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01 Feb A Call To Strength

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I don't usually write articles that are "rah-rah" or inspirational. While I definitely want to inspire you, that's typically not my bag to write the "rah-rah" type stuff. My thing is more about teaching ideas, concepts, or methods that you can walk away with and apply. Well, this article is a little different. With the release of my recent book The Edge of Strength I outlined my entire approach to training and optimizing human potential through decades of experiences. I've made mistakes, but I've also learned a lot and continue to learn every day. It was the legendary George Hackenschmidt who simply stated that “a man cannot derive real enjoyment from life unless he possesses a powerful and healthy physical constitution." I believe this to be true and this is why I wrote my book.

28 Dec The 5 Best Fitness Books of The Year (2015 Edition)

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Here's my 4th annual post summarizing the top 5 fitness books of the year. If you're a regular reader, you know how much value I place on reading great books to improve the quality of your life - in any subject, not just fitness. There were some great books this year, without a doubt. While I read a lot of books each year, I can't read everything, so I'm sure there were some other outstanding books that are probably deserving to be mentioned here, as well. The list criteria has evolved a bit through the years, so here's what I based things on this year:

29 Nov The Overhead Press – Is It Bad For The Shoulders?

Posted at 23:58h in Barbells, Injury Prevention 6 Comments

Is the overhead press bad for the shoulders? That's a common question and often a very debated one. Should you avoid this exercise? And, what are the benefits versus the risk? I’ll give you my perspective, as both a strength athlete and former PT (physical therapist). I'll tell you why I love this exercise, but it may not be right for you. I’ll talk about pressing in the context of using a barbell, which can be viewed as the most demanding on the shoulders.

03 Oct Quick Start Guide to Movement and Mobility

Posted at 14:35h in Mobility, Movement 0 Comments

Mobility is such a common buzzword in the fitness industry today, but what exactly is it? Before you read ahead, think about this - how do you define mobility? And, how do you define good movement? In this article, I'll provide some simple background information about movement and mobility so that you have a better understanding and can assess your own movement and mobility.

23 Aug Why We All Need A Coach

Posted at 16:41h in Performance 0 Comments

I remember not too long ago interviewing Dan John for the podcast. In the interview, he mentioned that he had a coach to help him with his training. I was shocked that even Dan John had a coach, but quickly realized how right he was. You see, we all need a coach, no matter what level we're at. We all need a coach to get to the next level - assuming you want to actually get to the next level and I'm sure you do. Here's 7 reasons why we all need a coach.

21 Jul Why I Fell In Love With Olympic Weightlifting (And You Can Too)

Posted at 22:11h in Olympic Weightlifting 0 Comments

Question for you. Do you ever stop and really think about how your training evolving? Are you cruising along or are you making real progress? I mean, think about it. How are YOU getting better?

30 Jun Quarterly Reading List: 5 Amazing Books You Should Check Out

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Let me be honest with you, I’m a book nut. No - I'm a book NUT. If you’re a regular reader or you listener to the podcast, you already know that. Books are just one of my passions though, just like training is my passion. I hope you enjoy reading, as much as I do because reading is one of the easiest things you can do to improve the quality of your life.

02 Jun The Ultimate Guide To Kettlebell Training

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WHAT YOU'LL GET IN THIS GUIDE:

1) A complete and comprehensive overview of the benefits of kettlebell training 2) An understanding of the limitations to kettlebells - are they a "one-stop-shop" for everything? 3) What you need to know about the 2 main styles of kettlebell training 4) Specific steps for how to get started - and advice to elevate your training to the next level 5) The key exercises to focus on - whether you're beginner or advanced 6) Key resources for learning and advancing with kettlebells [/jbox] [br]

WHAT THIS GUIDE REPRESENTS

This guide represents the definitive guide to kettlebell training available online today.

Frustrated by the problems of mainstream fitness, Scott applies over 3 decades of unique experiences as a former physical therapist, an unconventional strength coach and teacher of movement. A performance specialist who empowers people to get stronger and optimize their physical potential. Passionate about teaching the fundamentals of strength. Recognized for engineering powerful programs to increase strength and power, build muscle, and enhance athleticism while taking a long-term approach to health and athletic performance. Dedicated to helping people take control of their health and fitness through a foundation of strength and improved human movement.
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