No matter what skill you're working on, here's some really simple advice to help improve your technique with kettlebells, barbell training, or any other training tool, for that matter. For example, let's take a look at the Turkish get up. The Turkish get up is actually a...
... 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...
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...
Well, there's a new published study that has some really interesting findings about the widely popular and growing CrossFit style of training. I definitely get excited about new research. Why? Because each study offers valuable information that we can learn from. I'll tell you the good, the bad, and...
The barbell is the undisputed king of strength, is it not? Understand this is not dogma, just pure truth. As much passion as I have for kettlebell training, there is no tool more effective to improve maximal strength than the mighty barbell. I have total respect for the...
The science shows us there are 2 different types of muscle growth or hypertrophy. And, it's important to understand this because one type appears to be much more functional than the other type. I'll explain what I mean. This hit me like a ton of bricks when I...
Which physical quality is more important, strength or endurance? This is not meant to be a trick question, by the way. It's just a question that may require a little thinking, but I'll fully explain the answer and the rationale in this article. Another important question is what...
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...