Let's set the scene: The bar is loaded, the clips are on, the music is cranked to the right volume and peak time of the song. Caffeine has

Once you move beyond the novice phase of strength training, programming becomes more of an art. Many lifters work through Practical Programm

After a lifter's NLP is completed, the next logical step for many people is the Intermediate 4-day training split. This split is typically d

The 4-Day lifting split is among the most popular splits for people looking to get strong, and for good reason. It provides excellent flexi

To base your coaching solely on scientific research (i.e. "Evidence Based" training) would be a mistake. Through a marriage of the practical

When we think of cardiovascular health, activities like running, cycling, or swimming often come to mind. However, strength training...

I've written several articles over the last few months about programming, sleep, tracking food, exercise technique, etc. It's a topic...

I've had my share of issues learning to flatten my back out for deadlifts. To solve the problem of my back rounding,

Occasionally, a trainee will be so bitten by the Iron bug that they will decide to dip their toe into the world of competition.

The principles of programming dictate that over time, a person's program should go from general to specific. What this means in simple terms

This book inspired me in ways that you might not inspect. What stuck out to me was the level of detail and true scholarship that...

There was a time in my life where squatting 315 pounds felt like an impossibility. I think back to the days in my high school weight room,

It is rare that anything you put on your body can be called essential, but there are a few gym accessories that will support your...

As you throw your hips forward, you create a backwards lean in your upper body. At this angle, throwing the bar in a straight vertical line

The Bench Press seems to be every beginner's favorite exercise. It even has its own holiday, International Bench Press Day that people...

This article was updated from it's original version on March 21, 2025 Investing in a home gym was one of the best decisions I've ever...

The Deadlift is hard. I hope this makes it easier! "Push the Floor Away" This cue reminds lifters that the legs are as involved in the...

The master cues of the squat- the KING of all muscle building exercises! How do you perform the best squat possible? Try these cues!...

Patience. I’ve had to learn patience in a way I never thought I would. Patience is often mistaken for waiting. Patience is an action; a...

The first thing I find myself recommending people purchase when working with me is a tripod to hold their phone. The next piece of...