"The art of war is of vital importance to the state. It is a matter of life and death, a road either to safety or to ruin. Hence under no circumstances can it be neglected."-Sun Tzu Guest Blog by Dustin Winnikens I could write about a unique training system that I have developed. Or how I have struggled to get to where I am today. Next time! I believe that all knowledge is present within our universe. It is a process of accessing or perceiving the knowledge you have … [Read more...]
6 Things To Do On Father’s Day…
[youtube width="640" height="360"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpLOvY_MVcs[/youtube] A few things come to mind on Father's Day. By no means is this anywhere near an all encompassing list. By no means does this make me a perfect Dad, far from it. The gist is that I am always striving to become better. Things to do on Father's Day: … [Read more...]
Is There Such A Thing As Work Life Balance?
Whether you are a Strength Coach or not.... Whether you own your own business or not.... Whether you work for another company or not.... This Video QnA applies to you with regards to the work life balance question that I get asked about all the time. My thoughts on how to BIG time improve in the area of work & family life balance.... … [Read more...]
The REAL Warriors
A while back, some years ago, I sent out an e mail talking about being a Warrior. I was referring to the mindset of getting after whatever it is you do and giving it your all. As many of you know, I am always striving to personally grow & share my experiences with you to help YOU grow stronger, in mind, body & spirit. Someone had replied and mentioned that I should be careful of telling others to be Warriors when the Real Warriors were out there on the front lines, in war, protecting … [Read more...]
NEW Rules For LIFE
"It's Not The Daily Increase But Daily Decrease. Hack Away At The Unessential" - Bruce Lee The past year (2012) life has gotten more hectic for me than perhaps any other year 've experienced. More work, more travels, more expenses, more product creation, more following "the rules" and naturally..... MORE stress. About 3 years ago my family and I moved from the town we grew up in to a town my wife would always visit as a kid. She would take me here through the summer with our kids and … [Read more...]
Who Inspires You?
I've got a question for you..... [youtube width="640" height="360"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQHX8ul2xlc[/youtube] Please drop a comment with your answer. Looking forward to hearing who and what inspires the men and ladies of Underground Strength Nation! Peace --Z-- … [Read more...]
I Will NOT Be Broken
"I Will NOT Be Broken" Above, Mike Valley at The T&F Outdoors Sports Shop from Edison, NJ. I bought my first Ugly Stick fishing pole from that store, which no longer exists. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_WPaMxLyuc I've known of pro skateboarder, Mike Vallely, since I was in elementary school and he was a teenager tearing up the streets and roof tops of Edison, NJ. I'm not sure there were any places Mike V did NOT skate. I've seen him skating roof tops, BMX ramps, the walls of … [Read more...]
Are You Stronger Than an Idiot aka Learning From Injuries?
Time to lay down the law on those who listen and especially those who are "good enough" and only listen to a select few. Remember, to achieve greater success you must acquire the mindset of "always a white belt". The Learning NEVER ends. I've been there and done that & it led to a road called injured in a town called weakness. This past week, I cranked 4 workouts this week, ALL of them stronger than the week before. Progress is running smoother than ever. Mind you, I NEVER … [Read more...]
A Day in My Life
Not EVERY post on this Blog will be about lifting. I don't think lifting is the end all be all, perhaps you've heard me use the phrase, 'Kick Ass in Life AND Lifting'? If not, read the book HERE! Here's a bit of my day and how things are rolling for me lately... I've had a slam packed day and normally I do more work, but today was different. Many ask me how I get so much done and still have so much passion and energy on top of such a hectic schedule. Well, # 1, I focus on my passion, … [Read more...]
How to Be Strong, Inside AND Out
The question was asked: "What does it mean to be a "Strong Man"? I took a shot at the question, just like training, we are ALL flawed, there is NO perfect, but ya gotta try to do do your best, plain and simple. If you've got tips to add, drop a comment. Looking forward to reading your thoughts! Peace! --Z-- … [Read more...]