... Programming like this, with proper nutrition, will work like a "laser focused approach" on the goal of fat loss. There are tons of other simple programs like this for the same goal. I thought it was important to de-mystify fat loss programming. Who says exercise training has to...
One of the great benefits of kettlebell training, barbells, and appropriate bodyweight training is the constant improvement in motor control. Motor control is one of the keys to improving your performance, preventing injury, and ultimately helping you achieve the health and fitness goals you want. And, when...
... STORY #1: Karl Kay (Karlos, pictured above) I turned 50 in August 2013. Usual story to be told, a regular guy who was reasonably fit until his late 20s, then the whole typical poor diet and living on past glories caught up with me. I retired from competitive...
Last weekend was amazing. I had the honor to assist at the StrongFirst Level One Kettlebell Certification up in Philadelphia. The experience was incredible and it was great to enhance my coaching skills, as well as learn how to refine techniques and drill progressions. I could write an...
The bent press is an amazing exercise, but I've found that there's very limited information and training on how to effectively perform it. The more I learned and discovered about this lift, the more incredible and powerful it's become for me. I hope you'll discover this lift,...
You already know that the squat is an extremely powerful lift in effective strength training. But, would you be surprised to find out that you didn’t squat properly? The squat is a fundamental human movement and also one of the absolute best ways to build brute full body strength. Unfortunately,...
I recently had the honor to dive deeper and expand my own knowledge into movement and mobility at workshop here in South Florida. The workshop was so important, I thought I'd put together a short summary and share it. What you do with the information is up...
Let me tell you why the FMS™ (Functional Movement Screen) makes a lot of sense and can potentially help reduce the risk of injury for athletes, strength enthusiasts, and recreational exercisers. The FMS was developed by Gray Cook and Lee Burton to determine whether there is...