"Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan Press On! has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race." - Calvin Coolidge I explain to the athletes I work with on a daily basis how DEDICATION & Work Ethic … [Read more...]
STRONG Life 84: Discipline To Succeed In Sports, Life & Business w/ Matt Vincent
Episode 84 of The STRONG Life Podcast with Matt Vincent, a Highland Games World Champion. We crush the QnA and discuss questions that address: Training to boost your deadlift Competing on the regular & always being ready to compete & perform … [Read more...]
STRONG Life 83: Strength In Life & Business, Matt Reynolds Will NOT Be Out Worked!
STRONG Life Podcast 83 - Matt Reynolds Will NOT Be Outworked! In this episode Matt & I discuss training as a powerlifter & strongman as Matt is an Elite level Powerlifter and a PRO Strongman! Here are just some of the questions / topics we crushed in this episode: … [Read more...]
3 Simple Tips To Improve Olympic Weightlifting & Get STRONGER
Here's a cool question that came in the mail box and I wanna answer this question more in depth for you with some sample workouts: Zach, I've been following you for awhile and now that I'm not an active trainer at my local CF box, I have slowly pieced together a garage gym to call home. Which program from your Online Training would you recommend to A) build my strength and .... B) stay on top of Oly/CF type movements? I know I desperately need the strength build up, but … [Read more...]
Power Cleans for Athletes? The How & Why with Zach & Travis Mash
To power clean or not? THAT is the question. The answer of yes or no as well as HOW to Power Clean will vary depending on MANY scenarios that I discuss below in the videos on my own & with Travis Mash. SOME of those factors that will influence the how & why behind the Power Clean Are: College / High School setting where you KNOW you are with those kids for years or long term for the majority of the training Independent Strength Coach where athletes come / go for countless … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Ep. 82: Zach & NFL Veteran, John Welbourn Answer Your Questions!
Episode 82 of The STRONG Life Podcast was my favorite episode ever as NFL Veteran, John Welbourn and I work together to crush this QnA episode. Here are just SOME of the topics / questions we crushed in this jam packed 90 minute episode: - What Coaches are the Best Coaches & what traits do they have that makes them so great? - What does the movie 'Dead Poets Society' have to do with living a great life? - What is the best way to develop first step quickness in athletes? - How … [Read more...]
The How, Why & When Youth & High School Athletes CAN Train HARD
Decades ago, young children worked on farms sun rise until sun down. There were NO worries of "over training". The Amish children begin manual labor from a very young age as well. They grow up strong and capable both physically and mentally because of the hard work. Sure, someone out there will complain and talk about an adult from the Amish or somewhere else who worked very hard and it hurt them, etc. but people must STOP looking for excuses and start finding REASONS to inspire the … [Read more...]
Strength Training “Advices” From 27 Years Training Experience
Coming this June marks what I call my "Strength Training Anniversary". I began lifting weights in Mid June, 1989 while in 8th grade and I haven't looked back or stopped since. I was 13 1/2 years old. This June I'll be 40 1/2 years young. I will NEVER stop training, it is my ritual and keeps me sane among countless other benefits. Through my 27 years of training and coaching, I have learned MANY lessons which I explain below. You see, even at age 13, I was coaching my friends that Summer. I … [Read more...]
Work Life Balance, Spartan Mindset & Strength Coach TRUTH Bombs
STRONG Life Podcast, episode 81. I get intense here discussing the mindset, strategies and guts it takes to succeed as an athlete, succeed as a Strength Coach / Entrepreneur and plenty of program design knowledge bombs. The questions I cover get into our 3 common topics: - Success in Life - Success as a Strength Coach / Entrepreneur / Gym Owner - Success in ALL areas of Life This QnA Episode has me answering specifics on: … [Read more...]
Strongman + Bodyweight Workouts, Critical Business Rules & Martial Arts Training
Episode 80 of The STRONG Life Podcast is in full effect! This QnA Episode had great questions where I covered the following topics: - How I sleep & my thoughts on sleep for ALL athletes? Is it REALLY That Important? - Program Design methods for Strongman Training + Bodyweight Workouts - Tips for the young & aspiring Strength Coach regarding college degrees and certifications - My thoughts on Various marketing methods for Gym Owners & the things I Never, EVER do in my … [Read more...]
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