Think of grip strength like any other type of strength. To make it stronger, you have to train it heavier.
JL Holdsworth and Douglas Heel join Dave to discuss their travels and share ideas on healing and performance in serving diverse populations.
Sometimes ego helps you out in powerlifting. Sometimes it doesn’t. Here’s where the ego will bite you, and how to mold yourself for your best lifting and life.
Believe it or not, it took less than $20,000 to get my gym, THIRST, up and running. It’s a little over a year old now, and it’s still going strong. Point is, you don’t have to be a millionaire to start up your own gym. Here’s how I did it with THIRST.
“We only have our word.” For Union Fitness owner Casey Williams, his history with elitefts, staff, integrity, and the imagery of Pittsburgh unions and steel are the things that hold his gym and community together.
In this episode of Table Talk Podcast, Dave Tate and JL Holdsworth reminisce about their time at Westside Barbell, perspective and the meaning of “going all in,” figuring out band and chain percentages, and more.
So, how does this voodoo work? Honestly, I’m not sure. I don’t really care, though, because I know it works and has been a big asset to my training during the past couple of years.
A new perspective on the squat that will change the sports performance industry.
Two words forever changed JL’s perspective on what it means to grow a business.
The mind-blowing lifts and accomplishments that have occurred in the S4 are too numerous to recount, but there are a few that stick out in Dave’s mind.
What started in a 2,000-square-foot facility is now two, 20,000-square-foot locations. And JL Holdsworth has his sights set on even more growth.
Whether you’re starting your business or have been around for years, one of the most important parts of your success is understanding and controlling consumer perception of your brand.
Listen to Dave, in his own words, explain why he chose each presenter for the summit and how he believes their knowledge can help any professional in this industry.
This subject has caused heated debates among close friends, but in the end, the undeniable logic of the facts wins out. It’s time to redefine squatting by looking at ankle flexion, stance, and knee flexion.
You may have heard or read a few things about Dave’s second hip replacement and the PRs that led to his surgery, but no one has heard the full story. Until now.
The purpose of this tool is to identify problems and compensations in an individual’s movement patterns and to restore neurological balance to allow the body to perform the way it naturally should.
Stories of Westside, vomit, blood, cysts, spine health, circa max training, pizza, and more…
Being able to seek new ways to perform at your best is just as important as finding the best gym, and this is why I think it’s so important to share RPR with everyone.
People will be talking about the 2016 SWIS for a long time to come as one of the best symposiums ever.
When I left the certification with Douglas Heel, I told him that his system has had the biggest impact on my thoughts on strength training since finding Westside Barbell.
For a lot of reasons, we haven’t shared the details of what has been going on to help my training. I’m going to bring everyone up to speed now.
Every relationship has its highs and lows. You can’t stay on the honeymoon forever.
Things are getting hot between Dave and JL. What’s behind this growing bond?
Following this exclusive elitefts event, we have shared coaching videos and lessons from the weekend. Here’s everything in one place.
In this final collection of footage we’ll share from our April training camp, the three expert coaches demonstrate the proper way to learn and improve the bench press.
The founder of elitefts spoke with all attendees, finalizing a day of learning with coaches JL Holdsworth, Swede Burns, and Casey Williams,.
JL, Swede, and Casey continue their question-and-answer session by addressing how lifters can increase recoverability and maintain strength during weight loss.
JL, Swede, and Casey answer multiple questions in this video, ranging from how to control training intensity to picking openers to nutrition for powerlifters.
JL Holdsworth, Swede Burns, and Casey Williams opened their training camp by answering this question.
Somehow this all ties into real-world experience and the steps taken to reach success as a business owner. Trust us.
Screw up your back and being unable to squat or deadlift won’t be your only concern.
Dave and JL talk about the aspects of Circa Max that many lifters overlook: the what, how, when, why, and who.
If visions of vomit, blood, cysts, and puss make you queasy, find another video to watch.
You will have the opportunity to learn about any topic in strength training you choose, from execution of the main lifts all the way down to minute details of accessory work.
JL Holdsworth joins Dave for a look back at the years they spent training at Westside and everything they learned there.
If you aren’t doing this right, say goodbye to building a fully developed backside.
It is no accident that The Spot Athletics has a distinct persona in the sports performance industry; JL and his coaches have worked hard to establish precisely the training facility they want for their clients.
There is a lesson of loyalty and leadership to be learned from the journey of Derek Millender.
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.
Mark Watts visits JL Holdsworth and his staff at The Spot Athletics to discuss instruction of the squat and how to create proficiency in an untrained population.
The clothing we wear makes a statement of our fashion, but what does it say about our character?
There's more to our athletes than big numbers and world-class physiques. Find out what really matters to Team elitefts this holiday season.
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?
Overcoming knee injuries and numerous life changes, Holdsworth sees how he ranks in the bench and deadlift categories.
This man will kick you so hard in the chest, you will crap your ribs out. Literally. Out of your butthole.
JL Holdsworth instructs his athlete on how to properly perform a plank for better transfer to walking out heavy squats and pulling heavier deadlifts
This man can punch you so hard your teeth will hit your girlfriend like shrapnel. Listen to him.