I am inspired to write this Blog greatly because of two men, both of whom I speak of often: Jonny Hinds, Owner of The Monkey Bar Gym, who will also be presenting at The Underground Strength Gym in Edison in October (stay tuned for this announcement). Rick Gonzales, my infamous college Gymnastics Coach. These men have the seamless strength of Gorillas. They move their bodies through space and perform bodyweight strength exercises that are extremely challenging, yet they show such tight … [Read more...]
Train Like a Gorilla, Eat Like a Gorilla
I'm droppin' some vids from my new web site, Get Wrestling Strength, but I bet you can learn a thing or two about training regardless of whether or not you wrestle. We walk around on our feet ALL freakin' day, why not use the hands instead? It's been a staple of my own training and how I train my athletes for MANY years now. It improves grip strength, overall upper body strength, shoulder stability and trunk / ab strength & stability. Look at Gymnasts, they perform countless … [Read more...]
Are You Training Like an Animal?
A few years back i was introduced to Jonny Hinds, owner & creator of The Monkey Bar Gym. Pat Miletich and I were chatting by phone and told me I need to connect w/Jonny. Pat was a former UFC champion and has coached countless greats to the top of their game in the world of MMA. Jonny and I connected right away and he blew me away with his knowledge and wisdom of physical culture. We just spoke on the phone literally 15 minutes ago as he cruised around Santa Monica Beach on his … [Read more...]
The 1 Thing I Thought I Would NEVER Do…
Ironically, I have been getting a lot of e mails regarding injuries, pain and staying healthy. Let me tell you, as an addict of heavy iron for just shy of 20 years, I sometimes wonder if life has a purpose without heavy squats and deadlifts - no joke. But, I also understand the importance of longevity. You see, I want to be able to do this when Im 60, 70 and 80 years old...all the way until my very last breath on earth. It hits me hard when my lower back is so busted up that bending over and … [Read more...]
Jonny Hinds & Kettlebells in Action!
My homeboy, Jonny Hinds, is tearing it up with kettlebells and plyos in his favorite style of training, Prison Workouts. Check it out and test drive it yourself. I have done this while jumping on two tires rather than plyo boxes. Our Football players have also followed this kettlebell / jump prison workout and it is awesome for strength and power endurance! Kill it! --Coach Z-- P.S. - Gotta love the endless variations you can use with Kettlebells! Check em out HERE. … [Read more...]
Power Talk with Jonny Hinds of The Monkey Bar Gym
On my one hand, I can count those who have REALLY influenced me in training AND in life. Without hesitation, Jonny Hinds is one of those people. I connected with Jon maybe 2 or 3 years ago by phone, after Pat Miletich, the MMA Coach and former UFC Champion, sent me his way. I would spend over an hour on the phone talking about physical culture and nutrition every time we chatted. We would philosophize about life and exchange cool training and life stories and experiences, and, I'll admit, … [Read more...]