Recently, I got to watch a wrestling team that I train compete. The team competed against a team where the Coach was one of the original athletes I trained from my garage. It was a special night with lots of memories for me. The last time I got to watch a team I train compete has been the D1 level, 2 years ago. With my busy schedule, I am often on the ground floor, coaching almost daily, and so I miss these moments. But, now that I am full time coaching at a high school, I can often catch … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Podcast Ep 215 | Choose the Ball or the Sword
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 215, Here we GO! This is a short, yet powerful episode where I discuss the influence of Shogun Assassin, where you must Choose the Ball or the Sword. This is about training AND life. I also announce 3 winners who left a 5 star review so make sure you listen to see if you can be next! … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Insider Ep 42 | The Infamous “Special Cheeseburger” & Turning Pro
Here we GO! STRONG Life Insider Podcast Ep. 42. In this episode I share a story of the infamous "special cheeseburger" I ordered and the lessons learned in Excellence. How in the world does a "special cheeseburger" relate to excellence? You will never know unless you listen and get your learn on! In addition, I talk about the influence of 1 of my favorite books ever, Steven Pressfield's Turning Pro. Enjoy the show! Oh, make sure you listen to the end as I have a special gift … [Read more...]
Ep. 214 | QnA: Sports Specific Training, Power Cleans & NEW Training Tools
Here we GO! STRONG Life Podcast Ep. 214. I wound up doing this live on Instagram with hopes of getting more questions and the audio gets a little crappy in the middle but hang in there, because as always, the information is AWESOME. Plus, I am just NOT into that Hollywood BS, trying to impress everyone with perfection. On the flip side, when I post opportunity for questions on Instagram, I want to see MORE questions. You should question everything. You should desire to learn more, to … [Read more...]
Our BIGGEST Holiday Sale. EVER.
Good Morning & Happy Holidays :) I know you're busy so I will make this Fast! This is the BIGGEST Sale I've had in...... I think, EVER! So, here is your 50% Off Discount Code: NOTE: This sale is over and the discount code was shared via our newsletter HERE. Add that discount code and you're course will be adjusted accordingly. … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Training Athletes for Strength AND Toughness
There's a lot of chatter going on regarding training athletes for speed and strength. Some coaches feel we're not doing enough speed / sprint work. Others realize that MANY athletes are too weak to sprint properly. And, have we forgotten? We need athletes to be TOUGH. Give kids an opportunity to train on their own in a weight room today and you'll see some benching and lots of "chest work" and of course, lots of curls. NO back training. NO DEEP Squats. Farmer … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Insider Ep. 41 | Lessons from Prison, Samurais + 3 GREAT Books
STRONG Life Insider, Episode 41: Lessons from Prison, Samurais + 3 GREAT Books. In this episode I discuss my thoughts on training for life, great books I am reading and lessons from The Samurai Warrior. The Training for Life concept is always on my mind. I sometimes watch prison documentaries as they remind me how easy my life is in comparison, and, they inspire me to keep training hard. The world has proven to be a dangerous place and it's always better to Always Be Ready vs the … [Read more...]
How to Build BEAST Athletes Without the BS Fads & Gimmicks in the Strength & Conditioning Industry
Here we go, Fam! This is a HUGE post with 2 BONUS episodes for The STRONG Life Podcast. Bonus # 1: This episode was a Great interview with DJ Hillier, a CrossFit Games Athlete and gym owner. This was a GREAT chat on the Strength & Conditioning methods I have been using and evolving at The Underground Strength Gym. I never would have imagined to see so much BS out there in the strength & conditioning industry but it's here and I have NO time for it. There is a unique view I … [Read more...]
3 Success Secrets From Tony Robbins, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Joe DeSena
In this BONUS episode of The STRONG Life Podcast, I am interviewed by Craig Ballantyne for his podcast, Early to Rise. We discuss the pivotal people who influenced my business and life since day 1. And, how these lessons can change your life as well. So how does a guy who started his gym from his parents garage and backyard build a business that impacts people worldwide? How does the Coach that everyone laughed at 20 years ago continue to grow his business and evolve to create more … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Insider Ep. 40 | How to Destroy Those WEAK Excuses Holding You Back
How many weak excuses to come up with on a daily basis? Whether it's in the gym or in life, I constantly hear people making WEAK excuses. They have a laundry list of reasons as to why they are NOT doing something or why they can NOT do something. The habit of creating weak excuses is a slippery slope as your excuses begin to creep from 1 area of your life to ALL areas of your life. Before you know it, you're GREAT at making excuses and GREAT at doing NOTHING in your LIFE. Listen … [Read more...]
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