Teaching the Squat from the Ground Up
When I coach the squat, I’m not trying to force every lifter into the same model. What I’m doing is evaluating how that person moves, where they’re strong, where they’re leaking power, and...
30
Jan
28
Jan
Coaching the Big Three Lifts: Squat, Bench, and Deadlift Done Right
When I coach the squat, bench, and deadlift, I’m not reinventing the wheel for each lift. The principles are the same. What changes is how those principles express themselves under different constraints. Stability,...
21
May
Build a Core of Iron Before You Squat or Deadlift
Before we even get into bar placement, programming, volume, or which variation of the squat or deadlift is best for you, there's a crucial step lifters often skip: building the right foundation. Whether...
15
Feb
The Importance of Grip Strength in Strength Training
In this video, I discuss grip strength—how to build it, why it matters, and its impact on every exercise you perform. In my opinion, grip strength is one of the most crucial yet...
20
Aug
DON’T Do This! (3 Ways to Destroy Your BACK & BODY)
This issue is related to the need for a clear and singular goal. An illustrative example of what to avoid is the approach often seen in CrossFit....
