How to Get Strong: Strength Training Made Simple. Part 1: Cultivating the Mind

First of all, your mind and body must work in tandem with each other. Think in terms of Yin and Yang. There is [...]

The “Conjugate Method” Made Simple

“When lifters repeatedly use the same simple method of training to raise their strength level, they will eventually stall. Like the scholar who must [...]

Your First Strongman Competition, Tips, Tricks and Things You Should Know

So you want to compete in your first Strongman Competition!
My first word of advice is find a local training crew that has some of the [...]

Competing In Your 1st Raw Powerlifting Meet

Competing in your 1st Raw powerlifting meet, here are some tips and tricks to help you out.
So you manned up and have decided to compete [...]

Grooming Tips for Strongmen and Powerlifters – Part 1

In no particular order:
Bear…Hair Care
Trim those split ends! Now before all you “bears” out there go to lynch me – hear me out. I never [...]

Gym Etiquette RANT for the Strongman/Powerlifter

Unload your weights!
As a powerlifter and strongman I, on a constant basis, am loading and unloading over 300lbs on most exercises and still find the [...]

What’s In Your Gym Bag?

Wraps (Heavy Duty support for the joints and muscles to stay safe when dealing with heavy poundage)

Wrist Wrap Bands (Simple Velcro and off)
Power Wrist Wraps [...]

The K.I.S.S. Method for Strength Training

This is my personal approach to strength training. K.I.S.S. stands for Keep It Simple Stupid!
You want a bigger squat, bench, deadlift, and overhead press? [...]

Overcoming Your Sticking Points: A Powerlifter’s Guide to Obtaining their One Rep Max

I walked up to the squat rack, I loaded the bar on my back, it felt heavy so I wimped it out. I couldn’t stabilize [...]

Smash F’ing Weights: How to get Ready for One Rep Max Lift

Smash F’ing Weights
When going to attempt a 1 rep max lift, there are several things you must consider before doing so:

Did I sleep well enough [...]

So You Want to be Strong

So you want to be Strong? Learn the different types of strength.
First things first: knowing the different types of “strength”. One of the most grueling, [...]

Hit Those Hamstrings Hard

Hit those Hamstrings Hard!
Sick of waiting in line and relying on machines to hit your hamstrings? Fret no more. Here are my top 5 favorite [...]

The Man Maker Workout: Puke Bucket Ready

I have this crazy conditioning routine I call the MAN MAKER. This is one of my secret training routines. I will disclose it with you. [...]