My book launched on a Monday and by Wednesday morning it hit # 1 on Amazon Kindle Exercise Section and was also sitting in the top 10 for physical books. I was pumped when I got the news that we hit # 1 on Kindle, NO lie. I was psyched and fired UP! I was finishing up a training session with my buddy at The Underground Strength Gym in Manasquan and I sent my wife a text message right away. But then, I got an e mail from a Dad of 1 of the kids I train at my Underground Strength … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2014
Building Muscle – There Is Always A Way
I've spoken at length about how waiting for perfection will kill progress. I've spoken about it with regards to training as well as business. Where did this idea come from that for you to get started things have to be perfect? … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Ep 36: Life Changing Books, Brutal Biz Advice & Program Design
In this episode of The STRONG Life Podcast I answer a bunch of questions and add some ranting, naturally. I see no other way but to answer these questions with some hard core truth. Here's what I cover in this episode: … [Read more...]
Why Does Worrying Too Much Make You WEAK?
Should I squat with a box or with out? Should I use a double overhand grip, a hook grip or alternate grip? Should I pull sumo or conventional? Should I follow The Rock's Hercules program or 531 or 5 x 5 or ...... There are only a few details you need to concern yourself with. The details the majority of people worry about will NOT make the difference between you becoming a champion or not. Here are the details you need to concern yourself with: … [Read more...]
WHY You MUST Earn It & Respect It!
I was in Vermont at SPARTAN HQ with 15 other Underground Strength Coaches. 2 days in a row we trekked up the mountain behind Joe DeSena's house and although I had been to the top before, it never gets old at the top. But, I am sure, for some people, they don't get it.... They don't understand why they should embrace the work. This is why..... … [Read more...]
3 Renegade Documentaries That Changed My Life
Is this blog even about building muscle anymore? Why all this life talk? I assume, these are some of the thoughts fleeting the minds of many visitors. I have an inner drive to express myself. I don't want people here if all they care about are the weights they lift. That is a 1 sided boring life for me. I want to connect, communicate, teach and inspire people who want to succeed in LIFE, both in AND out of the gym. THAT is the essence of living The STRONG Life. Let me explain why..... … [Read more...]
Train On Your OWN [GLADIATOR Mindset]
I've been hearing the same old line since I was a young teen going to the gym with guns blazing. My friends and the "older guys" in the gym always complained about their lack of motivation. "I'm just not motivated....." "I need to train with you. You fire me up...." "I don't have it anymore....." The Ultimate Warrior always spoke about OWNING your life by doing your OWN work. Mr. R, aka Mr. Resistance is always trying to hold you down. He whispers in your ear and tells you that tomorrow is … [Read more...]
Reclaim Your Originality – WARRIOR Wisdom
How do you know what to do in life? Who do you listen to? Listen to others or your gut instincts? How do you know what direction to take & when to take it? Should you ask others for permission or advice? A POWERFUL lesson I've learned from The Warrior and I HAD to share it with you..... … [Read more...]
Encyclopedia Of Underground Strength [ALL Articles, Interviews & More!]
Links to all the interviews, podcasts, articles, guest blogs & more featuring info on The Encyclopedia of Underground Strength & Conditioning: … [Read more...]
The Encyclopedia of Underground Strength & Conditioning [Finally Here!!]
The Encyclopedia of Underground Strength & Conditioning [youtube width="640" height="360"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aX5yimjE63o[/youtube] OK, Guys & Gals! THE Encyclopedia is FINALLY here and I promise you, the wait is well worth it. Like everything I do, I put my heart and soul into this book. It's a compilation of all the blood, sweat and tears that taught me about being STRONG both in the gym and in LIFE. And when I say blood, sweat and tears, that is ALL truth, as you'll … [Read more...]