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

Posted at 23:58h in Barbells, Injury Prevention 5 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

Posted at 21:48h in Book Reviews 0 Comments

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

Posted at 19:00h in Guide, Kettlebells 0 Comments

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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.

09 Apr The Kettlebell Swing “Equalizer” Program

Posted at 13:59h in Kettlebells, Programming 0 Comments

Here's a simple kettlebell swing program to build strength and power with the one-hand kettlebell swing. I call this the "Equalizer" because you progressively take things up to another level to "equalize" your volume with a heavier kettlebell. It's a very simple progression - and it works. Check it out.

27 Mar The Awesomeness of The Turkish Get Up

Posted at 14:47h in Kettlebells, Movement 0 Comments

The Turkish Get Up (TGU) is one of the most valuable exercises for every fitness enthusiast and athlete. This isn't even a question. The TGU is an exercise that offers improved movement skills, dynamic strength, powerful and resilient shoulders, and a high level of mobility and stability. If there's a "breakthrough" exercise for most people, this is it.