In the most basic terms, Hypertrophy refers to an increase in the size of a muscle. This increase in size is due to multiple factors, the most important of which are an increase in the size/number of the contractile elements…
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 of reps with each exercise for a predetermined number of…
The Double Progressive Method This system is called “Double Progressive” because you increase the number of reps until you hit a predetermined number and then you increase the weight and start again at a specified number of reps. The Details…
Previous articles have focused primarily on workouts based on completing prescribed distances. This time, we'll take a look at workouts based on prescribed time domains. Links to Previous Articles: 9 Conditioning Workouts for the Sled More Fun with Sleds Measuring…
The term "Waves" refers to a training methodology in which the athlete increases weight on each successive set, until they either reach the highest prescribed load or a lift is missed. At this point the weight is reduced and the…
“…true pilot must of necessity pay attention to the seasons, the heavens, the stars, the winds, and everything proper to the craft if he is to rule a ship.” (The Republic 6.488e). It is absurd to believe that almost 2,400…