Coach Dru Patrick at the Cave: a look back

For about 18 months we had Coach Dru Patrick running the first ever Powerlifting class at our gym. He changed how we approached training in a big way! I owe him a debt of gratitude. Here are a few videos from that time

Clubs were used by Native Americans

Since we have added club and mace training to our programming, I wanted to add a bit of history on their use over the centuries. Many people are familiar with the club and mace training done in  countries like India, but probably not too many on their use here in America (granted America is aContinue reading “Clubs were used by Native Americans”

Pursue excellence one reps at a time

Fear of getting under the bar will derail your progress

I always have to chuckle when I hear someone, usually a young man, tell me he is not afraid of anything. Right away I know two things about him he’s never been in a dangerous situation he’s lying There is a reason for fear, just like there is for pain. They warn you of potentiallyContinue reading “Fear of getting under the bar will derail your progress”

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Bench press

If you are not using the bench press in your training, you are missing one of the best strength-building exercises around! Bench press at 69 years young http://cavestrong.net from Frank DiMeo on Vimeo. Never play the age card http://cavestrong.net from Frank DiMeo on Vimeo.