I’ve decided to start compiling my own “articles of the week” that go up here on EliteFTS. I’ve been an avid reader of EVERY article for roughly the past 4 years, and it’s the sole place that I go to increase my knowledge base, lifting, coaching, and personal growth. If you aren’t reading the articles on this site, you are really doing yourself a disservice! With that being said, here is the week in review of articles I either found interesting, useful, or just down right awesome. These are articles that spiked my interest and only reflect my views, but check em out and you can expect these every weekend for a LONG time. Enjoy!


Talk about a well rounded week of content. Science, Training, Strength and Conditioning, Weaknesses, and MORE.

General Mistakes All Powerlifters Make by Marshall Johnson

Foundation of Speed Development: Acceleration by Ben Jacobs

The Truth About Energy Systems (Part 2) by Jonathan Mike

9 Log Press Mistakes and How to Fix Them by Mike Mastell

3 Powerlifting Rules We Keep Forgetting by Joe Schillero

LISTEN: What Constitutes the Mecca of Strength and Conditioning? by Mark Watts

WATCH: Coaching Breakdown of Competitive Kettlebell Movements by Sheri Whetham

How to Measure Rack Height and Gear Size by Eric Maroscher

How to Develop a Training Philosophy by Dave Tate

LISTEN: Instilling Passion and Eliminating Excuses by Mark Watts