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Train Like a Mad Man

I had a goal of Trap Bar Deadlifting 225 lbs for 50 reps. It was easy, mainly because I didn’t allow myself the option to fail. I did fail, however, in my ability to count. I watched the video and

Full Body FREAK Strength Workout, Part II

Let’s finish off the Full Body FREAK Strength Workout with some bodyweight circuit training using chains, shall we? Check it out below: Three Rounds of chins, dips and squats. I used 20 lb chains and increased by one chain each

Full Body Strength Workout, Part I – Sandbags, Anvil, Thick Grip / Globe Dumbbell Training

I cranked the tunes. It was one of those days where I needed to break the “rules of strength & conditioning”. I had to get away from the science and everything being so perfectly organized. Why? Because in competition and

Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

I woke up earlier than normal today. It was tempting to stay in bed, shut off my alarm and just wait until my kids jumped on my bed to wake me up. The temptation lasted all but a few seconds.

How to Kick Ass in Life AND a Warehouse Gym

There are those who “Get it” and those who simply don’t “Get it”. Some struggle with how to train athletes, having no system of their own, no time in the trenches and too much time on their ass sitting in

Louie Simmons: Westside Barbell Training Methods, Part I

Article by Louie Simmons There is much talk about training philosophies, methods, and methodologies. It seems everyone has their own, which they devised on the basis of their own experience. They recommend such strategies as doing reps to failure to

The Underground Creed

The Underground Creed I understand that I am different yet will be given no special treatment here. I will go through hell, and there will be no excuses, no turning back once I walk through these doors. if I vomit,

Mental Toughness Training for Football & Wrestling

A question was sent my way and I pulled it out of the “Mail Bag” 🙂 This question was in relation to why a Football team is looking strong and tough in the weight room, BUT, when they play Football

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