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Program Design Tips with Zach & Matt Wenning

There are MANY program design methods and variations that fall under each category of specific styles of program design and program organization. For example, we have the conjugate method, which is essentially an endless array of variations and options. We

RAW with Marty Gallagher: Strength Endurance, Minimalist Training & Fighting the Fads & Gimmicks of Strength & Conditioning

In this BONUS episode of The STRONG Life Podcast I join my friends of Iron Company on their podcast. We’ve got JP Brice, Marty Gallagher and Jim Steel. Marty’s podcast is called RAW, and once you hear his unfiltered ways

Trap Bar Deadlift vs Conventional & Sumo Deadlift – Pt 2

Here we go in part 2 of what will be a 3 part series. What is better? The Trap Bar Deadlift or Conventional Deadlifts or Sumo? Well, as I always say, It depends! I explain why it depends from both

Trap Bar Deadlift vs Conventional & Sumo Deadlift

There is no need for controversy in the Deadlift. ALL Deadlifts are awesome and beneficial for athletes, it all depends on when and where that specific deadlift variation is being utilized. I am not married to any exercise when it

Why You Need Squats & Deadlifts to Strengthen the Mind AND Body

Sometimes you gotta clear your head. And for “normal folk”, that means getting a few beers, maybe drink some wine. For people like Us, that means squats and deads. Yes, we’re organized and planning our training. We’ve got a goal

Program Design Tips for Athletes / Coaches & How We Train Youth to D1 Athletes at The Underground Strength Gym

With the release of The Underground Strength & Sports Performance Course, I wanted to give you a taste of what you’ll be learning as you begin your journey towards becoming a Certified Underground Strength Coach. How do we run things

Comfort is The Enemy (In Training)

If you’ve been following me for some time, you’ve likely heard me use the phrase, Comfort is the Enemy. But…… Let me expand on this. Comfort is the Enemy….. IN TRAINING. But, what about Life? Should life always be a

Why Strength Coaches MUST Have Grit aka “Mental Toughness” (Plus Business Tips)

This article is about GRIT & Toughness for the Strength & Conditioning Coach. This profession is NOT easy. The hours can be crazy and the vacations can be little but we are SO damn passionate about what we do, it’s

Iron Roots – Ep. 11 – Mike Mentzer aka Mr. Heavy Duty | High Intensity Training

I was 12 years old, maybe 13 when I first came across the training of Mike Mentzer aka Mr. Heavy Duty. I remember thinking to myself, Holy s–t, this guy looks like he’s been carved from stone! Mike had a

Iron Roots Ep. 10 – Wrestling Physical Conditioning Encyclopedia by John Jesse

This book was gifted to me in the early 2000s by Josh Henkin, creator of The Ultimate Sandbag. I will never forget how grateful I was and still am that Josh shared this book with me! This book was written

"Zach Even - Esh is the Charles Atlas of Powerlifting / Weightlifting / Athletic Training. He is a walking inspiration. A kick in the ass for all of us."
- Steven Pressfield, World Renown Author
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