There will be times in your life when you're super busy. It happens. That is what we call LIFE. It happened to me in my early 20s when life was crazy hectic. I was teaching full time. I was coaching middle school wrestling. I was in my final year of grad school. Life was hectic AND stressful! I was stressed because I was no longer able to follow my normal training split which was 2 days on, 1 day off, totaling 5 sessions per week. Something had to give. I had to find a … [Read more...]
Busy Man Strength Training – A Minimalist Approach
There will be times in your life when you're super busy. It happens. That is what we call LIFE. It happened to me in my early 20s when life was crazy hectic. I was teaching full time. I was coaching middle school wrestling. I was in my final year of grad school. Life was hectic AND stressful! I was stressed because I was no longer able to follow my normal training split which was 2 days on, 1 day off, totaling 5 sessions per week. Something had to give. I had to find a … [Read more...]
Hatfield Squats + Lower Body Workout Explained
It's been a while since I've done the Hatfield Squat. These were popularized by Dr. Fred Hatfield aka Dr. Squat. The safety bar on the other hand was originally created by Jesse Hoagland of Trenton, NJ. Hence, it was originally called The Hoagland Bar. Fred Hatfield used this bar and popularized it. In turn, it started getting known as "The Hatfield Bar" or "The Safety Squat Bar". The photo below is one of the original bars which I believe was built in the early 80s, possibly 1982. I … [Read more...]
290 | QnA: Minimalist Training, Underground Strength Coach Cert, Healthy Business & Lifestyle Design
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 290 HERE WE GO! This was a GREAT QnA that I pulled from my Instagram. Visit our partner over at Sorinex - The Leaders in Strength Training Equipment. Topics discussed: … [Read more...]
288: Minimalist Training | Less Training, More Strength & Health
STRONG Life Podcast ep 288: Minimalist Training | Less Training, More Strength & Health. Coming off a rough 2 weeks of sickness, I discuss my new training plan with a minimalist approach along with the changes to my vitamin regime, nutrition and all around minimalist mindset. I had plans on implementing this minimalist training cycle before I got sick, but circumstances have made this the smartest and healthiest option. I'll be training 2 x week for the next 2 - 3 weeks. Then, I … [Read more...]
9 Short on Time Workouts for When You’re Busy & Tired
If you're an entrepreneur or business owner, you have likely gone through some hectic times where you said to yourself, "I just don't have the time to train....." Maybe you were a first time parent, you said the same thing. Not a minute to breathe you thought to yourself.... Well, there IS always time. It's not gonna be easy. You're gonna wanna go home, eat and just sit down and get a minute to relax. But, let me tell you, that is NOT your best option. You NEED to move your body. You … [Read more...]
QnA: Busy Man Workouts, Investing in Yourself & Forging Mental Toughness
This is a GREAT BONUS episode of The STRONG Life Podcast. The questions were great and I kick off this bonus episode with an intro on investing in yourself. This is a powerful message I want to share with you so don't take this episode lightly because it's "just a bonus episode". The intro of this episode is crucial for everyone. Why? We're in a world where there is an over abundance of information yet people seem to be struggling more than ever with taking action. Struggling with … [Read more...]
203 | Marty Gallagher on Minimalist Strength Training
Photo Credit: Marty Gallagher's Purposeful Primitive Book STRONG Life Podcast ep.203. I LOVE talking training and life with Marty Gallagher. We speak often and we do it the "old school" way, via phone! Imagine that! In this episode Marty and I discuss the following topics: - Training 1 x week and getting stronger on a consistent basis. - How to adjust volume and intensity in your training for longevity and results. - Sprint Training and lessons learned from Charlie Francis. - … [Read more...]
194 | Strength Training During Life Stress
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 194. What is the best way to train during those high stress, super busy times in life? I've been there done that and sometimes, those days return. You have the "normal option", just give up & quit. You know, become "normal". Come home, collapse on the couch, eat crap food and slowly fade away. You'll get weaker and you'll FEEL it. Your legs will feel weak. Your back and grip strength will fade. You will slowly not even recognize the man in the mirror … [Read more...]
Minimalist Training, Social Media Posts for Likes vs Impact & Training to be Dangerous
In this live Instagram I chat about the following: Minimalist Training, Social Media Posts for Likes vs Impact & Training to be Dangerous. With my hectic schedule it reminded me of my mid 20s when I went on a 2x week training program while going through grad school (1 hr commute each way), teaching full time, coaching wrestling and not wanting to give up my membership at Diamond Gym. Enjoy the show...... … [Read more...]