Many make the mistake thinking that to train for strength you must do so exclusively. Or if trying to build muscle, you must focus on the time under tension principle. But, to make gains in strength.... To pack on muscle.... You MUST be mentally tough. You need to have a high pain tolerance, you must have commitment even when the desire to train isn't fully on fire. … [Read more...]
Cary Kolat Gives 9 Awesome Tips On WHY The Stronger Minded Person Wins
After watching Cary Kolat present yesterday, one of the best wrestlers in the world, he finished his technique session with the following points that seriously fired me up and they're gonna do the same for you. This is a MUST watch and you'll wanna listen to this over and over and over again. Here is what you'll learn in Cary's video: … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Cast PodCast Episode 1: Martin Rooney, Training for Warriors & Training for Life
Training for Warriors used to be about training fighters. But, as The TFW system evolved, as did Martin Rooney, Training for Warriors became about much more than training fighters.... MUCH More. Training for Warriors became more about training for life and discovering the warrior within YOU. No discriminating against your age, gender, competitive athlete or not... LONG Ago, I met Martin through a few e mail exchanges. This was actually long before I was a Strength Coach, back when we were … [Read more...]
365 STRONG
My thoughts on what I've learned from Brandon Lilly's 365 STRONG. It hit home for me BIG time on multiple levels. I explain it all in this video below. … [Read more...]
2 Pieces Of Wisdom To OWN The Day
There are those who rise above and make it to the top and there are those who always toil in mediocrity. Those who are stuck in the land of mediocrity have what I call a "Lack Mentality". They don't view the world and everything around as abundance. They think everyone owes them something, they think everyone stole from them, they think they created this and created that..... Let me tell you, as soon you become an arrogant dickhead, you stop winning in life AND lifting..... any anything … [Read more...]
How Many Workouts Per Week Is Best For Size AND Strength Gains
The famous question of how many workouts is best for building muscle, gaining strength and straight up getting jacked is a common question. The answer will vary according to your lifestyle, work and your age / training experience. I've trained as few as 2 x week and up to 6 x week and gotten great results from both. Here are my thoughts more in depth... … [Read more...]
Some of My Favorite Strength & Conditioning Books
I am constantly asked about my favorite books or what I'm reading right now. My library is constantly growing, evolving, adding books on training, business, lifestyle, mindset and inspirational autobiographies. If you use the search bar on my blog you can find some OLD videos of me showing you the library from my previous home. Type in phrases such as "strength books", "business books", "strength & conditioning books", etc. Those older videos were certainly from some years ago but I … [Read more...]
Matt Vincent Interview, Highland Games World Champ
1) Matt - not enough people know about you and your awesome-ness. Seriously, I didn't know a lot about you until we met at Sorinex Summer Strong and I was shocked when you answered questions on the QnA Panel and in between questions nonchalantly threw 300 pls pounds over your head. In a nut shell, WHO is Matt Vincent? … [Read more...]
NEVER Train These 2 Exercises Together? Do You Even Lift, Bro?!?!
Don't believe the hype. Let me explain why.... The e mail came in.... again. Hey, Zach. I can't get big. I'm stuck in a rut. I train at my local gym and sometimes at home. I can do all the free weight lifts and bodyweight exercises. Can you write me a routine for 4 days a week and some nutrition tips? I get your daily e mails and I love them! Thanks, man! Well, I'll be damned.... … [Read more...]
STOP Injuring Your Lower Back
Have you ever injured your lower back? I don't know anyone that hasn't, even if they aren't hard charging, heavy lifting maniacs. The first time I injured my back is a time I will never forget, and I recall it as if it happened 2 minutes ago. I was a 2nd year teacher, maybe my 3rd year.... I was young, that's for sure! I was at my peak in strength and muscle. I had just smashed a brutal leg workout that evening at Diamond Gym. I squatted 455 for 5 reps, did walking lunges with 60 and 70 lb … [Read more...]
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