Five months ago, my colleague Chris Beardsley and I released Hip Extension Torque: The Scientific Guide to the Posterior Chain. Hip Extension Torque was very well received among lifters, athletes, coaches, physical therapists, sports scientists, and researchers, and it covered…
Glute Training, Strength Training
How to Do Sumo Deadlifts
by Bret • April 25, 2013 • 12 Comments
I think around 99% of newbies screw the sumo deadlift up. The knees track outward and the bar skims the shins. Arms go straight down and chest stays up. Watch this 3 minute video and make sure you’re doing it…
Strength Training
How Yoga Can Complement Weight Training
by Bret • April 23, 2013 • 33 Comments
Disclaimer – I’m probably wrong about some of this. Yoga peeps – please feel free to correct or add to what I’ve written in the comments section. Last Thursday, my girlfriend dragged me to a yoga session against my will.…
Guest Blogs
Reducing Injuries in Athletics
by Bret • April 19, 2013
Today’s article is a guest-post by Canadian Strength Coach John Grace. At the bottom of the article you’ll find his bio. Injuries are the bane of athleticism. They have the potential to sideline athletes for days, weeks, months, or the…
Glute Training, Low Back Reconditioning
Anterior Pelvic Tilt and Lumbosacral Pain as it Relates to the Hip Thrust and Glute Bridge
by Bret • April 17, 2013 • 30 Comments
Today I have a guest-post for you by Dr. Conrad Stalheim, a CSCS and chiropractor out of Iowa (see his bio below). This is a great article! Anterior Pelvic Tilt and Lumbosacral Pain as it Relates to the Hip Thrust…
Glute Training
Glutes, Glutes, and More Glutes
by Bret • April 12, 2013 • 28 Comments
Hi Fitness Peeps! A few things to share: 1. Strong Curves Update Thank you very much to everybody who chimed in and jotted down an Amazon review. I very much appreciate it. I’m at a loss as to how to increase…
Guest Blogs, Sport Specific Training
Considerations in Athletic Performance Enhancement Training: Olympic Style Weightlifting
by Bret • April 10, 2013 • 4 Comments
Today’s article is a guest-blog by Rob Panariello, a regular contributor to this site. Rob wrote an excellent article pertaining to Olympic lifts and improved athletic performance. I hope you enjoy it! Robert A. Panariello MS, PT, ATC, CSCS Professional…
Strength Training
First Powerlifting Meet Results
by Bret • April 9, 2013 • 38 Comments
Yesterday, I competed in my first powerlifting competition and I had a blast! I love powerlifting and intend to stick with it and see if I can build up my total. I can’t wait to compete again. I competed in…