Obsessed is a word the lazy use to describe the dedicated. – Russell Warren Two months ago one of my close family members died after a long-fought battle with cancer. I didn’t train the day of his funeral because I wanted to be with the family. But I did go to the gym 3x that [...]
John asked… The biggest problem I have with StrongLifts 5×5 is my Gym I joined a few months ago (before I found this program) does not have all the equipment I need, no barbells at all. Only hand weights and smith machine which I guess is ok for squats and bench. So this what I’ve [...]
Something new – technique reviews. Here’s how it works: you send me a video of yourself Squatting, Deadlifting, Rowing, Pressing or Benching, and I’ll select one to review on this blog. This was what Mitch sent me… I know you don’t usually reply to emails but I really need some help. I have been getting [...]
Deji asks… I have a quick question about workout time: which do you think is the better time to workout, AM or PM? The best time to workout is the one you stick to. Remember consistency is the REAL secret to success – more important than which training program or diet you do, is that you’re [...]
The Deadlift is with the Squat the most important exercise you could ever do because it works all your muscles with heavy weights. Unfortunately, Deadlifts have a reputation of being a lower back killer: many guys experience pain when Deadlifting, can’t add weight, and never reap all the benefits as a result. But like with [...]
Olympic weight lifters, powerlifters & strongman don’t use mirrors. They face the public. You can also workout without mirrors. You’re already doing it actually: the Bench Press.
Billy asks… What do you do when life hits you square in the jaw? Where your commitment and focus is 24/7 at the bedside of a love one after a long illness and their recovery takes up your full attention? What to do when you obviously can’t workout under these types of life’s blows and [...]
