I first heard about the so-called law of repetitive motion via Eric Cressey as far back as 2009, who claimed that it could teach us the key to preventing injury in strength training. The word ‘law’ in regards to strength training or bodybuilding always causes my bullshit meter to ping, so I took it upon … Read more
Originally published on May 5 2010 Although much is made of bar position for the overhead squat, the precise position needed is not as exact as often claimed, and the right position for each individual will vary somewhat. The basic bar position for the overhead squat is barbell held overhead and lined up in the … Read more
I Had a Layoff from Training and Dropped Some Reps off My Bench Press. Why Have I Lost So Much Strength? This is a common complaint and it represents a typical misunderstanding of muscular strength. Let’s say you are able to do 200 x 5 x 5 on your bench press. Something comes up and … Read more
I am going to have an aneurysm. There is a little vein in my forehead that is just pulsing. It’s getting bigger and bigger and I’m afraid it’s getting ready to pop. Why? Because yet again I read someone saying that unless you plan to compete in powerlifting, your goal in strength training should not … Read more
You want a heavy squat but you just can’t seem to add any weight to the bar. I can guarantee that it is because of one common problem that almost all squatters have. Once you fix this one problem you will be on your way to multiple squat PR’s in no time! Don’t worry, I’ll … Read more
Here are my personal recommendations for various products and equipment you might find useful for your strength training and bodybuilding needs. This page is not meant to review large pieces of gym equipment like squat racks or barbells but various accessories and supplements that I personally use and find essential. Preworkout Powder | Carbohydrates | … Read more