"Science and experience have taught us that any athlete, even in ultra-endurance sports, who has not built a foundation of strength will fail to reach his or her potential." ~ Pavel, Author of Easy Strength As I work on my book and dig deeper on my philosophy on training, in between text messages with Jason Ferruggia discussing life and lifting, I keep coming back to what got me where I am today, as well as every other strong mofo out there. And that "thing" is the fact that those strong … [Read more...]
Top 11 Muscle Building Exercises
Here's a list of the Top 11 Muscle Building Exercises that you simply can't go wrong with (minus if you have any injuries, physical limitations, excuses, etc) if you wanna get jacked AND strong. Check em' out and decide how you can put them to use into your current training regime / workouts. My suggestion is to start with some hard work, mixed in with some heavy weight, sweat & consistency. You'll also a see unique video from one of my workouts this week at The Underground Strength … [Read more...]
Minimalist Training Tips for Full Body Strength
The more I utilize simple dumbbell & bodyweight workouts for myself, the more I realize less is more. Less variety and more focus = greater results in strength and size. I've been around too long and I want to challenge and question what REALLY works. I've seen the results of some of the most popular "programs" out there...... I wanted to see, do these athletes demonstrate greater strength? Greater speed? Greater physicality and more muscle? Well, the program looks impressive on … [Read more...]
Dan John Talks Life & Lifting, Part II
In case you missed Part I of my chat with Dan John, Please Click HERE For Dan's latest book that kicks ass, click HERE [youtube width="640" height="390"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GESXrw964b0[/youtube] Here's how we can keep this video interview series with Dan John rolling: - Drop a question for Dan regarding training and we'll set up another Underground QnA for you guys. Just leave your question in the comments section, I'll collect and compile the questions and when we get enough … [Read more...]
Dan John Talks Life & Lifting
Above, Dan John's Garage Gym. Every time I read any of Dan John's books, watch his videos or get the opportunity to talk training and life with him, I walk away smarter. I've been following Dan's articles and reading his books, watching his DVDs for close to a decade now. Check out our latest conversation on life and lifting. You will be educated and inspired. And who doesn't need more knowledge and inspiration? Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Training Athletes
Through my years of training athletes and the opportunities I've had to see what goes on IN high school weight rooms as well as our athletes telling us about what goes on (or what doesn't go on).....I've had some MAJOR issues with the way I see athletes being trained, or shall I say, being ALLOWED to train. Is EVERY high school weight room shit? Hells NO. But, unfortunately, some Coaches REFUSE outside help and refuse to grow & educate themselves, and in the end, it hurts their … [Read more...]
Simple NEVER Meant Easy
I hear it ALL the time when it comes to Minimalist Workouts. Dudes are confused.... So let me set the bar STRAIGHT. Short workouts doesn't mean EASY. Two exercises doesn't mean EASY. Hard Work is where it's at. Hard work brings you to the point of breaking records. To pack on raw muscle and brute strength you gotta get stronger. But, the tricky part, is combining hard work with smart work, which, for some odd reason, is very tough for MANY of us, including those of us who … [Read more...]
High Rep Squats to Man UP!
Above, Greg Leistner squats 500 lbs for reps as Dad, Dr. Ken spots Sometimes you feel the need to kick your own ass.... At least I feel that way. I hope I am the norm and NOT the exception. I gotta make sure I still have that mental edge and pushing yourself into new territories of pain through training, especially high rep squats, will push you over the edge, trust me :) High rep squats are like the 'Man UP Medicine" - something about squats that cures almost everything in a WEAK Man. … [Read more...]
9 Tips on Kickin’ Ass, Living an EPIC Life & Liftin’ Heavy S**T!
No one ever got to the top without fighting MANY battles and long journeys down countless roads, ALL of which were likely the "road less traveled". I used to think I would NEVER be happy unless I left NJ and planted myself in California. I was WRONG. I was missing what was right in front of me and I'm glad I finally saw "it". The grass is NOT always greener on the other side. Often times we've got greatness awaiting us and you just need to take the first step towards seeing it, right on … [Read more...]
Upper Body Workout for Breakfast
On most Sunday Mornings I wake up before the entire house starts moving. I get dressed, brush teeth and head to The Underground. Sunday morning workouts keep me ahead of the pack, keep my edge and allow me to train and do something extra while the rest of the world is still sleeping. The Military Press is a GREAT way to start your day, especially on a Sunday morning. Locking heavy weights overhead forces your entire body to work overtime. Want REAL "core strength"? Lock heavy weights overhead … [Read more...]