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...]
Training for LIFE + 5 Success Tips for Life & Lifting
I came across a video from 2018 on my YouTube channel and felt it needed to get reposted. I've got close to 5,000 videos on YouTube, so remember, you can learn anything you want if you're willing to dig deep and do a little research aka use the search bar. This video is about Squats and Success lessons learned after a business seminar I attended. Enjoy, Learn and most of all, TAKE ACTION. … [Read more...]
274 | In Season Training for Athletes & Online Business Tips for Strength Coaches
STRONG Life Podcast ep. 274, HERE WE GO! This episode is a QnA but I also share some thoughts from the heart, about what is happening to our country and to our troops. As I get feedback from some friends who are "boots on the ground", I will share and find a way to help. In the Sports Performance / Strength & Conditioning side of things, I talk about how I adjust training for in season athletes at BOTH the private sector and the high school setting. Then, we close it out with … [Read more...]
Building Grit & Mental Toughness in Athletes “Safely” + 5 Training Tips
Mental Toughness. Here we go again. One of the most overused phrases in the coaching world. What is it? How do you help athletes "Get Tough" and why is it even important? Well, being a kid who grew up in the 80s and experiencing countless training styles and coaches, I am smart enough to see the changes and the evolution. And with all this experience comes a lot of mistakes and knowledge. What worked in the 80s and 90s doesn't always work today. As a high school athlete, my coach … [Read more...]
Dumbbell Training for Athletes: Building Strength, Muscle & Power
Dumbbell training is one of the most under utilized training tools for athletes and even bodybuilders. I explain to athletes on the regular, if someone uses dumbbells instead of a barbell, the use of the barbell does NOT guarantee the athlete will be a better athlete. Strong is Strong. Period. End of Story. At the time of this article, I am 3 weeks into training the high school Football Team with about 40 freshman. None of them have touched a barbell yet. It's been ALL bodyweight and … [Read more...]
269 | Building Leaders in Athletes & Strength Coaches
STRONG Life Podcast ep 269 is with Jason Leydon from his Conquer Athlete Podcast. I had a blast on this episode chatting about building leaders on a sports team as well as empowering your coaches to all become Leaders. Jason has been in the coaching game for a long time and it's interesting to see how CrossFit still has a hungry following. Jason and I dug deep into how I've evolved as a Coach through the decades and the years along with my many experiences from the private sector, to D1 … [Read more...]
Strength Coach & Strength Training Lessons Learned Since 1989
It was June of 1989 when I began lifting weights in my brother's room. For a year, perhaps even 2 years, I was already intrigued with getting strong and building my body. I would read the bodybuilding books and magazines my brother had before I even began training. Unfortunately, those books were bodybuilding based. There were NO performance based training books available at the book stores. Unless I completely ignored them and only read what captured my attention. When I began coaching at a … [Read more...]
263 | Brandon Lilly: The +1 Mindset on Life, Nutrition, Parenting & Success
STRONG Life Podcast 263 with Brandon Lilly. Episode 263, Brandon Lilly and I discuss The +1 Mindset on Life, Nutrition, Parenting & Success. This was a inspiring, educational and powerful conversation with Brandon. His transformation in both the physical and mental realm is truly beyond my words. He's lost over 100 lbs and his life has gone through an overhaul because of his commitment to his +1 mindset. View this post on … [Read more...]
Building Muscle is NOT As Complicated as the “Gurus” Say
I am fired up as I write this. After 3 weeks on crutches, I finally was able to return to my high school to coach the athletes. I am also back at The Underground Strength Gym coaching. After training the Football team, I spoke to the guys about how I was proud of their efforts. We crushed a training session and then I left it on them to hit hill sprints. "Train as hard as you want to Win" is a phrase I often use. It puts the responsibility on them to do the work. Being a bit limited with … [Read more...]
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