I’m extremely passionate about everything I do. I have NO clue how it all began but as long as I can remember, whenever I got into something, I went full force and gave it my all. I’ve noticed that being passionate gets you into trouble sometimes. “Normal” people call me crazy. Passion and Genuinely Caring…… More
Above, former Edison, NJ homeboy, Mike Vallely – must be something in the Edison Water! As soon as I moved to Edison, NJ, I built some tight friends in my neighborhood, now we’re more like brothers. That was 1980, some 31 years ago! We fell in love with BMX and Freestyle and we lived for…… More
It’s time, and I want YOU to help. The way to register is to FIRST, watch the video below. Next, if you want to compete, drop a comment with your FULL name as well as the category you will be competing in: – High School Light Weight (160 lbs & under) – High School Upper…… More
I am a highly motivated Coach. I feel this is a fault, perhaps not though? You can comment below and drop your thoughts as my mind wanders too much. I find myself louder, more aggressive and more intense than 99.9% of my athletes. I want them to train harder, rest less, move heavier weights. I…… More
Years ago, when I was training wrestlers from my backyard, garage and at beat up, run down playgrounds, something inspired me to step it up a notch. Ironically, it came from a tire yard in Edison, NJ that I would drive by on a regular basis. Finally, I stopped in the office if the tire…… More
Here’s a lil’ taste of my training goin’ down at The Underground Strength Gym, in good ol’ Edison, NJ! There ya have it, some of my favorite lifts: Squats: I’ll squat anything and anyway possible. I’ll use a box, no box, with bands, chains, sandbags, kettlebells and thick bars for zercher squats. Deadlifts: I’ll use…… More
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…… More
It was September of 1994. I was training at a now defunct gym, it was hardcore, called Dynamic Fitness. Such a shame that it went down the tubes…. My friend and aspiring pro bodybuilder was there catching a workout and I told him of my plans to compete in a bodybuilding show for 1995. He…… More
I am returning home from a week long business and vacation. Aside from push ups, my body (and mind) are starving for a full body workout. The workout I’m gonna crank ASAP upon my return to The Underground is a favorite of mine and doesn’t take much time at all. Hopefully you’ll give it a…… More
Wanna be an Unbeatable Man…or Woman? You MUST have the Eye of The Tiger. In your mind, “Impossible is Nothing” In the last video and Blog Post, I spoke about mind set and winning at everything you do. I spoke about becoming Unbeatable. Check out these 2 Videos and Read On…. I have noticed many…… More
Zach's inspiration in training comes from the Golden Era of Bodybuilding & Days of Old School Strength. His mission is to help You kick ass & take names in Life AND Lifting without the hype, fancy fads or gimmicks. Zach's Commitment To Your Success Is Unmatched. He Knows What It's Like To Go From A Weakling To An Unstoppable BEAST In Charge Of His Life, Business & Destiny. Zach Made It Happen Through The Iron and Now it's Your Turn!
