4 Ways To Build General Physical Preparedness Dec 01, 2022

Years back, I wrote an article about General Physical Preparedness (GPP) work for elitefts which you can check out here....

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The Anti-dad Bod Training Plan Nov 11, 2022

Originally Written For Elitefts

Over the last 5 years, my life has changed drastically with having 3 kids. Most people said that I would...

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The Box Squat Guide Nov 10, 2022

There is a lot of available data to support the notion that Box Squatting is a viable method for increasing the squat and deadlift.

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The Best Of Landmine Training Nov 04, 2022

The landmine has some unique capabilities that the barbell does not have such as pressing and squatting with a different joint angle...

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Conjugate X Conditioning Tactical Oct 03, 2022

Being a tactical athlete presents a number of challenges with regard to program design. Many of these challenges may differ in the...

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Strategies For CrossFit Athletes Sep 16, 2022

The most common misconception in the fitness space is that doing more = more results – this couldn’t be further...

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Is Strength & Conditioning In The Same Session Optimal? Sep 07, 2022

Combining both strength and conditioning in the same session has been done for as long as people have been training. Of course, there are...

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How To Use & Program The Reverse Hyper Sep 06, 2022

The Reverse hyper is a piece of equipment like no other. This open-chain exercise provides the unique benefits of traction and...

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Build Strength With Cluster Sets Sep 05, 2022

Using intra-set rest or “clusters” is hardly a new concept. In fact, Olympic lifters use clusters regularly, some...

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How To Build Bulletproof Conditioning For All Three Energy Systems Aug 15, 2022

In the strength and conditioning world, strength is often prioritized and conditioning is somewhat of an after-thought. To give you an...

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The Best System Of Training For The Everyday Athlete Aug 01, 2022

After almost 2 decades in the fitness industry, I haven’t come across many programs that blend both strength and conditioning...

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6-12-25 Method For Bigger Legs Jul 27, 2022

Here's what you need to know about the 6-12-25 Method giant sets:

  • First Exercise - Mechanical Tension: Stress, or tension on...
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Unconventional Biceps Programming Jul 13, 2022

I may be one of the few guys who does NOT enjoy performing curls. 

Instead, I prefer performing rows, pulldowns, and pull-up...

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Build Explosive Strength With Plyometrics Jul 09, 2022

Does the average person really need to be training explosive strength? Yes! Why? Because plyometrics are the most effective way to...

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4 Ways You Could Get Better Training Results May 10, 2022

Here's what you need to know:

  • Focusing on the things we know to be valid like the 6 foundational patterns ie. squat, hip-hinge, lunge,...
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The Single Leg Programming Blueprint May 02, 2022

You’d be hard-pressed to find a program that does not include single-leg work. In fact, the list of benefits for single-leg work is...

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6-12-25 Method For Bigger Arms Mar 24, 2022
 

Bring up your lagging muscles with giant sets that target agonist muscle groups. As a reminder, giant sets are where you do...

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Upgraded Hamstrings Training Jan 15, 2022

Most people assume that the deadlift and squat are enough to build their hamstrings, but really that’s only one small portion of...

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The Best Hamstrings Exercise Youโ€™re Doing Incorrectly Jan 14, 2022

What if I told you the single most important exercise for building the hamstrings is one you’re most likely not...

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5 Ways To Improve Your Programming Dec 22, 2021
1. Prioritize Strength Training

HOW TO DO IT
Focus your strength training around the six foundational movement patterns (below), then add...

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How To Correctly Perform Strength & Conditioning In The Same Session Nov 02, 2021

I see people post all the time about how they got a 'great workout' because they performed strength work followed by a 'metcon.'

Sure, it...

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Plug & Play Conjugate Football Programming Oct 28, 2021

Originally written for Elitefts.com

If you're interested in learning more about Conjugate Football, check out my Playbook here.

A...

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7 Ways To Build The Complete Back Sep 30, 2021

Having impressive musculature in your back is the hallmark of those that really know how to train, but what’s even cooler is that...

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How To Build Absolute Strength Sep 24, 2021

Concentric movements have been around for as long as I can remember. Paul Anderson, arguably the strongest human to ever walk the earth,...

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