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 to increase overall training intensity by performing more work in less time.…
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…
The functional fitness movement was to some degree a backlash against the commercialization of fitness. The fitness industry was dominated by large corporate gyms who had moved increasingly towards machines and away from an integrated modalities approach to training. In…
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 journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” ~Lao Tzu For the longest time, I thought these two words were synonymous- I had the belief that accepting where I was meant that I was being complacent. I…
Core Stability Conundrum by Dr. Cameron Khavari, D.C., M.U.A.C. Intra-Abdominal Pressure (IAP) In my chiropractic practice, a lot of athletes come in saying that their programs include core work or core stability training. The issue, however, is that core stability…
More Fun with Sleds Some sports (and professions) require athletes to switch quickly between strength-based and endurance-based tasks. One way to address this demand in training is to blur the lines between strength and conditioning. This can be accomplished…
The “Upper-Body Squat” The Pullover was the first machine that Arthur Jones built of what would become fitness giant “Nautilus Inc” (he sold the first one in 1970). He claimed that up until the point, it was impossible to isolate…
Do you foam roll before or after working out? Foam rolling can have a range of different effects on the body, which means that athletes need to consider timing in order to maximize benefits. If you only foam roll prior…
Every specialty has areas of expertise that are fundamental their chosen pursuits. Bodybuilding has very different objectives than weightlifting, powerlifting, strongman, or functional fitness, but bodybuilders do possess knowledge that can benefit us. In the early days of strength sports…