STRENGTH FEED EXCLUSIVE: WATCH: Q&A with elitefts Director of Perfor...
Join us in this Strength Feed Exclusive re-broadcast as Sam Brown takes your questions!
Run Faster, Jump Higher with this 1 EXERCISE (DON'T Make These 4 Mi...
One exercise to rule them all. BOX SQUATS. Nate Harvey shows us how this one exercise can dramatically increase your explosiveness as well as 4 mistakes to avoid when performing it.
Coach Jordan Shallow: Well Done > Well Said.
elitefts coach and doctor, Jordan Shallow is no slouch when it comes to busting his ass in the gym. So often we find the world of training, fitness, and social media hiding in the weeds of fancy pictures, overly drawn-out captions, and frivolous mantras when it comes to training and "putting in the work" or […]
Simple Way to Find a Better Deadlift Position
A correct deadlift position is CRUCIAL for a better pull. If your starting position sucks, then your lift will suck. Nic Bronkall quickly shows you how to find the best starting position to better your deadlift!
IT'S NOT ABOUT LUCK - St. Patrick's Day Lifting Motivation OLD...
Believe it or not, you can breath WRONG! Improper breathing can be the difference between making that lift and not. It's a BLAST FROM THE PAST! We got some classic St. Patty's day motivation for guys. As Dave will tell you, it's not about luck. "It's about putting in the f$$king work!"
LISTEN: Elitefts Coach and Columnist Dr. Jordan Shallow on the RX'D...
Today Dr. Jordan Shallow welcomes Matt Vincent to RX’D Radio. Matt Vincent is a 2X Highland Games World Champion, the CEO of HViii Brand Goods, UMSO Podcast host, CEO of Habit Coffee Co, and a full-time adventurer. Shallow and Matt start the discussion off about the value of experience versus education, as well as their […]
Building Bigger Quads and Healthy Knees with Phil Daru and Elitefts
Not only is Phil Daru an amazing coach, he also understands how if you want to get the best results in the gym, you need to make sure you have all the tools you need. Check out this post from Coach Phil Daru about how to add some variation when utilizing the Elitefts Belt Squat […]
NFL's Lane Johnson and his Elitefts Barn Gym!
When it is time to get to serious training Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle and Super Champion Lane Johnson knows who to call. Check out the full video here and give us a shout if you are ready to up your at home training game!
Residual Training Effects with Elitefts Coach Nic Bronkell
Vladimir Issurin defined residual training effects as the retention of changes in the body state and motor abilities after the cessation of training beyond a certain time period. In other words, how long after you stop training will a certain quality be retained. You have to know how fast you will lose the obtained […]
How to BRACE RIGHT for a Stronger & More Stable Squat
Believe it or not, you can breath WRONG! Improper breathing can be the difference between making that lift and not. Nic Bronkall goes over how to recognize improper breathing and how to fix it to OPTIMIZE YOUR SQUAT. Check out the article from Nick here!
LISTEN: Coach Tony Montgomery's Podcast, Coach's Corner
Coaches Corner · Coaches Corner Episode 72 In episode 72 of Coaches Corner we dive into some shenanigans first before getting into the questions. Thanks for the questions and keep them coming! We dive into what makes moments so special in powerlifting and the community behind it. We give nutrition advice for two different topics […]
TOP 3 BEST SHOULDER EXERCISES for Healthy Shoulders
Find yourself stiffer than a board? So jacked you can't reach your back? Try these 3 exercises to increase mobility in your shoulders and keep them healthy! Check out articles from Nick here!
Sub-Maximal Training, Maximal Results: A 6 Week Beginner / Intermediate ...
This is a basic six-week training cycle for an intermediate or beginner lifter who has reached a plateau in their training. Beginner/intermediate, in this case, refers to someone who has been lifting and following a training routine for 6-12 months. For this article, “squat” refers to the barbell back squat. This is not a […]
NFL Strength Coach Fixes Powerlifter's Knee | From the Archives wit...
It's a BLAST FROM THE PAST! The footage may be grainy, but the coach is as good as ever 15 years later. Coach Buddy Morris helps Dave Tate recover from a knee injury (as filmed by Jim Wendler). As Buddy explains, post-injury inflammation can cause the VMO to have some issues firing correctly. Here's […]
Why YOU Should be Using Lifting Chains to Build Size & Strength. How...
