I came across a great post by Jim Wendler on Instagram and then I elaborated on how these words from actor, Tom Hardy hit home for me. Now, I don't know anything about Tom Hardy. But, these words inspired me and I love to write. Writing for me has always been something I love to do, even if no one is reading. It's a therapy of sorts so I just put this out there.... From Tom Hardy: … [Read more...]
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4 Tips to Build Maximum Muscle With Minimal Equipment
Let's KILL some confusion here. If you love variety in your training, go for it and DO it. If you love just attacking the basics, go for it and DO it. Let me Explain ..... Your results in training come down to a select few things that must be executed VERY well. … [Read more...]
Weekend Learning List Jan. 9, 2013
This Weekend Learning List has TWO actions for you. If you can't connect with these 2 actions then you're lacking the drive, the motivation and the guts to be greater and better than who you were yesterday. Let's get our Learn On and please share this with anyone you know who can benefit more from these 2 Weekend Learning Tips! … [Read more...]
Weekend Learning List Jan. 10, 2014
"The Hay Is In The Barn!" Lots of lifting and Lots of learning going on the past week. Keep up if you can. This is the Human Food Chain. If you're willing to do work, stay focused and get shyt done, you can achieve a LOT of success in any endeavor. The choice is yours. Let's get after it. … [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...]
Why I Choose To Be STRONG – Inspiration From My Son
I am psyched to get this day rolling for you! I hope your weekend was amazing and you got some brutal training in. I feel GREAT after the Level 2 Underground Strength Coach Certification that we just had at the New Underground Strength Gym. We broke in the new gym with a ton of ass kicking training and now I feel more connected to the new spot. HUGE thanks to my Underground Strength Family for making the trip, we kicked ass and I couldn't be happier with how it all went down! Last … [Read more...]
3 Ways To Use Bodyweight Bodybuilding
I'm often asked if Bodyweight Bodybuilding can be incorporated WITH an existing program that the person is already following. To be clear, this program is not so easy that you will need an added program or a variation of it. But, I KNOW how many people are when it comes to actually following a training program as prescribed. They buy a program and then they want to change the program to something else, I guess this is human nature. But, those who follow the program to the T are the dudes who … [Read more...]
3 Strength AND Conditioning Tips
It's GREAT to be Strong. It's GREAT to be Conditioned..... But it's BEST when you have BOTH Strength AND Conditioning. If I can pit one example of this I'll use my friend, Jim Wendler, shown in videos below. He keeps everything simple. … [Read more...]
How to Use Bodybuilding for Athletic Performance
Can bodybuilding methods help improve athletic performance? Well, that ALL depends on HOW you use bodybuilding and IF the athlete needs bodybuilding methods. When I use the word "bodybuilding", I am merely talking about the method of packing on muscle. Don't be confused..... so, let me explain. And, a critical note to determine IF the athlete should use some bodybuilding methods for packing on muscle is described in this short, 57 second video: [youtube width="640" … [Read more...]