There is more to come from this FUN, FUN day! Come on, when do you see atmosphere like this? BTW, dig my PR at 150 lb 1 arm rows on that OLD globe dumbbell....and, I almost sold my life to get that 150 lb globe dumbbell, you would die laughing if I told you the story! Check out what happens below, Louisville vs The Prowler of Death.... as Joe DeFranco said, that things has kicked more ass than Randy Couture! These dudes know how to work! Whatcha think of the vid? Did you see the stains … [Read more...]
Episode # 77: Pissed the F**K Off!
Maybe I've watched The Sopranos too many times, or maybe it's just been 1 of those days. I take it out on the weights. WARNING: If you're easily offended or under 18 years of age don't watch this. Just like everyone else I have "those days" sometimes, and the way to make it better is to attack the iron - No Rules, just killin' it. What do you do when you're 'Pissed the F**K Off"? Kill it! --Coach Z-- PS: F**k the recession ==> Click HERE! … [Read more...]
Episode # 76: Dropping F Bombs…
Just like anyone else, I get fired up sometimes. My best therapy is to kill it with the weights, doesn't matter what kind of weights, I'll take anything I cna get my hands on and kill it. This is me, it's easy to not show this stuff, but that's not real, and you need to see who I am, and like everyone, I have good days and bad days. The Underground Strength Gym straightens my mind, clears things up and brings me back to a good place. If you are at work or the kids are around, I … [Read more...]
Old School Strength Training Rules, Period!
Today I was about to close up shop at the gym until an old friend strolled in to wish me a happy birthday. Johnny and I competed against each other in the 1995 Teenage Mr. NJ! That was a loooong time ago. We both competed in the middleweight division which means we were under 176 lbs! Johnny showed up today weighing 250 and looking lean and mean. Me? I think I'm hovering near 220. We spoke about his current regime of heavy squats, heavy deads, heavy military pressing, 120 lb dumbbell hammer … [Read more...]
Episode # 73: Underground Strength Picnic
Back in the day York Barbell held strength and health picnics where the greats demonstarted their amazing feats of strength, fans came and watched, lifters shared good times, good food and much laughter. There was amazing comraderie, great training and information was always shared, NOT hoarded like some top secret affair. I will bring these times back, mark my words....coming soon to The Underground Strength Gym of Edison, NJ. Watch ALL the videos below and post comments on your thoughts and … [Read more...]
The 1 Thing I Thought I Would NEVER Do…
Ironically, I have been getting a lot of e mails regarding injuries, pain and staying healthy. Let me tell you, as an addict of heavy iron for just shy of 20 years, I sometimes wonder if life has a purpose without heavy squats and deadlifts - no joke. But, I also understand the importance of longevity. You see, I want to be able to do this when Im 60, 70 and 80 years old...all the way until my very last breath on earth. It hits me hard when my lower back is so busted up that bending over and … [Read more...]
New Grip Strength Video & Article!
Check out the latest article on grip and hand strength training: ==> http://www.straighttothebar.com/2008/11/grip_strength_where_is_it.html Enjoy & Kill it! --Z-- PS: If you want to develop rugged full body strength and strong hands, check out http://GripExperts.com … [Read more...]
Episode # 71: Influences in Grip Strength Training
How can you deny those who taught you? My book shelves are filled with books and videos from guys like Joe DeFranco, Alwyn Cosgrove, Ross Enamait, Diesel Crew, old school Strength & Health magazines, John Jesse, Josh Henkin, Louie Simmons, Pavel Tsatsouline, JC Santana and many, many more! I love the ways of old school, raw, serious training.... In this vid, I've been inspired by John Grimek, who was born in Perth Amboy, which is less than 5 minutes away...who remember the Atlantic … [Read more...]
Episode # 70: The Underground Pull Up Contest!
First of all, Happy Thanksgiving! I gotta haul ass and help get the kids ready since we're taking a 2 hr trip north to Pa. at my wife's Aunt & Uncle. Oughtta be some crazy times and I may even get to watch some Football! My wife's Aunt makes a mean peanut butter - hershey kiss cookie, ever have them, they kill! ha ha As mentioned about 6 weeks ago, I spread word about an Underground Pull Up Contest. I've seen some vids from our friends here ranging from 32 all the way to 50. Who got 50? … [Read more...]
Episode # 69: The Name Game Gun Show
I never invented anything. People were lifting heavy shit ages ago. I admit my psychological issues in the wide open here....I can't afford therapy, so crazy I will remain. Maybe you need to get crazy to get results. I'm not talking results in the gym, I'm talking results in life. It's not over yet, trust me kids, I got more crazy shiz where that came from.... Crazy Marketing = http://killitmarketing.com Crazy training = http://UndergroundStrengthManual.com More craziness coming soon … [Read more...]
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