If you're a pitcher, do you need to run 2-3 miles after a game to "get rid of the lactic acid in your arm"? If you're a shot putter / thrower, do you and the entire spring track team need a 5K warm up? Every Day? If you're a freshman in high school and play Football, should you train the same as the upperclassmen and get tested on your 1 RM for the Squat, Bench and Clean? Training doesn't need to be complicated but people are making it complicated simply by NOT using common sense and … [Read more...]
142 | Dana Santas | Breathing is a Super Power
STRONG Life Ep. 142 with @mobilitymaker Dana Santas. Brought to you by https://IntekStrength.com Dana brings a unique story to The STRONG Life Podcast, from making lots of money in the corporate world to being stressed and crushing her health from the non stop work, Dana found her health and changed her life and career path. Through grit and work ethic, Dana was able to share her knowledge in countless professional sports organizations and is a leading force in the field of Sports … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Ep. 101: Work Ethic & The Mystery Of Coaching Athletes
STRONG Life Podcast Ep. 101 with Mike Guadango, Owner of Freak Strength. In this episode, I connect with a long time friend, Mike Guadango. Mike and I met back in the early days of The Underground Strength Gym when we would compete against DeFranco's Gym at his annual Strongman Challenge. Back then, Mike was a hard charging athlete with goals of become a Major League Baseball Player. Injuries have a funny way of changing our life path and that's exactly what happened with … [Read more...]
Kettlebell Training & Jump Training for Size, Speed & Strength
Strength is of critical importance for any athlete / adult, regardless of age. Speed is the next gear that takes strength to the next level. When I hear Coaches go on and on about strength and say nothing of speed I know they are missing the boat and vice versa. We then have Coaches who act as if strength is a bad thing. There is NO such thing as weak and successful. Not everyone who is strong is fast. And speed is not simply running around cones or ladders. Where is the force … [Read more...]
Episode # 112: Prowler Remains Victorious
*** WARNING *** There is a lot of language and footage here NOT for those under 18 or for those easily offended. Seriously, if you are a complainer when cursing and emotions fly during intense workouts, don't watch this video. If you, however, understand that this happens and don't give a sh*t, then feel free to watch! That Prowler ALWAYS kicks somebody's ass! I always said, "You gotta be in shape". You have to be strong AND highly conditioned. It always helps. What are your thoughts on … [Read more...]