Wondering when to push beyond contest weight for reps and how to structure your training program for optimal performance without compromising recovery?
Recomping is a strategy of simultaneously losing body fat and gaining muscle mass aka the holy grail.
Believe it or not, science can play a big role in your podium placement. The “nervous system first” approach can improve your lifts, and keep you lifting longer.
Read about real-life applications and the importance of training for specific tasks, debunking the thought that machines are safer for the elderly.
This comprehensive 20-week training program blends endurance and strength training to get you prepared for your next race.
The mind-muscle connection is an important mode to use for training. Here’s another one…
Rather than just writing one cycle, I’ve decided to make an easy to follow quasi-article that contains all the different cycles for the squat that I’ve used with success. YES to chains and bands.
Save your hard-earned money by learning how to train yourself. You’ll never need to hire a trainer again.
Discover why these specialty bars are indispensable for first responders and military personnel, providing unmatched value that extends far beyond the gym.
Discover the benefits of nonlinear training and its impact on strength, power and speed.
Learning what to do with your neck and head in your deadlifts might give you just what you need to hit a new PR. Don’t take head positioning for granted.
Did shuffling with a ruck for 30-40 miles a week wreak havoc? Absolutely. Learn now to build your ruck SMARTER and STRONGER.
Programming is important, but having a foundation that allows you to tackle your programming is the key. Don’t forget these 5 pillars to get the most out of your training.
In the second article of this series, we look at the pros and cons of utilising a whole-body approach with your training.
The side plank is one of the toughest exercises to do correctly. Use these cues and tips to get the most out of your side plank positions.
Ashley Jones started training in 1979 and has coached athletes and general population alike. Forty-four years later, he shares some of his most poignant takeaways.
Peaking for your meet day should happen around six weeks out. Here’s a thorough plan to make sure you get the most out of your lifts when the time comes to step on the platform.
The McGill Big 3 has been used for over three decades to help people recover from back pain. However, with the surge in online gurus and overnight trainers, the Big 3 has often been butchered and changed from its original intent.
Whole-body training is highly underutilized in today’s world, and yet, it’s one of the fundamental programming methodologies to date.
Deadlift technique should precede everything else. Learn the golden rules of deadlifting first, practice them hard and often, then load up the bar.
Female athletes require good coaching and programming, just like their male counterparts. However, our industry frequently does them a disservice. Let’s change that.
“Train movements, not muscles.” This philosophy isn’t completely wrong, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. Learn how to build a program that does both.
Powerlifters equate cardio and conditioning with losing strength gains, but that couldn’t be further from the truth.
Creatine is one of the most studied ergogenic aids on the planet. However, most people who use creatine do so for strength gains. Surprisingly, creatine can offer a lot more, especially for anyone playing soccer.