Pull-up Pyramids
Pull-up Pyramids The Pull-up Pyramid is an effective method for building work capacity and strength in the upper body. I was introduced to pull-up pyramids by Hall of Fame Wrestling…
Weighted Pull-up & Weighted Dip Workouts
Weighted Pull-ups and Weighted Dip are arguably the most effective exercises for developing functional upper body strength. The following is a brief explanation of several training methods that can be…
Training Methods Series: Part 10
Pre & Post-Exhaustion Complete a single joint exercise followed immediately by a multiple joint exercise and then immediately return to the single joint exercise. The second set of the single…
Training Methods Series: Part 9
Post-Exhaustion Post-Exhaustion is based on the same principle as Pre-Exhaustion, it just approaches the problem from a different angle. The problem of incomplete stress on larger muscle groups still exists.…
Training Methods Series: Part 8
Pre-exhaustion The concept behind The Pre-Exhaustion Method is as follows, during a compound exercise (multiple joint), the larger muscle groups are not completely taxed, this is due to the limited work…
Training Methods Series: Part 7
Circuits The term "Circuit" typically refers to a training method including 5-12 exercises, completed in succession with little to no rest. Circuits can be completed by performing a prescribed number…
Training Methods Series: Part 6
Giant Sets Complete four or more exercises consectivley with no rest between exercises. Giant sets are typically comprised of exercises focused on a single muscle group, this differentiates them from…
Training Methods Series: Part 5
Tri-Sets To perform a Tri-Set, complete three exercises in succession with no rest between exercises. Tri-Sets are an effective means of boosting intensity (more work in less time) and completing…
Training Methods Series: Part 4
Compound Sets To perform a Compound Set, select two exercises that work protagonistic muscle groups. (push/push or pull/pull) Don't allow for any rest between exercises. Synonyms of the word Compound:…
Training Methods Series: Part 3
Supersets To perform a Superset, begin by selecting two exercises that work antagonistic (opposing) muscle groups. Move from one exrecise to the next with no rest. Supersets can be used…