It's a BLAST FROM THE PAST! We went rummaging around in the vault and found an awesome (if grainy) explanation on the hows and whys of using chains in your squat, bench, deadlift, and more! Chains are an awesome way to introduce variety for powerlifting and bodybuilding training.
Dave Tate on Big Ramy and Size vs. Conditioning in Bodybuilding. Is BIG ...
Dave Tate sits down with Co-Host Sam Brown to discuss takeaways from Mr. Olympia 2020- is size or conditioning more important? Is Big Ramy really THAT big? (Yes, he is.) Is bodybuilding really about competing against YOURSELF?
Fitness Badges Of Honor From A Strength Coach With 20 Years Experience -...
When you've been in an industry or profession for over 20 years, you see trends come and go. You see gimmicks and fads rise and crash. You also see a lot of, for lack of a better term, Badges of Honor. I'm sure it's in other professions as well, but fitness is an industry where […]
Swede Crushers for Strong Lats, Big Triceps and a Monster Bench
Elitefts Coach & Columnist Swede Burns demonstrates and coaches "Swede Crushers", which Swede refers to as a hybrid between rolling tricep extensions and the JM press. The purpose is to build both the triceps and the lats. Swede coaches Tragen Moore on how to do Swede Crushers to increase his bench press.
Swede Burns Discusses Training To Failure For Maximal Strength Gains
Elitefts Coach & Columnist Swede Burns explains his thoughts on training to failure in powerlifting.
Bench Press Tips & Tricks For Tall Lifters
elitefts team member Christian Anto came to the Elitefts S5 Compound with his team of powerlifters and shot some videos with the crew. In this video, Christian teaches how get the most out of your leverages if you're a long-limbed lifter, for the bench press.
5 WAYS TO INCREASE LONGEVITY IN POWERLIFTING AND OTHER SERIOUS STRENGTH ...
Be honest, are you really doing all 5? "Avoid Overtraining You have to increase the amount of volume you are able to recover from. The only way to recover from higher volumes is intelligent programming, patience, smart recovery, and listening to your body. If you don’t feel recovered between sessions, then your volume is probably […]
The PERFECT Mindset For Maximum Lifts. It’s NOT What You Expect!
"By concentrating INTENSELY on what you desire and fueling that passion, you can fill your mind with it and actually “go blind” to all else. There is one huge caveat to this mindset: your training must be FLAWLESS. Wanting it is not enough. Let me explain. The perfect mindset (what is going on in […]
Casey Williams Rules To Deload By. Breaking It Down Using The 60% Rule.
"The Rules of a Deload: Take the exact (or almost exact) training sessions from the previous week and... 1. Reduce intensity by 60% (not 60% of your max but 60% of the previous week). 2. Reduce volume by 60% 3. Remove taxing movements - taxing will mean different things to different lifters (For me […]
Several Ways To Totally Screw Up Your Supplemental Movements In Training
"There are a few major ways I see lifters go astray when it comes to supplemental training. The first and biggest way is doing every set to failure. We are not bodybuilders, and we have very different goals than bodybuilders. The second mistake is training supplemental exercises too heavy. Most of the seriously heavy […]
5 Ways To Take Your Program To The Next Level
1. Prioritize Strength Training It’s important to note that strength provides the basis for success across multiple modalities, increased resiliency and longevity, connecting to every biomotor ability. Even if the goal isn’t necessarily to improve maximal strength (increasing your 1-rep max squat), there are still connections between maximal strength and other abilities such as […]
Top 5 Tips To Add 100 Pounds To Your Deadlift
1. Pull In Both Stances I decided to go back to powerlifting and tested out where my sumo was. First time I went back to it, the weights were flying off the floor, and I went on to pull 800 pounds at the meet. Getting stronger in my weaker stance added 100 pounds to […]
ASK DAVE TATE ANYTHING: REDDIT AMA MONDAY
ONLY ON r/powerlifting (the powerlifting subreddit) Ask Dave Tate (almost) anything on Monday, February 8th. We'll start answering questions at 2PM EST, but you'll be able to submit questions early! Looking forward to hearing from you! ONLY ON r/powerlifting (the powerlifting subreddit) Ask Dave Tate (almost) anything on Monday, February 8th. We'll start answering questions […]
Powerlifting Coach Casey Williams Answers What Grip To Use On The Bench ...
