This is the article I dreaded ever having to write. "Training as you get older" or "Training in your 40s". Before I move forward, understand, these are my experiences. My experiences don't make anything universal or the end all, be all laws. Back up almost 30 years and I began training in June 1989, some 2 weeks before 8th grade ended. I was dumbbell benching with sand filled weights and spin lock collars. The sand would fall in my eyes and mouth as I pressed the weights up. A few months … [Read more...]
Dare to be GREAT, Work Ethic & Spartan Lifestyle with Jason Woods
STRONG Life Podcast episode 124 with 19 yr old, Jason Woods. Jason traveled to NJ for The USC Cert with Travis Mash and I, flying here from Scotland. We got the podcast rolling as I drove him up to the train station and man, this was a blast! Rather than a typical interview, we simply recorded our conversation in the car and we chatted up some inspiring stuff. My throat was destroyed with pollen so apologies for the clearing of the throat! The content and adventure in this episode will … [Read more...]
Physical Culture & Better Health with Max Shank
Episode 123 of The STRONG Life Podcast is with my friend Max Shank who I connected with 10+ years ago after seeing him on early days YouTube lifting BIG stones & competing in ShootFighting. I've been inspired and educated with seeing Max training and bringing back physical culture in a way that blends all aspects of Health & Strength together. It is refreshing and inspiring to say the least. Playing with some #ultimateathleticism movements in the wind/rain. There are two … [Read more...]
5 BIG Lessons Learned from The Spartan Race Birthplace & Joe DeSena
In this Bonus episode of The STRONG Life, I share with you my 5 BIG takeaways from my weekend in Pittsfield, Vt while running The Spartan Wrestling Camp and seeing a LOT of events happening all at once, under The Spartan Brand. 1 of my favorite sayings is "Success leaves clues"! Well, I am always looking for ways to learn from other high achievers and this weekend was nothing short of mind boggling! Enjoy the show as you listen to everything I learned while being with Joe DeSena this … [Read more...]
Redefining The Role of The Strength Coach | Ron McKeefery
STRONG Life Episode 122 with Ron McKeefery. This episode was one of the most inspiring conversations I've had in a LONG time. My words can't do justice to how awesome this episode was! From talking about tactics and strategies of being a GREAT Strength Coach to digging deep into the intangibles of being a great Strength Coach. Even if you're not a Strength Coach, this episode of The STRONG Life Podcast will inspire you to dig deeper into your own career, passions and overall life to be … [Read more...]
Getting Stronger: Why The Power Lies In The Imperfections
Every morning I am up and at em' in a similar fashion. Nothing complicated. Nothing fancy. I understand this isn't what "sells" but oh well...... I am always ready to lose the popularity contest so I can stay true to me. I don't want to inspire you to do any fake BS. Get up early while the house is quiet...... Get the dogs outside. Get the coffee going. Play some Zac Brown Band. Get to Writing. Get the breakfast done for the kids. No need to complicate life or … [Read more...]
5 STRONG Life Tips | Everyday Is a Struggle, But, The Struggle IS The Gift
The internet is a funny place. People don't see your entire life so they generalize your life according to what they see on your Instagram or YouTube channel. Well guess what, I feel like we are all more similar than we are different. Meaning, we ALL struggle. But, some of us choose to push through the struggle and emerge victorious where others allow the struggle to win the battle and keep them down, be it emotionally, physically, spiritually, etc. I struggle everyday, but I find ways to … [Read more...]
Success, Happiness, Fulfillment & Crafting YOUR Life with Jaret Grossman
STRONG Life Podcast Episode 121 with Success Coach, Jaret Grossman. I came across Jaret's words some years ago through a random motivational YouTube Video that popped up in my recommended feed. I didn't see his face in this video, it was 1 of those athlete motivation videos and Jaret's voice was in the background. I must have played that video 10 times just so I could listen to the audio playing while I worked. It was powerful. I thought Jaret was a Coach who had been around for a few … [Read more...]
Why I Screwed Up By Motivating Others Who Ultimately Didn’t Change for the Better
Last night I had a solid QnA on my Instagram...... I love the QnAs because I get to answer specific questions rather than guessing what others want me to talk about. Someone asked me how to wake up early on a consistent basis and from there, the other questions got me fired UP to deliver some punches to the face! We're walking around like we're too weak to even figure out how to wake up early, like it's some complicated formula when really, you just gotta WANT something badly enough that … [Read more...]
The “Crowd” Wants Sets & Reps But Coaching MUST Go BEYOND Sets & Reps
Above, The Crew at The Underground Strength Gym (Middlesex, NJ) Whenever I speak at a conference I tend to not speak about the exercise specifics, the sets, the reps..... First off, the majority of the speakers ARE going to speak on this. Secondly, you will find a GREAT deal of carry over in what we do when you organize a bunch of speakers. Why? Because what works will continue to work for many decades and centuries to come. The fads and gimmicks work on instagram or youtube, in the weight … [Read more...]
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