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29 Dec 10 Great Fitness Accessories.
I'm asked a lot about the training accessories I use, so I thought I'd write up a short list to share. This is not the primary equipment I use (meaning kettlebells, plates, bars, etc.), but some of the "staple" training accessories. These are all pretty much standard...
22 Dec 5 Keys to Take Control of Your Training
It's all about the plan and that's where effective training programs come into play, not the "randomness" of training. I get a lot of questions about training programs. I know it's hard, not only find the right program, but to stick it out and finish it through...
10 Dec The Minimalist Guide to Strength: Simple and Sinister
...well, I don't know what. The reality is that the simple programs and the fundamental exercises are what's most proven and effective. Do we really want what works or not? Simple and Sinister is very simple and very sinister in it's approach. The title of the book is extremely...
01 Dec Bottoms Up! Kettlebell Training Progressions.
If you want to take your kettlebell training to another level, I've got a suggestion. And, this method of training is backed up by scientific research by renowned spine biomechanist, Dr. Stuart McGill (who I was honored to interview in episode 35 of The RdellaTraining Podcast). The...
26 Nov The Rdella Rules: 12 Rules for Training Success
... 4.) PRACTICE. Another key to performance is "practice." Talent improves through deliberate practice. Results improves by meticulous habits of practice. Just ask any great champion or top performer. If we want better results, then we need to have better practice habits. Always practice and work on technique. Seek mastery. 5.) AIM HIGH. Set an...
24 Nov How to Combine Barbells and Kettlebells into Your Training (Workout Examples)
If you want the ultimate strength and conditioning combination, combining barbells and kettlebells into your programming is an amazing blend. This is something I'm asked about a lot. Here's how you do this to get the most out of these two amazing tools. Barbells and kettlebells are essentially...
18 Nov How Purposeful is Your Training? (Purpose Driven Training)
Why are you doing what you're doing? This is the rationale behind Purpose Driven Training. This is something I've always been extremely committed to in my own training. I always ask myself, "why am I doing this exercise?" Purpose Driven Training is exactly what it sounds like, training with a...