I’ve decided to start compiling my own “articles of the month” that go up here on EliteFTS. I’ve been an avid reader of EVERY article for roughly the past 6+ 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 month 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 month for a LONG time. Enjoy!


Due to multiple commitments, the Quick Picks Series has be dwindled down to the top 10 articles of the month that I enjoyed reading. While there are nearly 60 articles to sift through, picking just 10 is tough. I still highly encourage you to read ALL the articles, but if you're cramped on time, these are where I would start.

Bench, Squat, and Deadlift Alternatives for Bodybuilding by Mark Dugdale

Bodybuilding Exercises for Powerlifters - Widen Your Grip to Beef Up Your Back and Deadlift by Ben Pollack

Building the Raw Deadlift by Brandon Smitley

Upper Back for the Bench by Jim Wendler

Kettlebells Explained - A Guide to the Most Versatile Movements by Ken Whetham

The Gift of Perspective: Things to Know as a New Powerlifter, Lessons 11-14 by Eric Maroscher

Strongman Conditioning for Powerlifters by Matt Mills

Combatting Shoulder and Elbow Pain from Low Bar Squatting by Dani Overcash

How to Make Money as a Personal Trainer by David Allen

Fun Is for Children by Chuck Miller