From Casey's Coaching Blo I had a question come in the other day regarding bench grip: "Does the whole finger need to be covering the ring or does it simply need to be in contact with the ring?" I don't pay attention to feds or their rules with any type of regularity. As far as […]
A Real Strength Coaches Guild To Writting Training Programs
From Matt's Coaching Blog Part One I'm sure I've done something like this before. This process is evolving all the time. Not a lot has changed, but there's always a new "twist" as I try to improve what I do. My latest "improvement" is due to an intern that actually wants to be a […]
Dave Kirschen's Free 443 Page E-Book On How To Use Powerlifting Gear
Click On Book To Down Load ebook - No strings attached.
John Meadows, Shaun Clarida & Terrence Ruffin Stop Out To The elitef...
You are in for a treat today. We are back at Elitefts with Mr Olympia Shaun Clarida and runner up Terrence Ruffin. We are hitting chest and shoulders and let me tell you this was an epic workout. If you think you are up to it give this chest and shoulder workout a try. It […]
How Much Money Would It Take To Get ALL The Best Squatters To Compete Ag...
Our sources say that Blaine Sumner and Dan Bell are in (assuming they can peak for it). We have also been told this will be Multi-Ply. From Brian Carroll's Post SQUAT ONLY run what you brung. Tag your boys. Id need big money to unretire. What would it take the others like @optimusprime_334 and @thevanillagorilla92 […]
Why Hook Grip, If It Hurts So Bad? Could It Be Worth It?
Hook Grip is a complicated beast. On one hand, it HURTS. On the other hand, Eric Maroscher has a few reasons why it's a skill worth learning.
JM Blakley's *MAXIMUM INTENSITY* Bench Lockout Training Using GRIND...
Elitefts Columnist and Bench Press legend JM Blakley teaches how to get past sticking points in the bench press, specifically the lockout.
Programming for Size and Strength: The Overall Structure of Conjuphasic
What is "Conjugphasic"? Christian Anto explains the hows and whys this system for size and strength and gains in his athletes, and how YOU can implement it and make some SERIOUS gains. Conjuphasic programming: Eccentrics Phase _________________________ Week 1 Day 1 Heavy Lower *Cambered Bar Max 3: *Drop Weight 30% then 3x5 + 5 […]
Build MASSIVE Shoulders with JM Blakley's Special Technique
Many coaches can teach you how to isolate muscles, but how many can teach you how to shut off and not use the muscles you're not supposed to use? Elitefts Columnist and Bench Press legend JM Blakley demonstrates and explains both, specifically dealing with the Shoulder and Tricep muscles in this video.
NFL Strength Coach Fixes Powerlifter's Knee | From the Archives wit...
It's a BLAST FROM THE PAST! The footage may be grainy, but the coach is as good as ever 15 years later. Coach Buddy Morris helps Dave Tate recover from a knee injury (as filmed by Jim Wendler). As Buddy explains, post-injury inflammation can cause the VMO to have some issues firing correctly. Here's a […]
elitefts Power Bar Product Highlights - The Most Aggressive Knurling On ...
The elitefts Power Bar is BACK! -"Probably the sharpest knurling there is. Yowza!" @garagegymreviews If that sounds good to you- this is THE bar to put at the center of your garage gym or training facility. Head over to elitefts.com to grab one today!
Dave Tate's Top 5 Max Effort Bench Press Movements
1. Various Board Presses — Same as bench press except you'll bring the bar down to a select number of 2 x 6 boards on your chest. The two board press would be two 2 x 6's (one on top of the other). The board is usually around 12 to 16 inches in length to […]
JM Blakley's Secret Tricep Exercise
Elitefts Columnist and Bench Press legend JM Blakley reveals a secret exercise he uses to build the tricep muscles, but more specifically the long head tricep.
Swede Burns Attempt Selection For Powerlifting Or Max Attempts
"Like I mentioned before, this system was designed to be used with maxes taken during a peaking cycle. Preferably those maxes would have been taken on their own days, around a month or so out from the meet, after months of training. That’s how we peak with 5thSet. Of course, there is plenty of specific […]
Jim Wendler's Favorite Accessory Movements
Jim Wendler's favorite accessory movements from his article "The Triumverate!"What are your favorite accessory movements? Let us know in the comments!
