Here’s 32-year-old Natasha performing sumo-style deadlifts with 135 pounds: Want the full backstory? Check out I Can’t Deadlift That Weight.
Here’s 32-year-old Natasha performing sumo-style deadlifts with 135 pounds—no straps required. Want the full backstory? Check out I Can’t Deadlift That Weight.
On August 13, 2016, I was hired by Natasha, a 30-year-old dentist who had never touched a barbell in her life. Her goal was to build muscle, gain strength, and achieve the look of a fitness model you might see in a magazine. Of course, I told her to focus on the process and let…
Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) offer a wide range of benefits, including muscle growth, fat loss, and anti-catabolic effects—but one of their most potent effects is the significant reduction in post-workout soreness. Taking BCAAs during your workout can help you feel better after your workout. But there are two key factors you need to pay attention…
Here’s a tip that may sound unusual at first but can be surprisingly effective:Take your pre-workout supplements after your workout, too. That’s right—doubling up on your pre-workout stack can boost not just performance, but also recovery. This strategy comes from insights shared by Stan “The Rhino” Efferding and strength coach Christian Thibaudeau. Here’s how it…
We’re on the brink of what may be the greatest health debate of the 21st century—and you’ll want a front-row seat for it. It’s a topic that sparks intense discussion among intelligent people on both sides.Some say they’re essential. Others believe they’re dangerous.And caught in the middle? Our children. The topic: vaccines. Whether you believe…
Last week, I witnessed something remarkable while training my eldest client, who’s about to turn 90 in March. Her identical twin sister was visiting from out of town and decided to join our session. Despite having the same genetics, the difference between the two was striking—in strength, mobility, function, and even appearance. My client moved…
Welcome to a new paradigm in injury treatment. For decades, the standard advice for acute injury management has been the RICE protocol: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. But evidence continues to mount that this approach may actually delay healing rather than promote it. That’s why I introduced a new approach: METH—Movement, Elevation, Traction, and Heat….
Every day, we make thousands of choices—some big, some small—and every one of them can influence our lives. Even the most minor choice can have a major impact. Take an early morning workout, for example. You can choose to go out partying the night before, or you can choose to go to bed early. You…
Sometimes, to lift big numbers in the gym, you need to start light—really light—as in broomstick-light! Believe it or not, a simple broomstick can be a powerful tool in your arsenal. It can help boost your bench and squat in a big way. Here’s how. The Morning Ritual For the bench press, many strength athletes…