If you want to be GREAT at something, then you need to LOVE that thing and genuinely CARE for that thing from the deepest core of your heart, soul & spirit. The caring and love you have for something will lead you in the right direction and fuel your fire to achieve GREATNESS vs simply talking about it. When I am asked WHY I achieved success as a Coach, regardless of the lack of resources I started with over 10 years ago, the bottom line is that I CARE with ALL my heart. And when you … [Read more...]
Dan Gable Life Lessons On Kickin’ Ass & Takin’ Names (Opportunity)
"When There's An Opportunity In Front Of You, Take It." [youtube width="640" height="360"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLy9B0i3c4I[/youtube] A few Years ago I spoke at The CrossFit affiliate gathering. It was a life changing weekend for me and an honor to be invited to speak and share the stage with some of the most amazing Coaches & athletes in the world. … [Read more...]
I’m Just Passionate
I'm extremely passionate about everything I do. I have NO clue how it all began but as long as I can remember, whenever I got into something, I went full force and gave it my all. I've noticed that being passionate gets you into trouble sometimes. "Normal" people call me crazy. Passion and Genuinely Caring for the success of others is something that is in my heart, I can't be changed and I can't be stopped. This week has been an amazing week of opportunities. I have gone through some tough … [Read more...]
Lift STRONG Fundraiser 2011
It's time, and I want YOU to help. The way to register is to FIRST, watch the video below. Next, if you want to compete, drop a comment with your FULL name as well as the category you will be competing in: - High School Light Weight (160 lbs & under) - High School Upper Weight (160 lbs & over) - Open (NO weight class) NOTE: If you are under 18, your parent must come to sign the liability waiver. Watch the Video and drop a comment with your FULL name & category to REGISTER!! … [Read more...]
Monday Motivation: How Bad Do You REALLY Want It?
I am a highly motivated Coach. I feel this is a fault, perhaps not though? You can comment below and drop your thoughts as my mind wanders too much. I find myself louder, more aggressive and more intense than 99.9% of my athletes. I want them to train harder, rest less, move heavier weights. I sometimes wonder why I am so loud and excited and they seem so quiet. I try to calm down and let them take the wheel. I wait to see if they will have intrinsic motivation. A few are animals and show the … [Read more...]
Upper Body Workout for Breakfast
On most Sunday Mornings I wake up before the entire house starts moving. I get dressed, brush teeth and head to The Underground. Sunday morning workouts keep me ahead of the pack, keep my edge and allow me to train and do something extra while the rest of the world is still sleeping. The Military Press is a GREAT way to start your day, especially on a Sunday morning. Locking heavy weights overhead forces your entire body to work overtime. Want REAL "core strength"? Lock heavy weights overhead … [Read more...]
The NO Rules Workout
Yes, I admit it, people complaining about my workouts or calling them crazy only stokes my fire and makes me crazier. Check out the inside look of my latest 'NO Rules Workout' - This is only part of the training. I feel this training not only builds the body, but most importantly, builds your MIND. Enjoy the Video...... … [Read more...]
Days of Thunder Bodybuilding…..
It was September of 1994. I was training at a now defunct gym, it was legit "hardcore", called Dynamic Fitness. Such a shame that it had to end, but it did. I'll never forget that gym. It shaped me and inspired me for a lifetime..... My friend and aspiring pro bodybuilder was there catching a workout and I told him of my plans to compete in a bodybuilding show for 1995. He said "Train with me, I'm doing the Jersey in April and we can train together". I was psyched! Andy was a freak. He was … [Read more...]
My Favorite Full Body Workout
I am returning home from a week long business and vacation. Aside from push ups, my body (and mind) are starving for a full body workout. The workout I'm gonna crank ASAP upon my return to The Underground is a favorite of mine and doesn't take much time at all. Hopefully you'll give it a shot yourself: 1) Begin with the 1 arm dumbbell snatch. Hit 1 - 3 reps each side, then move up in weight. 2) Continue to repeat the 1 Arm DB Snatch until it becomes too heavy. Once the dumbbell is too … [Read more...]
To Be the Best, Walk the Talk
Wanna be an Unbeatable Man...or Woman? You MUST have the Eye of The Tiger. In your mind, "Impossible is Nothing" In the last video and Blog Post, I spoke about mind set and winning at everything you do. I spoke about becoming Unbeatable. Check out these 2 Videos and Read On.... I have noticed many people have much to say yet do NOT follow their words. Action, every day, day in and day out must be aggressively taken. Combine your aggressive action with an "impossible, unbeatbale" … [Read more...]