Training Seminar at Full Circuit Athletics
ConjugateU in the LO!! (That's Buffalo for you non-716ers)
OSU Football Practice Starts August 2
The upcoming 130th season of Buckeye football is an exciting and nerve-wracking one, as former OSU Head Coach Urban Meyer retired last January, leaving the program in the hands of Ryan Day. We'll get a preview of the upcoming season with the team's 1st fall practice.
Gene Rychlak, 1st Man to Bench Over 900 and 1,000 Pounds and RPS Founder...
Gene Rychlak Jr., president and founder of RPS and the first man to bench over 900 and 1,000 pounds, died this morning due to a heart condition.
Safe Sport Act Update: Keep Your Gym Up to Code
Gym owners: Here's a quick reminder that the Safe Sport Act will extend to your businesses starting December 1st, 2020. Not sure about the requirements? Listen to this Two-Brain Business podcast episode for a refresher course.
Happy 4th of July from elitefts!
This Fourth of July weekend, the S5 Compound will be the training grounds for elitefts athlete Meana Albersworth, who's working on getting her lifts up for her upcoming meet. Enjoy the fireworks and hot dog eating contests. May your gains be great!
2024 Olympics to Add 4 New Sports to Event Lineup
The IOC announced 4 new sports for the 2024 Olympics in Paris: surfing, breakdancing, skateboarding, and sport climbing. If you can't wait that long, there's good news: Everything except breakdancing will debut at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo!
Introducing New elitefts IG Athlete Andrew Herbert
You might recognize Andrew Herbert from the first episode of Table Talk Podcast. But now, as a new elitefts IG Athlete, you'll recognize him as you follow his training on Instagram @herbietheluvbug.
Introducing New elitefts Columnist and Coach JM Blakley
The founder of the JM Press is now part of the elitefts team. Welcome our newest columnist and coach: JM Blakley! Keep an eye out for an upcoming article he wrote about the mind-muscle connection and don't forget to follow his coaching blog.
Chris Tutela Records Podcast Episode with Joe DeFranco
In the seventh episode of "The Iron Life Podcast," Chris Tutela and Joe DeFranco will talk about exercise variations, group training programming, and more. The episode will drop Friday, June 21st.
Juji Trains at His "Favorite Gym on The Planet"
Jon "Jujimufu" Call recently trained at the elitefts S5 Compound with elitefts CEO and co-founder Dave Tate. To see his head-to-toe workout and an exclusive look at the S5 Compound, read on!
Watch the 2019 World Classic Powerlifting Championships Live
Starting 3 a.m. EST tomorrow, June 10th, until Saturday, June 15th, you can live-stream the Open category finals of the 2019 World Classic Powerlifting Championships at olympicchannel.com.
JL Holdsworth Pens Feature Article on T-Nation.com
Owner of The Spot Athletics and recent elitefts seminar speaker JL Holdsworth co-wrote a feature article about the deadlift on T-Nation.com. Be sure to check it out!
"Founder, Farmer, Tinker, Thief" is Now an Amazon.com Bestseller
Not only did Chris Cooper's book make the Amazon.com Bestseller List, but it's the No. 1 new release in the Retailing Industry section! And don't forget to buy a copy of "Founder, Farmer, Tinker, Thief" today!
Introducing New elitefts Columnist and Coach Dr. Jordan Shallow
Dr. Jordan Shallow, DC, is a strength and conditioning coach, powerlifter, consultant and chiropractor, and RX'D RADIO podcast co-host from Windsor, Ontario. Oh, and he's also the latest addition to Team elitefts.
Be Part of a Groundbreaking Strength Sports Study
elitefts columnist Marilia Coutinho needs help gathering data for her latest scholastic endeavor: a first-of-its-kind scholarly series about the science of lifting gear benefits. No matter your sport or gear use, take a survey on knee sleeves. Remember to share!
Anne Sheehan Receives Invitation to Elite Meet
One of the newest members of Team elitefts just received an invitation to an elite powerlifting meet. Be sure to keep an eye out for Anne's results on October 19th, 2019.