP Gym Feature The Official Site of […]
Online Gym Class! Is That a Joke? Not in North Carolina
Logging onto the computer to take phys ed may sound like a spoof story from The Onion, but North Carolina’s Virtual Public School is piloting an online high school gym class this fall. - Anne Doss Helms No joke: North Carolina rolls out online phys ed classes by Anne Doss Helms of the Charlotte Observer ahelms@charlotteobserver.com […]
Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption with Contribution to Weight Loss
Does EPOC value cause significant weight reduction results?
Around the Web: Sports Performance Weekly - 5 Articles You Should Read
Using Facebook for good instead of evil. Five articles that will expand your knowledge and perspective.
Devan McConnell on Early Specialization
Brilliant and insightful Facebook post from Devan McConnell that I wanted to share. We as strength coaches have the responsibility of sharing information and educating parents, sport coaches, and administrators. Early Specialization Case Study: 15y/o plays 21 games plus 4 "skill sessions" over the course of 2 weeks. Has to miss a week of training. […]
Serrano Split Squats Drop Set
Try this brutal variation on an already brutal exercise: Serrano split squats with Matt Ladewski.
WATCH: A Better Way to Train High School Athletes
A year-round training solution for the multi-sport athletes.
LISTEN: Delegating High School Athlete Accountability Through Character ...
NSCA High School Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year Fred Eaves discusses the culture he has created at Battle Ground Academy.
Hands-On Kettlebell Mechanics Workshop with Ken and Sheri Whetham
Sign up now for this September 5th workshop that will emphasize the proper technique and mechanics of kettlebell sport.
Bridging the Gap: My Powerlifting Experience with EliteFTS
Two years ago I stepped inside the EliteFTS S4 Compound for the first time for Learn to Train 6. A lot has changed in the past two years, and it all started with that first experience at an EliteFTS seminar.
WATCH: Buddy Morris's Physical Preparation for Football
This specially-released footage from the elitefts Sport’s Performance Training Summit goes inside the mind of a strength and conditioning pioneer.
James Clear's 2015 Procrastination Seminar
"Conquer your inner blocks, focus on what matters, and shave 10 hours off your workweek." - James Clear
CVASPS: Will You Be There?
This whole thing has always been and always will be about helping coaches get better, so we want to have any many involved as possible. That’s why we price it the way we do and offer the options we do because if we can limit the financial burden, it allows more coaches to be involved. - Jay DeMayo
12 Tips for the Advanced Lifter
If you've been in the sport for more than a few years, you no longer need programming tips and coaching cues. These higher level lessons will help you reach your prime.
5th Set for Powerlifting Released Exclusively on elitefts.com
The most highly-anticipated elitefts ebook has finally dropped.
My First Trip to elitefts and Talking with Dave Tate
My mentor and I traveled to London, Ohio and saw first-hand that some people truly never stop learning.
Staying Cool During Your Outdoor Summer Workouts
Don't let the summer's heat ruin your outdoor workouts. Use these 4 tips to stay cool and enjoy your workouts outside.
Your Lats' Responsibilities During Deadlifts
It is imperative to keep your lats tight while deadlifting; Joe Schillero shares 3 coaching cues that help keep him in an ideal postural position.
The NSCA National Conference
The NSCA National Conference is happening this week and somehow, I have tricked them into letting me speak again. In all seriousness, it's been 2 years since I've been able to attend and it will be great to catch up with colleagues and learn from some of the best in our industry. NSCA National Conference, […]
WATCH: Adjusting the Glute-Ham Raise to Optimize Your Training
Don’t let a substandard equipment setup ruin your best asset for posterior chain strength.
LISTEN: Mark McLaughlin's Best Practices for Physical Preperation
The owner of Performance Training Center has combined a comprehensive program management system with extensive communication skills to optimize athlete development.
Central Virginia Sports Performance Seminar!
One of the best seminars available anywhere is less than two weeks away.
Adolescent Overuse Injuries: Males vs. Females
Overuse injuries are a pain to deal with (literally). Adolescent female athletes seem to be more susceptible to overuse injuries primarily due to a lack of nutrition. Watch out for the female athlete triad!
Leadership Lessons from Offensive Lineman
One of the attributes which separates an average leader from a stellar one is how well they are able to understand the impact their decisions have on other people.
LISTEN: Chris Doyle Off-Season and In-Season
Iowa’s Strength and Conditioning Coach Chris Doyle sets a high standard for coaches and athletes to aspire for.
Lacrosse Training and Sports Psychology at Sean Kelly's Performance...
After a lucrative eight-year career in the world of trading equity derivatives, this gym-owner gave up Wall Street for a life of sports training.
