Testing Is Not Equal to Training
A tree measured but not watered will show no growth. Know when to put down the yardstick and pick up the watering can.
Misconceptions About Lactic Acid
Three more reps…yeah, three more. That’s it! Feel the burn. FEEL THAT BURN!
Goal-Smashing Programs
Different people, different needs, but three programs that guarantee success.
Ten Simple Tips to Get Bigger, Stronger, and Smarter
Straightforward diet and training fixes approved by Coach X.
Programming for Strength: Big Is a By-Product of Strong
After reading the review summary of the video of the elitefts roundtable on programs and programming, I felt I had to put my ideas down to join the discussion.
Powerlifting from a Teenager's Perspective
My dad, who would later become the best coach I ever had in my life, started showing me new powerlifting lifts.
Do You Have to “Suffer” While Dieting?
When it comes to dieting, why is it that everyone automatically thinks they have to suffer and deprive themselves from everything in life?
Using Videos and Pictures to Get Athletes to Buy In
Getting athletes to believe in their training program can be a tough task.
Managing the Training Process: Practical Considerations for Coaches
While strength and conditioning coaches need to keep their athletes in proper shape throughout the year, they must also be conscious and realistic about their players’ needs.
Being Human, Part 5: A Mountain of Challenge
The true masters of agility are not who you might think…
Iron Insights: Cheat Meal Power Guide
Sometimes you just need a cheat meal. Sheena describes how to do it right.
Using the Force-Velocity Curve to Build Better Athletes
The force-velocity curve is one of the most important concepts to understand when aiming to increase athletic performance.
Dropping Weight Classes: It’s About More Than the Scale
Many people think that dieting is the most difficult part about cutting weight for a meet. Yet, for Paul Oneid, the weight loss was not the obstacle… the accompanying factors were.
Shifting Paradigm: Strength/Power/Speed
Strength, power, and speed are all interesting concepts on their own, and each has its place in a strength and conditioning program.
The Science and Importance of Taking It to the Limit
I’m a strengthaholic. I’m consumed with lifting, learning about lifting, and teaching other people how they can lift better.
The Research Meathead
Due to a wide variety of factors involved, it isn’t yet possible to formulate any definitive recommendations concerning protein intake for maximizing sports performance.
Grip4orce Grippers for Total Body Muscle Building and Strength Gains
Whether training for quality gains in lean muscle mass in preparation for bodybuilding competition or for elite level athletic performance, we could all benefit from additional strength and muscle size increases.
