December 21
7 Reasons Everyone Should do a Powerlifting Meet
Stepping onto the platform reveals a lot more than just how strong you are. Here’s why you should consider entering a powerlifting meet.
December 20
Half-Pulls – Not Half-Assed
Here's a partial-range pulling program that will get your full deadlifts moving in the right direction.
December 13
Gruesome Tales from the Garage
Horrible setbacks can happen when you're pursuing strength. Are these stories horrific, or are they inspiring?
December 12
Iron Evolution – Phase 7
When Dave Tate retired from powerlifting, he was a physical wreck. So he took matters into his own hands and came up with an unorthodox cure.
December 9
Quantifying the Farmer's Walk
The farmer's walk is as old school as it gets – just grab a pair of heavy weights and walk! But with just a few technical tweaks, you can take the farmer's walk to the next level of safety and effectiveness.
December 5
Get That Squat Up!
Leg presses and extensions will build the legs, but if you want to be a masterful squatter you need to get under the bar. Follow this plan.
December 2
Muscle-Ups
Bench presses? Chin-ups? Push presses? Those are all great, but this gymnastics staple is worth mastering too. Here’s why and how to do it.
November 24
Time to Up Your Pull-Ups
You need to be able to do multiple pull-ups with your own body weight. Not there yet? This should help.
November 16
12 Tips to Tune the Nervous System
The nervous system is powerful and mysterious. Here are some practical tips for getting charged up or chilled out.
November 11
Optimizing the Overhead Squat
Should you be doing the overhead squat? If so, how? Here’s what you need to know.
November 10
Strength Training: College Edition
The best years are often the college years. If you follow a smart training program like this one, they can also be your best muscle-building years.
November 8
Texas Hold 'em Autoregulation
Know when to hold 'em and when to fold 'em. Here's how to figure out when you need to pull back before you gamble your gains away.
November 7
Practical Guide to GPP
General physical preparedness is the key to outstanding performance. Here's how to set-up a program that sets you up for success.
October 31
5 Surefire Steps to Setting Goals
Here's a fast and effective way to get on the path to success.
October 28
Sandbags For Strength
Forget the fancy training tools. This dirty sucker is as basic and effective as they come.
October 26
Weightlifting Versus Powerlifting
Whether you're new to lifting or a seasoned strength trainer looking to take up competition, understanding the difference is critical.
October 24
Blood and Chalk 11
Wendler talks plyo, bands, chains, the safety squat bar, the thumbless grip, and taking accessory lifts to failure.
October 18
Max Strength, Minimal Equipment
Here's a Westside-influenced strength-building program to make you maximally strong while using minimal toys.
October 10
Why You Need More Strength
Speed training or maximal training? What's the difference and why is knowing the difference important?