To say that we live in a world full of chaos and bitter divisiveness would be a gross understatement. This group hates that group, and on and on it goes. Whether it is religion, politics, sexuality, race or whatever many act like they have the only right way to live and you should be justContinue reading “Leave your differences outside the gym”
Category Archives: cave strong nation
What brings the most improvement?
I read an article in T-Nation last year that really stuck with me. During yesterday’s Deadlifts for Disaster Relief event, one of our lifters had gone from a former PR of 235lb a few months ago to a new PR of 355lb. That is a big jump! He was pretty strong already when he cameContinue reading “What brings the most improvement?”
Pursue excellence one reps at a time
100% or not at all
I have heard quite a few people say this to me about training over the years, and it sounds like they are really motivated. I used to believe them when I was just starting out. I would think, “That guy is going to do really well. ” Here’s what he was really saying (between theContinue reading “100% or not at all”
The power of consistency
Powerlifting can make your stronger than you’ve ever been
I love all forms of heavy lifting! Many people, especially from other training disciplines, don’t seem to appreciate how strong Powerlifting can make a person. This is to their own detriment. People who may never have the desire to compete in Powerlifting, should still include Powerlifting in their training anyhow. My gym, the Cave, startedContinue reading “Powerlifting can make your stronger than you’ve ever been”
Some people “get it” about hard training, but most don’t
Sleep is your secret weapon in training
Handling stress through exercise
Life happens Life is hard Life is unfair Life sucks Ever heard these or thought them yourself? Probably, if you are honest with yourself. The media bombards people 24/7 with bad news, which is stressful enough. Most of the things you are watching or hearing about are happening to someone else or some place else.Continue reading “Handling stress through exercise”
The Cave 