The argument of box squats vs free squats is endless. With the box squat you must sit back and then you literally pull yourself up using primarily hamstring work. At the bottom of the box squat your shins are parallel, while at the bottom of a free squat or weightlifting squat, your knees will often be angled forward and you are going to parallel or lower. The free squat hits more quads and more overall leg work. Here are my thoughts on box squats vs free squats..... … [Read more...]
The Only Person That Can REALLY Help You Get STRONG?
Got this amazing testimonial via e mail yesterday from one of our Underground Inner Circle Members. I had to share it with you because it's rare to see that type of action when I am used to getting e mails asking which program will turn them into an NFL prospect. It's amazing how so many ask for help and won't even try to do something on their own until someone tells them how or what to do. That type of attitude scares me. I question what type of society is growing where countless … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Ep. 3: Mark “Smelly” Bell on Mental Toughness & Kicking Ass In Life AND Lifting
In this MOST Epic episode of The STRONGCast Podcast, I interview my homie and brotha from anotha motha, Mark "Smelly" Bell. Normally, we skype these interviews but Smelly is very high maintenance and insisted we do this while he drives around in his car, hence the semi awesome audio quality. Mark is the founder of Super Training Gym, The Power Magazine and being Awesome. In this episode we talk about: … [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...]
Inspiration Contest AND The MOST Important Thing To Be Successful
[youtube width="640" height="360"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JQqwIE1WXA[/youtube] The Above Video Does Not Work On Mobile Devices :( _____________________ [youtube width="640" height="360"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIZ8CqGtRdI[/youtube] _____________________ The Underground Strength Coach Inspiration Contest! [youtube width="640" height="360"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-g1sA9MNl0[/youtube] I shared the first 2 videos to show you what it's like to hear someone passionate … [Read more...]
6th Annual Lift Strong 2013 Fundraiser For Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
6th Annual Lift Strong 2013 Fundraiser For Leukemia & Lymphoma Society [youtube width="640" height="360"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuYXHdK-yag[/youtube] - Date: Sunday, July 21st, 2013 - Location: Underground Strength Gym of Edison 160 Talmadge Rd / Edison, NJ 08817 (Same Parking Lot As Apollon Gym) - Start Time: Arrive at 9:30 AM to Register & Warm Up! - Registration Is IN PERSON At The Gym. Drop A Comment Below If You Are Attending 10 AM Competition Begins! - … [Read more...]
“Might As Well Be A Savage” & Thoughts On “Training For Life”
One thing you'll notice about this generation of bodybuilders, LEOs and even athletes..... They are NOT built with that look of strength. They are too concerned with details that don't matter. They want the perfect training program where everything looks perfect. Side raises instead of Military Press. Glute Med isolation instead of SQUATS. Pec Deck instead of Weighted Dips. I recall seeing State Troopers who were 6 ft plus on the regular and looking like they could destroy you with … [Read more...]
Mental Toughness for Life AND Lifting
This video was put together by someone who obviously admires my man, Smelly, aka Mark Bell. The words resonate with people like you and I.... Underground Strength Nation. It's about Mental Toughness, Discipline, Commitment, Attacking Life..... WARNING: This video has adult language so don't blast it while at work.... … [Read more...]
Jerry Rice, Over Training, CNS Burn Out, Low T Levels, Excuses & Lying To Yourself
I've got 3 videos to share with you today. One, a rant from myself. Another, the work ethic & commitment of Jerry Rice, an NFL record holder & Mark Bell, one of the world's strongest powerlifters. WARNING: These videos contain Adult Language, Will LIKELY Be Offensive To Others and are NOT Work / Family Safe … [Read more...]
The #TRUTH About OverTraining
[youtube width="640" height="380"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orQm6wyXK8E[/youtube] Interesting thoughts from my homeboy, Mark "Smelly" Bell. What are your thoughts on over training? Drop a comment and let us know. Live The Code --Z-- PS: HUGE thanks and HUGE congrats to all who completed Their USC Certification this past weekend at Underground HQ. Next cert is in NJ where we're gonna tear it up with more hungry Strength Coaches. Time to learn and up YOUR game. … [Read more...]