Category Archives: #whatsyourgameplan
Laser-like focus is the key
One of the main things I have learned over the years from my martial arts, military service, and strength & conditioning is the importance of focusing 100% on the immediate task at hand. I remember many times having the door position on a night jump from a C-130; the only thing that mattered was seeingContinue reading “Laser-like focus is the key”
Grip strength–shout out to Jedd Johnson
Though there are other coaches and athletes who emphasize grip strength, Jedd Johnson was the first one that got my interest in it about ten years ago. A weak grip is like no grip at all! Think of how many things in your daily life that require grip strength. Even something as basic as aContinue reading “Grip strength–shout out to Jedd Johnson”
Finding your mentors
“None of us are as smart as all of us.” –author unknown When you are a young and cocky “know-it-all” and it’s obvious that all the world’s problems could be solved if they just listened to you; you are unknowingly in for a brutal wake-up call. Many people think they have it all figured out,Continue reading “Finding your mentors”
Squats for life
Athletes and coaches know that squats are vital to athletic performance. However, the general public does not know how important squats are for every day living, especially for older folks. Losing the ability to stand up unassisted is one of the major reason people end up in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Once theContinue reading “Squats for life”
The one-legged surfer
I often run into people who definitely refuse to accept limitations as opposed to those who never even try anything difficult. A couple of weeks ago I wrote a post about a young gal with no arms who seemed to doing just fine eating a a pizza place we were at. This evening, we wereContinue reading “The one-legged surfer”
Powerlifting & Strongman–two very important parts of our training
I was thinking the other day about the things that have been the greatest help to me in my own training and the training I have others do here at the Cave. While I am a big believer in tough bodyweight training, being able to interact with and learn from Powerlifters and Strongmen both inContinue reading “Powerlifting & Strongman–two very important parts of our training”
“Connecting the dots” on health and wellness
I mentioned in an earlier post that some people act like they are immune to the law of “cause and effect” when it comes to their health. Sometimes we as coaches wonder if people really just don’t “get it” when it comes to being healthy. We see it as very and straight -forward, very logical.Continue reading ““Connecting the dots” on health and wellness”
Free training? You’ve got to be kidding!
If you’re a coach, I know you have heard many people whine about how they can’t afford to train. Could they be the same people with the latest Smart Phone, a new car, a fancy apartment, and eat all their meals out? Good chance of that! The money factor is just an excuse (one ofContinue reading “Free training? You’ve got to be kidding!”
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