I Am Jo Jordan
Powerlifting is a small and fleeting part of Jo’s existence. Although one of his top priorities, the joy of life is family. Learn more!
Jo Jordan Cuts Squat Suit to Lift 965 Pounds at 2019 XPCs
“It got to a point where I couldn’t feel my legs… I got the up call, and nothing happened.” Join Team elitefts athlete Jo Jordan as he receives his medal on-stage for the 2019 XPC Worlds competition. He recounts his lucky comeback in the squat event and shares a sneak peek at what happens behind the curtain…
2019 Arnold Sports Festival Report: Day 2 for Team elitefts
Saturday of the 2019 Arnold Sports Festival means one thing, and one thing only — the XPC Worlds! Fine, that's not entirely true...
XPC 2019: Jo Jordan's Post-Surgery Return
Team elitefts athlete Jo Jordan hasn't participated in the XPC Worlds since 2017. Two years later, and he's ready to go, even if his strength isn't quite recovered after his recent shoulder surgery. Still, that's not stopping him anytime soon...
XPC Finals — My First 2400-Pound Total
My first meet as part of elitefts was the first Lexen Pro/Am ten years ago. Last weekend, in Columbus again, I finally got to 2400.
2016 Arnold Sports Festival — Expo, XPC Meet Reports, and S4 Compound Ev...
Team elitefts did more than just compete this year at the Arnold. Everything we did is compiled here in one super-sized article.
Reliving the Powerlifting Glory Days: Pride, Inspiration, and the 2008 I...
Fame? We never wanted it. My, how times have changed.
Buffalo Bar Squats with Jo Jordan
Watch Jo Jordan squat with the buffalo bar as he prepares for RPS Southern Conquest Meet.
Speed Bench with Jo Jordan
Double your bench press numbers by adding speed bench to your benching routine.
"Speed Kills" Speed Pulls with Jo Jordan
Want to get back to the basics on your deadlift? Jo Jordan shows you how “speed kills” by incorporating speed pulls into your workouts.
2015 RPS Redemption Meet Report (With Video)
I may not have hit my goals, but I qualified for the XPC Finals and claimed two masters records.
100 Hardcore Reps, Health Nazis, and Back Crushers
Jo Jordan, Kenny Patterson, Matt Kroc, and Stevie P. know all about Training Insanity!
WATCH: A Message from Team elitefts
There's more to our athletes than big numbers and world-class physiques. Find out what really matters to Team elitefts this holiday season.
WATCH: Team elitefts Shares What Change Led to Their Greatest Improvement
If you're looking to make the changes necessary to reach your goals, look to the guidance of these champion lifters. What do you need to change in your life?
Team Report: Relentless Detroit 2014
In an event designed to foster hope, three members of elitefts use their talents for more than PRs.
The Team elitefts Original Soundtrack
What does it take to crank your training intensity? Team elitefts goes all Siskel & Ebert on that.
Gear on the Brain
Serious lifters love it, but novice lifters have no clue how to get started. Our top gear experts answer your questions!
PL Newbie Guide
How to prepare, what to expect, and all that comes in between your first time on the platform.
Gear Funk, Taint Stitching and Taco Tuesday
The equivalent of having the current Super Bowl champion team and coaching staff giving pointers to your intramural flag football team. Don’t miss our Twitter chats!
Adventures in Spinal Surgery
I believe that since I’ve been training with it like this these last couple of years, at least I should be able to continue without a problem.
Mike Robertson working with Jo Jordan
Jo Jordan working with Mike Robertson with Rotator and Upper Back Work
Obedience and Training at the UGSS
Things were much less stressful having Frey there to call my next weight and the rep scheme.