I have read about and come across much information regarding President JFK's popular article, published on December, 26 1960 in Sports Illustrated magazine. I had to buy the original because I've been fired up lately with our how government from local to national levels has proven that they do not care about our country's fitness, or lack thereof. I have known for a LONG time, that Strength, Health & fitness is up to the individual. But now, more than ever, we need stronger people. As … [Read more...]
Training for When SHTF aka Training for Life
Training for sport is one thing. Training for Life takes on a whole new meaning. The "rules" of training don't apply as much. You look around and see that you can train with anything, anywhere. You realize that "training" must go beyond the gym walls. Beyond the weights. You realize that the ease and convenience of everything is holding you back. You soon realize that being strong is offensive to many. You will be taxed and penalized for eating meat. "They" want you eating more soy. … [Read more...]
Squat Life + BEST Advice a Coach Ever Gave Me
The world is a dangerous and crazy place. If you're not strong both physically and mentally, then you are a threat to yourself and those around you. My training is not focused on chasing the numbers. I am too old for that. I chase the work. I chase the end goal of being ready, so I never feel or act like those "cold, timid souls" who always have excuses. This video takes you inside my training on a lower body day as well as my mindset / attitude towards being combat ready. … [Read more...]
QnA: Tactical Training, Olympic Lifting Debates & Turning Pro
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 273 QnA ALL Day on this one, again! And, it was AWESOME. BIG thanks to everyone who contributed by dropping great questions on my Instagram. Make sure you listen to the end as I announce 2 Winners of a 1 year membership to The Underground Strength Academy for leaving awesome 5 star reviews! In this episode I cover the following topics: - Training the tactical population (Military, Law Enforcement, Firemen, First Responders) - Grease the Groove to Improve … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Ep 233 | Mike Glover, Green Beret on Prepping During COVID-19
STRONG Life Podcast Ep 233 with Mike Glover, former Green Beret & CIA Contractor on Prepping During COVID-19. This episode is very unique with topics I have never discussed before. Mike brings a LOT of heavy duty experience as a Special Forces Operator and now a consultant for agencies and individuals world wide. We discuss prepping both physically and mentally during this COVID-19 pandemic along with what is to come. That's right, the s--t has NOT really hit the fan yet and if … [Read more...]
STRONG Life 222 | 6 Tips to Dominate in LIFE
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 222 Here we GO! 6 Tips for Dominating in LIFE. While everyone is going bat s__t crazy with COVID-19, the frauds are running wild and people are talking about free this or free that, this is Another Day at the Office. We've had FREE articles, videos, e courses and more since 2002. And now, a sudden amazement for sandbag workouts? Kettlebells and bodyweight? Homemade gym equipment? Been crushing that for 20 years now. Use the search button here on the website … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Insider Ep. 41 | Lessons from Prison, Samurais + 3 GREAT Books
STRONG Life Insider, Episode 41: Lessons from Prison, Samurais + 3 GREAT Books. In this episode I discuss my thoughts on training for life, great books I am reading and lessons from The Samurai Warrior. The Training for Life concept is always on my mind. I sometimes watch prison documentaries as they remind me how easy my life is in comparison, and, they inspire me to keep training hard. The world has proven to be a dangerous place and it's always better to Always Be Ready vs the … [Read more...]
How to Prepare Yourself for The Police Academy
Recently I was at a commercial gym and about to head out after my training session until 1 of the guys introduced himself to me and asked me if I was a cop. He had seen me training as I went back and forth in superset style fashion. He thought I was in training for something but that fast paced training is common for me. It's funny because I used to get that question quite often back when I buzzed my head, people thought I was in the Military or Law Enforcement. Anyway, we got chatting when … [Read more...]
STRONG Life Podcast + Order of Man Adventure Trip
I had an amazing trip up to Maine this past Summer to connect with Ryan Michler of Order of Man. Maine is absolutely stunning. I will definitely return again. During my trip I stayed at a farm that inspired me, I share the story & photos in the video below. Ryan and I crushed a powerful Podcast, thrashed a morning garage gym workout with his oldest son and then attended The Origin Maine Summer party. Origin Maine are the guy who have partnered with Jocko on making jiu jitsu gis, … [Read more...]
Comfort is The Enemy (In Training)
If you've been following me for some time, you've likely heard me use the phrase, Comfort is the Enemy. But...... Let me expand on this. Comfort is the Enemy..... IN TRAINING. But, what about Life? Should life always be a struggle? Should life always be uncomfortable? It depends (of course!). Some people, like my friend Joe DeSena, find happiness when pushing and being uncomfortable. Others, need more flow and more happiness in life. So it depends, very much like … [Read more...]