Category Archives: #how to get strong

Before the New Years madness begins

Two holidays back-to-back can set you back more than you think, unless you are an extremely disciplined person. Many in America will gain about ten pounds during the holidays. This seems to be repeated every year, and it adds up. Most people never take that extra weight off. However, that doesn’t have to be theContinue reading “Before the New Years madness begins”

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”

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”

Are certifications over-rated?

Only a handful of certifications are really worthwhile to get, in my opinion. I went after numerous certifications when I was just starting out. Back then I really didn’t how little some of them would actually apply to the types of training I have found to be the most effective. Don’t get me wrong, someContinue reading “Are certifications over-rated?”