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...
15
Feb
13
Feb
How I Connected with Dave Tate and Became a Sponsored Athlete at EliteFTS
In this video, I discuss how I first connected with Dave Tate and ultimately became a sponsored athlete at EliteFTS. My journey with EliteFTS began in 2009 when Dave announced that he was...
06
Feb
How Being an Underachiever Took Me to the Next Level
While I had opportunities to play community college baseball, I couldn’t see it working out. When I reflect on my powerlifting career, I often feel frustrated by things I did—or didn’t do. There...
04
Jan
Understanding Bleeding Capacity: How Back Pain Develops Over Time
"Bleeding capacity" refers to the gradual, often unnoticed, worsening of back pain that results from repeated stress and injuries to the spine and surrounding tissues. Initially, back pain can arise from an acute...
27
Dec
Depression And Back Pain (Are they related?)
When it comes to managing both depression and back pain, these medications can be incredibly useful if they align with the individual's needs. Chronic back or nerve pain can cause a person's mood...
