STRONG Life Podcast ep 277 with Chris Duffin, Founder of Kabuki Strength. I had a GREAT time chatting it up with Chris Duffin. I wanted to stay away from the common questions Chris is asked on the regular and I think you'll find this episode very unique. His insight was awesome with regards to physical and mental / emotional strength & health will be eye opening and inspiring. We discuss Chris's creative outlets that help him grow his business AND improve ALL facets of his health / … [Read more...]
Strength Training in Your 40s: MAN STRENGTH
As we "get older", there comes a point in time where you must ensure that you are capable. The excuses of age, time and anything else are really all just BS. At the time of this writing I am creeping up on age 46. I don't chase the 1RM anymore but I still lift heavy with the basics. I make sure my heart is pumping with sleds and hill sprints. Some of you have airdyne bikes and rowers, this is excellent. Bodyweight Training is a must. You should always be able to squat, lunge, pull … [Read more...]
Squat Life + BEST Advice a Coach Ever Gave Me
The world is a dangerous and crazy place. If you're not strong both physically and mentally, then you are a threat to yourself and those around you. My training is not focused on chasing the numbers. I am too old for that. I chase the work. I chase the end goal of being ready, so I never feel or act like those "cold, timid souls" who always have excuses. This video takes you inside my training on a lower body day as well as my mindset / attitude towards being combat ready. … [Read more...]
Training for LIFE + 5 Success Tips for Life & Lifting
I came across a video from 2018 on my YouTube channel and felt it needed to get reposted. I've got close to 5,000 videos on YouTube, so remember, you can learn anything you want if you're willing to dig deep and do a little research aka use the search bar. This video is about Squats and Success lessons learned after a business seminar I attended. Enjoy, Learn and most of all, TAKE ACTION. … [Read more...]
QnA: Tactical Training, Olympic Lifting Debates & Turning Pro
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 273 QnA ALL Day on this one, again! And, it was AWESOME. BIG thanks to everyone who contributed by dropping great questions on my Instagram. Make sure you listen to the end as I announce 2 Winners of a 1 year membership to The Underground Strength Academy for leaving awesome 5 star reviews! In this episode I cover the following topics: - Training the tactical population (Military, Law Enforcement, Firemen, First Responders) - Grease the Groove to Improve … [Read more...]
272 | QnA: Training Large High School Groups & Training Stories from Old School Gyms
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 272 This episode is all QnA where I discuss / answer the following topics that came in from my Instagram: - Training Large High School Groups with limited space AND limited equipment - How to grow your gym / strength & conditioning business in a small town where nobody knows you - Inspiring Training Stories / Lessons Learned from Old School Gyms of the 80s and 90s compared to the gyms of today The STRONG Life Podcast is brought to you by SORINEX … [Read more...]
Strength Training Confusion, How Much Volume & THE Haters
This is an in depth video on answering the common questions, misconceptions on volume training vs low volume training (especially if you're a natural lifter or a competitive athlete) and then I address the haters. It all began after 2 posts were made on Instagram. The first post was on Kevin Tolbert, which you can see below. As of my writing, there are almost 100 comments which is not the norm for my social media which doesn't get much action. … [Read more...]
Building Grit & Mental Toughness in Athletes “Safely” + 5 Training Tips
Mental Toughness. Here we go again. One of the most overused phrases in the coaching world. What is it? How do you help athletes "Get Tough" and why is it even important? Well, being a kid who grew up in the 80s and experiencing countless training styles and coaches, I am smart enough to see the changes and the evolution. And with all this experience comes a lot of mistakes and knowledge. What worked in the 80s and 90s doesn't always work today. As a high school athlete, my coach … [Read more...]
How to Get Stronger & Build Muscle in Your 40s
My body is on the mend since my knee surgery and blood clot last March, 2021. My knee is not 100% and as we get older, if you have had an injury or a surgery, I believe it is safer to DOUBLE the length of "recovery time" to ensure you don't rush through the full healing process. I'd say one of the biggest influences towards people's injuries is trying to impress others by posting their best on Instagram ALL the time. You only have so many 1 rep maxes in your pocket before you injure … [Read more...]
The Advantages of Being STRONG, Bill Starr Training & York Barbell Stories
The more years and Decades I put into training and coaching, the more I realize and learn that it keeps coming back to STRENGTH. I am not talking about Strong & Useless. Strength requires Speed. And, speed requires strength. They DO go hand in hand. In this video I share the following: The Advantages of Being STRONG & how it can save your neck, literally. The Story of my 80 lb York Globe Dumbbells and Training immediately after a Car Accident Bill Starr Inspiration … [Read more...]
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