Olympic Weightlifting
Why the Split Snatch Is My Favorite Lift for Athletes
The Clean (both the squat and power versions) has become the premier lift for those wishing to test or demonstrate power and explosiveness in the weight room. But having watched [...]
Why Every Athlete Should Train Single-Leg Jumps
This article is part 4 in a four-part series on programming and progressing jump training for field sport athletes. Check out Parts 1, 2 and 3 here. Let's discuss two [...]
How I Was Finally Able to Get Shredded Without Losing My Strength
I’m just going to be upfront and honest. The process of getting strong enough to lift Thor’s Mjolnir hammer but also shredded enough to turn heads like Brad Pitt in [...]
The Five Essential Movements for Building Athletic Strength
For an athlete or coach who's just beginning to dive into the world of strength and conditioning, the topic has arguably never felt more confusing. As the internet continues to [...]
4 Mistakes Ruining Your Power Clean (and How to Finally Fix Them)
The Power Clean remains a staple movement in strength programs across a variety of sports. From football to hockey to track and field, athletes will benefit from moving high loads [...]
How Does Someone Train to be ‘Athletic’?
Achieving the top level of athleticism is the ultimate goal for any athlete looking to play at the next level. In the end, this is going to be one of [...]
Why Sled Clean Pulls Are the Best Way to Teach Young Athletes Explosive Power
I know what I am about to say is controversial and I will take some heat for it. So, let’s get right to it. I don’t think that most athletes, [...]
Why Balance Is Your Key to Better Olympic Weightlifting Performance
Balance is critical in Olympic lifting. Not balance as in being able to stabilize yourself on one leg, but balance as in being a well-rounded athlete who's capable of being [...]
The 7 Most Dangerous Exercises for Your Shoulders
You do an exercise, feel a twinge in your shoulder and power through the remaining reps because, well, you think you're weak if you don't. However, your shoulders simply are [...]
Should Athletes Train With Equipment Like Weight Belts, Lifting Straps and Knee Wraps?
In the world of strength training, people are always looking for an edge. That edge often falls into the category of ergogenic aids. Ergogenic is simply defined as "intended to [...]