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Know Thy Self & Live for the Iron

Soul lifting. Here we go, 2nd workout of the day. First workout involved dumbbell quick lifts, bodyweight training and plenty of soft tissue work and mobility. Sweatin’ was easy since it was almost 100 degrees. Want a second workout but

When Are You Strong Enough?

The question has been asked MANY times, and, I’ve posted similar to what I’m about to get into. Check this video as I answer the common question, “How do I Know when I am strong enough?” The REAL Answer: We

Navy SEAL Training Tips

Not everyone wants to powerlift or use strongman training. Not everyone wants to throw heavy shit on their back or rip heavy shit off the ground. Hey, I can understand that AND respect it. I KNOW strength can be achieved

BEASTS of The Underground

AT my recent USC Cert, GR Hoff recorded some training going down at The Underground and put together a lil’ highlight to motivate his athletes. My next USC Cert is around the corner in Ft Lauderdale, so if you’re in

Prison Strength Training & Convict Conditioning

MANY years ago (2005 or 2006) I took a trip to the prison where the movie Lock Up was filmed with Sly Stallone. I wanted to learn how the inmates trained. In a nut shell, I was hungry to learn

3 Ways to Develop Speed & Explosive POWER

Wanna be explosive, athletic, agile, mobile and hostile? Step 1: Get STRONG as Hell. Strength is your foundation, you hear this all the time, and I would say this is almost entirely true. I have seen lots of guys, strong

The Power Of Calisthenics & Convict Conditioning Inspiration

Above, Kyle and Cory Markovitch who train at The Underground Strength Gym hit the 1,000 Pul Up Club before Wrestling Season ended. GREAT kids with GREAT work ethic! BOTH were state qualifiers during their time as NJ High School Wrestlers

How to Be Strong, Inside AND Out

The question was asked: “What does it mean to be a “Strong Man”? I took a shot at the question, just like training, we are ALL flawed, there is NO perfect, but ya gotta try to do do your best,

Another Convict Conditioning QnA

Photo Above, from Convict Conditioning Book, by Paul Wade __________________ Hey Coach- I’m a 16 year old sophomore out of Dallas, TX, a varsity football player and wrestler. I’ve been a proud Undergrounder since the Summer after my freshman year,

What to Do When Powerlifting Beats Up Your Body?

This scenario might anger many, but, it may also be a stone throw away from happening to you. Check out this email I received and see my thoughts below: ========== Zach, Just wanted to send you an email to let

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