After posting some videos to my YouTube yesterday I came across a comment that is all too common. And although YouTube trolls are not the majority of public opinion, the excuse makers and blame artists certainly have a large community. It hit me while watching the stone lifting documentary from Iceland that Rogue Fitness put out. The Icelandic men and women take IMMENSE pride in being Strong and Tough. It is part of the culture and it is their "normal". Men are out and about trying to lift … [Read more...]
STRONG Life 98: Why Are Countless Athletes Weak & Out Of Shape & How to Fix This Problem!
STRONG Life Podcast Episode 98 with Dr. Travis Jewett. Our topic of conversation has been running through my mind for a LONG time: Why Is Everyone So Friggin Weak, Constantly Injured & Immobile VS Agile, Mobile & Hostile? What ever happened to being strong & athletic as a teen and young adult? Are those days gone? Dr. Travis Jewett is a SMART Dude, a Doctor of Chiropractic and Strength Coach. He is a family man and hails from Iowa, the land of Dan Gable. This was 1 of … [Read more...]
STRONGCast 16: Matt Vincent, Simple Strength & Simple Life
This episode of The STRONG Life, aka STRONGCast is with Highland Games World Champion and straight up great guy, Matt Vincent. Matt is one of those guys who "gets it". He lives the simple life. He applies this simplicity to his training and doesn't over complicate things. In turn, he's a happy go lucky guy who loves life and loves lifting. In this episode of STRONGCast we also discuss the following with Matt: … [Read more...]
The 6 Most Effective Strength & Muscle Building Methods – Pt 2
Let's crush part II of our Most Effective Strength & Muscle Building Methods. Make sure you go back and review Part 1 Here, and better yet, print them out and put both of these articles in a 3 ring binder. There is peace of mind when you can remove yourself from technology and read a book. In addition, you will be less likely to be confused about how to train. Less confusion & more focus = Greater gains in size, more muscle gains & more strength gains. Let's get after it. … [Read more...]
Matt Vincent Interview, Highland Ganes 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...]
Austin Powers
I arrived in Austin last Friday after an early 6 am flight (which means I was up at 3 AM & on the road for 3:30 AM). This was my 3rd time in the ATX, and, thinking it would be my last time, at least for a year. I figured I'll take a trip elsewhere for The USC Cert next year. Go somewhere else, be adventurous, right? You see.... I'm not much of a traveler and I actually perform my best knowing I'm coming home to my family every night... my wife and my kids. Even if it's a hectic work day, a … [Read more...]
Back to My Roots
I recently stopped at my parent's pad to get some "work" done before tearing it up at The Underground Strength Gym. This is where it ALL began, training athletes and training myself from my parents home. I began my journey as a strength coach and eventually a warehouse gym owner right HERE. I had a few pieces of equipment I snagged from the newspaper classifieds, the local playgrounds and the stones in my parents backyard. Sounds simple but damn did this basic training produce powerful … [Read more...]
Overhead Lifting Mayhem & Shoulder Health
I have a SERIOUS passion for all types of lifting, but, I especially LOVE throwing weights overhead, ALL types of weights. Remember, I'm a SOUL Lifter, rules need NOT apply. Discriminate against NOTHING that makes you stronger. In this Video I timed myself against an array of training tools to clean and press overhead. The variety keeps you from getting bored and each overhead press is slightly different than the next. Your mind must stay focused to handle the details of each … [Read more...]
You Have No Choice:You MUST Be Strong!
I have no pictures for you this time around. No videos. No cool graphics, no flashy anything. These are my words, not hidden or lifted with any technological gizmo. i wanted to share what I went through, and pass my thoughts on to you. Because if you've been to my Blog before, you know it's about "Pay it Forward." I hope this lifts you, educates you and helps you, in some way, shape or form. I just spent 1 & 1/2 days in / out of the hospital after something my son experienced. My son … [Read more...]
Episode # 30: Reps, Stones & No Rules Strength Training
OK, finishing off....almost.... jump right in and break the rules with me! Kill it, -- Coach Z-- … [Read more...]