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Why Most GVT Books Give You a Routine — and German Volume Training 2.0 Gives You a System
German Volume Training has been misunderstood, misapplied, and watered down for decades. German Volume Training 2.0 rebuilds the legendary method into a brutally effective six-phase system for lifters who want real gains in both muscle and strength.
A Wrist-Friendly Version of the Reverse Bench Press
The reverse bench press is not mentioned often and I must admit, I don’t prescribe it too frequently either, but it can be a great
Fascial Cable Flye
Ever since Anatomy Trains rolled out of the station, the fascia has received some serious accolades. Here’s an interesting movement that stretches the fascia from
Accommodating Assistance on the Nordic Hamstring Curl
A good way to get strong on the Nordic hamstring curl is to use accommodating assistance from a lat pulldown machine but done in a
Lean-Away Dumbbell Lateral Raise
If your goal is to build “barn door” wide shoulders, lean-away dumbbell laterals allow you to overload the top range of the movement where greater
Lower Russian Twists (aka “Windshield Wipers”)
In some cases it’s best to count reps, and in other cases it’s best to regulate the time under tension. The lower Russian twist is
The One-Lift-A-Day Cure: A Training Prescription For Larger And Stronger Muscles!
Discover a focused one-lift-a-day training approach that removes unnecessary exercise volume and uses simple, targeted programming to build size, strength, recovery, and long-term progress.
7 Advanced Exercise Modifications
Learn seven advanced exercise modifications that use grip changes, range-of-motion adjustments, and technique tweaks to create new training stimulus and improve long-term strength progress.
The Power Rack and The Power Pill
Explore the difference between true strength training progress and shortcut thinking, including the role of discipline, smart programming, and consistent work in building long-term muscle and performance.
Strength Training Lecture – Metabolic, Neural & Hormonal Effects of Tempo
Here’s part of my presentation at the 2012 Conference of the Ontario Kinesiology Association.
Strength Training Lecture – Abdominals as Anti-Rotators & Anti-Lateral Flexors of the Trunk
Here’s part of my presentation at the 2012 Conference of the Ontario Kinesiology Association.
Strength Training Lecture – Hypertrophy after 3 Weeks
Here’s part of my presentation at the 2012 Conference of the Ontario Kinesiology Association.
On The Road to Inactivity: How to Exercise Your Right to Travel
Learn how to stay active while traveling with practical strategies for overcoming limited time, lack of equipment, and disrupted routines so your fitness does not fall apart on the road.
The Elite Trainer Book Review
A review of The Elite Trainer, highlighting its practical strength-training principles, individualized program design, and value for personal trainers, coaches, and serious fitness professionals.
How to Write a Fat Loss Program (Part 2)
The video above will show you how to write a fat-loss program – the correct sets, reps, and exercises to do with your personal training
How To Leverage Media To Grow Your Personal Training Business
Learn 3 ways to leverage media to grow your personal training business.
How To Keep Females From Gaining Too Much Size In Their Legs From Strength Training
A common concern from many female clients involves gaining too much size in their legs from strength training. Here’s how to deal with that issue.
How To Deal With Personal Training Clients Who Consider Strength Workouts Boring
For more suggestions, check out Do You Find Strength Workouts Boring?
Foreword To My New Book
The state of strength training in North America is outdated. We seem to be many years behind the Europeans in this field. Most of the
The Muscle-Building Discovery For Solid Calves
Discover a focused approach to calf training that uses smart exercise selection, loading, and technique to build stronger, more developed calves and improve lower-leg strength.
3 Tips For New Personal Trainers
For more tips, check out The Business of Personal Training: 20 Principles to Success.